Empire
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Historical Context
Knowing the history behind empires can help understand their impact and legacy. The British Empire once spanned across continents.
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Cultural Dominance
Empires often spread their culture and language, influencing regions long after they fall. The Roman Empire's Latin language influenced many European languages.
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Not Always Tangible
An empire doesn't have to be geographically contiguous; it can span nonadjacent territories. The Portuguese Empire included Brazil and parts of Africa and Asia.