Were there attempts to unify it before it died? Why are there so many exclaves and enclaves?

Let me explain what I mean a little more clearly, using an example. There are a lot of questions about sexual violence or coercion in the past posted here, and many use the term "rape." However, our understanding of what constitutes "rape" has changed over time; some of these acts of sexual violence or coercion may not have been considered rape during the time period being discussed. Another example could be the word "murder"; some killings that were legal in the past are not legal now.

How, as historians, do you decide which terms to use? On one hand, I can imagine that you do not want to minimize the seriousness of sexual violence or killing by avoiding "charged" words. But on the other, using these words might impose a modern interpretation on the events - is that considered bad even when it comes to terminology?

I am pretty comfortable saying that we don't need to avoid interpreting sexual violence as "rape," but do historians agree?

Does it depend on the situation, and if so, how do you decide what to do?

The germanic people get a lot of press and notice in Roman history, I was wondering if the slavic people also ever spent time in Rome? How much of an impact politically and culturally would they have had compared to the Germanics?

Why didn't jews "convert" to a acceptable religion in the Nazi occupied countries during WWII to escape death? If they did, how did the Nazis catch them and if they escaped what did they do to blend in with everyone else?

Hey everybody, I'm starting to get real into studying the Mongolian Empire, and I only know of two primary sources that deal with the Mongolian Empire (Marco Polo and the Secret History of the Mongols). I was wondering if anybody knows of any other primary (or really good secondary) sources. Thanks for your help.

How did a village form in the medieval era?

I have a question.

I heard there was a difference between the American flag & the Flag of the United States of America.

I can't find any image of the 'American Flag' Please help?

On balance which are greater, the similarities or the differences?

During the Cuban Revolution, the Eisenhower administration called off all support for Batista's regime. This resulted in the pro-US regime falling, and giving rise to Castro's pro-Soviet regime.

Why stop supporting Batista?

I've heard it was over human rights. However, during his Presidency, Eisenhower:

1. Opened relations with dictator Francisco Franco in Spain

2. Overthrew the democratic government of Iran to establish the Shah's dictatorship

3. Supported Mobutu Sese Seko's rise to power in Zaire

4. Overthrew the democratic government of Guatemala to establish the dictatorship of Carlos Castillo Armas on behalf of the United Fruit Company

Human rights was not a large priority for Eisenhower in foreign policy. So what was his real reason for abandoning Batista?

The US Ambassador to Cuba even said, "Batista had always leaned toward the United States. I don't think we ever had a better friend."

they seem to pop up fairly frequently but almost never get answered.

I have definitely read the Wikipedia on this, so please do avoid linking me there.

I am confused about my background. I know everyone thinks it is a silly thing for people to wonder about, but I want to know where I really come from. In case you want to consider my perspective, imagine this: You live in a place that does not have its own identity or history, or at least not one that your lineage was a part of. You certainly know where you are and yes that is great, but not knowing where you come from is a restless feeling

Anyways, what I have been told about where my family comes from is: "They lived in a part of Russia that is now a part of the Ukraine." When I look this up, the apparent consensus is that no such place exists. When I read about Mennonites I also read that none of them were from Russia or the Ukraine. They moved there from Prussia or Holland when they were offered asylum. Eventually they lost their asylum in Russia, and so my family moved to a colony in Mexico.

If anyone could shed any light on the history of the Mennonites I would really appreciate it!

Note: I have used a throwaway because I am not sure how many "Mexican Mennonites" are currently living in Canada and I didn't want to accidentally out my real identity on a large anonymous site!

*took out an "anyways"; I use that word too often. Also realized I am a rambler so I bolded the actual request

If not, how were they effectively prevented when they were able to be built even in some prison camps?

How was it handled?

How did it affect their presidency?