In the 1930's most people in America were feeling the impact of the Great Depression due to the crashed economy. During the great depression, most people were facing the challenges of starving and losing their [...]
Yet the way in which the comparison between the Holocaust and the War on Drugs makes the most sense is the fact that mass incarceration for drug-related offenses disproportionally targets one group of population.
The former results were possible with the invention of the wheel, the chariot, and the sailboat, which allowed citizens to make the first trips in history.
Thus, the country's main river occupies a central place in the peculiarities of the culture and development of Egypt. Being a transit region, Egypt also managed to absorb the influence of other areas and enrich [...]
The formation and the development of the police in the United States has a rich, vivid history, and the research problem remains relevant today.
However, their role was forgotten by the emergence of heroes such as Washington and Adams, white men who reformed the country.
The objective of this paper, therefore, is to discuss the topic of the American dream and how both Franklin and Douglass, each exemplify this dream.
The Iranian revolution was largely a resistance that was formed to fight westernization and modernization, which were starting to manifest across the country.
Bradstreet's other dream was to be able to secure a position in the 'New world' and still be seen as a woman who cares for her family.
As such, the school of thought also challenges the notion that Western nationalism is the sole form of the phenomenon. This essay will discuss the dangers of nationalism, as seen from the postcolonial perspective, as [...]
The mystery of the disappearance of the Mayan civilization continues to exist as one of the most intriguing secrets in the history of humanity.
That is why, the historical roots, the cultural influence, the popularity in the future generation, and the peoples attitude, make the simple thing an artifact. The main ingredients of "Coca-Cola" were: the coca leaves, the [...]
Captain Cook was a surveyor in the royal navy and in 1778, he made his first trip to the Hawaiian Islands. The Hawaiians were very hospitable to the captain and his crew.
The initial concern of the British was to provide the region with stability that was supposed to become the fundament of further reorganizational activity.
The issues of bi-culturalism and multiculturalism are the matters which define the Mexican identity, as their culture was based on the perception of the world in accordance with the attitude of the other countries towards [...]
When talking of the Hellenistic Age, it refers to the time period of about 30 years between the death of Alexander the Great and the rise of the Roman Empire under the leadership of Augustus [...]
The subject of the book under study is the historic personality of Adolf Hitler, the person who managed to change the flow of the European history of the twentieth century, the person who caused the [...]
Analyzing the hortative and rich of historical facts of the past century book - "Local People: The Struggle for Civil Rights in Mississippi" written by John Dittmer, it is necessary to mention that it provides [...]
The field of traveling contributed a lot to the development of the major sciences of humanity. The analysis of the achievements and trips peculiarities of two well-known travelers Macro Polo and Cabeza de Vaca underlines [...]
It galvanized the enemy and opponents of the war in both Vietnam and America and led many to question the ethics of the campaigns.
Castro was proud of being a Cuban and he strived to create the Cuban identity. Castro deprived Cubans of the rights to life, liberty, and property.
The Macedonian empire was characterized by a heavy cavalry due to the broad plains of the area that enabled the raising of horses, and the monarchical system of government provided the landholding nobility used to [...]
Just like his father he proved to be a great warrior and led his army to conquer the whole world, at least the world known to the Greeks.
Hence, the analysis of Islamic and Western philosophy proceeds from the analysis of dominant cultural patterns of Western and Eastern civilization and can not be reduced to mere hermeneutics of philosophical texts.
The national rail network allowed the farmers to become part of the national economic recovery that started at the beginning of the Second World War and continued throughout 1960.
The importance of water for Babylonian infrastructure, thus, became leading, influencing the lives of peasants through the necessity of irrigation and the lives of city-dwellers through the integration of water canals into the city's infrastructure.
The primary sources include The Proclamation of Independence, in which the Mujibnagar Government expresses the will of the oppressed people in Pakistan.
The goal of this paper, therefore, is to discuss the manner in which self-directed learning has helped me to understand the topic concerning ancient history in Greece and Rome.
Basically, the Silk Road was the name given to the trade route that existed in Asia and linked East Asia with Central Asia, South Asia and the Mediterranean regions.
The main argument of Diamond's thesis is that historical inequalities between the whites and the New Guineans are not products of biological differences.
Consequently, the formation of alliances and foreign relationships enabled Brandenburg, which was economically weaker to expand to the capital-rich areas of the lower Rhine.
The lack of stability associated with this area and the rise of terrorism observed in the last several decades attract the public attention and give rise to vigorous debates regarding the future of the region [...]
This work is an analysis of Abdul's assignment on the importance of the River Nile to the Ancient Egyptians. This work analyses Abdul's task in terms of the satisfaction of the demands of literacy and [...]
Apparently, the first thing that a Samurai has to struggle with to achieve his true identity is himself and his willingness to live.
The first viewpoint regarding the Spaniards conquest of the Americas on the Aztec Empire is the idea of Jared Diamond that environmental and geographical differences made the Americas lose the battle.
5 In this respect, the arrival of the barbarians and their attacks led to the fall of the Roman Empire's government in the west.
This research paper critically analyses the life of Hitler as the president of Germany and the extent he went to conquer the whole world which he sought to do.
In addition to the oppression by the government, the lack of democracy also triggered the Arab Spring in most of the countries.
Among some of the chief barriers to economic growth and industrialization in Germany after the Napoleonic wars included, breakdown of trade between the states in Germany, interruption of communication between the German states and Germany [...]
The voyages were made in the Caribbean and Central America between 1492 and 1504 following the consent granted to him by the monarch. In the course of his expedition, he discovered and named the Island [...]
The Black cowboys consisted of various groups such as the "Wrangler," who comprised of a common subtype cowboy, whose tasks were specifically riding on horsebacks to guide plowing cattle in the fields.
Signed on February, 6, in 1840, it was supposed to signify the recognition of the rights of the M ori people to own the land of New Zealand, as well as the acceptance of Europe [...]
The medieval age lasted between the fifth and the fifteenth century in Europe and it started with the collapse of the Roman Empire.
However, it is interesting to note that in the case of the Haida and Mi'kmaq in Canada, their cultural celebrations as they are at the present reflect the influences of the colonial powers that subjugated [...]
The paper discusses the life of violinist called Andre Rieu with interest laid on the effects he had in the world and people, qualities of his life and the difficulties he encountered in his life.
Within a short period, Suu had become the leader of the largest revolt in the country. Suu was able to set the right example for the people of Burma.
Written by Joshua Zeitz and published by Three Rivers Press in 2006, the book A Madcap story of sex, style, celebrity and the women who made America modern is a chef-d'oeuvre piece of literature concerning [...]
In this section of the paper, some of the major factors that contributed to the war are going to be divided into three broad areas: The Spanish world domination and the American need to overthrow [...]
Throughout his life he was able to face hurdles which were some kind of a stepping stone towards success, manifested through the empire and legacy that he built with the aim of improving the life [...]
The East usually refers to Asia and the Middle East while the West usually refers to Europe and the American continents. The East views the West with contempt in terms of how the Orient values [...]
Silver mining in Mexico affects the sovereignty of the indigenous people since it denies them the right to manage and control their lands. Silver mining leads to displacement and relocation of the indigenous people.
During the last period of the 19th century all the way to the early 20th century, Europe and America experienced revolutions in communication, transportation and weapons which were very crucial particularly in the manner in [...]
Although researchers propose different views to answer the question, the general impact of the Cultural Revolution on the education in China during the 1960s-1970s can be discussed as negative because of the strong connection of [...]
The answer to this lies in the fact that documentary evidence was required to protect the trades and industries within the country in the event of civil commotion, feudal oppression and general lawlessness.
This began during the civil war in which African Americans stood to fight against prejudice and discrimination. It is undeniable that African Americans have faced many challenges in the U.S.ranging from prejudice to racial discrimination.
Having grown in Al Anan and experienced some of the hardships in the area, Zayed was determined on protecting the environment and the livelihoods of the people.
The problem of women inequality with men had been considered in the society and Jane Cunningham Croly was one of those who wanted to contribute to the movement, and her journalistic activity was that measure.
According to Huffman, the Meiji government developed nationalism in Japan. Furthermore, under the Meiji regime, Japan was able to expand and had a stronger military.
In Res Gestae Divi Augusti, the Roman Emperor Augustus talks about his remarkable achievements and journeys contributing to the welfare of the Romans.
The most featured activities were discovery of clothes through the use of the spinning jenny, the domestication of animals, and the discovery of plantation farming.
The compromise was drafted by Henry Clay a member of the Whig party and he brokered it with the help of Stephen Douglas to avoid civil war and secession.
In a considerate and inspiring participation in the existing argument as regards to the meaning of extensive culture and multiculturalism, Gary Okihiro investigates the importance of Asian Americans in history and civilization.
They also could see how the Native Americans survived and thrived on the diet of fish and roots. In what is today Idaho, they saw that, "The number of dead salmon on the shores & [...]
Both Woolf and Rich agree that education is a means for women to grow, and both agree that it is absolutely the responsibility of women to seek their own education.
He is also the best selling author and he has sold million copies of his books in America and abroad; he was included in the list of the 'ten most fascinating people' by Barbara Walter.
Of course, a hope that the presence of revolution promoted certain changes and made the government to think about the improvement of citizens' lives and wellbeing was inherent to the French.
The national Unity, which portrayed peace among the Egyptian people, was maintained by a central government that had supreme powers and was controlled by the Pharaoh, the only ruler at the time.
The civilization of ancient Egypt happened at the same time Mesopotamian civilization was taking place in other areas in the nations of the Akkadians, Babylonians and the Sumerians. Indeed, religion in ancient Egypt led to [...]
Some thought the history of Africa started with the story of the Europeans in Africa, followed by African historiography. Therefore, it led to the misconception that Africa has no history and created a gap in [...]
The artwork known as the Great Pyramids of Giza is one of the most prominent examples of global historical heritage. The artwork is represented by buildings in the form of pyramids, and the constructions' relationship [...]
Although the Angel Island Immigration Station was often referred to as the "Ellis Island" of the West, the conditions in these sites were very different, and so was the treatment of the arriving immigrants.
The deal doubled the size of the USA, and it also acted as the first move that affirmed that the USA could dominate the North and become a superpower.
However, with the population growth and urbanization, the demands of the citizens began to increase too, and they started to demonstrate their interest in manufacturing and innovations.
I have read his biography by Ann Byers and the three online articles about the influence of his business on the world. Later, Bezos joined the team of the Banker's Trust, quickly rising to the [...]
Armed conflicts and military operations are the primary responsibilities of the commander's mission and the complex issue to examine. The perception of the Vietnamese War in 1969 was torn between the American population and the [...]
In ancient times, leadership in some regions of the world was in the form of Empires and kingdoms that were ruled by Kings and queens.
The Spanish and Vikings were similar in the sense that they were both settlers who managed to explore the American region.
He came to be known as the Butcher of Uganda for the despotic and brutal policies that he followed while he was the President of Uganda during the 1970s.
The Spanish American War started in 1898, and the reason of this conflict was the liberation of Cuba. The war started after Spain's rejection of the American request for the resolution of the Cuban struggle [...]
Martin Luther King and Malcolm X were the two major leaders in the Civil Rights Movement of mid 20th century. Though Malcolm X did not live to achieve his goals, his followers were instrumental in [...]
The book The Shoemaker and the Tea Party by Alfred Young is a biographical essay describing events of the 18th century and life one of the most prominent figures of the American Revolution, George Robert [...]
The family of Fujiwara was one of the most powerful clans in the history of Japan. No matter whether the chief of the clan was in the government or not, he had all the necessary [...]
Kimathi was viewed as a criminal in Britain, as well as among the British settlers in Kenya since he interfered with the colonial rule by demanding for the representation of Africans in the legislative council.
The issues of race and a variety of aspects of equality in all spheres of life are the most important issues in the history of the United States.
Now, the wall does not divide the city, and the remainders of it are covered with art, representing a reminder of the city's history and the freedom that seemed unattainable four decades ago.
The Abbasid period is often described as the Golden Age of Learning in the history of the Islamic world. Apart from that, much attention should be paid to the spread of philosophical ideas and creation [...]
The intentions of Strauss are displayed at once in the title of the book: the author claims to introduce an updated view of the Trojan War to the general public.
Muslims used the word 'Islam' to mean the submission of a community to the authority of another community; it did not mean the spread of their beliefs.
The present is a myriad of events in the past. As a historian, the study of these preserved artifacts is important in knowing about the past.
The Articles of Confederation and the Federal Constitution agreed on the title of "The United States of America" as the official name of the newly united colonies.
First of all, one should mention that the institutions have to be responsible for limiting the power of political leaders. This is one of the tasks that the Roman Senate had to cope with.
Wesley was not like any other minister of the gospel but he was a courageous and spirit-filled minister of the gospel who preached under the anointing of the Holy Spirit, impacting millions of people.
The action evolves around the idea to come about the salvation of Greek people that is hatched by the main heroine of the play Lysistrata who encourages all women of Greece to withhold their marriage [...]
The memorizing capability was very important to him, and it is said that during his early years of acquiring knowledge he committed over three thousand hadithas to his memory.
In 1958 Brown and his band were propelled to the top of the charts by the hit single Try Me and it remained to be the best of Brown's best tracks for a period of [...]
In the 1920s, the United States was facing worrying rates of crime that called for the intervention of the Congress to avert the situation.
The group was against foreign invasion and introduction of Christianity in China.[1] The revolution was also against the partitioning of China. This caused a delay that later on led to the defeat of the boxers [...]
After the continued poor performance in Apple, the CEO was fired and Steve appointed chairman of the board and CEO of Apple.
From the biblical stand, the king was justified to move in the hope that his contributions would bring change in the destined world.
It shows the reason why the issues of the 19th centuries need to be damped to welcome new inventions."The idea of Latin America is a geopolitical manifesto that charts the history of the concept of [...]
In the background of this pressure Alexander took up his campaign to Persia, conquering the people of the country and then taking their wealth and the surviving soldiers to his empire.
The early Greek and Roman cultures were passed down and still influence the modern way of life. Greek's colonization of the Mediterranean region was in the form of extension of the isolated city states.
For example, the struggle for freedom in South Africa is one of the best examples of freedom in Africa so far.
In addition, effects of the war, capturing of Babylonia's cities, and destruction of the Babylon's walls by the Syrians made the situation worse for Babylonia, hence leading to its downfall.
Thus, historical accounts of the events of that time could be highly valuable for understanding the relations between the Natives and the settlers of America.
The three documents - A Spanish view of the Cholula massacre, the Florentine codex, and Tlaxalan noblemen meet Cortex and massacre at Cholula - cover the events that took place in the Mexican city of [...]
In Common Sense, Thomas Paine adopted an informal tone to influence his audience; in the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson adopted a formal manner to express his thoughts.
Princess Diana was one of the first members of the royal family to expose the truth about her relationships with the Queen and the Prince and her personal affairs.
Although terrorism was already a renowned international threat in the 1970s, security during this event was not strong enough to prevent the invasion of the Olympic village by the Palestinian extremists.
Athens and Sparta were two critical poleis of the Archaic Age of Greece; they were inherently similar but different in many ways.
The initial religion of ancient Egypt was to realize the Gods in the form of birds and beasts. With the beginning of agriculture, the Egyptians became more dependent on nature, so they started to revere [...]
The paper will start with an overview of the prerequisites for Indian liberation following the role of the Indian Independence Act.
Rome's civilization revolves around the provisions of Rome's culture in shaping the aspects of the progression of the various parts of Roman society's political, economic, and social structure.
Andrew Jackson was the 7th president of the United States of America, inaugurated in 1829, and keeping the office to himself until 1837.
The reason why Bill Simms left his master's home was the willingness of his relatives to receive a wealthy heritage, which may lead to the murder of all the slaves.
The psychology of a leader is the psychology of a winner. One such example is one of the early leaders of the civil rights movement, American investigative journalist Ida Bell Wells-Barnett, who, thanks to her [...]
As part of the discourse on Snowden's social responsibility, one of the central themes of the essay is to determine the moral background of the government's actions in collecting personal data.
The Dominican Republic, a nation of the West Indies, occupies two-thirds of Hispaniola, the largest island in the Greater Antilles of the Caribbean Sea.
This paper will explore the causes of the Great Depression, the measures implemented within the New Deal, Cold War tensions, and the changes to the American society by the civil rights movement.
The article states that Nancy Ward's actions come from her understanding of changes that Cherokee had to face, and her will to adapt to the changes rather than commit to American Patriotism or Cherokee nationalism.