Category: American History

In attempting to acquit the American Press of being one of the leading agencies accountable for shaping public attitudes and the subsequent inaction on the American governments part, one must consider the pre-existing American attitudes towards immigrants at the time. The question of immigration becomes central to this evaluation since the citizens notions regarding the…

During the American revolution they are going to be creating new government structures and theyre going to be based upon Enlightenment principles, things like natural rights, the consent of the governed, restrictions on government, power and theyre going to be also really influenced by the fear of replacing the strong British power, centralized power in…

One day, about 5 years ago, my mom and I took a trip to Hawaii. We visited two islands Oahu and Maui. Our adventure started in Oahu. My mom had planned something every day, to my dismay. Most of the excursions were bus tours and one or two stops at small local shops around the…

After the stock market crash in 1929, America was sent into a state of depression for many years. There seemed to be no end to the everlasting misery. On March 4, 1993, Franklin D. Roosevelt was inaugurated into office and delivered his first inauguration speech to America. Before elected, Roosevelt was the governor of New…

Japan started most of the pacific world war but Japan lost the war because of many reasons. 3 of the main reasons that ww2 in the pacific started was due to japan having no resources, japan wanting to expand their country, and the Pearl Harbor attack. One of the reason ww2 started in the pacific…

As one of the biggest influences in architecture, the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 left a very imprinted memory on the city itself. The fire itself altered many aspects, from the rapid growth of Chicago to the changes in building codes that impacted on the birth of a new style that represents one of many…

Affirming the new sense of independence that arose following Americas victory against the British in the War of 1812, the election in 1828 of Jackson demonstrated a remarkable shift towards democratic principles. Unlike all previous U.S. presidents that came from the same elite class of being wealthy, well-educated, and from the East, Jackson was a…

Throughout history, society has been evolving and growing with the voice of the American people. This voice has sparked teachings in schools, organizations, and other places all around the world. Two voices in particular have sparked and contributed to these teachings and how it has educated society. These voices are E.D. Nixon and Jo Ann…

Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen, today Ill talk about FDRs Pearl Harbor address to the nation. Before attacking Pearl Harbor or even before World War II. The Empire of Japans goal was to conquer all the islands in the Pacific and eventually conquer the entire Pacific fleet. Before attacking Pearl Harbor they have conquered Manchuria,…

Japanese American families are given a number to wear on their jackets as armed American soldiers order them to leave their homes. The young children hold tight to their parents hands. They are filled with feelings of fear and uncertainty as their families are put onto trains and buses that will take them away from…