Porter RicksKing v. PopeDuring the middle ages, there was a great battle for power. This battle was fought between Monarchy and religion. The King of Germany…Dec 14, 2017Dec 14, 2017
Porter RicksStill Being EnlightenedThe enlightenment was a philosophical movement throughout Europe which encouraged mostly the pursuit of one’s better self. Some of the key…Dec 14, 2017Dec 14, 2017
Porter RicksMiddle Age NunsWomen in the middle ages were not very well known. The queens were mentioned quite well, but that is not a fair explanation of what the…Dec 14, 2017Dec 14, 2017
Porter RicksMy sister thinks Thor is hott.The ancient Germans believed in Norse Mythology. When asked about Norse Mythology, I would usually respond with a statement to the degree…Dec 14, 2017Dec 14, 2017
Porter RicksSiegfried Freud… I mean SigmundSigmund Freud is known by some today as the father of modern psychology. During his lifetime though, he was regarded by most as a pervert…Dec 14, 2017Dec 14, 2017
Porter RicksThere are only a thousand Bismark St. in Germany.Germany, in the time of Bismark, was not a nation. Germany consisted of about 30 individual cities and states that were bound by a treaty…Dec 14, 2017Dec 14, 2017
Porter RicksHow long was the 30 years war again?The Holy Roman Empire was a strong state that, although unified, was very divided when addressing religion. As a way to help lighten the…Dec 14, 2017Dec 14, 2017
Porter RicksThe German RenaissanceThere were many great artists to emerge during the reformation in Europe. Many of these artists; Michael Angelo, Raphael, Leonardo De…Dec 14, 2017Dec 14, 2017
Porter RicksHow did Hitler end up on top?One of the most well know leaders of all time is Adolf Hitler. Sadly, he is known for reasons that bring pain and sorrow. But, the question…Dec 14, 2017Dec 14, 2017
Porter RicksLittle RichardRichard Wagner was one of the great German Composers. Wagner learned to compose in Leipzig where he was born. Wagner learned to play the…Dec 14, 2017Dec 14, 2017