Saturday, 4 May 2024, 2:32 AM
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Glossary: Global History & Geography for 14-15 Yr olds USA) (Thomas Caswell)
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working classLowest class in most social class systems, including factory workers, miners, and others. |
World Bank GroupA vast financial resource owned and controlled by its membership of over 180 countries. The purpose of the bank, established in 1944, is to provide loans and economic advice to its member countries. In 2001, the bank provided over 17.3 billion dollars in loans to over 100 different developing nations. |
World Health Organization (WHO)An organization attached to the united Nations that is concerned with the health and well being of all people. The organization works in developing nations to curb disease and other health related problems. |
World War I(1914 1918) European war in which an alliance including Great Britain, France, Russia, Italy, and the United States defeated the alliance of Germany, Austria-Hungary, Turkey, and Bulgaria. |
World War II(1939 1945) A war fought in Europe, Africa and Asia between the Allied Powers of Great Britain, France, the Soviet Union, and the United States against the Axis Powers of Germany, Italy, and Japan. |
Wright, Orville(18711948) American inventor. He is best know for his work with his brother Wilbur in the development of the airplane. |
Wright, Wilbur(1867-1912) American inventor. He is best know for his work with his brother Orville in the development of the airplane. |