History Essays

The Gilded Age is one of the major periods of massive growth which influenced millions from the European continent. During that era, railroads were considered as the key industrial sector, however, mining, manufacturing plant as well as labor unions also gained substantial values during those decades.

The overall objective of the U.S foreign policy was to stop communism and did not change noticeably from one doctrine to another. Only the costs and the intensity changed. Although a number of doctrines were articulated, they are just variations on the prime “containment” policy or the Truman Doctrine.

When do democratic mechanisms increase political risks to waging war? Democratic process is multi-dimensional in its scope and is inherently linked to the wider expectations and collective will of the masses. Democratic states are therefore constrained by their political and constitutional paradigms to evolve ways for peaceful resolution of conflicts.

After receiving the message from Allah, Mohammed began to pray only secretly and converted his family. However, when Allah commanded Mohammed to preach publically and spread the word of Islam, the people of his town, Mecca, began inciting hatred towards the Muslims, although a few converted (von Sivers, Desnoyers & Stow 300-322).

It involves the promotion of the privileges of disadvantaged groups. Effectiveness of affirmative action Affirmative action improves employment and educational opportunities for minorities. Through affirmative action, enrolment of women and minority groups in both skilled and unskilled jobs has increased tremendously.

My uncle called Mr. Haskins who is a sociologist narrated to me how American life was in 1983. At the time, my uncle was 21 years old. Being born in America. This paper records answers to questions I addressed to Mr. Haskins and the relevant contrast and comparison to American life today when am 20 years old.

According to the research findings, it can, therefore, be said that the ‘war on terror’, as comprised of a set of overarching policies and policy goals, has certainly improved the American citizens’ degree of security, at least in terms that considerably impeded the terrorist activities both at home and abroad.

The Olympic Games have transformed into greatest sporting events. The origin of the Olympic Games is traced back in 776 BC. The game began at Olympia. The Greek calendar on which the game traces its roots was based on the Olympiad. This was the four-year interval between games. The venue of the game was the wooded valley of Olympia in Elis.

Electoral democracy must not include detailed provisions for protecting the rights of the minorities, nor does it need the absence of special domains of power, like those of the clergy and their concept of valyi al-faqih in Iran or Turkey’s military. On the other hand, liberal democracy is made up of many provisions for defending minorities against the tyranny of the majority.

Several scholars and international analysts have explored some of the intentions as to why United States invaded Iraq, even without UN approval, yet US is a UN member state.  One of the most debated reasons for 2003 invasion was to revenge against Iraq following the Washington’s September 11 bombing.

Anna Eleanor Roosevelt was born on October 11, 1884, the daughter of Elliott Roosevelt and Anna Hall. Eleanor Roosevelt is commonly remembered as the wife of Franklin Delano Roosevelt (also known as FDR), but to those who know her more closely through her private and public life, she is more than the usual president’s wife in the background.

In this sense, history is synonymous with determinism to a large extent, because later events are most likely the inevitable results of some antecedent events. Along the same line of reasoning, later ideas of great importance are either the direct or indirect result of earlier ideas, of which many examples can be found.

He was then elected into parliament as a Conservative coalition-unionist in December 1918. Mosley’s political career was largely successful until 1931. In November 1920, he opposed the British government’s policy on Ireland independence. Mosley received immense publicity due to his critique of government troop’s reprisals and atrocities against Ireland.

Primary sources are used in the earth of history education; many scholars have written their effectiveness. It makes students understand more about historical knowledge. This was important in hicks, Doolittle, and lee’s (2004) investigation on the importance of the primary sources in history lessons. This has made us learn more and understand classwork with an understanding of history.

The paper also looks at secondary sources to aid in the analysis and assessment of the primary sources, as appropriate. In gist the two leaders share many similarities in terms of ambition and in the ruthlessness and catastrophic consequences of their rule.

Saturday 30th April: Meeting the president at the Gambian National assemble started off with the fact that Gambia is one of the oldest existing African multi-party democracies. He mentioned PPP which dominated the Gambian politics for 30 years and last year’s turmoil when nation reached the brink of a civil war.

A President represents a democratic government and has a power of appointing or dismissing Prime Ministers (Friedman, 2009) but here, a question raises that why we actually need a President? This answer on the whole is easy to deliver that, if there wouldn’t be a President of a country then who would take care of the sensitive issues of the country.

Through the analysis, the purpose of this paper will show how the focus of the human figure shifted from a reproductive sense in the prehistoric era to a stronger character representation in the Byzantine era. In order to work through this process, each era will be designated with two works of art in each section.

H-Net review is a website that was very important in understanding the various issues presented in the book and the review it offered was very impressive. The website in association with Amazon stated that the efforts were very necessary and thus the benefits accrued from reading the book would assist people to appreciate the efforts made by the people.

While the roots of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict could be traced back to ancient times, the Iranian nuclear ambition is an understandably more recent phenomenon, which originated at some point during the Cold War as part of the Eisenhower Administration’s decision to share nuclear technology with some foreign nations – then America’s allies – that vowed not to develop nuclear weapons.

In March 1968, the advisors of the government and critics around the world urged that the US should contract its operations in Vietnam, and soon the bombing in the north was brought to a halt. This happened as a result of a surprise attack by the guerilla forces on hundred major towns, simultaneously, which resulted in many US soldiers being killed.

The migration of Central Americans into the United States became viable due to the increased economic and strategic involvement of the United States in the region in the late 19the century and 20the century which strengthened trade relations in the region. (Guierrez 1960), prior migration to the United States occurred.

This quid pro quo arrangement (or something for something) is the delicate balance between individual rights and the intrinsic interests of the larger society. This is quite a contentious issue because governments sometimes abuse the powers given to them, and this abnormal situation happens in the best of circumstances, even in a democracy.

Whereas the Arakaris had close access to one of the world’s largest rivers in the world (the Mississippi), the Vikings were surrounded by thousands of fjords teaming with fish. Likewise, though larger concentrations of both groups existed, the lion’s share of both groups lived rural lifestyles.

The methodology adopted in the research paper consists of a research-based question the answer to which shall be provided in the body and the conclusion of the paper. At the end of the paper, the writer shall conclude by saying that the western artists indeed have approached the orient in an honorable and respected fashion, as the case ought to have been.

The Olympic Games were closely associated with the cult of Zeus. The cult practiced religious festivals, which were closely linked to the games. The ancient Olympics were both an athletic and religious festival. Olympics came to be held after a period of four years to honor Zeus.

Terrorism in recent years has emerged as one of the most unpredictable and immensely devastating phenomena in certain parts of the world and has affected not only its sentinel areas but has also appeared to affect distant areas of the world. It has not only destroyed the affected countries in terms of economy but has literally ripped off the lives of thousands of individuals of nearly every age, sex or ethnicity.

What was the impact of World War II on the everyday life of the majority of Americans? Irrefutably, the onset of World War II despite its grievous effects on diverse states’ economies, it utterly altered the Americans lives. This was evident especially among the women who comprised sizable population after their husbands left to fight.

President Dwight is one of the most unappreciated presidents in United States history. His approach to issues has often been misunderstood to be unwilling to tackle issues affecting the nation. The good-natured president, as many came to learn about him, has, however, done a lot for his nation that many seemingly have not seen and appreciated.

The role of women in the post-Revolution scenario had changed much. Women and the leaders of the society had learnt a lot. No longer were women considered "morally and mentally inferior to men" (151). Their performance gave clear indications that they were capable of making decisions and possessed daring qualities to implement them.

The media, during this time, played an influential role on Americans. As a matter of fact, this war is considered, by many, to be the first war with true coverage. The Vietnam War affected America in many negative ways. Did the United States make a poor decision joining in the war?

Due to the invasion, the resentment against the US by the Arab world has surpassed that of the Israelis by the same people. To be more precise, the damage and death toll emanating from the invasion of Iraq and its subsequent rebuilding efforts is far more than that is experienced in the West Bank due to draconian Israeli policies.

According to the report the treaty was actually unfair for the Germans in the sense that the country had spend billions of pounds in the war and was still being forced to take responsibility of the damages of the war. They were able to ignite the Second World War. The treaty also created irreparable damage to the Germans economy for along time

Christina Garcia is a journalist who has roots in both the USA and Cuba whose career began as a reporter, but later changed in to fictional writing (Kort 103). Her family’s relocation to the USA drew influence form the fact that Fidel Castro dictatorial regime had taken shape in Cuba in 1961.

The book 1776 written by David McCollough defines about revolution was occurring in America. The central plot of the story is the military events occurred during that year and battles described were the one at Long Island, Trenton and Dorchester Hegihts. It also explains about the military command happened between American and British army and have a slight shade of politics but that plays around the background of the story.

History since I joined high school has been very interesting, despite the fact that some of my colleagues never like the idea of it. My fellow students have been arguing that history cannot be applied like engineering or biology, where one can learn to construct bridges or do heart transplants.

There used to live Native Americans of Indian origin in this country and they used traditional government system which is different from the model brought by the whites. The Native Americans were ruled by chiefs and these had power to enforce their rules and laws in order to promote peace among the citizens.

The view of the European Union (EU) being a civilian power has gained significant considerations and this has certainly led to animated deliberations since its inception, whereby often the concept of civilian power has been used to define and designate the role of the EU as an actor in the international politics.

Lee of the South, Brown was tried in court and sentenced to death. John Brown’s “Last Statement to the Court” was written in 1859 right after his last trial and after he was sentenced to death. Practically, the “Last Statement” was authored by John Brown himself and spoke of his convictions as a man and as a dedicated abolitionist.

However, in China, the movie was banned due to the too critical reflection of the real events, which happened in China during the so-called Cultural Revolution. The movie tells us about the life of a man Xu Fugui and his family. Initially, he grew up in a rich family, thus turned into a gambler who finally lost all his property.

Republicanism is popular among numerous individuals in the political discourses as the absence of a monarchy. In a republic, the people elect the leaders in charge of the government. These leaders assume their respective positions in government for a specified period after which they return to their normal work never to serve the people again.

The house was noted for being one of the focal points of the social reforms that happened in the early twentieth century such as with the creation of the children’s bureau in 1912, which gained praise for its ability to reach women all over the country due to its staff of women.

A sovereign state has a governmental institution that has an authority, over a specific geographical location. The State is the only institution allowed to use force, and has people who permanently reside in the state. The State has the ability to negotiate on issues of its interest at the international arena.

It is evidently clear from the discussion that the Saxons were a pagan people who worshipped nature and had beliefs regarding the sacrifice of humans to their pagan gods and spirits. The initial belief was that Rome had enlisted Charlemagne’s assistance in forcibly converting the Saxons as well as the Angles, people from the northern coast, to Christianity. 

During the nineteenth century, if Egypt had been developed into a nation that reflects over the world-politics and claims for its importance in international society, it is very much due to Mehmet Ali who came up with a number of policies for reformations in Egyptian art, culture, architecture, social and political scenario.

It is clear that this separation should occur in economic as well as political ways. This idea of separation as opposed to integration probably came about because the leaders of the Black Nationalism movement lost faith in the honesty of white Americans. They saw the leaders of the civil rights movements going about their protests in an orderly, peaceful manner but issues such a poverty and poor educational opportunities for black Americans remained unchanged.

In 1704 the town was raided by the Indians and the French from Canada and one fateful night in February the Williams family was captured and taken to Canada. John Williams was released after being held for three years in captivity and his four children were also released subsequently.

Three incidents best illustrate his ruthless rule towards his own people and his desires to expand his army and influence: his treatment of his neighbors, the Danes, the hostility he had, marked by cold-blooded murdering of his subjects in antipathy towards him, and his fateful desires to spread his influence into Great Britain all show a certain element of his innate inhumanity.

Every era gave the revolution a new shape and the women started realizing their importance and position and fought for their rights. They made their stand in all the sectors of Italy. The position of women has totally changed in Italian society and they have now been granted rights in the workplace as well as the political sectors.

Sixty-five years has passed and the Palestinian people’s right to establish their sovereign and independent country is still on hold. This right is a historical imperative of the international community today and is being met towards the Palestinian people.