User talk:A Random Lebanese Guy
April 2024
[edit]Hello, I'm That Tired Tarantula. I noticed that you added or changed content in an article, Hundred Days' War, but you didn't provide a reliable source. It's been removed and archived in the page history for now, but if you'd like to include a citation and re-add it, please do so. You can have a look at referencing for beginners. If you think I made a mistake, you can leave me a message on my talk page. Thank you. That Tired TarantulaBurrow 13:08, 28 April 2024 (UTC)
- Hi Random Lebanese Guy,
- I've noticed in your edits which continued from your logged out edits, you've still been adding unsourced content and it's still been getting reverted, which may be fustrating if you're not familiar with how Wikipedia works. As the message above says I'd suggest you try reading referencing for beginners, but if there's anything you're stuggling to understand then try asking at the Teahouse where there be a whole bunch of volunteers ready to awnser your questions.
- -- D'n'B-t -- 15:42, 28 April 2024 (UTC)
Wikipedia and copyright
[edit]Hello A Random Lebanese Guy! Your additions to Hundred Days' War have been removed in whole or in part, as they appear to have added copyrighted content without evidence that the source material is in the public domain or has been released by its owner or legal agent under a suitably free and compatible copyright license. (To request such a release, see Wikipedia:Requesting copyright permission.) While we appreciate your contributions to Wikipedia, it's important to understand and adhere to guidelines about using information from sources to prevent copyright and plagiarism issues. Here are the key points:
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It's very important that contributors understand and follow these practices. Persistent failure to comply may result in being blocked from editing. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please ask them here on this page, or leave a message on my talk page. Thank you. DanCherek (talk) 15:36, 29 April 2024 (UTC)