Their names are written into colonial American literature as prestigiously as this historical period itself. American writers of the colonial era contributed novels, short stories, poetry, essays, scripts and historical works.

By the 6th Century the Eastern Roman Empire had fully transformed itself into the Byzantine Empire. Justinian, the last emperor to use Latin, ruled until 565, leaving an impressive list of achievements that included the codification of old Roman law, the construction of Hagia Sophia, and a vigorous attempt to reclaim lost imperial lands in the west.

Being that there is no central government in place to watch over the actions of states, international law can either be followed or not. The enforcement and establishment of international law can become difficult, especially in regards to the international norm that is, respect for the sovereignty of individual states.

Home to Carl Perkins, of Blue Suede Shoes fame, Jackson, Tennessee has embraced its musical legacy with an annual Rockabilly Festival, the International Rockabilly Hall of Fame, a Rockabilly Mural and a Rockabilly Park.