Belgium was part of larger territories or smaller states throughout history. Julius Caesar used "Belgium" to refer to northern France's Belgae tribes. Neanderthal fossils discovered in Belgium dating back to 100,000 BC. LBK culture reached eastern Belgium around 5000 BC
Built in 1370-1380 to defend Paris from English attacks. Features eight towers and walls, 223 feet wide and 121 feet deep. Innovative design copied by France and England
Esquire was originally a military title for knight's attendants. Chief Justice Coke defined gentlemen as those bearing coats of arms. Title was given to knights' eldest sons and other dignitaries
Chivalry emerged between 1170 and 1220 as a code of conduct in Europe. Term "chivalry" derives from Old French "chevalerie" meaning horse soldiery. Code combined warrior ethos, knightly piety, and courtly manners. Roots in Carolingian Empire's idealization of cavalryman
Chile is the southernmost country in the world, located between Andes and Pacific. The country spans 756,102 square kilometers with 17.5 million inhabitants. Chile claims 1.25 million square kilometers of Antarctica. The capital and largest city is Santiago, with Spanish as the official language
Emancipation Proclamation freed millions of slaves 50 years ago. One hundred years later, Blacks still face segregation and discrimination. America has defaulted on "unalienable rights" promise to all Americans