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By: Alexis Barajas
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(Classical Studies) Story of the downfall of the city of Akkad as a result of the dismay of the Gods. -
(Classical Studies) The downfall of Troy due to a trick played by the Greeks using a large wooden horse. -
(Greek Philosophy) Greek story of Prometheus stealing and giving mankind fire, forcing him to serve a tragic punishment of being tied on Mount Caucasus. -
(Greek Philosophy) A prophecy is foretold in Oedipus that he will kill his father and marry his mother. It is a story that shows how it is impossible to escape fate. -
Ancient city in Rome that faced a volcanic eruption from Mount Vesuvius, leaving the city buried and in ruins. -
(Theater) A story of forbidden romance between a couple of feuding families that is only resolved in the couples death. -
(Theater) Highlights the assassination of Caesar and the betrayal of his close friend to stop his rise in power. -
(Theater) A story of Macbeth's pursuit in power and the violent and damaging effects that come with it. -
(Visual Arts - Architecture) Made in France with a utopian/perfect vision, it did not serve it's primary function when it came to industrial production value. -
(History - Descartes) Poor leadership that led to widespread violence due to a need for a reestablishment of the government and political ideals. -
(Post-Impress) Painting by Vincent van Gogh, shows an old man in despair which simulated Van Goghs decline in health. -
A famous British passenger ship known for being one of the most luxurious ships at the time that sank in the North Atlantic Ocean after hitting an iceberg. -
A global conflict between many of the worlds major powers that left behind destruction and the end of certain empires. -
(Film History) A silent film that shows a man who is diagnosed with leprosy and thus leaves his home and family behind. -
Mass genocide of European Jews during World War II, destroying two-thirds of the European Jewish population.