Egyptians advancements were helpful because their knowledge of astronomy helped farmers to consider the time and seasons. And the mathematics portion helped with measurements of time for a calendar.
Well judging from the battle of the Alamo they didn't want it to happen.
<span>B) Pre-war alliances were made in secret and elevated diplomatic tensions within those governments.
Or sometimes the fact that alliances were being made was announced publicly -- but the negotiations about the alliances were conducted behind closed doors. And often the terms of the alliances were kept secret, so that only the parties involved knew the full details. This contributed to an attitude of escalating nervousness and tension as the nations of Europe maneuvered for strength over against their perceived adversaries.
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