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Medieval Knights: 12 of the Best
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Medieval Knights: 12 of the Best

The knights of medieval Europe were meant to be the finest fighting men of their age, even more important, they were expected to be pure in thought and deed, as exemplified in the chivalrous code which they (usually...
Norse-Viking Symbols & Meanings
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Norse-Viking Symbols & Meanings

A symbol is an image or object which represents an abstract concept, often having to do with one's religious beliefs. Every civilization, from the most ancient to the present, has made use of symbols to make the abstract...
The Tombs of Goguryeo
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The Tombs of Goguryeo

Goguryeo (Koguryo) ruled northern Korea during the Three Kingdoms period from the 1st century BCE to 7th century CE, and the best evidence of the kingdom's prosperity and artistry can be found in the many surviving tombs of...
7 Greatest Philosophers in Chinese History
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7 Greatest Philosophers in Chinese History

Meet the greatest philosophers in Chinese history.
Chinese Army on the March
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Chinese Army on the March

Artist's impression of the Chinese army marching into battle.
Chinese Celestial King
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Chinese Celestial King

Limestone figure depicting a Chinese celestial king. Tang dynasty, 7th-8th century CE. (Musée Guimet, Paris)
Chinese Cong
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Chinese Cong

A Chinese cong of jade, a ritual object commonly found in tombs but of unknown function. Unknown date but probably Neolithic. Height: 12.9 cm. (British Museum, London)
Chinese Makeup Routines Through the Dynasties
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Chinese Makeup Routines Through the Dynasties

This video describes the various makeup routines present throughout Chinese history.
Chinese Hairstyles Through the Dynasties
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Chinese Hairstyles Through the Dynasties

This video describes the various hairstyles throughout the Chinese dynasties.
An Audience with a Chinese Emperor
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An Audience with a Chinese Emperor

An 18th century CE engraving by Jacques Gabriel Huquier illustrating an audience with a Chinese emperor. (The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York)
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