Write a letter to someone in the present, from someone in the Middle Ages. You must explain who you are, and what your life is like. You should refer to Feudalismthe manor system, the Catholic Church, and how these all affect you. You may choose the perspective of anyone in Medieval society. Your letter should be THREE PARAGRAPHS total.

the government closely monitored its finances to avoid another financial collapse.

the alfred thayer mahan award for literary achievement is awarded each year by the navy league of the united states. the award is named for an american naval historian and theorist, rear admiral alfred thayer mahan, united states navy who, through his writing, provided stimulus and guidance to those who share in the defense of the nation. presented since 1957, "this award for literary achievement is awarded to a u.s. navy officer, u.s. marine corps officer, enlisted service member, or civilian who has made a notable literary contribution that has advanced the knowledge of the importance of sea power in the united states."[1]

president thomas jefferson hoped that the embargo act of 1807 would the united states by demonstrating to britain and france their dependence on american goods, convincing them to respect american neutrality and stop impressing american seamen. instead, the act had a devastating effect on american trade.