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The United States’ initial Constitution, the Articles of Confederation, was approved in 1781. According to Matthew Bunch’s article “The Revolutionary Spirit of the Articles of Confederation,” the Articles of Confederation were not a complete failure. Despite being frequently criticized as a weak and ineffective system of government, it is essential...
Introduction Hate speech has been debated for many years, particularly regarding whether it should be allowed in the United States. Those in favor of allowing hate speech argue that it is protected by the First Amendment and is a form of free speech. However, the harm caused by hate speech...
Gladiators in ancient Rome were living lives that were unpredictable and dangerous regularly. The viewer gets a glimpse of the harshness of a gladiator’s life and the cultural significance of the events in the Colosseum through the documentary “Colosseum: Rome’s Arena of Death.” Gladiators were persons who, at the time,...
Introduction By the middle of the 20th century, anti-racist activists began their activities in order to fight racial discrimination and stop segregation, which led to the emergence of the Civil Rights Movement. Even though it is argued that it failed to eliminate the systematic oppression altogether, many of the subsequent...
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...
Reflecting on indentured servitude, I envision young European men and women who committed to years of labor in exchange for passage to the colonies. These individuals were often impoverished and had limited opportunities in their home countries, making the prospect of a fresh start appealing (Lawson, 2018). Nevertheless, their journey...
The Cold War was a significant period in global history and has massively shaped the current state of affairs in the world. Before this class, I had blurry ideas about the conflict and how this period has shaped the balance of power in the world, and how it influences current...
Introduction History offers the required perspective to comprehend how previous events have shaped current affairs. This research paper investigates the historical backdrop of globalization and NAFTA. The goal is to answer the study question, “What is the most important historical event that may have given rise to present globalization?” Today’s...
The Indian Removal Act of 1830 has implications for Native Americans in the present day. This Act was a crucial component of President Andrew Jackson’s Indian Policy, permitting the U.S. government to forcibly remove Native American tribes from their traditional homelands and relocate them to places west of the Mississippi...
Introduction The walk on Selma that occurred in Alabama in March 1965 was a critical Black History event for the United States as it directly impacted the achievement of equal rights for African-Americans. In a series of events across the Selma and Montgomery areas, civil rights activists persevered in their...
Summary Examining political interactions in the global arena provides substantial evidence for the further analysis of key successes and mistakes. Thus, opportunities for avoiding similar issues and reinforcing chances for future improvements in international relations can be pursued. In his book, “The Cold War: A New History,” John Gaddis sheds...
The Renaissance was a period of renewed interest in cultural and scientific advancement in Europe in the 15th century. During this time, society investigated the functioning of the natural surroundings via scientific inquiry. The Renaissance was characterized by a great deal of innovation and scientific innovation, but it was additionally...
A successful economic strategy known as mercantilism, which flourished in Great Britain during the 16th and 18th centuries, aims to boost a country’s riches through exporting. Between 1640 and 1660, while mercantilism was at its height, the nation reaped its grandest rewards (British Parliament 1660). At that time, conventional economic...
Introduction Primary and secondary sources’ narratives might be comparable because they give details about historical occurrences. Nevertheless, the manner in which the information is delivered might vary considerably. While secondary sources frequently offer an interpretation and analysis of primary ones, and they frequently give a more direct and detailed account...
Introduction Luther sought to reform the Catholic Church and bring light to its wrongdoings. The Catholic Church’s practice of selling indulgences incensed and repulsed him. The beginning of Pettegree’s book depicts biography details of Luther, the origins of the Reformation, and the development of Luther’s unshakable faith in God’s ultimate...
Introduction The progressive era between 1880 and to early 1900s is among the most significant periods in the history of the United States. The era was marked by massive political, social and economic reforms that have affected the region’s governance and development. The reforms were affected by various progressive and...
Introduction Women have been indispensable in medicine and healing for centuries, yet their contributions are often overlooked or undervalued. From serving as midwives to nursing wounded soldiers, women have used their compassion and skills to care for the sick and injured. However, despite their importance, women healers have faced numerous...
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 activity of populists and progressives intensified in the late 19th and early 20th, as the aftermath of the Gilded Age. During this time, although there was significant economic growth, the American population faced increased injustice and ignorance from the wealthiest part of the population. The resistance movement received its...
Benito Mussolini came to power by capturing Rome and getting the parliament to give him power voluntarily. During the first years of his leadership, he was engaged in eliminating the opposition throughout the country. The old morality was declared a bourgeois relic, and the new one consisted of the complete...
Introduction Xi Jinping’s hunger is primarily motivated by his desire to increase the country’s influence, power, and presence in the global context. Such could be achieved through his reforms to fully centralize control and make China a great nation (Gueorguiev, 2018). He seeks to facilitate China’s dream of complete independence...
Introduction In the speech “Four Freedoms,” Franklin Roosevelt outlined four major goals to reach global freedoms in speech, worship, and the absence of want and fear. These ideas remain relevant today as the United States and other countries continue developing. One particular issue is freedom of speech in new digital...
Author Katrina Jagodinsky is a historian whose academic interests concentrate on American Indian studies and history, and the writer expresses her appreciation of Native authors’ nonfiction and fictional works. Jagodinsky’s scholarly contributions include her reports in such journals as American Indian Quarterly and Western Legal History. Thesis Katrina Jagodinsky’s Legal...
Introduction Many goals are sought by the reading Navigating World History: Historians Create a Global Past. It argues for global history’s conceptual viability, traces world-historical thought’s development, summarizes recent global historical discoveries and connects them to tendencies across various subjects, and proposes objectives, methodologies, and conceptual frameworks for potential world...
The Great Compromise of 1787 was a monumental moment in United States history. It silenced some of the debates between the States and brought about the creation of the United States Senate. The Virginia Plan and New Jersey Plan resolutions created this democratic compromise. The Virginia Plan was proposed by...
Introduction The place of women in politics was a controversial topic in the nineteenth century. Although women could vote in some states in the late 1700s and early 1800s, their rights were later revoked due to the perceived lack of financial contribution to society (Wayne, 2020). In the 1840s, the...
In June 1812, hostilities began between America and England, fought with varying success around the U.S.-Canadian border, the Chesapeake, and the Gulf of Mexico. Indians participated in the conflict on both sides. During the Napoleonic Wars, the United States and Great Britain fought in the Anglo-American War of 1812-1815 (Dudley,...
There exists a certain number of factors that contributed to the U.S.’s entry into World War I. Despite much debate about the necessity of this action, the concomitant factors make it unavoidable. Any bad consequences of the decision to take part in the war are justified and compensated by some...
The Topic The topic I chose to explore involves the origins of St. Valentine’s Day. More specifically, it involved researching modern-day St. Valentine’s Day and its original festival, Lupercalia. The topic was chosen to see the differences between Roman and modern-day interpretations of the day and research the roots of...
Introduction The slave-owning way could not lead any country to success and prosperity because it was based on people’s suffering. Such regimes constantly disintegrated under the onslaught of external or internal factors. The Haitian Revolution led precisely to such consequences, marking the country’s new history. Therefore, it is essential to...
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 Term ‘Cold War’ The Cold War was a significant period in global history and has massively shaped the current state of affairs in the world. Before this class, I had blurry ideas about the conflict and how this period has shaped the balance of power in the world, and...
Introduction Haiti has a long history of political instability and violence, especially after its independence in 1804. The country has faced numerous coups, civil wars, and political assassinations, making it difficult for any government to establish a stable and functioning state (Stieber, 2022). The present essay aims to identify the...
One of the most important turning points in the history of the United States of America was the American Revolution. When applauding our fellow citizens’ military accomplishments, we should remember how costly such victories were to acquire. Veterans of the conflict devoted their lives to battle and for noble causes....
Allen, D. W. (2019). Establishing economic property rights by giving away an empire. The Journal of Law and Economics, 62(2), 251-280. Web. This source by Allen (2019), discusses the concept of economic property rights and how they can be established through the process of empire-building. The article examines the historical...
Introduction There are many historical examples where people have manifested their citizenship and protested against injustice. Due to their multiplicity and resilience, many have been able to transform not only their lives but the lives of the entire city or country. Examples of civil disobedience include the Salt March and...
Operation Geronimo (OG), also known as Neptune Spear, was a military operation conducted by the U.S. in Pakistan and formally authorized by President Obama twelve years ago. The military operation revolved around capturing/defeating Osama Bin Laden. Resulting in the killing of the world’s most famous Islamic terrorist, OG is sometimes...
The United States is built by a multitude of communities stemming from entirely different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Native Americans are the original inhabitants of America, whose families lived in close-knit communities focused on satisfying the essential needs of their members (Cohen, 2015). Despite their distance from the new arrivals,...
Until 1865, people of African origin were enslaved in the United States, particularly in the southern jurisdictions; this period is known as African-American history. Millions of Africans were forcefully transported to the Americas to work on sugar plantations during the transatlantic slave trade, and enslavement was legalized and institutionalized in...
Introduction The United States government adopted a program of mandatory assimilation of Native Americans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Native Americans were forcibly removed from their original homes and relocated to reservations, where they were prohibited from practicing their cultural practices or speaking their native languages. The...
Eric Lane Martin’s essay describes his view of world history. This viewpoint shows that politics is involved. He proves this by citing historians’ research questions, tools, and critical thinking methods. The text’s statement about using world history to understand September 11th is the most direct evidence. According to Martin (2005),...
The year 1979 was very harsh and life-changing for the history of Iran. This event caused the fall of the country’s monarchy. It was affected by social and economic pressures, with the root cause being predominantly nationalistic. The revolution would later be known as the aftermath of civil unrest. The...
Barcelona and Georgia have a long, rich history that is still visible in the historical sites throughout the two locations. From ancient cathedrals to sprawling plantations, these sites offer an opportunity to explore the past and learn more about the culture, society, and people of Barcelona and Georgia. By examining...
There is a claim that from 1941 to 1980, fundamental changes took place in American society, which contributed to a change in the position of African Americans. It is worth noting that this historical period is filled with various political events that had a direct impact on the transformation of...
The Cold War is defined as an open though restricted rivalry between the Soviet Union, the United States, and their allies. Although it developed after World War II, the roots of The Cold War were in Western allies’ repeated delays in providing help and opening a European second front. The...
Barack Obama, who won the election in 2008, became a genuinely iconic US president. He was the first African American to be nominated for the presidency of the United States by one of the two major parties and the first black president in the national history of heads of state...
Introduction World War I and II have always been regarded as the most devastating times in history, destroying millions of lives and leaving the survivors without homes and families, who struggled through poverty and hunger. Both periods are characterized by the growing tension and rise of such movements as fascism...
The Vietnam War was vital for America in 1968 because the events shocked all Americans. As a result, resistance to aggression only increased. The bitterness of the parties grew, and the war turned into mutual destruction. The United States spent a lot of effort to achieve its goals in the...
Introduction Roman Empire was one of the largest geopolitical entities of its time. The reasons for its collapse are numerous, with various sources and parties throughout history citing one or several as the predominant reason for its collapse. Christian sources, such as the edicts and memoirs of Pope Gregory I,...
Long after World War I and the Great Migration, the impact of these events on modern history and US politics is hard to underestimate. People were willing to make great sacrifices to get the freedom they had long dreamed of and therefore sought a better life elsewhere where their work...
Introduction It is important to note that the Civil War of 1861 was one of the most critical turning points in U.S. history, which fundamentally changed the direction the nation has been taking since then. The diversion of viewpoints between the North and the South reached the culmination manifested in...
Introduction Religious upsurge in the last third of the 20th century was preceded by the conviction, shared by authoritative representatives of the world of science, politics, and the Church, that Christianity was going through the deepest crisis in its history. The historical fate of religion and religious institutions in the...
Introduction People were abducted from the African continent throughout the 17th and 18th centuries and sold into slavery by plantation owners in the newly established American colonies. Generally, slaves were not allowed to learn how to read and write; they were also not allowed to travel around freely. Many slave...
Introduction In Worlds Together, Worlds Apart, Adelman, et al. (2021) theorize history as a global movement. According to the authors, all people were of African origin and only later adapted to external circumstances, forming separate communities and cultures. Therefore, all people have a common background, and humanity’s history must be...
Introduction The Cold War, while being a notion highlighting geopolitical tension rather than direct aggression, was the phenomenon that impacted the current world. Namely, two great world powers, the United States and the Soviet Union were both interested in having the most significant influence on global nations. However, the differences...
Residents of the Antebellum South provided various arguments for proclaiming slavery a humane and effective institution. From the humanist perspective, proponents of slavery depicted it as a cultural exchange beneficial for African Americans. For instance, John C. Calhoun, an ardent defender of slavery, claimed that slavery improved the Black race...
Introduction Colonialism manifested itself during the colonial period, when Africans were evicted from their native countries, boarded European ships, and transported to other countries as a source of labor. The central colonizing countries were Portugal, France, Spanish and British empires. It is essential to note that people were needed to...
Introduction The United States has undergone tremendous economic changes seventy years after World War II. More specifically, President Eisenhower played a critical role in ensuring Americans experienced new levels of prosperity compared to other parts of the world. He put measures such as low taxes and public spending in place,...
The Indonesian mass killings of 1965-66 represent a complex and multifaceted event in the country’s history, the full origin of which can only be understood by looking at the local and global contexts in which it occurred. The massacre, estimated to have claimed 500,000 and over a million lives, was...
The Roman Empire, one of the most powerful civilizations throughout antiquity, initially rose to power through their military conquests in the Mediterranean region and then their ability to govern vast tracts of land. However, their mighty status was not meant to last – a multitude of factors resulted in its...
Introduction The Holocaust in Hungary presents an in-depth factual account of one of the bloodiest and most successful extermination campaigns in human history. After Nazi Germany acquired control of Hungary at the end of World War II, Jewish people were rounded up at an unprecedented rate and sent to Auschwitz...
Introduction Primary Research Question The primary research question is, “Can the lessons people learn from the Great Depression be effective in solving future economic downturns?” The topic focuses on the Great Depression and other historical events like COVID-19 and the Russian invasion of Ukraine that have had significant impacts on...
Cesaire contends that Europe is to blame for both “the proletariat problem and the colonial problem,” that is, for making the world into its slaves and for assuming political dominance over it, he underlines that these are distinct facets of the same political struggle and history (Balandier 23) A rebellion...
In the decades preceding the American Civil War, geography played a crucial role in dividing the Nation. As a result of economic competition, geography, and climate, Northern and Southern states became geographically and climatically distinct. Historically, national boundaries were determined primarily by physical and human geography. One side is more...
Overview Frederick Douglass has become a character of many historical books, but David Walker has found a new approach to this tragic and inspiring topic. Walker’s prose is interactive and adorned with plenty of illustrations, allowing the readers to immerse in Douglass’ story. The illustrations are shocking, forcing the reader...
Residential schools in Canada were an extensive education program established by the government incoherent with the administered churches. This program was created in the late 1800s by the Canadian government in an effort to assimilate Indigenous people into the dominant culture (Miller, 2012). These were times when the world was...
Introduction The United States passed a long way to become today’s world giant. The country had to struggle to strengthen its global position with the help of colonial policy, though the ambiguous legacy of such decisions re-echoes now. Thus, various factors, including economic, strategic, and ideological, shaped American imperialism in...
The Civil War was a brutal American conflict dating back to 1861 – 1865 that revolved around slavery and freedom. The shots of Fort Sumter, a small South Carolina Island, marked the beginning of the Civil War. The bloodiest conflict in American history was inevitable because the differences in human...
Political geography is a great explanatory and exploratory tool for understanding fundamental patterns and changes in human history. For example, it may show the interlinkages between spatial relations of one place and its political and economic significance for the whole country. In general, US history may be understood through the...
Introduction Independence contains many of the most important and valuable things for a person and the state. As for every person, a citizen of their country, Independence is the principal value. Independence lies in freedom – freedom of action, freedom of speech, and freedom of movement. Everyone is given a...
The American Civil War remains one of the greatest military conflicts occurring in the U.S., its implications having been instrumental for the further advancement of the concepts of human rights and democracy. Fueled by the necessity to abolish slavery as the most atrocious and despicable practice, the Civil War led...
During his lifetime, John Brown was severely despised by some and regarded as a hero by others. While Southerners were frightened by the brutality he used to attain his goals, reformers who supported the abolition of slavery applauded his acts as being vital to destroy the system. Others, such as...
In the era of traders, the vast land area and rich natural resources created many economic opportunities. Most people lived in rural areas and were engaged in agriculture or handicrafts (Sellers, 1994). The government aimed to develop agriculture, industry, transport and global trade. Thus, the expansion of domestic infrastructure contributed...
The formation of the United States was followed by several key events, including the confrontation between the American colonists and the British and the replacement of the Articles of Confederation with the Constitution. First, in the eighteenth century, the British Parliament that enacted laws for their colonies, did not have...
The article “In Han Dynasty China, Bisexuality Was the Norm,” by Sarah Prager, is an accessible, non-judgmental take on how bisexuality was viewed in ancient China. It is a well-written article with sources that are relevant to her argument. The piece is accessible for the reader and does not carry...
History in the first half of the XIX century is the history of American and Spanish expansion. The annexation of new territories was accompanied by the expansion of the borders of the state. The issues of territorial expansion and the formation of the state border are closely related and can...
The victims of the comfort women issue are the women who were forced into sexual servitude by the Japanese military during World War II. The perpetrators are the Japanese soldiers and military officials who abducted and raped these women (Soh 47). The Japanese government has never officially acknowledged or taken...
White Southerners are thriving members of the society living in the Southern parts of the USA. Typical white southerners were yeomen who cultivated small portions of land and earned a living from subsistence farming. A considerable percentage of the white people living in the south owned land between fifty and...
The United States sought to break free from British rule, severing emotional and political ties with the reigning monarchy after the long- and short-term disagreements over intellectual, economic, and political ideals. This paper analyzes the primary motivators that promoted America’s founding fathers to secure self-rule and sustain the US political...
Introduction In June 1812, Napoleon’s army invaded Russia, and the United States declared war on Great Britain, an ally of the Russian Empire. In Russia and the United States, the wars of 1812 have long been considered events that seriously influenced the development trajectories of both states. Russia declared itself...
This essay will cover the broad changes in the newly-born state after the American Revolution. The aim is to trace the major political, economic, and social changes that determined the further evolution of the nation. The critical junctures throughout the period from the 1790s to the 1840s will be outlined...
Sacrifice is always at the center of the most famous tales of heroism. The explanation is that sacrifice requires endurance, loyalty, or commitment to difficult situations to reach one’s aspirations (Weller et al.). Most selfless acts are performed not for personal advantage but rather for the benefit of others. An...
Introduction The Roman Empire is considered one of the most significant societies due to its stability and peaceful co-existence between the rulers and the subjects. Roman society did not exert much power and force on the governed as modern states do. The implicit partnership formed by Augustus between the senatorial...
Introduction Black women in the 1970s encountered various prejudices, which the black feminist movement sought to end. Maya Angelou’s Interviews with Black Scholar is instrumental in understanding some of the challenges Black women experienced. The conversation provides insight into different topics such as Black women, racism, and feminism. Conversation with...
Several years after the estimated date when Rome fell, the empire remains legendary and historically famous for its civilization in the military, political, and social institutions. Scholars and other historians justify the unsustainable challenges that promoted the empire’s fall. However, philosophical deconstructions of the socio-political challenges before and after Rome...
Introduction The break of the Eastern Roman Empire from the old Empire was characterized by several social, cultural, and economic changes. It has been argued that although the territory demonstrated some shifts from the old order, some elements continued to exist. The deviation from worshipping the old Roman gods and...
The most surprising fact about the Medieval Ages when it comes to women’s position in society is relative inconsistency. It is common for modern people to imagine Medieval society as savage and strict regarding gender division when women were ‘sold off into marriage’. It is true that the position of...
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...
Introduction During a war or a conflict between countries, there is a set goal for why soldiers are sent to battlegrounds and commit to fighting until they get a victory. For instance, the objectives can be motivated by either ideological or material gains. Nations have fought before due to disputes...
The United States of America is a multi-ethnic and multicultural country and home to many migrants. The country’s history has been marked by some of the complexities that it has created. One example is the desire of people to have equal rights with Native Americans. The Latin American Farmers’ Movement...
Introduction Operation Anaconda was a military operation in Afghanistan that aimed to root out enemy troops. The process took place in early March 2002, intending to eliminate Taliban and al Qaeda forces that had gathered in Shahikot Valley. The U.S. commanders incorporated a complex battle plan involving a “hammer and...
“Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass” is an account of life in slavery written by Frederick Douglass, who experienced all the horrors of that time firsthand. It is considered the most famous of several novels written by formerly enslaved people during the same period. “Narrative of the Life of...
Introduction The complex history of the United States is characterized by different events, racial dynamics, and conflicts. Modern scholars can rely on most of the available structures, infrastructure systems, and monuments to learn more about the country’s past. The famous Braddock Road has been neglected and forgotten for the past...
The Seven Years’ War ended with the victory of the British over the French and the natives and, thus, secured ownership of almost all of North America east of the Mississippi River. Great Britain, Spain, and France signed the Paris Peace Treaty, ending the Seven Years’ War, known in America...
Many masters did not provide a comfortable life for their slaves. Black people were often exploited and sold into slavery in the American South. Kevin Irvin (2020) states that about 76.1% of the southern population were non-slaveholders. Americans at one time firmly believed that they could completely control their slaves...
Article Review The article “Samothrace, the sanctuary of the Great Gods and its mysteries” was written by Georges Roux in 1981. Through a thorough reading of this article, it is clear that it focuses on the history of Samothrace, mainly on the sanctuary of the Greats Gods and the mysteries...
Introduction Analyzing Martin Luther King’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail,” it is possible to state that this work is highly credible, trustworthy, and persuasive. In this letter, using various strategies, Dr. King tries to convince his audience explaining to readers why Blacks’ non-violent demonstrations for civil right are essential (Marshall, 2016)....
A person whom another individual owns is called an enslaved person. They follow their masters’ instructions strictly. The fact that African Americans were taken captive and brought to America as enslaved gave them an unfair start in the country. Enslaved people received different treatment and living circumstances than ordinary Americans....
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....
Introduction The years from 1865 to 1912 were the time of radical reforms in the United States. After the end of the Civil War, it was necessary not only to eliminate the former authorities in the South, replacing them with new ones, but also to break the laws, institutions, and...
The topic of my research is the effectiveness and contribution of the 1807 Bill in the fight against slavery. My own perspectives and opinions might greatly impact the topic I chose and how I may approach studying it. First of all, I am sure that slavery was one of the...
Introduction People have different views about America, which are impacted by varied experiences. America is mainly viewed as a land of opportunities, hard work, and freedom, and where family values are upheld. Another essential aspect of America is respect for war veterans who fight for the country. This research paper...
Learning about American society’s life in a certain historical period can significantly improve understanding of the causes of key changes in the nation’s history. Politics, culture, and economics are closely related to each other and, to a large extent, determine the systems of values in society. Thus, exploration of American...
In Sanlucar de Barrameda, the Atlantic ports of Spain, armadas of ships raise their sails and, leaving the harbors, head west. Caravels, brigantines, and galleons are coming into the sea rapidly and without hesitation. In essence, they are small vessels, but to contemporaries, they seem vast and powerful. Indeed, these...
Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr’s duel is one of the most renowned in American history. The two political adversaries met on a dueling site in Weehawken, New Jersey, on July 11, 1804 (History Education, 2011). Hamilton’s shot was intentionally or unintentionally high. Burr’s bullet penetrated Hamilton’s liver and stuck in...
Introduction The American Revolutionary War was one of the most significant historical events in the history of the US. Namely, the war for independence has established the country as a sovereign entity from the perspective of national and international affairs. As a result, the 13 colonies escaped British rule by...
Introduction Poland is a country located in Central Europe. It has a long history, dating back to the early Middle Ages. Poland was first united as a country in the 10th century and became a powerful kingdom in the 14th and 15th centuries. It was ruled by a series of...
Introduction Virginia became a Royal Colony after being a failing colony established by the Virginia Company to make money for its stockholders. The document provides instructions from the East Anglian Puritans to William Berkeley, the first royal Governor, who governed in 1639. The colony was in a state of disarray...
Dutch colonialism in Indonesia is a paradox; it is at once very sophisticated and extraordinarily brutal, just as a modern nation-state must be. As the movie Max Havelaar demonstrates, Dutch colonialism in Indonesia was not brutal because of the Dutch themselves but due to their colonial policies. Kartini’s letters speak...
Introduction The second third of the 19th century is one of the key stages in the historical development of the United States. Achieving excellent power status is impossible without expansion, which is a high road to world recognition. The general rule, however, is that such a rise is not a...
Introduction Geography and migrations played a critical role in American politics, economics, and society from the end of the Reconstruction era throughout the 1980s. The Reconstruction, which lasted from 1865 to 1877, describes a historic period that marks endeavors by the US to integrate the freed Blacks into their sociopolitical...
Introduction The case study regarding Russia evaluates Crimea’s annexation by Russia and the early stages of combat operations and political mobilization in Eastern Ukraine. The case study also assesses the approach by Russia and draws inferences from its intentions, and examines the likelihood of such a method being used again...
Introduction There are different meanings of words in the field of racial prejudice, which includes systematic racism, liberation, social justice, white privilege, and institutional racism. Therefore, this paper has demystified the meaning of such words in a bid to have a better comprehension of African-American predicaments since slavery. Additionally, this...
Introduction The selected primary source from ancient Greece is the Oath written by Hippocrates, one of history’s earliest legally enforceable documents. The historical document has long been regarded as the pinnacle of medical ethics (Indla and Radhika). Hippocrates’ followers had to take an oath to the Greek pantheon’s Gods of...
In 1994, a horrific event took place in Rwanda where large numbers of people were massacred during the Rwandan Civil War. The act targeted the Tutsi – a minority group in the country. The Hutu militias killed approximately 600,000 individuals within a period of 100 days (Meierhenrich, 2020). The conflict...
Introduction Fascism is a political system that became prominent in Europe in the 20th century. In the left-right political spectrum, fascism is mainly categorized as a far-right ideology. However, this definition has a problem because the most uniting factor of the right is free markets and limited government. Fascism is...
The Declaration of Independence is a list of grievances against the English king, and it broke the political ties between Great Britain and the American colonies. The document set the principles and ideas that form a fair and just government. On the other hand, the Constitution outlined how the new...
The 1846-1848 Mexico-American War was the first invasion of a foreign land by the United States. It was a one-sided victorious fight where a militarily and politically divided and unprepared Mexico was defeated by the American expansionists. Further, the conflict led to the US taking new territories: the west in...
Introduction At the start of the 20th century, changes to the role of women in a society raised expectations for improvement. The reformers anticipated finding a solution to the issue of women being underrepresented within the workforce and the inequality of in the society. They want better working conditions and...
“Wakefield” is a short story by Nathaniel Hawthorne that was first published in 1835. It describes the non-trivial life of Mr. Wakefield, who leaves his wife of twenty years to live on a nearby street. From time to time, Wakefield comes to the street where his wife lives, but some...
In 1968, dissatisfaction with the existing order of things spread to various social strata and took the forms of student unrest, workers’ strikes, guerrilla wars, and national liberation revolutions. The Cold War had already split the world, and the foundations of both socialist and capitalist states were shaken overnight. Today,...
Summary The main aim of the assignment is to review the historical records of the Quakers’ settlement, one of the settlements from Colonial Pennsylvania and the Delaware River Valley. The ten annotated materials are primary sources in proper Turabian bibliography form not found in Albion’s Seed, explaining the Swedish settlement...
Japanese American internment refers to the forced relocation of numerous Japanese Americans to detention camps by the United States Government during World War II. The occurrence marked the culmination of discriminatory actions against Asian immigrants by the federal government initiated during the late 1800s. Despite a lack of adequate evidence,...
Introduction The presidency of Franklin Roosevelt fell during a challenging period in American and world history. At first, the President was tasked with leading the country out of the Great Depression, and then the United States was involved in the Second World War. However, Roosevelt believed that the economic difficulties...
Introduction The Enlightenment was an intellectual movement in the eighteenth century. The principles of Enlightenment had a significant impact on social and political development in Georgia, and while they did not last long, they left an enduring legacy in terms of philanthropy. The Founding Father ideology is a philosophical idea...
Introduction The period of industrialization in the United States of America in the 19th century was marked by an array of systematic changes in social, economic, legislative, and political domains, ultimately changing society’s standards. In particular, due to the migration of newly emerged workers from rural agricultural areas to industrial...
Introduction One of the most contentious eras in American history is the turn of the 20th century. In his book Murdering McKinley: The Making of Theodore Roosevelt’s America, Eric Rauchway delves into the specifics of the disaster that took place on September 6, 1901 (Rauchway 2007). As a result, the...
Introduction On my site visit, I went to Avila Adobe on Olvera Street, Los Angeles, California. The site is the oldest residential building in Los Angeles and carries the history of the Anglo-Americans and Mexicans migrating into the region. The building is open for the public to visit from 9:00...
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...
People in America strongly felt domestic economic reforms were necessary at the start of the 20th century. The progressive movement was born in reaction to this need, and its goal was to hold the government more accountable for society. This essay will examine the working circumstances of employees prior to...
The American Revolution The American Revolution was caused by the colonial opposition to British attempts to establish significant control over the colonies and ensure that they compensated the crown for its protection during the French and Indian War. More specifically, one of the main causes of this event was a...
Creating a Research Question As part of future research work, the study of the issue of slavery and its abolition in the early nineteenth century was chosen. Personal assumptions, beliefs, and values played a unique role in this process. Hence, I believe that slavery was one of the most challenging...
A group of insurgent medieval lords persuaded King John of England to accept a long list of demands in 1215, which became known as the Great Charter, or Magna Carta in Latin. This feudal treaty served as a significant source of guidance for the founders of America when they drafted...
Introduction It is no secret that the Civil War was the most high-profile and important event in American history. During a certain period, contradictions emerged between the North and the South that could not be resolved through negotiations and voting. In addition, this event, in a sense, became a symbol...
Introduction In the late 19th century, many changes happened within America. This was an era of rapid growth leading to industrialization, immigration, and urbanization. However, before the transformation, most Americans lived a simple life in which they made their necessities and grew their food. The essay examines the relationships between...
Introduction Relations between the US and the Middle East remained tense for a long time due to different policies, religions, and world views. Before the Civil War, the Middle East posed a severe security threat to the United States (Cleveland and Bunton 2018, 143). The foreign policy of the United...
Africana study is a multidisciplinary field based on the experience of both Africans and people of African descent within North America. The introduction of Black studies in the 1960s was influenced by the demands of Civil Rights and Black movements (Anderson & Stewart, 2007). During this period, college and university...
Introduction The colonists who revolted against British monarchical rule were Patriots or Whigs. Their uprising was founded on republicanism, a social and political theory that opposed inherited power and the concepts of a monarchy and an aristocracy. Instead, the philosophy’s primary principles were liberty and inalienable human rights. The conceptual...
Introduction The ancient Chinese are accountable for several contributions and inventions to the world. Chinese dynasties were hereditary monarchical governments in their early time, and they comprised both those formed by Han and its predecessor and non-Han people. The ancient Chinese dynasties were the Shang, Zhou, Qin, and Han. The...
Introduction All nations have had their different ways in which they came to gain independence. The United States came to be as an outcome of acts of heroism, military rebellion, clashes between countries, and civil conflict. The revolution of the United States had an impact on the country’s history, from...
Introduction American society underwent a significant transformation from the 1790s through the 1840s. During these years, there was rapid geographical and economic growth, the spread of democracy and political revivalism, the formation of the first labor and reform groups, the rise of industry, and substantial changes in the position and...
Introduction The growth of America has been significantly influenced by religion throughout its history. The primary motivation for colonial America before its establishment was the desire to practice for the sake of religious freedom. The term Great Awakening typically alludes to a religious revival, particularly in Protestant cultures (Tracy, 2018)....
Introduction The American revolutionary war secured the country’s independence from the British colony. It created a newly unified nation on the North American continent. Improved trade relations and new businesses got opened after the insurgence. Previously, commercialism was the main type of economy and prevented a free economy. Existence after...
Introduction Frederick Douglass was a formerly enslaved person who became an activist, novelist, and public speaker. He rose to prominence in the abolitionist movement, which worked to end slavery, both before and during the Civil War. He advocated for equality and human rights after the war and the Emancipation Proclamation...
Introduction. Relevant Dates During the Cold War The 1940s The Cold War began in 1945 after the United States dropped atomic bombs on Japan at Hiroshima and Nagasaki on August 6 and 9. Berlin blockade and airlift (June 1948 to September 1949), and the USSR tested the first nuclear weapon...
The nineteenth century in the history of the United States is, first of all, the century of the frontier. The frontier was called the border of the settlement of Americans, as well as the areas adjacent to this border that had not yet been settled by a white man. The...
The slave trade and slavery left behind a peculiar trace – the poisonous fruit of racism and discrimination, which still affects people of African descent. Frederick Douglas was one of the most influential writers about American slavery as he experienced the hard times himself. He was born in 1818 and...
Introduction William Lloyd Garrison and Frederick Douglass were two of the most important figures in the American abolition movement. In “To the Public,” Garrison calls for an immediate end to slavery, while in “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” Douglass criticizes the way American freedom is celebrated...
Introduction The seven-year war became the most important event in North America in 18c. The battle was vital as it aligned the colonial power worldwide. It also became a global contest between the five continents and the European nations. Britain got a chance to rise to the world’s predominant colonial...
Introduction The theme of independence is one of the fundamental themes in American history. Recently, it has been very actively developed by Russian American scientists. Special attention is paid to the people who made the transition of the United States from a colony to a state possible. A huge amount...
