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725 BCE
The Odyssey by Homer (8th Century BCE)
This play is about a man, Odyssey, who was active in the Trojan war for 10 years and faced many difficulties trying to reunite with his family. This belongs to the humanities discipline of Literature. -
480 BCE
The Battle of Thermopylae
The Battle of Thermopylae was a war about territory cause the Spartans and some Greeks to against Persian troops because they were trying to conquer Greek land. This belongs to the humanities discipline of History. -
447 BCE
The Parthenon (447-432 BCE)
This temple was dedicated to the ancient goddess Athena. The temple initially took 10 years to build, while the continuous of some sculptures took place until 432 BCE. This belongs to the humanities discipline of Architecture. -
441 BCE
Antigone by Sophocles
The Antigone is a play that is about a girl who disobeys her king because of her loyalty towards her family (brother). The play shows how loyalty authority can create conflict. This belongs to the humanities discipline of Theater. -
350 BCE
Nicomachean Ethics by Aristotle
Nicomachean Ethics is a book written by Aristotle in the 4th century based on the nature of happiness. This belongs to the humanities discipline of Philosophy. -
King Lear by William Shakespeare
This play by Shakespeare is about an old king who decided to split his kingdom amongst his daughters but vanished his youngest daughter because she wasn't overly obsessed with him. This created a feud, causing King Lear and his other two daughters to die. This belongs to the humanities discipline of Theater. -
The Social Contract by Jean-Jacques Rousseau
The Social Contract went against the idea that the Government should be able to legislate if it's not reflecting the general will of society. Coming to an agreement of the powers rules each side has. This belongs to the humanities discipline of Philosophy. -
The American Revolution (1775-1783)
Also known as the American War of Independence, was a fight between the British 13 of their North American colonies. The war was won by the North Americans, creating the United States of America. This belongs to the humanities discipline of History. -
The Underground Railroad (1820-1861)
The Underground Railroads were secret routes for enslaved people to run away get freedom. It relied on major secrecy and courage from both black and white people who tried to help the enslaved. This belongs to the humanities discipline of History. -
Liberty Leading the People by Eugène Delacroix
This painting by Eugene Delacroix represents 1830 July Independence in France. Depicting the braveness willingness to fight for their cause. This belongs to the humanities discipline of Art History. -
Washington Crossing the Delaware by Emanuel Leutze
This painting by Leutze illustrates George Washington leading his soldiers across the ocean. It captures how dedicated this troops were to the American Independence cause to gain freedom. This belongs to the humanities discipline of Art History. -
Wings
This silent film was made by William A. Wellman, highlighting the loyalty between two soldiers who, at first, were enemies over love. They realized they underwent the same traumas began to confide in one another, creating a beautiful bond. This belongs to the humanities discipline of Film History. -
Raising the Flag on Iwo Jima
This photo was taken by Joe Rosenthal on February 23, 1945. The picture depicts six troops raising the American flag on the top of Mount Suribachi during WWII. This belongs to the humanities discipline of Photography. -
Ben-Hur
This film was made by William Wyler and shows the reality of loyalty and betrayal. This film is about a Jewish Prince who faced a major betrayal by a childhood friend but remained loyal to his family other loved ones. He didn’t let it affect his character morals. This belongs to the humanities discipline of Film History. -
Tank Man
This photo was captured a man standing in front of four tanks during the Tiananmen Square protest in 1989. Symbolizing his courage strength to disobey authority for freedom. This belongs to the humanities discipline of Photography.