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Introduction Slavery refers to a situation whereby an individual is owned by another individual and is sometimes denied some of his rights. Slavery was mainly practiced in ancient years. Examples of the empires which practiced the trade include Rome and Ottoman. This research will shed light on how slavery was...
Thesis statement The mass migration of Irish women in the post-famine period was reasoned by numerous factors. Originally, these were the wishes of personal and economic education, which could not be achieved in the circumstances of traditional Irish society. It is claimed that women were migrating looking for a better...
In Latin America, the cold war that started in 1947 officially had far-reaching implications. The “containment” policy theorized by the Truman doctrine that regarded the US as part and parcel of the Western Bloc that was also referred to as the “free world” that was the total opposite of the...
The Irish “Potato Famine” is known as the most abhorrent and the most deplorable tragedy in history. The catastrophic number of deaths, which led to the immigration process, absorbed the entire country resembling the black hole. The reasons for the calamity arising from the extreme shortage of harvests propelled the...
Introduction The history of Greece may begin with its geographical and climatic conditions that established the social and cultural norms of the people; it is also the major factor in defining the traditions and the mentality of the Greeks. The age of the Greek culture was marked by enormous achievements...
The evolvement of monarchy is important to understanding British civilization because the monarchical system has been adopted for several centuries and has been defining, variably, the sociological and political life in the country. This paper is going to examine one particular reign: that of Queen Victoria (1837-1901) a monarch who,...
Hellenistic culture is the hybrid Greek culture that comprises of cultural aspects like Diadochi, Ptolemy one Soter, Cassander, and Lysimachus kingdoms that symbolize the Zenith of Greek influence in the ancient times between 323 and 146 BC. The move from classical Greek to Hellenistic culture was a result of a...
Introduction Comparing historical phenomena, sometimes a particular dimension for comparison might occur, through which these phenomena can be assessed in perspective, different than the one initially apparent. In that regard, analyzing such historical phenomena as the Crusade and Ku Klux Klan, it can be seen that there are dimensions for...
Introductory paragraph The history of the Five Civilized Tribes has for a long time seemed quite heartrending to American historians. Instead of upholding the kind of savagery that was highly expected from these native tribes during the civilization period, the southeastern Native American Indians almost eagerly embraced many of the...
Introduction The ancient Greece nation faced unprecedented strife and discord among its City-States in the periods leading to the outbreak of Peloponnesian conflict. This state of affairs elicited fear and skepticism among those states that stood to lose influence such as, those states that formed the Peloponnesian league led by...
It would be difficult to understand the evolution of present-day governments without consulting the ideas of Hobbes, Locke and Rousseau. These men paved the way for future political thinkers and revolutionaries to break free from age-old traditions of monarchy and establish a new political order where the individual is supreme...
To Cuban exiles, Cuba – prior to the mid-1950’s iconic Cuban Revolution – was a paradise, one of the most successful and advanced countries in Latin American. To others, it was a hellhole, a bastion for U.S. mob activity, the brothel and playground of the Western hemisphere, an island inhabited...
Although the history of Guarani before 1511 has not been thoroughly explored, it is widely believed by many historians that these people have lived in South America since prehistoric times. Guarani cannot be called a tribe, it would be better to say that they are people, who have common cultural...
The Salem witch trial – is a court trial in New England in 1692 in the settlements of Salem village and Salem town, in the state of Massachusetts. On the charges of witchcraft (“witch hunt”) 19 people were hung, 1 person was crushed by stones and from 175 to 200...
Introduction The United States of America was a huge wilderness area in the early 18th century and while a few cities along the coast had been populated, the interior parts of the country were largely unknown. Much before the Go The United States of America was a huge wilderness area...
The last fifty years are defined and understood by some researchers (Dunababin, p. 3) as the post-imperial age characterized by strong state power and the rise of new conflicts. The first is the strong nationalist movement in countries that have been the object of political domination or economic exploitation by...
Minotaur was a creature found in Crete Island, and the creature as legend has it was half-man on one part, half-bull on the other. It was used by famous King Minos to torture and slaughter foreigners from Athens as a result of the death of his son Andreous. The inhabitants...
Enlightenment is an imperative term of political philosophy that urges the application of intellect and logic in order to discover truth and reality from natural and social phenomena. It seeks its roots in liberalism which aims to get the man free from the clutches of fear, slavery, and ignorance. It...
Thesis Canada, better known for its scientific knowledge rather than military prowess, pursued a moderate anti-communist policy during the Cold War while aiding struggling countries and promoting peace in the world arena. The cold war which began in the 1940s between America and the then USSR dragged on till the...
Introduction Thucydides tells a detailed account of the Peloponnesian War, a major military conflict between Greek Powers. At the source of this war lies the conflict around Corcyra, an emerging naval power. After defeating Corinth’s fleet in a dispute over their shared colony of Epidamnus, it established itself as a...
Introduction Human history presents numerous ideas, concepts, philosophies, and thoughts that have the potential to influence nations and governments across the world. The idea of learning from the past is an evidence-based practice that has moved America forward. The legal, moral, economic, political, and social achievements experienced in the United...
The USA earned its independence from British rule in the eighteenth century. The new country was based on democratic principles where people’s rights were respected and exercised to a considerable extent. However, the democratic aspirations of Americans were rather compromised as millions of people were deprived of basic rights. Slavery...
Between 300 BCE and 300 CE, the Han and Roman empires were hegemons of the opposite ends of the Eurasian continent (Tingor et al. 298). However, due to the considerable remoteness, they had rather scarce information about each other. Although the Romans expanded their holdings to the east and the...
The article by Hope describes the perception of death during the era of the Roman battles, as well as controversial nuances in relation to this issue. According to the author, the concept of dichotomy may be applied when soldiers and civilians followed two types of behavior regarding funeral ceremonies and...
In historical time, slavery in Africa had various forms which sometimes did not correspond to the concept of slavery adopted in the rest of the world. However, in the middle of the 15th century, Europeans began to establish trade for African captives. Such a stage was devastating for Africa but...
Though implying accuracy and requiring factual information, the world of science is full of legends and has unique mythology that coexists with the foundations of contemporary science (Numbers and Kampourakis 11). Isaac Newton’s biography and the scientific revolution that his discoveries led to (Berkun 4) are the domains that are...
What is the broad historical significance of Silla’s unification of the Korean peninsula? The early settlers of South Korea were organized into three tribes namely Pyonhan, Chinhan, Mahan. Chinhan was located central to the Peninsula while Mahan was southwest and Southeast for the Pyonhan kingdom. They were unified by the...
How did Toyotomi Hideyoshi’s domestic policies change the basic structures of society at the time? Toyotomi Hideyoshi is regarded as one of the heroic men in Japan’s history. Despite being born from a peasant family, he rose to the limelight after he destroyed the Asian clan of Omi in 1573...
When Roosevelt took over as president of the United States in 1933, he initially did not look favorably upon large federal bureaucracies and expansive government programs and spending (Leuchtenberg 52). In that regard, he shared the values of his predecessor Herbert Hoover, who maintained his stance that government assistance would...
Since childhood, we have lived to hear the phrase “The American Dream” and as an individual, I wonder whether this can be attainable or it is just a perception in our minds. The American dream has for long been deliberated and one just hopes of its existence (Samuel 45). Though...
The Articles of the Confederation (1781-1789) preceded the New Constitution of the US ratified in 1789. Although the two documents have some commonalities, they differ in many respects. One significant similarity was that both documents sought to establish a democracy, not a monarchy or aristocracy (Goldfield et al., 2013). Further,...
Introduction While focusing on such questions as racism and violence, it is possible to state that these issues are still relevant to American society even though they were discussed and almost resolved in the 1960s. Martin Luther King wrote his “Letter from a Birmingham Jail” in 1963 while being imprisoned...
Description According to Pliny, Italy was famous for its wine. Wine can be used for various purposes, including medicinal ones, such as what he calls the heating effect of wine on the human body. Pliny also mentions that Alexander the Great called wine the earth’s blood, pointing to the fact...
Introduction The Communist Revolution in the East Asia region took place between the 1930s and 1940s (Meisner 2). It is a period that was characterized by acts of heroism and enhanced unity of the communities that took part in the revolution amidst the injustices that marred the uprising. However, one...
Introduction When Jules Ferry was the Prime Minister of France, the state began colonial expansion. In a debate with the French Parliament, Ferry defended the decision to expand as a right and a moral duty of a higher race over lower races. Certain developments in the world trade made the...
The article under discussion analyzed and explained the notion of the “Needham puzzle.” The puzzle is about China’s growth and evolution: its tempo, its perspective, and the reason why China failed to become the country of the industrial revolution, although the capability of its evolution and growth was high even...
Introduction The Renaissance is one of the turning points in the history of the development of the world. This era changed the direction and pace of human progress. Such processes significantly affected European countries. Life of regular people, as well as of aristocracy, became different and more resembling the life...
Introduction The National Archives contain numerous founding documents of America. One of them is the Bill of Rights, a list of amendments to the Constitution (“The Bill of Rights: How did it happen,” 2017). As can be seen in Figure 1, the Bill of Rights contains ten amendments ratified by...
The colonization of North America continent has a turbulent and contradictory history. For more than three centuries the seekers for new lands, better life and adventures had explored the continent brought dramatic changes into lives of indigenous Indian people. French and English colonists were among those Europeans who influenced the...
Introduction Malcolm X and Anne Moody are well-known African American activists who fought against racism in the United States in the 20th century. Their actions had a significant impact on the state of racial problems in the U.S. Both of them wrote autobiographic works, which may provide insights into their...
Introduction There are numerous examples from the history of humanity that evidence the overwhelming impact outstanding persons had on the further evolution of society. They contributed to the development of various nations, enlarging territories, creating important social institutions, and altering the structure of society to produce the new environment beneficial...
Introduction Maoism, as defined by Rapp (p. 32), refers to teachings derived from one of Chinese’s most renowned political leader. The leader referred to here is Mao Zedong. The man lived between 1893 and 1976. Individuals who believe in Mao’s teachings and theories about politics and life in general are...
William Lloyd Garrison made a significant contribution to the anti-slavery movement through his idealism. Being one of the most notable leaders of the abolitionist movement, Garrison has been portrayed differently by many scholars. Several pieces of literature claim that he made a minor contribution to the abolitionist movement, while others...
Introduction One of the longest periods in the political history of the 20th century is the Cold War between the alliance of the Western countries and the Soviet Union. The latter was politically and ideologically separated from the rest of the world with the Iron Curtain. This phrase was first...
Introduction Even though the conservatives in historic America believed in the culture of a centralized system of governance, federalists and their associated allies believed in a system of effective citizen representation in all decision-making levels of governance. After a series of debates, arguments, and counter-arguments, the United States of America...
Statistics indicate that the total population of the United States of America stood at 106,021,537 in 1920 (University of Virginia Library 1). Statistics indicate that quite a good number of people born outside the US composed the population of the time because of immigration from other countries. In fact, the...
Thomas Jefferson was one of the representatives in the United States General Congress who authored the Declaration of Independence. Jefferson was from Virginia. The declaration represented the wishes, the will, and the hope of the people. This was a unanimous declaration by thirteen states. Jefferson is considered one of the...
Introduction The women’s movement can be considered as a platform that transformed the women’s lives in the long-run. There were so many changes that accompanied this movement. The main reason why the women during this time engaged in the formation of this movement was to fight for their rights in...
In 1762 when Cuba was re-conquered by Spain, this society began to experience a series of economic, administrative, and political changes. This paper is aimed at examining the effects produced by the reforms that were carried out by the Spanish government in order to improve the defensive capabilities of Cuba....
“Watershed” Moments In the period between 1960 and 1990 there were multiple moments in the American history that changed the flow of human life drastically and created important impacts on the being of the whole world. The changes caused by these moments were permanent and they influenced not only the...
During the second half of the eighteenth century, the tensions between American colonists and the British government intensified because the Parliament did not want to delegate some of its authorities to the local people who believed that they had been excluded from the political life. Overall, the nature of this...
Introduction Langston Hughes was a Black American born in 1901. He was popularly known for his art that incorporated poetry, prose, autobiography, drama and essay writing. Hughes focused on highlighting existing stereotypes, which rendered Blacks vulnerable to discrimination. Even though he had the political inclination, he failed to publicly declare...
Introduction Many historians believe that the Cold War was a major conflict between the two nations. The Cold War emerged after the end of the Second World War. The Post-War Tension between the United States and the Soviet Union lasted for several decades. This tension resulted in numerous rivalries and...
Abstract Malcolm X was a renowned African American nationalist who contributed heavily to the final freedom of blacks from discrimination and racism. He demonstrated that freedom and inclusivity are the gifts that mankind must realize to enjoy life. Despite the troubled youth, Malcolm X’s contribution as an adult climaxed in...
Introduction The impact of science and technology in the modern world can be viewed from two perspectives. Firstly, the world has largely benefited in various ways through advancements that have added value to life. On the other hand, advancements in science and technology have negative the y affected the world...
The period of the 1930s in the Soviet Union is one of the most controversial historical eras in which consequences and results influenced the further development of the country. This period is associated with the figure of the CPSU leader Iosif Stalin and with the Great Terror and a lot...
Migration as a Defining Force in American Society America is often called the country of immigrants. While it is true that immigration processes largely impacted American life, these are migrations within the country that shaped its politics and society. At the same time, adopted policies influenced the movement of people...
Introduction The history of the development of human civilization may be analyzed in the context of the influence exerted by the empires of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai due to their role in trade and socio-cultural interactions. These mighty kingdoms demonstrated dominance over the trans-Saharan trade routes, which aided in the...
Introduction It is important to note that Asia has always hosted one of the largest, wealthiest, and most powerful empires throughout history. However, the Industrial Revolution was the key turning point when Europe was able to supersede Asia and subjugate its nations. The given analysis will focus on a comparative...
Introduction The Vietnam War (1955-1975) was the last direct US military campaign against an external invader in other lands. The military campaign lasted more than a decade and changed the world’s political, economic, social, and cultural map. This paper aims to analyze the impact of the Vietnam War on the...
Introduction The Jose Flores interview is informative and reveals essential information about how the New Deal of the 1930s influenced the country’s politics and positively affected the social and economic situation. Introduced by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in response to the Great Depression, the New Deal became a major program...
Introduction The Haitian Revolution significantly impacted the country’s economy and future development. In the position of the French colony, the country’s economy prospered thanks to foreign investments and the colonizer’s political connections. The colony had many agricultural plantations, which specialized in growing tobacco, indigo, and sugar at different times. After...
Summary In this discussion, I will examine Liu Xiang’s Biographies of Exemplary Women. Investigating the biographies of Huang E, Bo Ji, and Mencius’ Mother from Liu Xiang’s work may help us gain a fuller comprehension of the idea of exemplary women in ancient China. Through this investigation, we learn more...
Progressive Efforts to Address Child Labor: Strategies and Outcomes The problem of child labor played a significant role in American culture from 1890 to 1920. In order to work long hours in dangerous environments like factories, mines, and mills, young children—some as young as six years old—were forced to forgo...
Introduction and Thesis “Battle’s Hard Aftermath” by Steven Cowie is the scholarly historical periodical Civil War Times article selected for analysis in this work. In this paper, Cowie mainly focuses on the aftermath of the Battle of Antietam, which destroyed the houses and fields of Sharpsburg residents and cost several...
Introduction In his work Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, Gibbon presents a compelling argument suggesting that Christianity played a significant role in Rome’s decline. It is defined by shifting society’s focus from disciplined warfare to a more urban lifestyle. While this perspective is valid, an alternative viewpoint contends...
Introduction Women as a minority group in the United States is one of the most contentious social topics in American history. Essentially, the controversy is stirred by the blur in how the public understands the term minority. Generally, a minority group has less power, privilege, rights, and access to opportunities...
Introduction: Quetzalcoatl in Mesoamerican Mythology Quetzalcoatl, known as the Feathered Serpent, is one of the most prominent and complex deities in Mesoamerican mythology, embodying a blend of earthly and divine attributes. His name, derived from the Nahuatl language, combines “quetzalli,” denoting the resplendent feathers of the quetzal bird, and “coatl,”...
Introduction Alexander the Great is one of the most iconic and recognizable personalities in world history, and he has earned fame for his heroic actions and generosity skills. This conqueror expanded the known modernity of the world, making his conquests during military campaigns, to which territories can be included from...
Introduction In his article, Kyle (2003) investigates one of the most disputable questions about Athens and Sparta, their political and sporting rivalry, and the role of women, or, in fact, one woman, in these processes. The author analyzes the victory of Kyniska of Sparta in the Olympics from the point...
Introduction The Civil Rights Movement and Reconstruction were the most defining periods in American history. They sought to address one issue: racial injustice in the US. The analysis will focus on how the Civil Rights Movement was a natural continuation of the Reconstruction since it achieved what was not done...
Introduction The struggle for women’s rights in the United States has been a long and arduous journey, filled with countless remarkable figures whose tireless efforts have paved the way for progress. Among them, Gloria Steinem, a renowned writer, journalist, feminist, and social-political activist, has been a pillar of strength and...
Go Deeper The Hindu nationalist movement has a reasonably long history, as it originated in the middle of the twentieth century. Jones and James define this movement as “a contemporary movement with religious, cultural, and political aspects, oriented towards the creation of a Hindu state in India and a monolithic...
Introduction By the turn of the millennium, the Eastern Empire was at its height. The start of the so-called Golden Era, which lasted from 867 to 1025, came with the succession to the throne of Basil I, who had assassinated Emperor Michael III. This period did not last very long...
The relationship between Ireland and England has been controversial in Irish historiography. Two scholars who have contributed significantly to this debate are Goddard Orpen and Eoin MacNeill, whose works—”Ireland under the Normans, 1169-1333″ and “Early Medieval Ireland: A Scholarship for Politics or a Politics of Scholarship?” respectively, offer contrasting perspectives...
Introduction In the 20th century, R.G. LeTourneau was a revolutionary businessman and developer of heavy machinery. His inventive innovations and persistent work ethic revolutionized the engineering and construction sector, for which he was renowned. His life was influenced by his adherence to his convictions and connection with God. His interactions...
The one force that drives modernity most inescapably is globalization. As a result, the nation-states’ political and economic power, as well as their political imperatives, were weakened. Globalization thus prevails in this world over free will, citizenship, and nation-states, as the latter is no longer relevant. Concepts like citizenship, which...
The horrific act of enslaving African people and forcefully transporting them to the Americas is known as the transatlantic slave trade. For centuries, African people were enslaved and shipped in cramped and poorly ventilated ships to the Americas to work on plantations and in households. The slave trade had a...
Background Unlike conventional history, historical research comprehensively emphasizes patterns that cut across geographical divides. World history places a strong focus on how civilizations collaborate. It contrasts various global growth patterns in ages where such connectivity is scarce. International antiquity emphasizes cultures that interacted and influenced one another in real life...
The British authority and their legislation are dangerous and harmful to the colonists’ welfare. This is not only due to the factors of financial hardship but poor governance that results in injustice and violence that permeates the entire nation. The British crown neglected the demands and needs of the American...
WWI: Homefront and Mobilization for War In 1917, President Woodrow Wilson urged Congress to declare war on Germany. The entry of America into the war directly impacted the homefront as it elicited national debate on the country’s military preparedness and justification. As a result, the government employed various tactics to...
The Hardhat Riot by Kuhn entailed an account of the 1970 dispute between citizens dissenting against the unending war between Southeast Asia and New York City construction workers. Four days after the Kent State tragedy, violence erupted on May 8, 1970. Kuhn, a profound writer for C.B.S. news, RealClearPolitics, and...
Over time, change is an inevitable aspect of society. Specifically, America witnessed drastic societal revitalization from the 1790s to 1840s regarding politics, economics, and social and geographical alteration. These changes were influenced by various factors that have since inculcated the American civilization. For example, the Missouri crisis influenced America’s politics...
The 1920s was a decade of contradiction in the United States of America since the country was experiencing a period of great prosperity and progress. On the other hand, there was a lot of social and political turmoil. The Roaring Twenties was a time of economic growth and technological innovation....
Research Question: Why is Galileo the central figure of the scientific Revolution? Thesis: Galileo Galilei is the hero of modern science after pioneering the experimental scientific method, making important astronomical discoveries, and developing critical scientific ideas and theories that influenced the Scientific Revolution in the 17th century. Brooks, Christopher David....
It is important to note that the theory and its key assumption behind The Declaration of Independence of the United States from England were based on the Laws of Nature and God. The purpose of the writing of the document was to declare the colonial states of America independent. The...
Introduction Most challenges in the USA were encountered in the 18th century. This was when the nation struggled for independence and freedom from European colonial rule. Americans’ role in the revolution was also characterized by the great awakening, whereby the protestants questioned the church leadership. The patriots helped in the...
Introduction The myths of the Greek people have widely developed the cycle of legends about the Trojan War. Their subsequent popularity was explained by a close connection with the centuries-old enmity of the Hellenes and their opponents from countries located on the territory of modern Asia. The arena of the...
It is possible to distinguish several periods in the history of the United States characterized by marked manifestations of unity and division. This country’s history includes various determinative historical events such as revolutions, wars, and crises. A significant number of historical processes in the United States are related to internal...
The article “What we get wrong about ‘a city on a hill’” by Daniel Rogers for Washington Post discusses how the notion of American moral supremacy appeared in the common discourse. Special attention is given to the metaphor “city on a hill,” which was allegedly coined by Gov. John Winthrop...
Alexander the Great remains one of the widely studied heroes of the ancient world. His conquests and territorial pursuits led to the defeat of the Persian Empire and the subsequent establishment of the Hellenistic world. Through his leadership, Alexander expanded Macedon to become one of the greatest empires of his...
Introduction The question of women’s status, place, and role in the family and society has attracted attention for a long time. The female movement is women’s struggle for equal rights with men in economic, socio-political, and cultural spheres and their participation in the general political competition. Women’s suffrage must be...
Introduction In 1519, Herman Cortes decided to adventure into the Mexican interior in search of gold rumored to exist on the American mainland. Together with his crew of eleven ships and five hundred men, they headed to Mexico and conquered the Aztecs in 1521 to claim the Aztec empire in...
The book Bound for Glory is an autobiography of the American singer-songwriter Woody Guthrie. The book chronicles Guthrie’s life, beginning with his childhood in Oklahoma and Texas, and ending with his move to California in the late 1940s. In between, the book details Guthrie’s travels across the United States as...
Introduction Gender and sexuality have played an important role in shaping different aspects of society and human life throughout the United States’ history. It is important to explore this topic to understand how binary systems and gender roles affect the distribution of power and opportunities for different social groups. The...
Colonialism is a significant period in the history of humanity, the study of which remains essential. In this context, the best perspective on life in a colony can only be given by a person who was raised in it, like Franz Fanon, a famous psychiatrist and philosopher. Born in the...
Introduction The two most influential empires that helped to shape the ancient world on European land were Greece and Makedonia. The expansion of these civilizations has had a lasting and considerable impact on the formation of modern cultures and nationalities in Europe. Though the two empires were historically closely interrelated,...
The 18th century entered the history of culture as the age of the Enlightenment. Recent scientific advances, especially the discoveries of J. Newton and J. Locke, prompted philosophers, scientists, and writers to reconsider the former picture of the world radically. The eighteenth century radically changed European thought and brought significant...
Sayeeda Sakina, or Sukaina bint Husayn, was a 4-year-old daughter of Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of the great Islamic Prophet Muhammad. Her biography is tightly connected with the battle of Karbala, the great event which became the point of the schism of the Muslims into the Sunni and Shi’a...
The Salem Witch Trials of 1692 were caused by the Puritans’ strict religious standards and their refusal to accept anything that did not conform to their interpretation of the Bible. Salem, a community in Massachusetts that Puritans mainly populated, was the location of the most extensive record of witch trials...
Introduction The heritage of the Byzantine Empire is one of the most valuable and significant in world history. People of that time created unique art pieces and architectural constructions, implemented new religious beliefs and introduced the unfamiliar before political structure. Although Greco-Roman traditions were the main inspirations for many Byzantine...
Introduction The events of the Trojan War are connected with various myths, and historians have tried to distinguish the truth from fiction for many centuries. Homer’s variant of war history is used as the source of historically accurate facts, a biased position. Barry Strauss’ position on the Trojan War is...
Empire intrigues, dynasty conflicts, aspiration, money, and American concerns influenced the American Revolution. Conflicting ambitions between America and Great Britain, between American states, between households, and between people helped to develop it. During the American Revolutionary Warfare, the Americans in the thirteen territories created sovereign nations and defeated the British...
When it comes to the Civil War’s outcomes, these were monumental: the establishment of a stronger federal government, validation of the United States’ single political entity, and, evidently, freedom for millions of enslaved African Americans. In terms of the latter, the rights of newly liberated people were sought to be...
A Japanese naval vessel attacked the USS Indianapolis in 1945 in the Pacific Ocean. Almost 1,000 sailors were tossed into the ocean, wherein they remained undiscovered from the Navy for approximately four days, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of men when they entered the water (Stanton 3). The sailors...
Introduction East Asia is a region comprised of several countries whose histories go beyond 1 BC. Over the centuries, these nations have been associated with great leaders whose progressive governance strategies led to their success. Their achievements influenced a wide range of social and political areas, such as constitutionalism, governance,...
Introduction Currently, people have many freedoms that were inaccessible to residents of the past centuries. One of these is the right to vote, especially regarding religious views. If in modern society, every person, regardless of gender and position, can preach any religion, then in the seventeenth century, everything was completely...
The Civil War was a key and defining moment in U.S. history. The results of the war were far more significant than a straightforward Union victory. It affected the moral, political, and social fabric of the United States. These changes impacted every citizen of the country and impacted society throughout...
The arrival of the Pilgrims to the shores of the future United States of America has been viewed as a turning point in the history of the U.S. Although the colony established by the Pilgrims was not the first or the largest on the land of the New World, it...
The colonial era in early American history is known for the two groups of individuals in terms of their political views, patriots, and loyalists. The latter were people who supported the idea of remaining as a part of the British Empire (Leaverton 2021). On the other hand, the former was...
Introduction Many ideas and principles inspired the founding fathers in the creation of the US Constitution, including the French Revolution, the Greek model of democracy, the works of Locke, and other philosophers, as Beliles and Anderson explain. Religion was also one of these essential parts, as it is generally believed....
Introduction The Great Depression was an intense global economic downturn resulting from a stock market crash. This period significantly devastated the United States economy leading to the failure of several banks, a rise in unemployment rates, a collapse of international trade, soared deflation, as well as a rise in homelessness....
For more than three decades, Ashoka has supported leading social enterprises throughout the world. Through its formidable network, the organization has more than 3,500 fellows, over 250 change institutions globally, spans in more than 90 countries, and has more than 300 partners (Ashoka.org, n.d.). Ashoka’s social venture is a good...
The Mongols were typical nomads; the only work they knew was that of a watchman, a shepherd of countless herds that moved across the Asian expanse from north to south and back, depending on the seasons. The riches of the nomad are all with him, all in reality: these are...
Beginning in Sicily and expanding to France, Germany, Italy, and the Austrian Empire. The 1848 Revolutions were a series of republican uprisings against the European monarchy. They all ultimately failed and repression, with liberals becoming increasingly disillusioned. However, this historical period involves several important events, personalities, and countries, allowing for...
Martin Luther King is an excellent example of a leader who managed to change the world in a positive way and highly influenced society’s perspective on racism. He is known for his encouraging and memorable speeches that inspired black people to keep fighting for their rights and freedom. King spoke...
Introduction Frederick Douglass is one of the most central figures in the history of America and Black people. His books, where he truthfully described his and his people’s hardships and adversities, sold many copies. The main focus of these books was to expose the hard truth that was his reality...
The American Revolutionary War, also referred to as the American War of Independence, was a war from 1775 to 1783 between Britain and its colonies established in North America. In many ways, it changed the world’s balance of power and defined the course of future history. This war can be...
Even though both wars of the twentieth century caused irreparable damage to most of the population, they had a particularly positive impact on the situation of women and minorities. The wars changed the lives of many of them, and in some cases, it was a change for the better. Women...
A deep symbolic image for some and a questionable faceless wall for others – the Vietnam Veterans Memorial has become controversial since the layout was accepted. Partially, this happened because the subject of the Vietnam War itself was sensitive and painful for the public. In addition, the modernist and symbolic...
Culture and technology are constantly at the stage of development and improvement; moreover, they are interconnected. With the advent of technology, many spheres of society have changed, and popular culture has not been spared. Under the yoke of constant innovation, the latter had to adapt to new realities. In addition,...
Attitudes Toward School and Conflicts with Teachers Albert Einstein is arguably one of the most famous scientists in physics of the twentieth century. During his short biography, he revolutionized the way people think about science. He is recognized as the greatest theoretical physicist who ever lived. Countless discoveries were made...
Introducing Colonization: Where is the Third World? The colonization of Algeria by the French forces started with the invasion of 1830, and it ended with the declaration of independence in 1962. The French authority spent the next seventy years reining in the Algerians before finally becoming the undisputed leaders of...
The history of the United States is full of significant and pivotal events, and the Civil War is among them. The 4-year warfare resulted in a single political entity of the US, created a more powerful federal government, and brought freedom for many enslaved Americans and others. However, it is...
Introduction Thucydides Highlighted the Erosion of Both Ethical Standards and Strategic Rationality in a Democratic System Engaged in a Protracted War against a Hated Adversary. Does That Classical Insight Apply to the United States as the War against Japan Unfolded from 1941-1945? There is hardly any ancient Greek intellectual respected...
Roosevelt is a perfect example of a democratic leader who sees and understands the population’s needs and makes everything possible to meet their requirements. He emphasizes the importance of each individual and sends the message that due to their actions and active participation in the life of the well-being of...
The second presidential term of Abraham Lincoln began after the end of the American Civil War. However, although the North united was able to defeat the Confederacy of the Southern States, the country was in a difficult position in many respects, from social to economic. Blacks freed by the Emancipation...
Contents of the 19th Amendment The 19th amendment was a bill that sought to secure equal rights for women’s involvement in the democratic process in the United States. The bill aimed at ensuring that women could get involved in voting for leaders and deciding the nation’s future. Specifically, the 19th...
Introduction Leadership is a crucial part of every society, influenced by personal attitudes, traits, and experiences. Leadership is demonstrated at various levels, with each level requiring a set quality of leadership. Some leaders are shaped by their experiences from childhood, relationships, and personal ambitions. It is also possible to find...
Introduction A rock star is a person recognized as a celebrity, especially in inspiring fanatical admiration. Stephen Hawking is termed as a rock star because he is the best-known scientist internationally. He is also astronomy’s most improbable rock star with smart brains caught in a weak body and a worldwide...
At the end of the fifteenth century, the Spanish navigator Christopher Columbus, with his expedition, reached North America’s shores, mistakenly believing that he had arrived in India. It was the beginning of the era of the discovery, development, and research of America. However, some researchers consider this date inaccurate, insisting...
The Topic In the essay Danger in the Convent, O’Toole aims to analyze how the rumors and accusations circulated around the convent of Saint-Claras reflected the racial hierarchy of the local colonial society. At the beginning of 1674, “troubling rumors began to circulate throughout the city of Trujillo on the...
The relations between the Europeans and the Native Americans during the 18th century were a normal incidence both in the colonial frontiers and in English, French, and Spanish cities throughout the American continent. At the time, the northern-based Six Nations, or the Iroquois Confederacy, was one of the most powerful...
The last two decades of the Cold War are filled with many political controversies in the inner policies of the United States. Within the span of sixteen years, America was dominated by both Democratic and Republican parties, yet, the general policy has remained surprisingly the same regardless of the presidential...
Introduction The Cold War is a period in world history from 1946 to 1989, characterized by the confrontation of two economic and political superpowers, the USSR and the United States. Both countries aspired to world domination and the status of the most mighty power in the world. The United States’...
The world community most often perceives Canada as one of the most peaceful and peacemaking countries in the world, which has no violence, terrible mistakes, and hatred in its history. However, digging into the facts reveals that Canada has its dark marks in history. One of these marks, or rather...
Source Importance The October Crisis was inspired by the Liberation Front of Quebec (Front de Liberation du Québec, abbreviated as FLQ), a left-wing group that emerged in the early 1960s. Today, despite the polarity of assessments of the terrorist activities of the FLQ-ists – from categorical condemnation to the glorification...
By the eve of the Civil War, the American economy was still transitioning. In the 1800s, what was considered a purely agricultural economy was still in its initial stages, courtesy of the industrial revolution. With the industrial revolution, the United States quickly became one of the forces to be reckoned...
The nineteenth century was a defining one for the democracy of the United States since it involved a variety of events, which ultimately shaped the country’s laws, attitudes, rights of the citizens. Today, every person living in the United States still experiences the influence of the nineteenth century on their...
The revolution is typically dated around 1870 and 1914, albeit some of its characteristics can be traced back to the 1850s (Zhang 146). It is, nonetheless, evident that the quick pace of path-breaking innovations dialed back in 1825 and later in the last third of the century. This essay will...
At around 1,000 B.C., Greece accumulated significant knowledge from nearby empires and invented a new type of settlement. Polis referred to an independent city-state governed by a set of laws instead of the king’s decisions (Hunt et al. 42). In my opinion, compared to the previous forms of reign, a...
The French revolution took place to change the monarchy and take control of the government due to poor economic and political policies that existed. The monarchy had lacked dynastic legitimacy; thus, republicans demanded a regime based on popular sovereignty. Further, France had undergone international humiliation hence the need for revolution...
Slavery is a state in which another powerful man denies freedom to some people. Enslaved people were mostly transported to provide labour to European countries overseas. In this case, they were considered to belong to someone else. In some communities, enslaved humans were considered movable and transported to other countries...
I believe that Herodotus had a valid opinion on how influential some of the Egyptian customs have been to the Greeks. For instance, Egyptians had the same type of social hierarchy, with the upper class of land and slave owners and the lower class with limited rights. Some religious similarities...
Introduction Witchcraft hunts and trials have always been a subject of interest for historians, primarily due to the religious beliefs and attitudes towards the supernatural typical of the studied periods that they reflected. However, these events provide the scholars with much information on various phenomena of all life spheres: political,...
Introduction The United States of America gained its independence in the second half of the eighteenth century and developed rapidly. The purchase of new territories was one of the factors that contributed to the geographic and economic growth of the new country (Turner, 2016). The Louisiana purchase that took place...
Martin Luther King, Jr. is the most well-known defender of black Americans’ civil rights. He was born on the 15th of January, 1929, in the family of a Baptist minister in Atlanta. King grew up at the time when segregation laws were seen and accepted as a norm by the...
Introduction At the end of World War II, it seemed that humanity had already lived through the major horrors of violent conflict and could at least temporarily enter a phase of calm. However, the problems that emerged during that war were not fully resolved and instead became deeply entrenched: this...
The development of technology and warfare are interrelated processes that are based on the expansion of knowledge. Although the printing press was invented after the first cannons and fortresses, it had a significant impact on the subsequent development of military projects. The printing press and expansion of knowledge have allowed...
Sayeda Sakina (also known as Sukayna bint Husayn) was the daughter of Prophet Mohamed’s grandson, Husayn ibn Ali. She is an important figure in the Islamic narrative. She was born in 56 AH and died between 60-61 AH at the hands of Yazid I. Her story is intricately related to...
