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Generally during the times of violence, no one can escape it. It is true that there are gender differences (women are often raped, men more often murdered) but in war both genders (and children) always suffer.
They used their way with words to become successful in journalism and other political and religious ways. They contributed to our culture and taught us many different was to grow potato crops and ways to make different foods. We became very culturally diverse.
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The experiences we are having today were likely shaped by the past events you have been through. Events in your childhood or early adulthood have shaped the way you think, act, and interact with people close to you. ... Our past, present, and future are intimately linked by our memories.