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Italy was the gateway to Europe because the geographical position, connecting northern Europe with the Italian Peninsulas and the Mediterraneum.
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Environmental problems have contributed to numerous collapses of civilizations in the past. Now, for the first time, a global collapse appears likely. Overpopulation, overconsumption by the rich and poor choices of technologies are major drivers; dramatic cultural change provides the main hope of averting calamity.
I'm not completely shure but I don't think it was hope I helped :)
Hunted for silver and gold
searched for the fabled Northwest Passage
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