Category: American History

The Siege of Leningrad The siege of Leningrad (now St. Petersburg) lasted from 8 September 1941 to January 27 1944, totaling 872 days. In the June of 1941 the Soviet Union was invaded by Germany, and in September the Germans were approaching Leningrad, attacking from the west and south. The people of Leningrad worked to…

Norman Rockwell’s painting “The Problem We All Live With,” depicting Ruby Bridges, is a powerful and thought-provoking artwork that encapsulates the racial tension and struggle for equality during the Civil Rights Movement. This critical essay aims to analyze the painting’s composition, symbolism, and impact, shedding light on Rockwell’s artistic choices and the social commentary embedded…

The Market Revolution was a period of monumental economic transformation and considerable technological advances. Innovations had now opened land West for settlement that made it far easier for large factories to sell their products in small cities. Westward expansion and the Market Revolution deeply affected the lives of all Americans. There was a shift from…

Introduction ‘Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee’ is a powerful song written and performed by Buffy Sainte-Marie. Released in 1972, the song addresses the historical atrocities and injustices inflicted upon Native American communities in the United States. This critical essay aims to analyze the song’s lyrics, musical elements, and underlying themes, shedding light on its…

Introduction The Gilded Age, a period spanning from the late 19th century to the early 20th century in the United States, was characterized by rapid industrialization, economic growth, and significant wealth accumulation. During this era, a group of influential entrepreneurs emerged, known as the “Captains of Industry” or “Robber Barons.” This informative essay explores the…

Introduction The Spanish-American War of 1898 marked a turning point in the history of the United States, solidifying its emergence as a global power. Theodore Roosevelt, then the Assistant Secretary of the Navy, played a crucial role in the conflict. This essay critically examines Roosevelt’s involvement in the Spanish-American War, exploring his motivations, actions, and…

The American Revolution didnt start overnight, it was a very long and strenuous surpassing of events spanning over a decade that led to the Colonists decision to separate from the Crown and try to take back their independence. There were several causes for what became known as the shot heard round the world that led…

In order to have a full understanding of why these people were persecuted, one must have into consideration the period of time. The region was mainly composed of religious refugees who did not separate the church from the state. This led to bringing with them the fear of witches. The idea of hunting women was…

Introduction This essay probes to find out the different roles that propaganda undertook during WW2. America was a major global power in the 1940s. America was always a neutral party in the lead-up to and for the start of the war. It was not until the attack on Pearl Harbor on 7 December 1941 that…

In the time known as the Roaring 20s the US went through a great social and economic change. From the universe of style to the universe of governmental issues, powers conflicted to create the most hazardous decade of the century. It was the time of prohibition and denial, it was the time of success, and…