It was the philosopher John Locke who most influenced Thomas Jefferson, especially when he was writing the Declaration of Independence, since Locke focussed on personal liberty.
The Mongols mainly used Bows and Arrows and Horses in their combat. They started training in horseback riding very young, as well as the use of bows. Hope this helps!
The desert on the Nile helped the Egyptians to concentrate political control over the areas along the river because life was centralized around this region. The people in the region did not live far from the river so it allowed the Egyptian pharaohs to establish control of the river valley and most of the inhabitants of Egypt. In addition the desert served as a natural barrier against invading armies or potential threats.
"Their contributions and innovations made modern cities possible"
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