Introduction The 1920s, often referred to as the "Roaring Twenties," was a decade marked by significant socio-political, economic, and cultural transformations. Following the devastation of World War I, the world witnessed a period of rapid change and innovation. In the United States, this era was characterized by a burgeoning economy, technological advancements, and shifts in societal norms. It was a...
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Thomas Jefferson wanted to reduce the size of the government, lower taxes, make the military smaller, and make an agriculturally independent society. He opposed the industrial sight of the English style. He cut taxes and the budget. He thought that this would help the economy to let the citizens be free and peaceful. He also reduced the military. By reducing...
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Released in 1970, ‘Tora! Tora! Tora!’ depicts the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7th, 1941. From its conception, it was intended to be as unbiased and historically accurate as a film adaptation of history can be. Drawing material from two books by respected historians, the film allows us to view the event from the perspective of many key...
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The beginning of 1932 marked a terrible time for the American people. This was the time of the Great Depression which, at the time, seemed to worsen with the passing of each year. This was a time when unemployment peaked and private, charitable organizations were overwhelmed by the crisis. Americans, with nowhere to turn, needed someone or something to help...
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Isolationism, a policy of remaining apart from the affairs or interests of other groups, especially the political affairs of other countries. This mindset of the american people was changed in 1941, when the bombing of Pearl Harbour occured killing 2,400 people. America was in World War II for only two of the six years of conflict, but they contributed so...
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The Salem Witchcraft Trials have been a fascinating and well-known subject to many generations of Americans. For years, there has been speculation as to why they occurred. The witchcraft trials began when several young girls became affected by a strange disease which caused them to have “fits”. The girls began placing blame on members of the community, saying that they...
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The campaign against Hubert Humphrey, and the campaign against Kennedy, who by the time of the time piece had already been assassinated, further represent an important turning point in Nixon’s life and political career. Before the 1960 election, making use of petty, quasi-illegal dirty tricks was a means of victory for Nixon – he had scarcely lost an election before...
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The 1950s was the year people came home and sought out the American dream. Some people were earning money and living happily while others did not live prosperously. The 1950s had an economic boom because of the amount of spending that was made, improvements in medicine, the growth of entertainment, and new technology inventions. Prosperity affected the nation socially, politically,...
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Chaos breaks out in the town and rumors of witchery spread. Teenage girls let out savage screams and shake uncontrollably. Everyone is panicking and blaming one another. In ‘The Crucible’, a historical fiction play written by Arthur Miller, set in 1693 Salem, Massachusetts, John Proctor, a respected farmer, tries to get the truth out and end the witchcraft madness. Arthur...
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During the 18th and 19th centuries, certain nations and colonies located in the Atlantic desired to upheave the current governmental and pecuniary mandate of the administrations in control, they wanted to institute a fresh direction, founded on the philosophies of the Enlightenment - exclusively pursuing to establish order that desired to create government based on social compact, separation of power,...
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‘A Raisin in the Sun’ was brought to the public on March 11,1959 where it resembled the Harlem Renaissance. The Harlem Renaissance had many characteristics that tied into black history. It was a racial pride that developed the idea of black identity through the production of literature, art, and music that could challenge the racism presented to promote progressive politics....
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‘A Raisin in The Sun’, carries on the tradition of the Harlem Renaissance by the 4 characters and extends beyond that tradition by using aspects. Most of the characters are shown through actions of the main characters or it could be their use of their words. It helps us realise the certain aspects that will help us understand the events...
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In chapter 3 of Tim Marshall's ‘Prisoners of Geography’ it looks at the USA with its glorious isolated location between two oceans, exceptional river systems and development agriculture all of which led as a country with a shared language through culture to their relatively stable progress. When comparing the analyses of US foreign policy contained in Chapter 3 of ‘Prisoners...
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The first two decades of the 20th century was known as the Progressive Era. During the Progressive Era, many things happened. For example, Henry Ford created the Model T and made mass production easier with the creation of the assembly line. Also, there was a rise in women’s suffrage and feminism. Socialism has also reached its greatest effect in America...
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There are many legends in the world, some more common than others. Some can be created online, but others are in books, such as, ‘King Arthur: His Knights and Their Ladies’, by Johanna Johnston. Most have undoubtedly heard of some aspects from the Arthurian legends, whether it be consciously or not. Many people might’ve even asked themselves the question, “Why...
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Humans tend to be inherently violent in nature, competing for their needs in the society. Human history is filled with conflict. Some of that conflict takes place on a small level involving only a few people, sometimes the battle takes place within a single person's mind. But other conflicts span regions and can stretch on for decades. Ancient battles were...
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‘A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court’, by Mark Twain, and ‘The Once and Future King’, by T.H. White, are two very different books. While Mark Twain incorporates plenty of humor into his writing, T.H. White decides to take a more serious side. However, both books fall into the categories of Arthurian legend. They also have many similarities. ‘A Connecticut...
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The book ‘The Incorporation of America’ by Alan Trachtenberg depicts that the upcomming of industrial companies, companies and corporatization, the powers that existed at the time controlled the structure of the corporate world that was being developed during the Gilded Age and basically completely rebuilt and designed American culture in ways that were completely opposite to the way the way...
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One of the main goals of the Harlem Renaissance was proving that Black people were not the prejudicial stereotypes that were enforced on them prior to emancipation. This was largely achieved through drawing a focus on black artwork and artists that displayed the intelligence and capability of African-Americans. These art forms socially, economically, and politically impacted the black community to...
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Franklin Delano Roosevelt was a positive because of his effect on the Great Depression, helping with America’s economy and forever changed the way banks operate. When Roosevelt came into power on March 4, 1933, he helped restore the Great Depression with the New Deal. Before he died in 1945, he served longer than any other president before or since and...
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Introduction The United States' entry into World War II marked a pivotal shift in the global balance of power. While the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, is commonly seen as the catalyst for U.S. involvement, it is intriguing to ponder how history might have unfolded without this event. This essay explores the possible trajectory of U.S....
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The years from 1920 to 1929 marked the beginning of a new era of intense change in the American societies. As America moved from the outrageous effects of the World War I and the bitter clash between ‘The Puritan’ and ‘Victorian’ beliefs, people felt overwhelmed with these old-fashioned traditions. As such, they wanted to free themselves by breaking with the...
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Dolores Clara Fernandez Huerta is a living human rights hero for several Latinos, especially for women. She spent the majority of her life as a political activist who strived to get better working conditions for farmworkers. Her focus was to help out the conditions of the families of farmers. Her main help towards The Farmworkers' Movement has been dominated by...
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During the 19th century, the world began to see an increase in the complex relationships people had with the environment. There were many factors that contributed to the migration of new settlers towards the west such as the Transcontinental Railroad and the Homestead Act, which forced Native Americans to leave their homeland to make room for new settlers. This also...
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I am against having a statue to commemorate the pioneers, since they did more bad than good to North America. The pioneers did horrific things to Native Americans like forcing them off their land, and murdering nearly almost all of the tribes. The greed of pioneers led much suffering for Native Americans, who were left nearly nothing. The pioneers did...
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Most of the past presidents have been able to confront and overcome many problems during their terms, and this president is no exception. During his two terms as president, James Monroe has confronted several problems which he met in office, some of these are the Missouri Compromise, the Panic of 1819, the acquirement of the territory of Florida, and one...
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The Crimean War was a military conflict fought from October 1853 to February 1856. In the end, the Russian Empire lost to an alliance of the Ottoman Empire, France, Britain, and Sardinia. By January 1856, “Russia lost 500,000 troops, mostly to disease, malnutrition, and exposure…” (History.com Editors). In 1855, there was a discovery found stating that poor sanitation levels led...
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Archaeologists have found the ruins of elaborate buildings and temples all around the tomb area. In ancient times, living people brought food offerings and other gifts to these buildings. Workers also discovered bronze and jade bowls and pots around the tomb complex. Visitors to the tomb once used these containers to prepare feasts for the dead emperor and his companions....
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No jobs, no bank accounts, no dry cleaning. Why? Why didn't these people have all this? In fact what is “The Great Depression”? To begin with, The Great Depression started in the 1930’s in the United States. This event lasted for nearly a good ten years. Shocking right? It closed thousands of banks, put a million people out of their...
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The new world request is flourishing in the light of rise of China. It is endeavoring to modify the worldwide perceived leverage. China has proposed ‘One Belt One Road’ activities and built up Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). It is currently extending its worldwide nearness as far as financial and political viewpoints. China presently is by all accounts equipped for...
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