<span>They traced an inheritance of dominion from the Western Roman Empire through the original coronation of the Frankish King Charlemagne as Emperor by Pope Leo III in the year 800 AD, after Charlemagne successful linked territories in Germany, France, and Northern Italy under his rule.</span>
a system of government in which priests rule in the name of God or a god.
Who wrote this story? When did he write it?
- Edward Everett Hale wrote this in 1863.
Who narrates the story? What is his position? When does he first meet Nolan?
- Fred (Captain Ingham) is an officer in the navy and he narrates the story. He first meets Nolan in 1820.
What dates are covered by the action of the story?
- 1807-1863
Why was it important to keep Nolan's story secret while he was alive?
- It was a mistake by America, and officials did not want to let citizens know. He could have sued the judge, so it was easier to keep Nolan than o let him go.
When does Burr try to "seduce" Nolan? What are Burr and Nolan suspected of doing?
- Burr tries to seduce Nolan in 1807. They are both suspected of treason.
Hi!
The French Revolution was the great stimulus to the intellect and social life of society, in the way it inspired men who loved freedom with happiness and hope. This new freedom gave people the freedom to think for themselves. Caused by ROMANSTICISM, by the revolutionary spirit, the writers of the time were full of creative ideas and were waiting for the opportunity to express them!
