Cavour, Camillo
(1810-61) Prime Minister of Sardinia, a large Italian State. He formed alliances with other foreign powers to help end Austria's and Spain's control. Instrumental in the unification of Italy.
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Cavalry
Mounted warriors.
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causeway
A paved road or path.
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Catherine the Great
An enlightened despot who ruled over Russia. She is responsible for many positive changes in Russia, as well as securing the country a warm water port.
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Castro, Fidel
(1926?- ) Leader of the Cuban Revolution and communist dictator of Cuba. He is responsible for making Cuba a socialist country which has often been at odds with the United States. Notably, the bay of Pigs invasion and the Cuban Missile Crisis.
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Caste System
A rigid social class system in Hinduism.
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Cash Crop Economy
An economic system based on the exportation of certain crops such as sugar, cotton, and coffee.
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cartography
The skill of making maps.
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Cardinal Richelieu
(1585-1642) French Cardinal and politician responsible for instituting absolutist practices in France.
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caravel
A Portuguese ship that had a large cargo area and used two or three masts.
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