divine right
The justification of monarchy through the word of God.
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The justification of monarchy through the word of God.
(1599-1658) Leader of the English Revolution that deposed the Stuart monarchs in favor of a short lived Republic. Cromwell acted as Lord Protector until the restoration of the Monarchy in 1660.
A system of government in which a single, totalitarian, party holds power. It is characterized by state control of the economy, and restriction on personal freedoms. It was first proposed by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels in The Communist Manifesto.
The policy of maintaining colonies as a source of raw materials and new markets. Practiced during old and new imperialism.
A society that has a high level of culture and social organization including organized government, job specialization, and a organized belief system.
Code of conduct for knight and nobles during European feudalism.
(1585-1642) French Cardinal and politician responsible for instituting absolutist practices in France.
(100-44 BCE), Roman general and statesman. He is responsible for setting up the imperial system in Rome which placed his grandnephew, Augustus, on the throne.
Code of conduct for Samurai and nobles during Japanese feudalism.
The administration portion of the government.
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