World War II was a critical period for America, not to mention the world as well. Throughout all the fighting and bloodshed, Americans returned home successful. Over 700,000 soldiers were disabled after the war, thankful for their lives. All the success and happiness of this country wouldn't have been possible if not for the bravery, courage, a...
The Civil War For minorities, as for other Americans, the Civil War was an opportunity to prove their valor and loyalty. Among the first mustered into the Union Army were a De Kalb regiment of German American clerks, the Garibakdi Guards made up of Italian Americans, a "Polish Legion," and hundreds of Irish American...
Vietnam War - The Vietnam War The Vietnam War is truly one of the most unique wars ever fought by the Unites States of by any country. It was never officially declared a war (Knowll, 3). It had no official beginning nor an official end. It was fought over 10,000 miles away in a virtually unknown country. The enemy and the allies looked exactly t...
The main ideas from are that was a pass the Hellenes tried to defend from the Persians also known as the Peloponnesians, which were led by Xerxes. The Hellenes started to become afraid and started to talk about a retreat but Lakedaimonian Leonidas, their king, became angry and sent for backup since there was not enough to fight off the Persians...
From the time the South demanded the return of Fort Sumter and Fort Pickens, tension had been building in expectation of Lincoln's reply. The options available to Lincoln were limited, and those that were available were further limited by constraints of time and man-power. Lincoln's options were also limited by his goals. Lincoln had a set agenda...
Throughout the history of the modern world, man has sought out the perfect government. An invincible system of order. And in our search for this ideal system, the idea of holding property in common has been a reoccurring thought. From early Christian communities to modern Marxist states, socialism and more specifically, communism has had an importa...
How would one define a heroine? According to the old Webster, a heroine is a woman of heroic achievements or qualities. When compared to other females, Catherine seems to be somewhat of an outcast. With that in mind, how is it that a person such as Catherine Morland fits into the category of a hero? Catherine Morland certainly had not...
The motives of Britain's imperialist activities in Africa from 1869 to 1912 were strategic and defensive. While other motives did exist, such as to colonize, to search for new markets and materials, to attain revenge and world prestige, to convert natives to Christianity, and to spread the English style of orderly government, the main motives e...
Despite what many might think, is well known across hundreds of nations all over the world. has been around for several centuries and has a very important meaning in the lives of many. It would be safe to assume that is going to be around for a long time and have an enormous impact on the lives of many people. Social & Cultural Factors has a...
Pre 1606 ' Aboriginals lived in Australia, nomadic life 1606 the Dutch (Willem Janszoon) sailed to Australia from Indonesia 1642 Abel Tasman the first explorer who reached the islands of 'Van Diemen's land' 1644 Able Tasman made a second voyage named it 'New Holland' 1698 William Dampier not under royal commission made trip to Australia 1766 Royal...
Huey P. Newton and Bobby Seale founded the for Self-Defense in October 1966, in Oakland, California. The name was shortened to the later. Stokely Carmicheal, the leader of the Student Non-Violent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) also joined the . The \'s main goals were to end police brutality, and strengthen Black communities through organization...
Beginning in the early 1600's, America received a flood of emigrants seeking religious freedom, an escape from political oppression and economic gains. The emergence of in colonial America can be attributed to the coming about of several institutions and documents. During this time there were governing bodies, which presided over certain colon...
The Holocaust was a devastating event. It will be remembered forever. Statistics are important to learn just how many people perished as result of the Holocaust. But perhaps more shocking than statistics, are the words said by people who experienced the Holocaust first hand. It takes a certain person to survive through this tragic experien...
After Shiloh the South would never smile again. Known originally as the Battle of Pittsburg Landing, The Battle of Shiloh was the bloodiest battle fought in North America up to that time. Pittsburg Landing was an area from where the Yankees planned to attack the Confederates who had moved from Fort Donelson to Co...