Military MadnessA cataphract was a type of soldier used in the 5th century Roman military. I think that cataphract was a better soldier because of their use of shock tactics. Shock tactics are used when on a horse. Mail and Lamellar armour increased and scale armour decreased. Mail armour and Lamellar armour are better than scale armour because it can take more damage.
Anglo-Saxon Europe were composed of local levies, which were known by fyrd. During these times the return of the crossbow came back, and it was used during Roman times as well.The stirrup was also helpful, allowing more use of cavalry as shock troops. Also, the militaries used a horse shoe. The horseshoe allowed horses to walk on rocky terrain. I think the horseshoe was a greater technology leap than the crossbow because a horse is a way of transportation. If the horse could not walk on rocks how would you travel; you would probably have to leave your horse behind, and walk. Some of the military’s fighting tactics were: ambushes, seeking and turning flanks, using rivers, lakes, heights, and more to their advantages. And one key tactic, waiting. The Athenians used this tactic. In my opinion flanks were the best tactic because the enemy doesn’t expect where you are going to attack and when you are going to attack. Fighting in the military required many things. It required bravery, smartness, strategizing, practicing, proper equipment, and more. If we didn’t use the same strategies and tactics as they did in the middle ages; military would be different. Lack of strategy would be key, we would be running around with weapons like maniacs. Francis Andrew _____________________________________________________
Arthur's SwordArthur explained that he yanked the sword out of the stone. You're telling me this scrawny kid did. We have been without a king for so long. Now some little kid claims that he did. So many strong and talented people have tried, and unfortunately, failed.There had to be a mistake.
Supposedly we have to obey someone that is not even a teenager. Arthur doesn’t even have a 7th grade education. Arthur doesn’t even weigh over 90 lbs. He does not lift, he does not think about economy, he does not think about our country’s future, he does not think about our army, he does not care about government, he does not worry about it because he is a kid. Our country is so dysfunctional without a leader. We are so afraid to leave stuff unattended because of thieves. These thieves can get away with it because there is no figure that can enforce a good honest way of living. With young Arthur here, it is going to be the exact same thing as before. No one is going to bother to listen to a little kid. Right now our country is a monarchy, and until i see Arthur pull out that sword we will stay monarchy. Francis Andrew _____________________________________________________
King Leo IIKing Leo II was king of France. He was first named king in 100 B.C. and reigned for 26 years. He was also a general in the army and defeated many cities. He got shot several times and died.
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King Grover IIIWas the King of Greece. He got assassinated by a British soldier
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Q & A with the KingQ: How do you feel about Merlin’s power’s?
-His powers are very useful when I’m in great danger Q: Would you have ever thought of impregnating your sister? -No Q:Being the king do you abuse your power? -No, I use my power for the right reasons Q:Do you think Sir Pellinore will defeat you in jousting? -Yes Q:Do you think you are better than Sir pellinore in jousting? -Yes because I have more experience than him Q:What are some of the advantages of being king? -Many people respect you, almost everything revolves around you, and I feel wanted Q:Do you think thoroughly about your actions? -Yes, most of the time. I try to look for pros and cons in everything I do Q:What were you thinking when you almost put on that dangerous jacket? -I was in great shock, and I thought I had to be more careful. Also, I thought she changed, unfortunately she didn’t. Q:Do you think your son will be a better king than you? -Yes because I will teach him everything I know. I will make/train him to be as smart, nice, and athletic as possible. Francis Andrew _____________________________________________________
Europe ExplodesI can’t believe that Europe changed so much. Our economy grew, towns grew, trade expanded, and learning grew. The crusades helped accelerate this. My mom and dad grew up with bad education, but were still smart. My brother grew up when things just started to change. Our economy started to revive around A.D. 1000. Before we would just trade goods. We would meet up at a certain spot and exchange for our items. My mom and dad traded a lot. Then,started charging for the crops and such. Eventually, the rise of money economy sprouted. Also, towns were now trading with others because of the connected rivers, and connected roads. Flanders was a region that was the center of trade on Europe's northern coast. Textiles were also sent to trade with middle eastern markets. Our family traded in middle eastern markets. Francis Andrew _____________________________________________________
Andrew JefferyAndrew fought in the army and caught malaria. He died with malaria in six weeks.
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Steve TomasWas a doctor in 80 B.C. He died from typhus.
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King AlanHe was the king of Rome. He died in battle with
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