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Europe
Europe, the world's second-smallest continent by surface area, comprises of the westernmost peninsula of Eurasia, and shares 2% of the Earth's surface and about 6.8% of its land area. It is the third-most populous continent after Asia and Africa, having about 11% of the world's population.
7,983 Questions
Why did napoleon invade Europe after the revolution?
Because he had to fight defensive wars against the Coalitions which declared wars on France. His most effective strategy was that of attacking the adversary armies on their terrain, outmaneuvering them by means of the speed of movement.
To carry on such a strategy it was indispensable invade the enemy territory.
Members of two of Europe's rival power blocs?
The members of Europe's two rival power blocs are Germany and the Austro- Hungarian Empire. =] 15/3/2009 rma
Which two countries did Germany attack but never conquer?
England and russia
they launched a ground invasion of russia but never completely conquered.
What were the advantages of taking goods all the way to Europe by sea rather than land?
In more modern times, maximizing the distance traveled by sea can reduce the need for long distance transport by rail or truck, which could involve repetitive handling. Using container ships, cargo can be moved effectively at its destination by either rail or truck.
Who has joined the EU since 2000?
13 countries have joined since 2000. Malta, Cyprus, Slovenia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary all joined in 2004. Romania and Bulgaria joined in 2007. Croatia joined in 2013.
Which country originally colonized the American Southwest?
Spain had the first claims in the American southwest. Once Mexico gained independence, this area was a part of Mexico. However, the US gained control as a result of the Mexican-American War.
Why was there so much conflict in the Balkans in the 1900s?
The conflicts in the Balkans during the 20. century are a complicated issue: emerging nations, the fall of the Ottoman Empire around at the same time as the Austria-Hungary Empire, and the enormous interest bigger powers have shown in this region, and are still showing today. A very good book on the issue is "Black lamb grey falcon' by Rebecca West.
Identify the reasons why the Separatists left Europe for the Americas?
The Separatists could settle in Virginia and practice their religiion freely. In return they would give the Virginia Company a share of any profits they made.
Who arrived in Europe in early 1918 and assisted the british and french armies?
The American Expeditionary Force
What 2 countries have a monarchy?
More than just two countries have a monarchy. 43 do:
Andorra (dual monarchy; leaders of France and Spain)
Antigua and Barbuda*
Australia*
Bahamas*
Bahrain
Belgium
Belize*
Bhutan
Brunei
Cambodia
Canada*
Denmark
Grenada*
Jamaica*
Japan
Jordan
Kuwait
Lesotho
Liechtenstein
Luxembourg
Malaysia
Monaco
Morocco
Netherlands
New Zealand*
Norway
Oman
Papua New Guinea*
Qatar
Saint Kitts and Nevis*
Saint Lucia*
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines*
Saudi Arabia
Solomon Islands*
Spain
Swaziland
Sweden
Thailand
Tonga
Tuvalu*
United Arab Emirates
United Kingdom*
Vatican City (Pope considered monarch)
* = country a part of the Commonwealth, in which Queen Elizabeth II (or the current monarch of the United Kingdom) is the recognized head of state.
What is the largest plain in Europe called?
The largest plain in Europe is known as either the European Plain or the Great European Plain.
St. Petersburg (often shortened to St. Pete) is a city in Pinellas County, Florida, United States.
St.Petersburg is also a city in western Russia and is part of Europe.
Vast region stretching from Europe to Asia controlled by mongols in 13th and 14th centuries?
tatary alt sp of tartary
What are the longest rivers in France Spain and the United Kingdom?
The longest river in France is the Loire. The Tagus is the longest river in Spain, though a part of it flows through Portugal, where it enters the sea. The Severn is the longest river in the United Kingdom.
Where did Jack Sparrow come from?
I once saw on wikipedia that he is an Indian "middle eastern"
...what? Yeah he looks real Indian.... I think he was born and raised on the sea.
The coastline of the European Union is just over 41,000 miles long. It borders the Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea and Baltic Sea.
There is not a king in Monaco. Monaco is however a Principality with Prince Albert currently at the head.
What were two inventions from Asia that changed the technology of warfare in western Europe?
leather saddles and stirrups
