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Maximilian I of Mexico

Long ago, a man named Maximilian lived. He was a leader in a far land. He went to Mexico to be a king. Many people had big fights about how to rule. It was a hard time for him. Do you like to learn about kings?

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Máximo Jerez

Long ago, a man named Máximo Jerez lived. He was a leader in Nicaragua. He worked to bring lands together. He also helped set land lines for two places. He was a very smart man. Do you like to lead?

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Mayflower Compact

Long ago, a big ship sailed the sea. The people on the ship made rules. These rules helped them live together. They wanted to be safe and kind. It was a very smart idea. Do you like to follow rules?

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Ma Ying-jeou

Ma Ying-jeou was a leader in Taiwan. He was a president. He also worked in a big city. He helped people talk to each other. He worked very hard. Do you like to help people?

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Mayor

A mayor is a leader. They help a town or city. They take care of many things. This job helps people live well. It is a big job for one person. Do you want to help your town?

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McCarthyism

Long ago, people felt very afraid. They worried about new ideas. Some leaders made unfair rules. This hurt many workers. People lost their jobs. Later, things became better. Do you think being fair is important?

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McGill University

This is a big school for learning. It is in a place called Montreal. A man named James McGill helped start it. Many students go there to study. It helps people learn many things. Do you like to learn new things?

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Medal

A medal is a small metal disc. It can have art on it. Some people win them for doing a good job. You might see them at sports games. You can wear them on a ribbon. Do you like shiny things?

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Medgar Evers

Medgar Evers was a brave man. He worked to make things fair. He wanted everyone to be treated well. Many people loved his work. He helped change our world. Do you want to learn more?

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Media blackout

Sometimes news is not shared. People or leaders may stop news. They do this to keep secrets. They might do it to stay safe. This can happen with the internet too. It is a big deal. Do you like to learn new things?

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Mediation

Sometimes people have big fights. A helper can join them. This helper does not pick a side. They help the people talk. This helps everyone find a way to be happy again. It is a kind way to fix things. Can you help a…

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Medical tourism

Some people travel to get help from doctors. They go to other lands for care. It can cost less money there. It can also be faster. This helps many people feel better. Have you ever traveled far away?

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Meeting

A meeting is when people come together. They talk to share news. They may meet in a room. They can also meet on a screen. This helps people make big choices. It is a good way to work. Do you like to talk with friends?

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Megawati Sukarnoputri

Megawati was a leader in Indonesia. She was the first woman president there. Her father was also a great leader. She worked hard to help her people. She still leads a big group today. Do you know any leaders?

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Mein Kampf

A man wrote a book. It was about his ideas. He had many unfair ideas. These ideas hurt many people. The book is very famous. It is a sad story. Do you want to learn more?

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Meir Kahane

Meir Kahane was a leader. He lived in New York and Israel. He had many strong ideas. Some of his ideas were not fair to others. He worked to change things. Do you want to learn more?

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Melanesians

Many people live on islands in the sea. They live in a place called Melanesia. These people have many ways to talk. Some even have blond hair. It is a very special place. Do you want to learn more?

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Meles Zenawi

Meles Zenawi was a leader in Ethiopia. He helped lead his country for many years. He wanted people to use their own languages. This helped many groups of people. He worked to help the land and schools. Do you like…

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Melford Spiro

A man named Melford Spiro studied people. He went to many far places. He learned how people live and pray. This helps us know each other. He was a great teacher. Do you like to learn about people?

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Melinda French Gates

Melinda French Gates helps many people. She works to make life better. She helps women and families. This work is very good. She wants the world to be fair. Do you want to help people too?

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Melvil Dewey

Melvil Dewey helped many libraries. He made a way to sort books. This helps you find what you need. He also helped people learn more. Some things he did were not kind. But he changed how we use books. Do you like to…

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Melvin Purvis

Melvin Purvis was a lawman. He worked for the FBI. He helped catch bad men. This was a hard job. He worked very hard to keep us safe. Do you want to learn more about him?

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Menachem Begin

Menachem Begin was a leader. He helped lead a country called Israel. He worked hard to make peace. This helped many people stay safe. He even won a big prize for peace. Can you imagine making peace with a neighbor?

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Menen Asfaw

Menen Asfaw was a kind queen. She lived in a place called Ethiopia. She helped many people. She even built a school for girls. She was a good friend to her husband. Do you like to help others?

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Mengistu Haile Mariam

Long ago, a man led Ethiopia. His name was Mengistu. He was a soldier. Many sad things happened while he was in charge. He left the country many years ago. Do you want to learn more?

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Mensheviks

Long ago, a group of people split. They were part of a big party. They wanted to change things slowly. Some leaders wanted a large group. This group was called the Mensheviks. They worked to make things better. Do…

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Mentewab

Mentewab was a queen in Ethiopia. She lived a long time ago. She helped lead her people. She even built a big castle. She was a very strong leader. Do you like stories about queens?

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Mentorship

A mentor is a helper. They teach new things. They give good advice. This helps people grow. It is a kind way to learn. Do you like to learn from others?

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Mercantilism

Long ago, kings wanted more gold. They tried to sell many things. They did not want to buy from others. This helped their own land grow. It made their lands very strong. Do you like to trade?

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Mercenary

Some people fight in wars for money. They are not part of a real army. They join to get paid. This can be a hard job. It is important to have fair rules. Do you think rules help in a war?

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Merchant

A merchant sells things. They trade goods like food or cloth. They have done this for a long time. This helps people get what they need. It is a very old job. Do you like to shop?

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Mercosur

Many countries work together. They are in South America. They help each other trade goods. This helps their people grow. It is a big team. Do you like working in a team?

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Meritocracy

Some people think jobs should go to the best. You can earn a good job by working hard. You can show you are able with tests. This is better than just being born rich. It helps everyone have a fair chance. Do you like…

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Merton Miller

Merton Miller was a smart man. He studied how money works. He won a very big prize. This prize is for great work. His ideas help us learn. Do you like to learn new things?

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Mestizo

Some people have mixed families. Long ago, people from Spain and local people met. They had children together. These children were called mestizos. This helped make new groups of people. It is a big part of history.…

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Metascience

Some people study how we learn things. They look at how science works. They want to make it better. This helps us find the truth. It is a big job. Do you like to learn new things?

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MeToo movement

Many people use the words "Me Too." It helps people feel brave. They share stories to show they are not alone. This helps make things fairer for everyone. It is a way to help others. Do you know how to be kind?

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Mexican Mafia

A group of men formed a gang. They started in a prison. They had many rules. They wanted to be very strong. This group is still around today. It is a very big group. Do you see many rules in your life?

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Mexican peso

The peso is money used in Mexico. It has bright colors. The money tells stories of the past. It helps people buy things they need. It is very special. Do you like colorful money?

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Mexican peso crisis

Long ago, Mexico had a money problem. The value of their money changed fast. This made things hard for many people. It was a very sad time. Many people worked to make it better. Can you imagine if money changed like…

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Meyer Guggenheim

Meyer was a very hard worker. He moved to a new land. He worked with silver in the ground. He helped his family a lot. His family became very rich. Do you like to help your family?

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Meyer Lansky

A man named Meyer lived long ago. He worked with many people. They ran games with money. He helped his country during a war. He was a very busy man. Do you like to learn about history?

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M. G. Ramachandran

M.G.R. was a famous man. He was a great actor. He also helped lead many people. He was a leader in India. Many people loved him very much. Do you like stories about leaders?

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MI5

MI5 is a group in the UK. They work to keep people safe. They look for people who might cause harm. This helps the country stay peaceful. They have worked this way for a long time. Do you want to learn more?

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MI6

A group called MI6 works far away. They find out secrets to help people. They work to keep the country safe. This work helps many friends too. It is a big job. Do you like secrets?

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Mia Mottley

Mia Mottley is a leader. She helps the island of Barbados. She is the first woman leader there. She also helps the whole world. This work is very big. Do you want to learn more?

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Michael Joseph Savage

Michael Savage was a great leader. He lived in New Zealand. He helped many people get what they need. He worked to make life better for families. He is a hero to many. Do you know any leaders?

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Michael Kremer

Michael helps people around the world. He finds ways to help kids stay healthy. He also helps kids learn in school. His work is very important. It makes life better for many. Do you want to help people too?

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