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Angela Merkel, shortly before her resignation in 2021

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Angela Merkel, through her position as chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, worked to establish economic and political stability throughout Europe. Managing the refugee crisis, many economic setbacks and windfalls, and assisting in uniting the EU politically against extremism, she stands as one of the most influential modern European leaders.

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L A County Superior Court, Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA

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The O.J. Simpson trial was a nationally dividing murder trial featuring O.J. and his murdered ex-wife, as well as her friend. The trial was largely split along racial lines, with Simpson eventually being found Not Guilty of the crimes presented. a major theme of the trial was racism and corruption in the LA police department.

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T.E. Lawrence, commonly known as "Lawrence of Arabia" 

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Lawrence of Arabia was instrumental in the British middle-eastern campaign during World War 1. Working with Bedouin tribes throughout modern day Saudi Arabia, he famously conquered and gave them Damascus, attempting to help them establish their own self-governance from the control of western powers.

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A sign displaying how many Americans felt during the recession (and since then).

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The 2008 Recession is considered to be one of the worst financial meltdowns since the Great Depression. Global trade fell by 15%, and unemployment rates doubled.

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Tim Berner Lee, creator of the World Wide Web

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The World Wide Web is one of the greatest technological innovations in human history. Created by Tim Berner Lee (pictured) to allow communication between scientists, it has now become the backbone of modern life. This map/presentation alone relies on Lee's innovation.

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The author of The Catcher in the Rye, J.D. Salinger

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The Catcher in the Rye symbolized a new aspect of American culture, the rebellious young adult. The Catcher in the Rye quickly became a classic American novel, shooting Salinger into the spotlight.

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The infamous H-Bomb first tested at Eniwetok Atoll

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The development of the H-Bomb ushered in a new part of the atomic age, escalating the Cold War. The bomb was first tested by the U.S. in 1952, on Eniwetok Atoll.

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Wheel of Fortune, "America's Game", is one of the longest running TV shows in the country. It has become a representation of part of American culture, largely because so many have grown up with it.

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Sandy Hook Elementary School, Dickenson Drive, Sandy Hook, CT

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Protests in 2015, using Sandy Hook as an example for change. 

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Sandy Hook is often referred to as one of the deadliest school shootings in United States history. The shooting sparked tension about the access to firearms that Americans have.

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Psycho was extremely influential on the movie industry as a whole, even if controversial due to its depictions of violence and sexuality. The movie established many new ways to film, and expanded the limit for filmmakers.

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Charles Starkweather and his girlfriend Caril Ann Fugate would go on a homicide spree throughout the state, killing 10 people by the end. Some of this number included Caril's family, as well as a businessman and his family. Charles received the death penalty, while Caril received life in prison and was released in 1976.

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A sign at one of the entrances to Paradise, California shortly after the fire. 

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The Paradise fire, burning 154,000 acres of land and killing 85 people, was the most devastating fire in California history. The fire wiped out the town of Paradise, requiring the rapid evacuation of the entire town.

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The Mafia, even with its disputed origin, has become infamous for their methodology of control and terror over areas under their influence. When many Italian mafia members immigrated to the United States, many Northeastern states had major crime issues originating from the American Mafia.

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Grace Kelly, through her famous role in High Noon, became one of Hollywood's most valuable actors. When she went on a trip to France for a film festival, she met her future husband Prince Rainier III of Monaco. She lived the rest of her life as a princess, becoming the envy of many.

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The Rosenbergs, Julius (right) in handcuffs.

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The Rosenbergs worked to reveal classified data about the first atomic bombs to the Soviets during the Red Scare, due to which they were sentenced to death when caught. Mass protests came as a result of this sentencing. However, upon the USSR's collapse, documents revealed the Rosenbergs were guilty of the crime.

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Ho Chi Minh, sometime during the Vietnam War

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Ho Chi Minh was instrumental in communist movements around the world, but in his home country of Vietnam he inspired revolution and independence from foreign imperialist powers that ruled over his people.

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Charles De Gaulle in his military uniform. 

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Charles De Gaulle led France beyond its political instability, keeping the nation intact during and after WW2. Through his leadership France went under major reform, stabilizing the economy and the nation's government.

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White House, Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC

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Monica Lewinsky (left) and Bill Clinton (right)

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The Clinton/Lewinsky Scandal rocked the Clinton administration, compromising the election of 2000 and exposing the intimate relationship that the two had. The relationship was exposed through Lewinsky's confidant, Linda Tripp.

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Watergate, Virginia Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC

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NYT Headline immediately after Nixon's Resignation

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The Watergate scandal would rock Washington D.C., and end Nixon's political career. A break-in at the DNC office directed by White House officials would force an attempted cover-up and Nixon's eventual resignation.

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World Trade Center, Manhattan, New York, NY

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The World Trade Center, the left tower (for a time) being the tallest building on the planet. 

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With the terrorist attack on September 11th, 2001, the course of American history would change forever.