Newton, Isaac
(1642-1727) English scientist who discovered gravitation, invented calculus, and formulated the laws of motion.
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World History
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Newcomen, Thomas
(1663-1729) Developed a steam engine powered by coal.
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New Testament
The second half of the Christian Bible. It describes the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, as well as other Christian teachings.
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New Kingdom
(1550 BCE - 1100 BCE) Period in ancient Egyptian history characterized by strong pharaohs who conquered an empire that stretched from Nubia in the south, to the Euphrates River in Mesopotamia.
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New Imperialism
A policy of economic, political, and social of one country by another. Industrialized countries sought control of other countries for raw materials and new markets.
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New Economic Policy
An economic policy of Vladimir Leninﾒs in the Soviet Union where government controlled most banks and industry, but did allow some private ownership.
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Neolithic Revolution
(10,000 - 8,000 BCE) The development of agriculture and the domestication of animals as a food source. This led to the development of permanent settlements and the start of civilization.
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Neolithic Age
(10,000 BCE - 5000 BCE) New Stone Age. A period of time in human history characterized by the development of agriculture and permanent settlements.
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Nehru, Jawaharlal
(1889-1964) Indian nationalist leader and the first prime minister of independent India from 1947 to 1964. Along with Mohandas Gandhi, he was instrumental in freeing India from Britainﾒs control.
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Nazi
Name of German National Socialist Party, which gained control of Germany in 1933 under the leadership of Adolf Hitler.
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