Popular historic dramas like Bridgerton, Hamilton and Sanditon sometimes receive criticism that their diverse casts are historically inaccurate. But in fact there have been people of color in Britain and France since Roman times. By the 18th century the trans Atlantic slave trade brought more people of African decent to Europe then ever before. In 1768 there were about 15,000 black people living in London. Many were brought their as enslaved servants and sailors. But some had the right mixture of talent and luck to rise to the upper echelons of society, becoming celebrities and even aristocrats. Today we’ll met 7 prominent people of African and mixed heritage who lived in Britain or France in the 18th Century. Among them a King’s secret daughter, an icon of both Sport and music, two authors who spoke out against slavery, and a lady of wealth and refinement who would have fit perfectly into the world of Bridgerton. Here are their stories...
Louise Marie-Thérèse
Ignatius Sancho
Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges
Olaudah Equiano
Dido Elizabeth Belle
Jean Amilcar
Thomas-Alexandre Dumas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the greatest thing about history?
This question has many facets. Learning is about three things. The first is to realize that knowledge can be power. Second, it is important to recognize that knowledge is cumulative. Third, it is important to recognize how rapidly knowledge changes.
Knowledge is power. It allows us to make better decisions, and improve our lives. If we had complete information, we wouldn't have any difficulty making decisions. We'd do what we want, without worrying about whether it was correct or not.
Knowledge, although it is power, is also cumulative. This means that after we've acquired knowledge, we continue to learn more. We become more and more intelligent as time goes by. Knowledge accumulates.
Let's now move on to the third point. Knowledge isn't static. Knowledge is ever-changing. Scientists are constantly discovering new facts, theories, or ways to think. Every day, scientists discover new facts and theories.
Our culture is dependent on technology that allows us instant access to information. Technology allows us to store huge amounts of data electronically and share it with millions around the globe.
Globalization has changed how we think about technology. Globalization is the process by which ideas and products spread across borders. Knowledge is now available everywhere because of globalization.
The internet allows anyone to access information any where in the world. Anyone can read books, watch movies, listen to music, play video games, and surf the web. All of these activities require knowledge.
Knowledge is becoming more accessible but also more specialized. For example, if you go online today, you'll find hundreds of thousands of websites offering advice on topics such as health, finance, business, cooking, sports, and travel. These sites provide information on virtually every topic imaginable.
But if you go online to buy a car, you'll probably find only a few dozen sites offering automotive-related services and products. You won't find thousands of websites covering every subject. Instead, you'll only find a handful that deal with cars.
Because experts in certain fields can share and create valuable knowledge, this is why specialization is important. Experts often have deep knowledge of a field. Experts can also produce content of high quality that is targeted to their particular audience.
Because they don't have to look through tons of unimportant information, this is a good thing for consumers. Instead, they can focus on a small number of sites with lots of useful content.
Experts also benefit from specialization because they can build strong businesses around their expertise. A person buys a book because he expects that the author is knowledgeable enough about his topic to be able to give a concise and clear explanation. He wants to be confident that the author understands his message.
If an expert does not specialize, he risks losing out on potential customers who expect him to be knowledgeable.
You don't have to specialize in one area. Nowadays, specialists are not limited to one area. We might be an accountant, a lawyer, a doctor, or a teacher. But we're also likely to be a parent, spouses, friends, and fans.
Experts say it is common to specialize.
So how do you become an expert in multiple areas? It's simple: practice. You have to put in the time to learn. Once you've made progress, keep going until people are able to recognize your knowledge.
Many industries today are dedicated to helping others accomplish this goal. There are many courses, workshops, seminars and conferences that teach people how quickly to acquire knowledge.
What are the three most important lessons from history?
There are numerous examples throughout history that demonstrate how we can learn and improve from our mistakes. These lessons can be applied to the challenges of business today and turned into opportunities for growth.
The past teaches us that there is always another way to do things. There are always people out there who think outside the box and take risks that make them stand out.
History shows us that often, it's the underdogs and not the winners who win. So when you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or even lost, look back to those times when the underdog won.
Look back on the past and learn from it. Learn from others' failures and successes.
These lessons will help improve your success rate.
What can we learn about Abraham Lincoln?
Abraham Lincoln said that he was slow to learn, but quick to forget.
He was conscious of how important it was for him to keep learning. He also understood that he would eventually have to learn new habits.
The same holds true for our businesses. No matter how well we plan for success, there will be times when we hit roadblocks and find ourselves stuck in an unproductive rut.
This is why it is so important to constantly learn new ways to grow. If we are to achieve the pinnacle, we must keep learning.
Lincoln had the right attitude. He realized that he could not stop learning, even though he was able to be more productive in his business.
There are two types entrepreneurs. There are two types of entrepreneurs: those who keep busy and those who stay sharp.
People who are always busy work solely to grow their businesses. They spend their time on product development and marketing, as well as customer service.
They may feel like they've accomplished something meaningful, but often they're missing the mark. Entrepreneurs who aren't focused on learning more won't see sustainable growth.
What sets successful entrepreneurs apart? The ability to adapt quickly and to change circumstances.
Entrepreneurs are successful because they look for ways of improving their products and services in the face of challenges.
However, most entrepreneurs stick to old-fashioned methods that no longer work. They won't change until their business is destroyed.
For success, you need to be skilled in both adaptation and self-reflection.
Who was the first to say that those who don’t learn from history are ignorant?
While we all would love to live in an ideal world that everyone learns from past mistakes, it is not possible to learn from our own mistakes.
You can't learn anything better than trying it wrong.
The only real mistake is not trying to ensure you do it right the first time.
As long as you keep making improvements, you'll eventually understand why you made those changes.
You might even discover that you could have done it better the first time.
However, that doesn't mean you should not try again. This means that you have learned a lot.
You may not be able to avoid making mistakes, but you can certainly minimize them. And that's the difference between success and failure.
Recognizing your mistakes is the first step. Take a step back and look at your mistakes objectively. Then ask yourself, "What did you learn?"
You'll find that mistakes can be viewed as lessons if you are honest with yourself. They're learning experiences that can help you grow.
And that's exactly what happened to Thomas Edison. He failed many times before inventing the light bulb.
He didn't let his failures discourage him. He used every failure as an opportunity to improve the design.
He invented the best form of lighting that is popular today.
So, if you fail, don't get discouraged. Learn from your errors. These are your opportunities to learn.
Then try again.
Statistics
- According to the wiki Napoleon Bonaparte who led many successful battles during the French revolution and gained popularity as Little Corporal was 1.68 meters long, equivalent to 5 foot 6 inches, which is indeed the average height of men. (knownepal.net)
- Only 2.5% of Americans owned stocks in 1929. (collabfund.com)
- The classic clown stylings we know today have specific origins, according to u/Bodark34. (lifehacker.com)
- But 95% of amputations were done with anesthesia, u/Thrabalen points out. (lifehacker.com)
- For example, your chance of survival might go from 10% to 30% in some zones. (lifehacker.com)
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How To
Accidental discovery of penicillin: A successful invention
How did penicillin become a reality?
Alexander Fleming accidentally discovered penicillin after noticing mold growing on bacteria cultures that he had not kept. He thought the mold might kill the bacteria, so he tried to find something that would destroy the mold.
He discovered penicillin could kill mold. Later, he realized that this new compound could also fight bacteria-related infection. The discovery of penicillin was one of the most significant medical breakthroughs ever. It saved millions of lives and changed the course of medicine forever.
At first, Alexander Fleming didn't know that his finding would be so important. Neither did anyone else. No one knew that penicillin would become such a powerful antibiotic.
Penicillin was discovered to be effective in fighting bacterial infections by scientists only after World War II. The U.S. Army asked Dr. Fleming in 1945 if penicillin could be used to treat soldiers with wounds infected by deadly germs. Dr. Fleming was willing to give it a try.
Penicillin proved to be effective against many kinds of infections. It saved the lives and limbs of many wounded soldiers during World War II. It was also used to save the lives of many doctors in post-war Germany.
Dr. Fleming didn't expect his discovery would have such profound consequences. He simply wanted to be sure that mold didn't thrive on the bacteria he had studied. He could not imagine that this simple experiment would lead him to such a miraculous medical breakthrough.
Many discoveries made every day aren't really remarkable. These are just experiments that were made for no specific reason.
It is amazing how sometimes seemingly insignificant experiments can transform history.
It is often the most important discovery that seems to have no commonality. Penicillin was one example. Or photography. Or electricity. Or even computers.
Invention doesn't happen simply because someone has a great idea. It happens because someone is faced with a problem. And then they find a solution through experimentation.
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