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What was Mabo about?
Mabo (properly cited Mabo [no2] 175 CLR 1) related to the concept of native title. This dispute put in question the validity of the use of 'Terra Nullius' as a means of establishing English law under the doctrine of reception. It was found that the land did belong to the aborigines, and hence should have been conquered rather than settled by the first fleet.
How did rationalism and the idea of natural law change how peoples of Europe sloved problems?
Very interesting question. the 'idea' 'natural law' comes from ancient Greece (Athens), around 600BC. The free men of Athens (1 sixth of the population) kind of 'capitalists') liked 'law and order'. In fact they hated rebellious slaves (also 1 sixth), and designed a natural law that asked for 'obedience'. A 'natural' law that saw slaves and women as 'lower life' Quite different from the beliefs in the Middle East (especially Persia). The Romans spread this belief in Europe as Catholicism. And in Enlightenment 'natural law' was made into Catholicism. It is the reason why 'rationalism' is perfectly suited to defend 'capitalism'. The society in the US in like a present day version of ancient Greece.
What is the roman code of law?
It is important to know the different laws of the different times. Roman law is the law code of ancient Rome. It forms the basis of civil law in many different countries today.
What man led settlers to Roanoke in 1587?
Sir Walter Raleigh (1552-1618) twice attempted to found a colony at Roanoke, Virginia. The second group, led by John White, established a settlement there in 1587, but had mysteriously disappeared by the time White returned there in 1591.
What is the basis of law in Louisiana?
The Law is Louisiana is based on the Napoleonic Code
