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Did Simon bolivar conquer the Mayas?

No he didn't. He was a revolutionary leader, responsible for the independence of several South American countries in the 19th century. The Mayan Empire was conquered by Spanish Conquistador Hernán Cortés, more than 300 years earlier.


Why was France carrying so much debt by the late 18th century?

The country had fought in several wars and helped to finance the American Revolution.


What is Isaac Newton famous for in American history?

Isaac Newton is not particularly significant in any American countries history. The fact is that he made several innovations and discoveries which were built on by others from all parts of the world.


In which countries did the enlightenment influence the development of political revolutions during the 18th century?

The Enlightenment significantly influenced political revolutions in several countries during the 18th century, most notably in France and the American colonies. In the United States, Enlightenment ideas about liberty, democracy, and individual rights fueled the American Revolution (1775-1783) against British rule. Meanwhile, in France, Enlightenment thinkers inspired the French Revolution (1789), challenging the monarchy and advocating for principles of equality and fraternity. Additionally, the Enlightenment impacted revolutionary movements in Latin America as leaders sought to apply its ideals to their struggles for independence from colonial powers.


Which countries lost territory in Eastern Europe during the 20th century?

Several countries lost territory in Eastern Europe during the 20th century, including Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire. These losses were primarily due to the outcomes of World War I and World War II, as well as the dissolution of empires and the redrawing of borders through treaties and agreements.

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