Red Shirts
Nationalistic group/army created and led by Giuseppe Garibaldi to end foreign control of Italy during the 19th century.
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Red Guard
Militaristic group of students in China who brutalized anyone who criticized Maoﾒs government.
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Reconquista
The re-conquest of Spain by the Christians after centuries of Islamic domination.
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recant
To reject a belief or withdraw something previously said.
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raw materials
Various materials found in nature used in manufacturing such as wood, coal, and oil.
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Rasputin, Grigory
(1872-1916) Russian peasant and self-proclaimed holy man. He was friends with the ruling Romanov family, and sometime advisor to Czarina Alexandra. His advice was on of the factors leading to the Russian Revolution.
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Ramayana
Hindu epic story about the hero Rama who was the incarnation of the god Vishnu.
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Ramadan
The ninth month of the Muslim calendar. All Muslims must fast during daylight hours, except the very young or sick.
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Rabbi
Jewish scholar charged with conducting religious services, ensuring that Jewish laws are observed, and serving as a spiritual guide for the community.
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Quran
Islamic holy book.
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