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The success of major turning points is often assisted by preceding minor turning points like the Battle of the Coral Sea in Asia and the Battle of Britain in Europe.

Twenty leading historians give their views on which year was the most significant in Britain's history, from the years 1000 to 2000.

To write a screenplay, pose an idea in a question. Write the script to answer the question. Sounds simple. But it isn't.

A writer needs to understand the structure of a short story to write one that will sell. Short stories are not just short books, they are their own literary forms.

Historian Lewis E. Lehrman reveals the speech that defined Lincoln's convictions about slavery in his opposition to the Kansas-Nebraska Act sponsored by Stephen Douglas.

General Ulysses S. Grant accepted heavy casualties and a reputation as a "butcher.' But he refused to accept defeat. That's why the North won the Civil War.

With a daring climb up steep cliffs, the British surprised the French and took control of Quebec in one of the largest battles of the French and Indian War.

Days of fighting in the pass of Thermopylae had shown the Spartans seemingly unbeatable. But the historian Herodotus tells of the treachery that finally defeated them.

As UFC 98 came to a close in the wee hours of May 24, 2009, both the legendary Matt Hughes and Rashad Evans, a man staking his claim to greatness, faced major decisions.

Price and time relationships are known to occur at market reversals. Some traders have contributed to recent new knowledge in the science of forecasting market reversals.

Each in their own way, the Doolittle Raid, the Battle of the Coral Sea, and the Battle of Midway helped turn the tide of war against Japan six months after Pearl Harbor.

German defeat at Stalingrad resulted from irrational strategy devised by Adolf Hitler as well as numerous other factors including supply problems and weather.

Last season's five-year leap forward was a nice shot in the arm for the show, but it was the best thing to happen to Parker's portrayal of Gabrielle Solis.

The darkest moment in a story is when the character has finally run up against a brick wall. There appears to be no solution, no resolution and no way out

In popular fiction, every protagonist goes on a journey, whether physical or emotional.

Brief biography and works of Norwegian dramatist and poet Henrik Ibsen, famous for A Doll's House, Peer Gynt and Hedda Gabler.

Six decades after World War II, historians still debate which battles really stopped the Germans and gave victory in europe to the Allies.

Many U.S. Presidential elections have turned on a single phrase or theme that resonated with the voting public. Some were calculated; others surprised even the winners.

A few minutes spent making a fold-out timeline will help any author keep the story on track. Enter the main plot events and turning points, then amend as the story grows.

Don't know where to start? Here are some exercises and tips to getting the good stuff down on paper.

The contents of a personal diary can provide a rich vein of stories for biographies and memoirs. The organised writer will find that results exceed expectations.

Gann believed that market reversals could be expected when price constraints meet time constraints. This article examines how Gann's Price Square works.

All fiction writers want to create unforgettable characters. Hit the ground running with a "Character Personality Bio" filled with unusual and interesting details.

You would like to write your life story but don't know how to begin? Here are a few simple keys to help you get started!

Being aware of life's stages can help in managing relationships, career, finances and all other elements of living.

This is a review of the themes and plot of Babel, with reference to similar films; such as Amores Perros and 21 Grams by the same director; and Requiem For a Dream.

The 2006 Indy Car Series season began with tragedy, as the untimely death of Rahal-Letterman driver Paul Dana at Homestead-Miami marred the opening weekend.

Lyndon Johnson increased American involvement in Vietnam to prevent North Vietnam defeating the south. The Tet Offensive defeated the Viet Cong yet the South was defeated

Pavlov's House is a four-story apartment building near the Volga River that became a rock of Soviet resolve at the Battle of Stalingrad.

This comedy does a good job ensuring the viewer that it could be worse in terms of how our families celebrate Christmas.

Although renominated unanimously, Republicans had strong doubts that Abraham Lincoln would be returned to office given the shift in mood among Northern voters.

In 1968, students protested the Vietnam War, focused the Olympics on civil rights, faced tanks in Prague, and generally tried to change the world; but to what end?

Brief history of "Amazing Grace," a famous and best loved Christian hymn, written by John Newton, sea captain and clergyman.

Margaret gets married as the nation struggles to come to terms with the assassination of John F. Kennedy, while both Pete and the Drapers come to a crossroads.

Even in the confines of a short film, the fundamentals of story are vital.

Nadia Boulanger's life, career and list of prominent students. She was considered the greatest music teacher of the 20th century.

Based on the childhood of John Boorman and his family's experiences during the German blitz of London, a British boy watches his world change from the violence of war

Few presidential elections have been quite as close, as dramatic or as controversial as the 1960 election between Richard Nixon and John F. Kennedy turned out to be.

The Searchers marks a turning point for Westerns in its depiction of American attitudes to racial hatred. Social attitudes pervade on a genre imbued with racism.

The most influential aspect of Gann's work was his observation that time is a major constraint on price movements. When time "runs out" the market is ready for a reversal

A powerful ending comes from drafting a third act that answers all of the story's questions and follows logically from the events leading up to it, but with a twist.

Elston Howard, a great catcher, made an outstanding catch playing left field for the Yankees in the 1958 World Series. It led to the World Championship.

Shawn Johnson earns a perfect score and has her best performance yet; Judge Len Goodman awards Gilles Marini an unofficial 11; Ty Murray still not up to par for judges

It's not necessary to be an established author to start writing memoirs, but it's useful to know a few tricks of the trade to keep readers interested.

"I have lit an everlasting incense stick. I want people to enjoy the perfume," said Kelkar as a tribute to the grandeur of a bygone era

Clive Owen puts in his best ever screen performance in this incredibly poignant drama. Oscars surely beckon for The Boys Are Back. Read a review below

Abraham Lincoln's terms as President were dominated, of course, by the American Civil War. It is here that he earned his title as one of America's greatest Presidents.

President Lincoln's most famous speech of 10 poetic sentences was at first received along partisan lines, but it is now regarded as one of the best in American history.

Despite being an atheist, Helen Schucman purportedly channeled A Course in Miracles (ACIM), a New Age scripture with a strong Christian foundation, from Jesus Christ.

Essentially a collection of 10 black and white documentaries exploring "the day that will live in infamy", this informative two-disc set is a must for war buffs. 6.5/10