The Code of Hammurabi is a well-preserved Babylonian code of law of ancient Mesopotamia, dating back to about 1754 BC (Middle Chronology). It is one of the oldest deciphered writings of significant length in the world. The sixth Babylonian king, Hammurabi, enacted the code, and partial copies exist on a 2.25 metre (7.5 ft) stone stele and consists of 282 laws, with scaled punishments, adjusting "an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth" (lex talionis)[1] as graded depending on social status, of slave versus free man or woman.[2]
Answer:
French mobs nearly destroyed the Notre Dame Cathedral during the French Revolution.
Explanation:
During the French Revolution anti-christian mobs attempted to tear the Cathedral as it was such a powerful christian symbol.
Answer:military power: leading the armed forces
Diplomatic powers: making treaties, recognizing nations
Executive powers: signing legislation, nominating officials, granting pardons
Explanation:
During its almost 40 years as the head of the <em>AFL (American Federation of Labor)</em>, Samuel Gompers worked extremely hard for the cause of the labor movement, especially improving worker's rights and conditions.
Among the things he achieved leading the AFL, Gompers secured shorter working hours and lower wage for workers.
Answer is shorter working hours and lower wage for workers.
