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Many people have different views and stories on how they believe that the great depression began. Some think that it was the result of workers going on strike, so they were then in turn replaced with machinery (Document 4), others thought that it was the fault of the bankers and the loans that were given out. While others went in the direction of blaming people who drifted from church or capitalism’s greed. Franklin Roosevelt's responses to the problems of the Great Depression was effective, but it had its downfalls. In Franklin Roosevelt's first one hundred days of being in office, he created plans for restructuring the economy. When Franklin Roosevelt's set his New Deal programs into motion, his administration responded by making policies that would create reform and recovery. Franklin Roosevelt's response to the New Deal programs reformed many policies, helped hundreds of Americans, stopped America's economic collapse and ultimately expanded the government's power. …show more content…
The Emergency Banking Act shut down all banks and only allowed them to reopen once they had under gone a government inspection. This Act began to restore trust in the banking system for many Americans. Franklin Roosevelt increased the government's power by making the National labor Relations Board (NLRB). When The Wagner Act was made it changed the role of the government by adding social justice to the government's responsibility of what to provide to citizens, political rights and economic security. Another program that provided reform was social security; social security gave pensions to elderly workers, along with many other benefits to
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As President Hoover was in office, as well as when he left office, banks were failing across the United States. President Roosevelt and Congress immediately passed legislation to solve the banking crisis. Roosevelt closed all the nation's banks so that the Federal Reserves could help strengthen them and restore confidence in the banking system. This resulted in the creation of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, also known as the FDIC. This was used as a way for the government to guarantee savings deposits for all Americans.
In 1929, the Great Depression officially took ahold of the public, and made the United States turn into a fiasco, which left President Hoover as the face of the blame and the next president, Franklin Roosevelt (FDR), as the acclaimed ‘hero.’ FDR’s response to the Great Depression may have been provoked by President Hoover’s inaction and the nation’s underlying cry for government help. Since the means of consumption, investment, and trade were all cut off, the only factor left to grow the gross domestic product (GDP) was the government, and the soon-to-be president, Roosevelt from the election of 1928, will be suited for the job of using the government. These responses will be directed towards unemployment, government financial aid, and the
Economically, the New Deal assisted the United States by providing jobs. Many Americans were poor during the Great Depression (Document 1). These individuals lived in Hoovervilles, or shantytowns, and struggled to find fresh produce. Due to a lack of income, most of these individuals had to eat food thrown out by greengrocers. However, these circumstances were even worse for individuals who farmed (Document 6).
In the year 1929, it was a dark time for America, it was the start of the Great Depression. During the start of the depression, Herbert Hoover did nothing but think it would solve itself. So when Franklin D Roosevelt became president in 1932, there were many problems hitting his desk. One problem is that 25% of Americans were unemployed, this caused people to not earn money causing 80% of American families to not have savings. From families having no money to support their families, over 200,000 children wandered the country and 2 million men became hobos.
The Glass-Steagall Banking Reform Act provided insurance for individual deposits up to $5000 to end the bank failures and it significantly help financial front and protect gold reserves and paper currency (AP, 754). In Relief, the president created jobs for the jobless by passing the Civilian Conservation Corps provided regular citizens to work on projects across the country, mostly in state and national parks. He used federal money to assist the unemployed and help industrial recovery by creating programs that put professional builders and construction workers to work making dams, school, and water systems ad roads across the nation. Roosevelt helped agriculture as well by paying farmers a subsidy to produce less crops or plant others so that the supply would equal the demand of food, helping prices and production
People were desperate for a change during The Great Depression. Franklin Roosevelt, remembered as the one who successfully guided the nation through the Great Depression and World War Two, was able to pass a deal that would help the nation drastically. This deal became known as the New Deal. The components of the New Deal changed millions of lives for Americans struggling through the Great Depression, however, many people were still opposed to FDR’s program.
This is yet another instance that demonstrates Roosevelt and his administration pushing for the social and economic wellness and stability for all Americans. Additionally, the Wagner Act, as well upheld the right for laborers to obtain work without discrimination, which was a prominent ideal that prevented further racism in society, but more specifically the workplace. Furthermore, the government integrated social welfare, providing income and compensation to needy individuals and families. Overall, one third of the population received government assistance. Essentially, all these generous actions performed by the government united American party systems by means of devising a consensual Democratic ideal of serving the people, which resonated greatly amongst Americans.
But when Franklin D. Roosevelt stepped into office, offering the New Deal programs and tables began to turn. In his first Inaugural address, he stated, “This great Nation will endure as it has endured, will revive and will prosper.” (Doc 2) Although, WWII basically recovered America from the Great Depression, it was FDR’s New Deal and Second New Deal programs that stopped America’s economic issues, providing
While the Great Depression was ongoing, millions of Americans were suffering drastically as most were in jobs that did not provide for them and their families. Some were left without a job and forced to do whatever it took to make ends meet. Many began to grow their food at home and homeowners began to make repairs and improvements at home. The selling of personal items such as cars was also a way to get the money that they needed. All of this was due to failed plans that were established by president, Herbert Hoover.
In 1933, Franklin D. Roosevelt became the president of the United State after President Herbert Hoover. The Great Depression was also at its height because President Hoover believed that the crash was just the temporary recession that people must pass through, and he refused to drag the federal government in stabilizing prices, controlling business and fixing the currency. Many experts, including Hoover, thought that there was no need for federal government intervention. ("Herbert Hoover on) As a result, when the time came for Roosevelt’s Presidency, the public had already been suffering for a long time.
The wealth during the 1920s left Americans unprepared for the economic depression they would face in the 1930s. The Great Depression occurred because of overproduction by farmers and factories, consumption of goods decreased, uneven distribution of wealth, and overexpansion of credit. Hoover was president when the depression first began, and he maintained the government’s laissez-faire attitude in the economy. However, after the election of FDR in 1932, his many alphabet soup programs in his first one hundred days in office addressed the nation’s need for change.
FACT/ANALYSIS: Many events in the 1900’s provided job opportunities for American’s three of them were WWI, The New Deal, and WWII. Although WWI and WWII were terrible times for our nation, they created many employment opportunities for African American’s as well as women. Franklin D Roosevelts New Deal also created many new jobs for American’s and brought back some economic prosperity to our country. OPINION/REFLECTION:
Many people wonder what the New Deal really did for the American people. The New Deal was a series of national programs proposed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The New Deal programs happened during 1933-1938, right after the Great Depression. The New Deal had a very positive effect on the people of America by creating new jobs, gaining trust in banking systems, and getting freedom from the effects of the Great Depression.
The Social Security Act remains the largest and most prominent social aid program originally established by the New Deal legislation. Other developments such as the ban on child labour, maximum working hours, and minimum wages were also discussed or introduced to a limited extent. The New Deal also created alphabet agencies (an integral component of the first phase of the New Deal) such as the AAA (helping farmers sell their produce. Increase demand), the HOLC(helping the poor who were forced out of their homes), musicians and artists were even helped and they produced items for the government and many others. Due to the regulation of financial sectors, after the New Deal, EBRA, Glass Steagal Act and more were created for the monitoring of the
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0.29861861467361... | 1 | Many people have different views and stories on how they believe that the great depression began. Some think that it was the result of workers going on strike, so they were then in turn replaced with machinery (Document 4), others thought that it was the fault of the bankers and the loans that were given out. While others went in the direction of blaming people who drifted from church or capitalism’s greed. Franklin Roosevelt's responses to the problems of the Great Depression was effective, but it had its downfalls. In Franklin Roosevelt's first one hundred days of being in office, he created plans for restructuring the economy. When Franklin Roosevelt's set his New Deal programs into motion, his administration responded by making policies that would create reform and recovery. Franklin Roosevelt's response to the New Deal programs reformed many policies, helped hundreds of Americans, stopped America's economic collapse and ultimately expanded the government's power. …show more content…
The Emergency Banking Act shut down all banks and only allowed them to reopen once they had under gone a government inspection. This Act began to restore trust in the banking system for many Americans. Franklin Roosevelt increased the government's power by making the National labor Relations Board (NLRB). When The Wagner Act was made it changed the role of the government by adding social justice to the government's responsibility of what to provide to citizens, political rights and economic security. Another program that provided reform was social security; social security gave pensions to elderly workers, along with many other benefits to
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As President Hoover was in office, as well as when he left office, banks were failing across the United States. President Roosevelt and Congress immediately passed legislation to solve the banking crisis. Roosevelt closed all the nation's banks so that the Federal Reserves could help strengthen them and restore confidence in the banking system. This resulted in the creation of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, also known as the FDIC. This was used as a way for the government to guarantee savings deposits for all Americans.
In 1929, the Great Depression officially took ahold of the public, and made the United States turn into a fiasco, which left President Hoover as the face of the blame and the next president, Franklin Roosevelt (FDR), as the acclaimed ‘hero.’ FDR’s response to the Great Depression may have been provoked by President Hoover’s inaction and the nation’s underlying cry for government help. Since the means of consumption, investment, and trade were all cut off, the only factor left to grow the gross domestic product (GDP) was the government, and the soon-to-be president, Roosevelt from the election of 1928, will be suited for the job of using the government. These responses will be directed towards unemployment, government financial aid, and the
Economically, the New Deal assisted the United States by providing jobs. Many Americans were poor during the Great Depression (Document 1). These individuals lived in Hoovervilles, or shantytowns, and struggled to find fresh produce. Due to a lack of income, most of these individuals had to eat food thrown out by greengrocers. However, these circumstances were even worse for individuals who farmed (Document 6).
In the year 1929, it was a dark time for America, it was the start of the Great Depression. During the start of the depression, Herbert Hoover did nothing but think it would solve itself. So when Franklin D Roosevelt became president in 1932, there were many problems hitting his desk. One problem is that 25% of Americans were unemployed, this caused people to not earn money causing 80% of American families to not have savings. From families having no money to support their families, over 200,000 children wandered the country and 2 million men became hobos.
The Glass-Steagall Banking Reform Act provided insurance for individual deposits up to $5000 to end the bank failures and it significantly help financial front and protect gold reserves and paper currency (AP, 754). In Relief, the president created jobs for the jobless by passing the Civilian Conservation Corps provided regular citizens to work on projects across the country, mostly in state and national parks. He used federal money to assist the unemployed and help industrial recovery by creating programs that put professional builders and construction workers to work making dams, school, and water systems ad roads across the nation. Roosevelt helped agriculture as well by paying farmers a subsidy to produce less crops or plant others so that the supply would equal the demand of food, helping prices and production
People were desperate for a change during The Great Depression. Franklin Roosevelt, remembered as the one who successfully guided the nation through the Great Depression and World War Two, was able to pass a deal that would help the nation drastically. This deal became known as the New Deal. The components of the New Deal changed millions of lives for Americans struggling through the Great Depression, however, many people were still opposed to FDR’s program.
This is yet another instance that demonstrates Roosevelt and his administration pushing for the social and economic wellness and stability for all Americans. Additionally, the Wagner Act, as well upheld the right for laborers to obtain work without discrimination, which was a prominent ideal that prevented further racism in society, but more specifically the workplace. Furthermore, the government integrated social welfare, providing income and compensation to needy individuals and families. Overall, one third of the population received government assistance. Essentially, all these generous actions performed by the government united American party systems by means of devising a consensual Democratic ideal of serving the people, which resonated greatly amongst Americans.
But when Franklin D. Roosevelt stepped into office, offering the New Deal programs and tables began to turn. In his first Inaugural address, he stated, “This great Nation will endure as it has endured, will revive and will prosper.” (Doc 2) Although, WWII basically recovered America from the Great Depression, it was FDR’s New Deal and Second New Deal programs that stopped America’s economic issues, providing
While the Great Depression was ongoing, millions of Americans were suffering drastically as most were in jobs that did not provide for them and their families. Some were left without a job and forced to do whatever it took to make ends meet. Many began to grow their food at home and homeowners began to make repairs and improvements at home. The selling of personal items such as cars was also a way to get the money that they needed. All of this was due to failed plans that were established by president, Herbert Hoover.
In 1933, Franklin D. Roosevelt became the president of the United State after President Herbert Hoover. The Great Depression was also at its height because President Hoover believed that the crash was just the temporary recession that people must pass through, and he refused to drag the federal government in stabilizing prices, controlling business and fixing the currency. Many experts, including Hoover, thought that there was no need for federal government intervention. ("Herbert Hoover on) As a result, when the time came for Roosevelt’s Presidency, the public had already been suffering for a long time.
The wealth during the 1920s left Americans unprepared for the economic depression they would face in the 1930s. The Great Depression occurred because of overproduction by farmers and factories, consumption of goods decreased, uneven distribution of wealth, and overexpansion of credit. Hoover was president when the depression first began, and he maintained the government’s laissez-faire attitude in the economy. However, after the election of FDR in 1932, his many alphabet soup programs in his first one hundred days in office addressed the nation’s need for change.
FACT/ANALYSIS: Many events in the 1900’s provided job opportunities for American’s three of them were WWI, The New Deal, and WWII. Although WWI and WWII were terrible times for our nation, they created many employment opportunities for African American’s as well as women. Franklin D Roosevelts New Deal also created many new jobs for American’s and brought back some economic prosperity to our country. OPINION/REFLECTION:
Many people wonder what the New Deal really did for the American people. The New Deal was a series of national programs proposed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The New Deal programs happened during 1933-1938, right after the Great Depression. The New Deal had a very positive effect on the people of America by creating new jobs, gaining trust in banking systems, and getting freedom from the effects of the Great Depression.
The Social Security Act remains the largest and most prominent social aid program originally established by the New Deal legislation. Other developments such as the ban on child labour, maximum working hours, and minimum wages were also discussed or introduced to a limited extent. The New Deal also created alphabet agencies (an integral component of the first phase of the New Deal) such as the AAA (helping farmers sell their produce. Increase demand), the HOLC(helping the poor who were forced out of their homes), musicians and artists were even helped and they produced items for the government and many others. Due to the regulation of financial sectors, after the New Deal, EBRA, Glass Steagal Act and more were created for the monitoring of the
During the Great Depression many people lived in poverty, more than 20% of the people were unemployed, but President Roosevelt implemented programs to help Americans prosper. The Great Depression is when the America’s economy had fallen to its lowest point. Many people lost their money and it’s when poverty hit rock bottom. The New Deal was necessary because even though it didn 't end the Great Depression it helped lowered unemployment, secure their money, and helped the economy prosper. In its attempt to end the Great Depression, the New Deal had many successes and failures | 2,018 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Government policies during the period of Reconstruction following the Civil War were a mixed success. While they brought about significant changes in terms of legal rights and protections for former slaves, they also fell short of fully addressing the economic and social inequalities that persisted in the South. Historians disagree widely over the efficiency of the government's efforts throughout the Reconstruction era. While some contend that the enacted policies were mainly effective in resolving the problems faced by recently freed slaves and reconstructing the South, others contend they failed in several ways. The ratification of the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments to the Constitution was a major achievement of the governmental policy …show more content…
Document 2 says “Black codes enforced in Southern states during Reconstruction prevented freed slaves from exercising many rights.” By enacting discriminatory laws like Black Codes and poll taxes that made it impossible for African Americans to vote or own property, the Southern states still dominated by white landowners effectively undercut the execution of these amendments. The government's rebuilding measures did not offer the required help for the newly liberated slaves and their offspring's economic elevation. The Freedmen's Bureau was powerless to shield former slaves from the violence and intimidation of organizations that support white supremacy. Document 5 also says “the Ku Klux Klan’s riding nightly over the country, going from county to county, and in the towns spreading terror wherever they go by robbing, whipping, ravishing [raping], and killing our people without provocation, compelling colored people to break the ice and bathe in the chilly waters of the Kentucky River… Our people are driven from their homes in great numbers… We would state that we have been law-abiding citizens, pay our taxes, and, in many parts of the state, our people have been driven from the polls - refused the right to vote,” African Americans in the South were tormented by the Ku Klux Klan and other hate groups, and the federal government could not stop this
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The Union victory was a significant victory that would be remembered for years to come. The Reconstruction era followed soon after. It was intended to accomplish far more than it did, with the main objective of rebuilding the south. There were a variety of significant issues that made the Reconstruction process that much more difficult, initially impacting the overall process in a negative way. It was a struggle between the north and the south during peacetime after the war.
Many people were homeless and had no money shortly after the civil war because there homes were destroyed or they were newly freed slaves. The reconstruction era was when the south was joining back with the the union and they were rebuilding their economy. The reconstruction was a hard time for the freedmen because they they had no money or a home and it was hard for them to find jobs to support their family. The reconstruction was overall an unsuccessful era. Politically it was alright because they made rights for the freedmen but economically and socially it was terrible Politically the reconstruction era was good because the government created rights for the freedmen so they weren't fully mistreated and harmed.
During the reconstruction era the Civil Rights Act of 1875 protected all Americans, regardless of their race, equal treatment in public accommodations, public transportation, and to prohibit exclusion from jury service, however it was not enforced and the supreme court declared it unconstitutional in 1883. The Court ruled that the 14th Amendment prohibited states, but not citizens, from discriminating. This civil rights reversal was devastating for African
The Civil War, from 1861-1864, was a collection of brutal battles between the North and South as a result of their sectional differences. Although the North won the military victory against the South, the South was able to keep many of its policies in place after the Civil War. During the Reconstruction Period, 1865-1877, it was evident that the South won the Civil War in many ways because of their political and social policies that they implemented or kept in place. While the 13th through 15th amendments changed social issues for a period of time in the South by allowing more opportunities and rights for former slaves, the South continued their social dominance over black people. Also, politically, near the beginning of Reconstruction and
Essay Questions for Section I 1) The key point of the Reconstruction was to reconstruct the South, in order to, bring it back into the United States. However, there were many issues that the federal government had to deal with during this time period. In my opinion, I would say the primary issue that the federal government was faced with, would be figuring out how to bring the South back into the United States. The other main issue that the federal government was faced with, would be to figure out was what to do with the freed slaves.
They also suffered political changes that still have an effect on us today. The success and failure of rebuilding our country cannot be blamed on the government or the people, as both played equal and critical roles in the whole process. During the reconstruction era, there were many goods that came out of it.
These actions were a direct response to the progress made toward racial equality during the Reconstruction period. The government's failure to address and handle these issues contributed to Reconstruction's failure. During the Reconstruction era, there were both successes and failures, such as the expansion of rights for African Americans, equal access to education, and the participation of African Americans in politics, the goals of Reconstruction were not fully achieved. Despite the mistakes , the
Sources Analysis Freedom During the Reconstruction era, the idea of freedom could have many different meanings. Everyday factors that we don't often think about today such as the color of our skin, where we were born, and whether or not we own land determined what limitations were placed on the ability to live our life to the fullest. To dig deeper into what freedom meant for different individuals during this time period, I analyzed three primary sources written by those who experienced this first hand. These included “Excerpts from The Black Codes of Mississippi” (1865), “Jourdan Anderson to his old master” (1865), and “Testimony on the Ku Klux Klan in Congressional Hearing” (1872).
Finally, with the ratification the fifteenth amendment in 1870s, it secured the vote for the African Americans, and it forbid states from denying any citizens from the right to vote based on race, color, or “previous condition of servitude.” These three amendments were significant changes during the Reconstruction period because all people, not just white, can fully enjoy being an American citizen without worrying over their race or
Former slaves who “tried to vote or participate in politics [were] likely to be singled out for “punishment”” by a terrorist organization named as the Ku Klux Klan, until the Congress passed the Force Bill in 1871 that gave the federal authorities the right to arrest and pursue active members of the KKK. But, the bill appeared to be only figurative as not really much of the Klan’s members were prosecuted (Hazen
The Reconstruction Era of American history was plagued by many problems. One of the most important problems being the recently released from slavery Freedmen. Freedmen were in a tricky situation in which they had just been released from their owner and had nowhere to go, but the Federal Government made many successful attempts to help them out. The Government helped alleviate all the problems Freedmen had from their finances to basic needs and rights, and in doing so, made the period of reconstruction more helpful than harmful for Freedmen. The events of reconstruction were helpful to freedmen as they were not only freed from slavery, they were given rights directly from the federal government.
Reconstruction caused prejudice and inequality. To elaborate, the creation of the Ku Klux Klan and the Black Codes were both in the time period of reconstruction, which caused chaos and violence throughout the Union. One of the goals of reconstruction was to repair the economy in the South, because it depended on slavery, which was now illegal, due to the thirteenth amendment. The South’s economic system now depended on Sharecropping, which caused former slaves to be in constant debt and was unjust to the black society. The reconstruction time period, was a time of dispute between the Union.
The Capacity of Reconstruction Does a country ever feel guilty? To what extent will powerful individuals come together to quell their guilty conscience and their hypocrisy, or will they atone by superficial means? A country divided, the Republican president Abraham Lincoln sought to unify the United States that had become the Union States and the Confederate States. One-half of the country set on unifying the split country, abolition, and more industrial practices. | <urn:uuid:0401da37-70cb-4ea7-bba0-bcebe0657199> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.ipl.org/essay/Reconstruction-Dbq-Essay-D64C7148D2EB7826 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473824.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222161802-20240222191802-00729.warc.gz | en | 0.984115 | 1,773 | 4.15625 | 4 | [
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0.19164374470710754,... | 1 | Government policies during the period of Reconstruction following the Civil War were a mixed success. While they brought about significant changes in terms of legal rights and protections for former slaves, they also fell short of fully addressing the economic and social inequalities that persisted in the South. Historians disagree widely over the efficiency of the government's efforts throughout the Reconstruction era. While some contend that the enacted policies were mainly effective in resolving the problems faced by recently freed slaves and reconstructing the South, others contend they failed in several ways. The ratification of the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments to the Constitution was a major achievement of the governmental policy …show more content…
Document 2 says “Black codes enforced in Southern states during Reconstruction prevented freed slaves from exercising many rights.” By enacting discriminatory laws like Black Codes and poll taxes that made it impossible for African Americans to vote or own property, the Southern states still dominated by white landowners effectively undercut the execution of these amendments. The government's rebuilding measures did not offer the required help for the newly liberated slaves and their offspring's economic elevation. The Freedmen's Bureau was powerless to shield former slaves from the violence and intimidation of organizations that support white supremacy. Document 5 also says “the Ku Klux Klan’s riding nightly over the country, going from county to county, and in the towns spreading terror wherever they go by robbing, whipping, ravishing [raping], and killing our people without provocation, compelling colored people to break the ice and bathe in the chilly waters of the Kentucky River… Our people are driven from their homes in great numbers… We would state that we have been law-abiding citizens, pay our taxes, and, in many parts of the state, our people have been driven from the polls - refused the right to vote,” African Americans in the South were tormented by the Ku Klux Klan and other hate groups, and the federal government could not stop this
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The Union victory was a significant victory that would be remembered for years to come. The Reconstruction era followed soon after. It was intended to accomplish far more than it did, with the main objective of rebuilding the south. There were a variety of significant issues that made the Reconstruction process that much more difficult, initially impacting the overall process in a negative way. It was a struggle between the north and the south during peacetime after the war.
Many people were homeless and had no money shortly after the civil war because there homes were destroyed or they were newly freed slaves. The reconstruction era was when the south was joining back with the the union and they were rebuilding their economy. The reconstruction was a hard time for the freedmen because they they had no money or a home and it was hard for them to find jobs to support their family. The reconstruction was overall an unsuccessful era. Politically it was alright because they made rights for the freedmen but economically and socially it was terrible Politically the reconstruction era was good because the government created rights for the freedmen so they weren't fully mistreated and harmed.
During the reconstruction era the Civil Rights Act of 1875 protected all Americans, regardless of their race, equal treatment in public accommodations, public transportation, and to prohibit exclusion from jury service, however it was not enforced and the supreme court declared it unconstitutional in 1883. The Court ruled that the 14th Amendment prohibited states, but not citizens, from discriminating. This civil rights reversal was devastating for African
The Civil War, from 1861-1864, was a collection of brutal battles between the North and South as a result of their sectional differences. Although the North won the military victory against the South, the South was able to keep many of its policies in place after the Civil War. During the Reconstruction Period, 1865-1877, it was evident that the South won the Civil War in many ways because of their political and social policies that they implemented or kept in place. While the 13th through 15th amendments changed social issues for a period of time in the South by allowing more opportunities and rights for former slaves, the South continued their social dominance over black people. Also, politically, near the beginning of Reconstruction and
Essay Questions for Section I 1) The key point of the Reconstruction was to reconstruct the South, in order to, bring it back into the United States. However, there were many issues that the federal government had to deal with during this time period. In my opinion, I would say the primary issue that the federal government was faced with, would be figuring out how to bring the South back into the United States. The other main issue that the federal government was faced with, would be to figure out was what to do with the freed slaves.
They also suffered political changes that still have an effect on us today. The success and failure of rebuilding our country cannot be blamed on the government or the people, as both played equal and critical roles in the whole process. During the reconstruction era, there were many goods that came out of it.
These actions were a direct response to the progress made toward racial equality during the Reconstruction period. The government's failure to address and handle these issues contributed to Reconstruction's failure. During the Reconstruction era, there were both successes and failures, such as the expansion of rights for African Americans, equal access to education, and the participation of African Americans in politics, the goals of Reconstruction were not fully achieved. Despite the mistakes , the
Sources Analysis Freedom During the Reconstruction era, the idea of freedom could have many different meanings. Everyday factors that we don't often think about today such as the color of our skin, where we were born, and whether or not we own land determined what limitations were placed on the ability to live our life to the fullest. To dig deeper into what freedom meant for different individuals during this time period, I analyzed three primary sources written by those who experienced this first hand. These included “Excerpts from The Black Codes of Mississippi” (1865), “Jourdan Anderson to his old master” (1865), and “Testimony on the Ku Klux Klan in Congressional Hearing” (1872).
Finally, with the ratification the fifteenth amendment in 1870s, it secured the vote for the African Americans, and it forbid states from denying any citizens from the right to vote based on race, color, or “previous condition of servitude.” These three amendments were significant changes during the Reconstruction period because all people, not just white, can fully enjoy being an American citizen without worrying over their race or
Former slaves who “tried to vote or participate in politics [were] likely to be singled out for “punishment”” by a terrorist organization named as the Ku Klux Klan, until the Congress passed the Force Bill in 1871 that gave the federal authorities the right to arrest and pursue active members of the KKK. But, the bill appeared to be only figurative as not really much of the Klan’s members were prosecuted (Hazen
The Reconstruction Era of American history was plagued by many problems. One of the most important problems being the recently released from slavery Freedmen. Freedmen were in a tricky situation in which they had just been released from their owner and had nowhere to go, but the Federal Government made many successful attempts to help them out. The Government helped alleviate all the problems Freedmen had from their finances to basic needs and rights, and in doing so, made the period of reconstruction more helpful than harmful for Freedmen. The events of reconstruction were helpful to freedmen as they were not only freed from slavery, they were given rights directly from the federal government.
Reconstruction caused prejudice and inequality. To elaborate, the creation of the Ku Klux Klan and the Black Codes were both in the time period of reconstruction, which caused chaos and violence throughout the Union. One of the goals of reconstruction was to repair the economy in the South, because it depended on slavery, which was now illegal, due to the thirteenth amendment. The South’s economic system now depended on Sharecropping, which caused former slaves to be in constant debt and was unjust to the black society. The reconstruction time period, was a time of dispute between the Union.
The Capacity of Reconstruction Does a country ever feel guilty? To what extent will powerful individuals come together to quell their guilty conscience and their hypocrisy, or will they atone by superficial means? A country divided, the Republican president Abraham Lincoln sought to unify the United States that had become the Union States and the Confederate States. One-half of the country set on unifying the split country, abolition, and more industrial practices. | 1,792 | ENGLISH | 1 |
A team sport is a type of sport in which participants compete against each other as part of a group. These teams may be organized and regulated by an organization (e.g., a school, a sports league or an employer). The unique feature of team sports is that the members are required to work together to achieve common goals. This type of cooperation teaches kids valuable life skills, such as problem solving and communication. In addition, playing team sports provides a healthy way to relieve stress and can improve grades.
Most of us are familiar with team sports like football, soccer and basketball. There are also several non-traditional team sports that are popular with people of all ages, such as Ultimate, which involves two teams of seven players trying to get a flying disc into the endzones on a field the size of a football pitch. These types of games teach children how to communicate effectively and solve problems on the fly. They also learn how to respect their teammates, even when they disagree on a strategy. This is a skill that will be invaluable when dealing with co-workers or family members in the future.
Compared to individual sports, team sports usually involve higher risks and more injuries. They also typically require more training and practice time. Furthermore, team members must cooperate with each other to overcome obstacles, such as injuries or bad weather conditions.
One of the most important benefits of team sports is that they teach kids to work well with other people. This is a valuable skill that will serve them throughout their lives, as it will allow them to find jobs or go to school with friends. In addition, working with a team of people will help them become more confident and develop self-esteem. Moreover, playing team sports can increase their metabolism and burn calories, which can help them stay fit.
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Compared to individual sports, team sports usually involve higher risks and more injuries. They also typically require more training and practice time. Furthermore, team members must cooperate with each other to overcome obstacles, such as injuries or bad weather conditions.
One of the most important benefits of team sports is that they teach kids to work well with other people. This is a valuable skill that will serve them throughout their lives, as it will allow them to find jobs or go to school with friends. In addition, working with a team of people will help them become more confident and develop self-esteem. Moreover, playing team sports can increase their metabolism and burn calories, which can help them stay fit.
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In 1944, with the Second World War having turned decisively in favor of the Allies, for the first time in years the world could focus on what would happen afterwards. Many civilian industries, particularly those on the winning side, were rushing to find new uses for the inventions and discoveries that had come from the great conflict.
For the aviation industry there was only one game in town: this was the dawn of the jet era. The new engines and the power they provided transformed the world of aircraft forever, allowing them to fly higher and faster as they approached that mythical line in the sky: the sound barrier.
Officially, the sound barrier was first broken by United States test pilot Charles “Chuck” Yeager on October 14 1947. But this is the story of how the British almost got there first, and what happened to the craft that tried. This is the story of the “killer” de Havilland Swallow.
The De Havilland DH 108
There have been many aircraft designed with a single purpose, and this is certainly true of the de Havilland Swallow airplane, which was designed to fly high and fast, to evaluate handling and performance with a swept wing design. While most aviation planes developed at that time were for military operations, the Swallow, as the de Havilland was nicknamed, was developed for supersonic experiments and research purposes.
Designed with sweptback wings which allowed for faster speed at the expense of handling and agility, only three would be built. However their contribution to supersonic research cannot be overestimated.
The de Havilland DH 108 had other offshoot benefits than simple raw speed, however, and was developed in line with the de Havilland DH 106, known as the “Comet”. The Comet Jet Passenger airline program was actually the predecessor to the de Havilland DH 108 Swallow airplane, and both projects learned from each other.
The DH 108 itself was a very tricky plane to fly because of its design and focus on speed. With a large delta wing which swept back beyond the tail of the small fuselage and no horizontal stabilizers on the tailplane, it looked it echoed the Nazi “Komet”, the suicidal rocket powered interceptor of the late war.
To build it, de Havilland had also turned to a design of one of their latest, greatest designs. They cannibalized the English Electric Vampire, a fighter jet also in development, for much of the forward section of the fuselage including the cockpit.
The result was a beautiful plane that looked fast even when standing still, with the steep rake to the wings and the smooth, silver bodywork. But make no mistake, this was an aircraft on the edge of what was possible at the time, and to fly it de Havilland needed someone of exceptional skill and bravery.
They needed the de Havilland heir: Geoffrey de Havilland Jr.
The Two de Havillands
Geoffrey de Havilland was the owner and chief designer for the de Havilland aircraft company, but in 1946 he was over 60 and could not hope to effectively test his own designs. Into the breach stepped his son, Geoffrey Jr. Born into a life of experimental aircraft, the de Havilland heir had earned his pilot’s license aged 19 and flown aircraft around the world.
De Havilland’s chief test pilot since the age of 27, he had taken up the lead aircraft of every new design for almost a decade when he came to the Swallow, including the legendary Mosquito. He also flew Britain’s first jet powered aircraft, the Gloster Meteor.
Most recently, he had been involved in the development of the Vampire, and so was very familiar with the cockpit and controls of the Swallow. However this new jet aircraft, as it joined the race to fly faster than sound, was to prove very different.
Did de Havilland Jr Break the Sound Barrier?
With such a radical and new design, all characteristics and behaviors of the Swallow needed to be assessed almost from scratch. How did it behave at extremely fast speeds, or at high altitude. How did it handle when taking off or landing, or at slow speeds near the ground?
It was on one such evaluation flight that Geoffrey de Havilland Jr took prototype TG306 up over the Thames estuary to the east of London on 27 September 1946. This was the second prototype, and the first with true high speed capability: the first had been more of a testbed for the various control surfaces and overall design of the aircraft.
This swallow was powered by a de Havilland Goblin 3 turbojet. Only the second jet engine ever developed by the British, this was a radical improvement over the first and gave the Swallow a frightening amount of power and thrust.
De Havilland took the Swallow up that day to evaluate how she handled at high speed. He launched the silver dart up and over the river, turning in a lazy loop as he climbed before tipping her over into a dive as he returned to the aerodrome. As he flew towards the ground he opened the throttles and picked up speed.
The aircraft is known to have been able to fly faster than Mach 0.9 (90% of the speed of sound) and that was certainly at least as the Swallow was going in that dive. However on that day the stresses placed on the airframe by the dive and speed were too great: the pressure of air from the nose of the aircraft forced the nose down and the additional stresses tore the wings backward. The Swallow plunged to the ground and Geoffrey was killed.
- The Largest Aircraft in WW2: What happened to the “Gigant”?
- What Happened to Star Dust? The Plane Taken by the Andes
Did Geoffrey de Havilland break the sound barrier that day? Many in the industry believed that he might have, and it was certainly the trans-sonic buffeting that destroyed his aircraft. However it would be more than another year and half a world away before the sound barrier was definitively broken, this time for good.
Life After Geoffrey De Havilland
One more prototype was flown after the tragedy of that day, designated the VW 120 and with additional improvements. The VW120 was designed to resolve the issues and difficulties that the TG 306 faced.
The first flight of the VW 120 was on July 24, 1947, almost a year after the crash. The plane had an improved cockpit and ejection seat so that the pilot could escape safely from the plane before it crashed. Additionally, the plane was strengthened with the help of modifications so that the previous issues in flight would not arise.
The wing surfaces were now power-assisted, and the engine was also modified to reduce pilot fatigue and increase flight speed. The controls were also modified so that the pilot would more easily remain in control and fly safely.
The VW120 model went on to become the most famous De Havilland DH 108 as it was thought to have indeed broken the sound barrier on September 6, 1948. The official speed of the aircraft at this time, when the plane was in a steep dive, was Mach 1.02.
During this steep dive, the pilot lost control of the aircraft briefly but managed to reclaim it. Geoffrey de Havilland had been vindicated however: the Swallow, dangerous as it was, could achieve the impossible.
Tragedy struck two years later though, in February 1950, when the plane disintegrated in flight and was lost, once again killing its pilot. Ironically, this last crash is thought to have nothing to do with the plane itself, but was rather due to pilot incapacitation due to lack of oxygen.
After this, the Swallow program was never resurrected. The De Havilland DH 108 will always be remembered however, for her radical design, for her speed, and for the men she killed.
And, just maybe, for being the first plane to fly faster than the speed of sound.
Top Image: Beautiful but deadly: the de Havilland Swallow. Source: SDASM Archives / Public Domain.
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For the aviation industry there was only one game in town: this was the dawn of the jet era. The new engines and the power they provided transformed the world of aircraft forever, allowing them to fly higher and faster as they approached that mythical line in the sky: the sound barrier.
Officially, the sound barrier was first broken by United States test pilot Charles “Chuck” Yeager on October 14 1947. But this is the story of how the British almost got there first, and what happened to the craft that tried. This is the story of the “killer” de Havilland Swallow.
The De Havilland DH 108
There have been many aircraft designed with a single purpose, and this is certainly true of the de Havilland Swallow airplane, which was designed to fly high and fast, to evaluate handling and performance with a swept wing design. While most aviation planes developed at that time were for military operations, the Swallow, as the de Havilland was nicknamed, was developed for supersonic experiments and research purposes.
Designed with sweptback wings which allowed for faster speed at the expense of handling and agility, only three would be built. However their contribution to supersonic research cannot be overestimated.
The de Havilland DH 108 had other offshoot benefits than simple raw speed, however, and was developed in line with the de Havilland DH 106, known as the “Comet”. The Comet Jet Passenger airline program was actually the predecessor to the de Havilland DH 108 Swallow airplane, and both projects learned from each other.
The DH 108 itself was a very tricky plane to fly because of its design and focus on speed. With a large delta wing which swept back beyond the tail of the small fuselage and no horizontal stabilizers on the tailplane, it looked it echoed the Nazi “Komet”, the suicidal rocket powered interceptor of the late war.
To build it, de Havilland had also turned to a design of one of their latest, greatest designs. They cannibalized the English Electric Vampire, a fighter jet also in development, for much of the forward section of the fuselage including the cockpit.
The result was a beautiful plane that looked fast even when standing still, with the steep rake to the wings and the smooth, silver bodywork. But make no mistake, this was an aircraft on the edge of what was possible at the time, and to fly it de Havilland needed someone of exceptional skill and bravery.
They needed the de Havilland heir: Geoffrey de Havilland Jr.
The Two de Havillands
Geoffrey de Havilland was the owner and chief designer for the de Havilland aircraft company, but in 1946 he was over 60 and could not hope to effectively test his own designs. Into the breach stepped his son, Geoffrey Jr. Born into a life of experimental aircraft, the de Havilland heir had earned his pilot’s license aged 19 and flown aircraft around the world.
De Havilland’s chief test pilot since the age of 27, he had taken up the lead aircraft of every new design for almost a decade when he came to the Swallow, including the legendary Mosquito. He also flew Britain’s first jet powered aircraft, the Gloster Meteor.
Most recently, he had been involved in the development of the Vampire, and so was very familiar with the cockpit and controls of the Swallow. However this new jet aircraft, as it joined the race to fly faster than sound, was to prove very different.
Did de Havilland Jr Break the Sound Barrier?
With such a radical and new design, all characteristics and behaviors of the Swallow needed to be assessed almost from scratch. How did it behave at extremely fast speeds, or at high altitude. How did it handle when taking off or landing, or at slow speeds near the ground?
It was on one such evaluation flight that Geoffrey de Havilland Jr took prototype TG306 up over the Thames estuary to the east of London on 27 September 1946. This was the second prototype, and the first with true high speed capability: the first had been more of a testbed for the various control surfaces and overall design of the aircraft.
This swallow was powered by a de Havilland Goblin 3 turbojet. Only the second jet engine ever developed by the British, this was a radical improvement over the first and gave the Swallow a frightening amount of power and thrust.
De Havilland took the Swallow up that day to evaluate how she handled at high speed. He launched the silver dart up and over the river, turning in a lazy loop as he climbed before tipping her over into a dive as he returned to the aerodrome. As he flew towards the ground he opened the throttles and picked up speed.
The aircraft is known to have been able to fly faster than Mach 0.9 (90% of the speed of sound) and that was certainly at least as the Swallow was going in that dive. However on that day the stresses placed on the airframe by the dive and speed were too great: the pressure of air from the nose of the aircraft forced the nose down and the additional stresses tore the wings backward. The Swallow plunged to the ground and Geoffrey was killed.
- The Largest Aircraft in WW2: What happened to the “Gigant”?
- What Happened to Star Dust? The Plane Taken by the Andes
Did Geoffrey de Havilland break the sound barrier that day? Many in the industry believed that he might have, and it was certainly the trans-sonic buffeting that destroyed his aircraft. However it would be more than another year and half a world away before the sound barrier was definitively broken, this time for good.
Life After Geoffrey De Havilland
One more prototype was flown after the tragedy of that day, designated the VW 120 and with additional improvements. The VW120 was designed to resolve the issues and difficulties that the TG 306 faced.
The first flight of the VW 120 was on July 24, 1947, almost a year after the crash. The plane had an improved cockpit and ejection seat so that the pilot could escape safely from the plane before it crashed. Additionally, the plane was strengthened with the help of modifications so that the previous issues in flight would not arise.
The wing surfaces were now power-assisted, and the engine was also modified to reduce pilot fatigue and increase flight speed. The controls were also modified so that the pilot would more easily remain in control and fly safely.
The VW120 model went on to become the most famous De Havilland DH 108 as it was thought to have indeed broken the sound barrier on September 6, 1948. The official speed of the aircraft at this time, when the plane was in a steep dive, was Mach 1.02.
During this steep dive, the pilot lost control of the aircraft briefly but managed to reclaim it. Geoffrey de Havilland had been vindicated however: the Swallow, dangerous as it was, could achieve the impossible.
Tragedy struck two years later though, in February 1950, when the plane disintegrated in flight and was lost, once again killing its pilot. Ironically, this last crash is thought to have nothing to do with the plane itself, but was rather due to pilot incapacitation due to lack of oxygen.
After this, the Swallow program was never resurrected. The De Havilland DH 108 will always be remembered however, for her radical design, for her speed, and for the men she killed.
And, just maybe, for being the first plane to fly faster than the speed of sound.
Top Image: Beautiful but deadly: the de Havilland Swallow. Source: SDASM Archives / Public Domain.
By Bipin Dimri | 1,720 | ENGLISH | 1 |
The Cambridge History of English and American Literature in 18 Volumes (1907–21).
VOLUME XV. Colonial and Revolutionary Literature; Early National Literature, Part I.
§ 16. Daniel Gookin
With 1690, when the French and Indian wars began, a new kind of warfare fell on the colonies. Bands of Indians, sometimes accompanied by Frenchmen, came out of Canada, destroyed isolated settlements, and escaped to the north with large trains of captives. The victims suffered much from the strenuous marches of their captors, and from actual cruelty. Most of them were redeemed after years of exile, and they returned with thrilling stories in their mouths. Here was a new field for the historian, and it was well worked.
A distinct place must be reserved for Daniel Gookin, a Virginia Puritan who moved to Massachusetts to escape the persecutions of Governor Berkeley. He was made superintendent of Indians in his new home and showed a humane and intelligent interest in the natives that entitles him to rank with John Eliot. The retaliation of the whites in Philip’s War grieved him sorely, but the tide of wrath was so strong that his protests only made him unpopular. He wrote two books on the Indians, Historical Collections of the Indians in New England, written in 1674 (published 1792), and The Doings and Sufferings of the Christian Indians, completed in 1677 (published 1836). Gookin also wrote a History of New England which remained in manuscript and was unhappily destroyed without having been published. The author was a man of great breadth of mind and not deeply touched by the narrow ecclesiasticism of the day. He was also in a position to know about the public events of his time. His history of New England, had it been published, must have given us an important view of the subject. | <urn:uuid:7445cf4c-d180-4ae4-8076-3e3ab6811215> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://aol.bartleby.com/lit-hub/volume-xv-english-colonial-and-revolutionary-literature-early-national-literature-part-i/16-daniel-gookin/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474533.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20240224112548-20240224142548-00115.warc.gz | en | 0.981528 | 380 | 3.40625 | 3 | [
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VOLUME XV. Colonial and Revolutionary Literature; Early National Literature, Part I.
§ 16. Daniel Gookin
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The story of women’s suffrage contains many smaller stories that can help us understand the larger movement more completely. The dress reform movement is a powerful lens through which to study and teach the story of the women’s suffrage movement.
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Granville T. Woods invented “Incubator”, “Multiplex Telegraph”, “Telegraphony” and “Third Rail”
Granville Tailer Woods was an African American inventor, and the first African American to be a mechanical and civil engineer. Woods was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1856 to a native American mother and African American father, which made him a child of mixed race. He attended school in Columbus until he was 10 years old after which he became an apprentice to learn how to be a machinist and blacksmith. In 1872, at the age of 16, Woods worked as a fireman at the Danville and Southern Railroad in Missouri. In 1876, he moved to the city of Springfield in Illinois where he worked at the Springfield Iron Works.
He may have gone to college to study mechanical and electrical engineering from 1876 to 1878 but that is not documented and therefore uncertain. After finishing college, Woods got a job on board a British ship called “Ironsides”, where he quickly rose through the ranks to become the Chief Engineer. He then returned to America and took up a job as an engineer with the Dayton and Southwestern Railroad in Ohio. His interest in railways persisted throughout his life and many of his important inventions centered around it. He worked at Dayton for a little more than a year, then started his own business as an electrical engineer in Cincinnati, Ohio. Here he designed, manufactured and sold electrical equipment.
It was during this period that he began his career as an inventor. His first patent was for a steam boiler furnace to which he had made several improvements. Another important invention was a device called “telegraphony” which was a combination of a telephone and telegraph and allowed telegraph stations to send voice as well as telegraph messages all in a single wire. The rights to this invention were sold to Alexander Graham Bell of Bell Labs and the money allowed Woods to stop worrying about his financial situation and focus solely on inventing like he wanted to do.
One of his most important inventions was the “Synchronous Multiplex Railway Telegraph” also known as the “induction telegraph” – a device which allowed moving trains to communicate with stations via voice. This allowed better synchronization and coordination and also helped in hazard identification and management, such as potential problems on the tracks and changing routes if necessary. After Woods has patented it, Thomas Edison filed a lawsuit against him claiming that he had invented this first. Woods was successfully able to defend his patent in court, and Edison later approached Woods to take him on as a partner. This offer, however, was refused by Woods. People started referring to him as “Black Edison” because of his significant achievements in the same field as Edison.
Woods then reorganized his business, calling it “Woods Electric Co.” and taking on his brother Lyates Woods as a partner. Here Woods designed some of his most important inventions such as an “Overhead Conducting System for Electric Railways”, that is, an apparatus to provide electric power to railways. He had inventions in fields other than electrical engineering and railways as well, for instance an egg incubation device. In all, he held more than 50 patents over his lifetime. He was remarkable, not only for being one of the foremost African American engineers and inventors and for his contribution to the fields of railway technology and communication, but also because he was largely self taught. Granville T. Woods died on January 30, 1910, in New York City at the age of 53. | <urn:uuid:c425d3bd-9df6-44f6-8a11-14c146d998c2> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.famousinventors.info/granville-t-woods/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474676.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20240227153053-20240227183053-00184.warc.gz | en | 0.991395 | 743 | 3.40625 | 3 | [
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0.17808800935... | 1 | Granville T. Woods invented “Incubator”, “Multiplex Telegraph”, “Telegraphony” and “Third Rail”
Granville Tailer Woods was an African American inventor, and the first African American to be a mechanical and civil engineer. Woods was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1856 to a native American mother and African American father, which made him a child of mixed race. He attended school in Columbus until he was 10 years old after which he became an apprentice to learn how to be a machinist and blacksmith. In 1872, at the age of 16, Woods worked as a fireman at the Danville and Southern Railroad in Missouri. In 1876, he moved to the city of Springfield in Illinois where he worked at the Springfield Iron Works.
He may have gone to college to study mechanical and electrical engineering from 1876 to 1878 but that is not documented and therefore uncertain. After finishing college, Woods got a job on board a British ship called “Ironsides”, where he quickly rose through the ranks to become the Chief Engineer. He then returned to America and took up a job as an engineer with the Dayton and Southwestern Railroad in Ohio. His interest in railways persisted throughout his life and many of his important inventions centered around it. He worked at Dayton for a little more than a year, then started his own business as an electrical engineer in Cincinnati, Ohio. Here he designed, manufactured and sold electrical equipment.
It was during this period that he began his career as an inventor. His first patent was for a steam boiler furnace to which he had made several improvements. Another important invention was a device called “telegraphony” which was a combination of a telephone and telegraph and allowed telegraph stations to send voice as well as telegraph messages all in a single wire. The rights to this invention were sold to Alexander Graham Bell of Bell Labs and the money allowed Woods to stop worrying about his financial situation and focus solely on inventing like he wanted to do.
One of his most important inventions was the “Synchronous Multiplex Railway Telegraph” also known as the “induction telegraph” – a device which allowed moving trains to communicate with stations via voice. This allowed better synchronization and coordination and also helped in hazard identification and management, such as potential problems on the tracks and changing routes if necessary. After Woods has patented it, Thomas Edison filed a lawsuit against him claiming that he had invented this first. Woods was successfully able to defend his patent in court, and Edison later approached Woods to take him on as a partner. This offer, however, was refused by Woods. People started referring to him as “Black Edison” because of his significant achievements in the same field as Edison.
Woods then reorganized his business, calling it “Woods Electric Co.” and taking on his brother Lyates Woods as a partner. Here Woods designed some of his most important inventions such as an “Overhead Conducting System for Electric Railways”, that is, an apparatus to provide electric power to railways. He had inventions in fields other than electrical engineering and railways as well, for instance an egg incubation device. In all, he held more than 50 patents over his lifetime. He was remarkable, not only for being one of the foremost African American engineers and inventors and for his contribution to the fields of railway technology and communication, but also because he was largely self taught. Granville T. Woods died on January 30, 1910, in New York City at the age of 53. | 738 | ENGLISH | 1 |
America truly is the salad bowl of cultures from around the whole world. However, there is often times a dominating cultural structure that makes it difficult to attain peace among the diverse cultural groups of America. Sherman Alexie’s short story, Because my Father Always Said He Was the Only Indian Who Saw Jimi Hendrix Play ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ at Woodstock, displays the difficulty of the Native American people having to cope with the dominating culture that they are inevitably being shoved into.
The main character Victor, a young boy who reflects much of Alexie’s personal traits, tells the story and struggle of his people through the life of his father. His father was a Native American man, troubled by the hardships of life on the reservation, who sought to escape his troubles by immersing himself into drinking, music and riding his motor cycle. The story is centered on one event in which Victor’s Father, after being released from prison for beating a National Guard Private, hitchhikes to Woodstock where he sees Jimi Hendrix play the Star Spangled Banner.
Jimi Hendrix’s rendition of the Star Spangled Banner becomes a key reference in the short story, addressing the relationship of Victor and his father, the hardship of living in a society hostile to the Native American heritage, and war. In his short story, Alexie utilizes comparison and contrast between the young and old generations displayed in the relationship between Victor and his father in order to show the lack of understanding and relatablility between the different generations.
William Faulker's " A Rose for Emily" tells the story of a young woman who is violated by her father's strict mentality. After being the only man in her life Emily's father dies and she finds it hard to let go. Emily was raised in the ante-bellum period before the Civil War. This story takes place in the Reconstruction Era after the war when the North takes control of the South. Like her father, ...
Alexie also uses personification of music and alcoholism as generators of freedom, in order to communicate to the American and Native American people, the lingering damage of Native American people assimilating into a hostile and foreign, dominant culture, and how to cope with the clashing of two cultures. It is important to note that Alexie’s short story not only communicates the damage done by the assimilation of the Native American culture, but suggests that there be a conclusion to it- a form of coping with it- a solution.
This essay will explore how and why Alexie uses such textual strategies in order to communicate his message to his audience, and how successful he was in doing all of this. This Paragraph will explore Alexie’s comparison and contrast between the younger and older generation of Native Americans displayed in Victor and his father’s relationship. This comparison highlights the pain of the older generation and the ease of the younger generation in the process of assimilating into a predominately white culture, which effectively damages the Native American people as a whole.
Alexie used Victor as the narrating voice in the short story. His account of his childhood was the most accurate and credible of all the characters in the short story because of his innocence and unbiased nature. Through this, Alexie already distinguishes Victor (the younger generation), from his parents, specifically his father, (the older generation).
Victor’s generation was born into a time period that already had undergone the process of assimilation into American culture.
It was already an accepted, normal part of life, because that’s all he knew. So it wasn’t hard for him to accept the way his people were treated, because he was not personally afflicted with the pain in dealing with the horrible treatment of his people. In contrast, his father was a wounded soul, searching for ways to escape from his anger and pain. The first information that we receive about Victor’s father is that he’s a fighter.
He makes a social statement against the injustice of his people and the hypocrisy of Americans fighting for peace in Vietnam, while oppressing the Native American people within their own country by beating the National Guard Private at a peace rally. He fought reality and the difficulty of living in a culture that inevitably didn’t accept him. His father said, “What’s real? I ain’t interested in what’s real. I’m interested in how things should be. ” He refused to accept the injustice that he lived in, so he fought.
Brandy Barefoot. Williams English 112-21-31-02 The American Perspective The basic idea of the American Dream generally has stayed the same throughout time, although the majority of Americans seem to take the Dream for granted. The first settlers arrived to the New World in search of a treasure: life, liberty, and freedom. This treasure was and still is the American Dream. Now people from all over ...
His father’s fighting spirit never rested; according to him, “Indians are pretty much born soldiers…. ” There was a distinguishable difference between how Victor and his father thought. As Victor dreamt about his father’s experience at Woodstock and tried to gain some sort of commonality and understanding with his father he said, “But as much as I dream about it, I don’t have any clue about what it meant to my father to be the only Indian who saw Jimi Hendrix play at Woodstock. ” He realized that he had no idea how to relate to his father.
His generation had no idea how to relate to the wounded generation of his father’s. The assimilation of the Native American people into the unaccepting American culture caused an un-relatable, un-mendable, and incomprehensible separation of thought and relationship between the young and old generations. There was a chasm created by the breaking of a culture. Alexie showed the brokenness of the Native American people through the personification of Jimi Hendrix’s music and alcoholism in Victor’s Father. His father was constantly in a state of medicating his anger.
Alcohol and Jimi Hendrix both offered his father a source of freedom. Jimi Hendrix was similar to Victor’s father in that he was known as an angry and rebellious man. He lived a dangerous life of drug addiction and violence and died at the young age of 28. His Star Spangled Banner in particular was a cluttered and emotional story of war and the fight for freedom in America. The way Hendrix took the time in between the traditional melody to display the roaring and confusion and violence of “the rocket’s red glare” and “the bombs bursting in air” showed the emotion that Hendrix felt while playing it.
He played as if he were fighting in that war. Victor’s father identified with that; he said, “After all the shit I’d been through, I figured Jimi must have known I was there in the crowd to play something like that. It was exactly how I felt. ” Music, became the bridge for Victor’s father to be able to relate to the common world and express his emotions. In the same way, alcohol was the only way his father was able to offer a relationship with Victor, or anyone for that matter. Victor recalled how his father “didn’t talk much when he was sober.
The Essay on The Status of Native Culture and Identity In Contemporary Society Depicted In Thomas King’s Borders
Thomas King’s Borders, is a first person narrative designed to represent the continuing loss of identity experienced by the native population in contemporary North America. Borders tells the story of a native family living on a reservation located close to the Albertan-Montanan boarder in Western Canada. The protagonist of Borders is the unnamed mother of the family, who by refusing to properly ...
” And any time his parents were making love it was described as ferocious, passionate, unpredictable, selfish, drunken and loud. They had to intoxicate themselves to the point of passing out in order to conjure up enough affection for each other to have sex. Alcoholism and music became characters of their own, apart from Victor’s parents. They were Victor’s relationship and understanding with his father. Victor had to grow up without the true presence of his father; and he had to deal with it. Just like Jimi Hendrix, his father couldn’t live in peace in a society that didn’t accept him.
The way that Alexie writes is compelling to say the least. The perversion of the Native American culture and the underlying tone of hatred toward the White American culture are obviously seen by the audience. The general American audience could easily read this piece and understand the frustration of the Native American people. Alexie was successful in subtly placing responsibility on the dominant American culture to be more accepting and to in the least seek to understand the Native American people. The Native American audience can read this piece and identify with the difficulties described in it.
The title of this short story itself is provocative and successful in drawing in both the American and Native American audience. The word “because” in the beginning of the title offers that Alexie has a point to prove to his audience, and also suggest that there ought to be a conclusion to his view. Alexie’s view of assimilating the Native American people into a hostile and dominating culture is that it is harmful to the Native American culture and creates hostility between the Americans and Native Americans. It also suggests that there should be a way to cope with this problem.
Though Alexie was successful in communicating to the American audience, their role in coping with the difficulties of assimilation, Alexie was less successful in communicating to his Native American audience. Alexie doesn’t offer much hope to the Native American people. He shows the brokenness of the culture through the alcoholism and violence and intolerance of Victor’s father. He shows the pacifism and possible weakness of those who tolerate the injustice and hold onto the old pieces of culture through Victor’s mother.
Blues Music As A Vivid Reflection of The Black American Life And Culture Blues can be justly called the Black-American music. It reflects the history and culture of the blacks in America from the times when they were slaves till the present days. Translating the emotion into music, blues performers cry, hum, moan, plead, rasp, shout, and howl lyrics and wordless sounds while creating instrumental ...
And the only solution that Alexie leaves Victor with is to deal with the problems that he’s been given. Victor wishes and dreams about having a relationship with his father, while playing his videogames and accepting the culture in which he lives in. But how does that solve the gap in the two cultures, and the brokenness within the Native American culture? If Alexie’s goal was to offer some solution to this problem, he was unsuccessful in giving his people any kind of hope. The Native American people know the injustice and hardship that they were victims of.
The only options that Alexie offered were to be a rebellious and angry individual like Victor’s father, a compliant individual like Victor’s mother, or an individual that gives up the dreams of successfully merging these two cultures and lives life however it’s given, like Victor. Not every Native American is stuck within these three options. Alexie’s short story was over all compelling and decently successful, however would have been more powerful had he spoken to his people from a stance of hope, rather than defeat. | <urn:uuid:535bcf86-d8af-465f-93f4-4050f31a4f55> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://educheer.com/essays/textual-analysis-of-alexie-e-s-e-cbecause-my-father-always-said-ea-e-d/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474676.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20240227153053-20240227183053-00758.warc.gz | en | 0.98018 | 2,411 | 3.265625 | 3 | [
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-0.0956876724958419... | 1 | America truly is the salad bowl of cultures from around the whole world. However, there is often times a dominating cultural structure that makes it difficult to attain peace among the diverse cultural groups of America. Sherman Alexie’s short story, Because my Father Always Said He Was the Only Indian Who Saw Jimi Hendrix Play ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ at Woodstock, displays the difficulty of the Native American people having to cope with the dominating culture that they are inevitably being shoved into.
The main character Victor, a young boy who reflects much of Alexie’s personal traits, tells the story and struggle of his people through the life of his father. His father was a Native American man, troubled by the hardships of life on the reservation, who sought to escape his troubles by immersing himself into drinking, music and riding his motor cycle. The story is centered on one event in which Victor’s Father, after being released from prison for beating a National Guard Private, hitchhikes to Woodstock where he sees Jimi Hendrix play the Star Spangled Banner.
Jimi Hendrix’s rendition of the Star Spangled Banner becomes a key reference in the short story, addressing the relationship of Victor and his father, the hardship of living in a society hostile to the Native American heritage, and war. In his short story, Alexie utilizes comparison and contrast between the young and old generations displayed in the relationship between Victor and his father in order to show the lack of understanding and relatablility between the different generations.
William Faulker's " A Rose for Emily" tells the story of a young woman who is violated by her father's strict mentality. After being the only man in her life Emily's father dies and she finds it hard to let go. Emily was raised in the ante-bellum period before the Civil War. This story takes place in the Reconstruction Era after the war when the North takes control of the South. Like her father, ...
Alexie also uses personification of music and alcoholism as generators of freedom, in order to communicate to the American and Native American people, the lingering damage of Native American people assimilating into a hostile and foreign, dominant culture, and how to cope with the clashing of two cultures. It is important to note that Alexie’s short story not only communicates the damage done by the assimilation of the Native American culture, but suggests that there be a conclusion to it- a form of coping with it- a solution.
This essay will explore how and why Alexie uses such textual strategies in order to communicate his message to his audience, and how successful he was in doing all of this. This Paragraph will explore Alexie’s comparison and contrast between the younger and older generation of Native Americans displayed in Victor and his father’s relationship. This comparison highlights the pain of the older generation and the ease of the younger generation in the process of assimilating into a predominately white culture, which effectively damages the Native American people as a whole.
Alexie used Victor as the narrating voice in the short story. His account of his childhood was the most accurate and credible of all the characters in the short story because of his innocence and unbiased nature. Through this, Alexie already distinguishes Victor (the younger generation), from his parents, specifically his father, (the older generation).
Victor’s generation was born into a time period that already had undergone the process of assimilation into American culture.
It was already an accepted, normal part of life, because that’s all he knew. So it wasn’t hard for him to accept the way his people were treated, because he was not personally afflicted with the pain in dealing with the horrible treatment of his people. In contrast, his father was a wounded soul, searching for ways to escape from his anger and pain. The first information that we receive about Victor’s father is that he’s a fighter.
He makes a social statement against the injustice of his people and the hypocrisy of Americans fighting for peace in Vietnam, while oppressing the Native American people within their own country by beating the National Guard Private at a peace rally. He fought reality and the difficulty of living in a culture that inevitably didn’t accept him. His father said, “What’s real? I ain’t interested in what’s real. I’m interested in how things should be. ” He refused to accept the injustice that he lived in, so he fought.
Brandy Barefoot. Williams English 112-21-31-02 The American Perspective The basic idea of the American Dream generally has stayed the same throughout time, although the majority of Americans seem to take the Dream for granted. The first settlers arrived to the New World in search of a treasure: life, liberty, and freedom. This treasure was and still is the American Dream. Now people from all over ...
His father’s fighting spirit never rested; according to him, “Indians are pretty much born soldiers…. ” There was a distinguishable difference between how Victor and his father thought. As Victor dreamt about his father’s experience at Woodstock and tried to gain some sort of commonality and understanding with his father he said, “But as much as I dream about it, I don’t have any clue about what it meant to my father to be the only Indian who saw Jimi Hendrix play at Woodstock. ” He realized that he had no idea how to relate to his father.
His generation had no idea how to relate to the wounded generation of his father’s. The assimilation of the Native American people into the unaccepting American culture caused an un-relatable, un-mendable, and incomprehensible separation of thought and relationship between the young and old generations. There was a chasm created by the breaking of a culture. Alexie showed the brokenness of the Native American people through the personification of Jimi Hendrix’s music and alcoholism in Victor’s Father. His father was constantly in a state of medicating his anger.
Alcohol and Jimi Hendrix both offered his father a source of freedom. Jimi Hendrix was similar to Victor’s father in that he was known as an angry and rebellious man. He lived a dangerous life of drug addiction and violence and died at the young age of 28. His Star Spangled Banner in particular was a cluttered and emotional story of war and the fight for freedom in America. The way Hendrix took the time in between the traditional melody to display the roaring and confusion and violence of “the rocket’s red glare” and “the bombs bursting in air” showed the emotion that Hendrix felt while playing it.
He played as if he were fighting in that war. Victor’s father identified with that; he said, “After all the shit I’d been through, I figured Jimi must have known I was there in the crowd to play something like that. It was exactly how I felt. ” Music, became the bridge for Victor’s father to be able to relate to the common world and express his emotions. In the same way, alcohol was the only way his father was able to offer a relationship with Victor, or anyone for that matter. Victor recalled how his father “didn’t talk much when he was sober.
The Essay on The Status of Native Culture and Identity In Contemporary Society Depicted In Thomas King’s Borders
Thomas King’s Borders, is a first person narrative designed to represent the continuing loss of identity experienced by the native population in contemporary North America. Borders tells the story of a native family living on a reservation located close to the Albertan-Montanan boarder in Western Canada. The protagonist of Borders is the unnamed mother of the family, who by refusing to properly ...
” And any time his parents were making love it was described as ferocious, passionate, unpredictable, selfish, drunken and loud. They had to intoxicate themselves to the point of passing out in order to conjure up enough affection for each other to have sex. Alcoholism and music became characters of their own, apart from Victor’s parents. They were Victor’s relationship and understanding with his father. Victor had to grow up without the true presence of his father; and he had to deal with it. Just like Jimi Hendrix, his father couldn’t live in peace in a society that didn’t accept him.
The way that Alexie writes is compelling to say the least. The perversion of the Native American culture and the underlying tone of hatred toward the White American culture are obviously seen by the audience. The general American audience could easily read this piece and understand the frustration of the Native American people. Alexie was successful in subtly placing responsibility on the dominant American culture to be more accepting and to in the least seek to understand the Native American people. The Native American audience can read this piece and identify with the difficulties described in it.
The title of this short story itself is provocative and successful in drawing in both the American and Native American audience. The word “because” in the beginning of the title offers that Alexie has a point to prove to his audience, and also suggest that there ought to be a conclusion to his view. Alexie’s view of assimilating the Native American people into a hostile and dominating culture is that it is harmful to the Native American culture and creates hostility between the Americans and Native Americans. It also suggests that there should be a way to cope with this problem.
Though Alexie was successful in communicating to the American audience, their role in coping with the difficulties of assimilation, Alexie was less successful in communicating to his Native American audience. Alexie doesn’t offer much hope to the Native American people. He shows the brokenness of the culture through the alcoholism and violence and intolerance of Victor’s father. He shows the pacifism and possible weakness of those who tolerate the injustice and hold onto the old pieces of culture through Victor’s mother.
Blues Music As A Vivid Reflection of The Black American Life And Culture Blues can be justly called the Black-American music. It reflects the history and culture of the blacks in America from the times when they were slaves till the present days. Translating the emotion into music, blues performers cry, hum, moan, plead, rasp, shout, and howl lyrics and wordless sounds while creating instrumental ...
And the only solution that Alexie leaves Victor with is to deal with the problems that he’s been given. Victor wishes and dreams about having a relationship with his father, while playing his videogames and accepting the culture in which he lives in. But how does that solve the gap in the two cultures, and the brokenness within the Native American culture? If Alexie’s goal was to offer some solution to this problem, he was unsuccessful in giving his people any kind of hope. The Native American people know the injustice and hardship that they were victims of.
The only options that Alexie offered were to be a rebellious and angry individual like Victor’s father, a compliant individual like Victor’s mother, or an individual that gives up the dreams of successfully merging these two cultures and lives life however it’s given, like Victor. Not every Native American is stuck within these three options. Alexie’s short story was over all compelling and decently successful, however would have been more powerful had he spoken to his people from a stance of hope, rather than defeat. | 2,297 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Hello in this paper Im going to define, discuss Political Economy in Ancient Greece. Politcal Economy is the earlier name for economics , the Ancient Greeks came up with the name but in the late 19th Century economists decided economics is a better shorter name. The economy in Ancient Greeks were based on Agriculture,Crafts, Trade, Taxation and Currency . Agriculture was imporant to the Ancient Greeks because it employed up to 80% of the Greek population. Agriculture consisted of olive trees, grapevines, herbs, vegetables, and oil producing plants . Goats and sheeps were the most common form of livestock, they also kept bees to produce honey. Crafts were also a big part of the Ancient Greeks economy much of the craftsman were poor and thats …show more content…
Trade was also a big figure in the Ancient Greek 's economy Greeks main exports were pottery, wine, metalwork and olive oil. They trade with other people from Sicily,Ethopia, Cathage, Arabia and Egypt. Women often sold perfume and ribbons in the market place. Honestly I think Trade was the biggest economic increase, the reason I say that is bcause the Greeks traded stuff they did not need for things they did need to survive and grow, without that I believe they would of died and would not of lasted. Direct Taxiation was a tax on the wealthy or very rich, they got lucky though its not like todays taxes. The rich only got taxed when needed usually when there was a war going on. Indirect taxes was a differnet story they were taxes that were levied on houses, slaves, herds, flocks, wines, hay and anything else they could see potential in. Currency was one of last things that made up the Economy , early currency was made up of an alloy of gold and silver. Later on they started making coins out of pure silver they got all the pure silver from the mines of Pangaeon hills. They were …show more content…
Part2 My example of Political Economy in the text book is on pg 169 in 'The STRUCTURE OF ARCHAIC STATES '. “The Archaic Greeks were relatively weak as a social class , so were the institutions of the states they controlled.” Pg169. They didnt have modern government agenicies to control finances so they used Oligarchs and Tyrants to take responsibility to pay for war and religion. The Oligarchs and Tyrants were more worried about war and religion allowances than making and saving money for infrastructures such as roads, bridges, and buildings, things that would allow more people to want to come and actually to be apart of there society and help boost the economy. They spent more money on religion than they did war. They spent more on an big stone temple than they did a whole hoplite war. They would also have huge festivals that had beef which many of the citizens only ate then because it was a speciality back then , That festival also cost more than war each year. The Greek did do good in the economy by minting coins, but most of there revenue came from inports and exports and traders paying fees to use harbors and markets. The Arachaic Greece were
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The Ancient Greek civilization was a cultural center and the location of scholars. Even in the Age of Revolution, Greece united itself through nationalism to gain independence from the Ottoman Turks. What happened? The Clutters were murdered in their home, and Greece is in the midst of a horrific financial crisis. The tight-knit
Political Before the prominent Code of Hammurabi was established, rulers Ur-namma and Lipit-Ishtar also set lists of laws which consented their actions and often were political motivations. The laws made by Ur-namma and Lipit-Ishtar consisted of a prologue and an epilogue and had a popular repeating theme -- the authority of gods. The Code of Hammurabi remains one of the greatest early examples of juridical literature.
Have you ever wondered how trading came to be? Today I will answer this question. Type your Claim/Thesis statement in the box: Trade started in the second century BC when civilizations wanted others things, peacefully. The route originated from Chang 'an in the east and ended at the Mediterranean in the west, linking China with the Roman Empire. (A- Map)
The rich people began ruling the civilizations whether they actually knew anything or not. Everyone else was basically forced into poverty during that time. People would make pottery just to earn some money it got so bad. This is an example of Greek not being a democracy because in a democracy everyone gets a say, and during that time only the rich people had a say in who became the leaders. I started out with the question, were the Greeks very democratic?
Many of the ancient lands we learn about in school are situated in river valleys teeming with silt that’s just waiting for stuff to be grown in it. This doesn’t make things easy for them, exactly, but, at the very least, that part of their life is taken care of. They can get both water and food from these river valleys they call home, as well as wealth from trading their crops. This was the case for both Mesopotamia and Egypt. Ancient Greece, however, as stated in Document 1, did not have these advantages.
Greece DBQ Theater, government, and religion were all essential parts of ancient Greek culture. A unique trait which all of these aspects of ancient Greek society shared was progression and development. Theater progressed from simply relaying stories to tackling controversial topics which sparked discussion. Government showed growth and progression in both Sparta and Athens. Sparta developed a militaristic society which eliminated socioeconomic inequality and Athens’s monarchy evolved into a free democracy where people’s voices were heard.
The Ancient Greek Economy and the Modern Economic Foundations Today 's Date: November 25, 2017 To search type and press enter Advanced Search Home » History » Europe » A Comparison of the French Revolution and American Revolution A Comparison of the French Revolution and American Revolution Posted by Nicole Smith, Dec 7, 2011EuropeComments ClosedPrint Both the American Revolution and French Revolution were the products of Enlightenment ideals that emphasized the idea of natural rights and equality.
Introduction The history of Western civilization was influenced by the Ancient Greece in more than a few ways, for instance, they inspired various achievements that shaped the early foundation of civilization in the west, and other parts of the world. Some of these developments arose during renaissance and industrial revolution, and impacted on various aspects of the modern world including philosophy, politics, education, and religion. Essentially, the Greeks accomplished great feats in these aspects of life, and the Ancient Greek Culture is popularly known as the birthplace of Western civilization. The purpose of this essay is to analyze how the ancient Greek’s political structure played an important role in the world history considering the fact that it had a noteworthy influence on Western Civilization.
We can also learn about what was viewed as immoral or of little value. In addition, reviewing the Greek myths allows us to determine that the Greek society was generally a patriarchal society and agricultural and war were strong elements that shaped the ancient Greek society. Greek mythology and religion were integral parts of the ancient Greek society. The Greeks followed a polytheist religion in which multiple gods represented various aspects of the nature as well as skills practiced by mankind. From myths we can see that the Greeks worshipped the gods in the myths as they believed that humans were created by gods and the gods still walked amongst them so this would significantly alter mankind’s
Greeks became skilled people and traders. Retaining a plentitude of raw materials for construction. They built some of the most impressive structures in history. Mountains were a big thing but mostly a negative effect on this civilization for agriculture. The Seas were also a very big thing and had a great positive effect on this civilization for food and trading.
Market and economy in ancient Greek civilizations were heavily dependent on trade from other city states. Before, people traded various things such as gold and copper. Trade was used to expand their territory and to gather new knowledge from other city states. Ancient Greeks used ships in trading(which doubled as military ships). Today, trade is still very important for the economy.
Regarding economy, the bases old Greece and old Rome was agriculture. Greeks lived on little wheat creating ranches however had poor days due to shameful agribusiness rehearses while Romans had turned towards estates, delivering olive oil and wine. Socially, both the Greek and Roman believed in a hierarchy. Greece isolated their social frameworks into five classes: slaves, freedmen, natives and ladies.
The Polis and Ancient Greek Life To the Ancient Greeks, the Polis was the center of their way of life. From socializing to conducting business to even deciding whether to go to war, the Polis was a very important aspect of the Greek’s lives. In the essay, the functions of the Polis will be discussed along with how the Polis managed to bring about the formation of Democracy, with the Polis of the city of Athens being the main example. The importance of the Polis will be explored through this essay because without the Polis, Democracy as we know it may not have ever formed. In ancient Greece, the Polis was the center of everything, consisting of the main town, but also farms and villages surrounding the polis.
The system of government was based on philosophy rather than belief of something higher like gods. The Greeks believed in the ability of men to think rationally and govern based on reason. Greece believed more in what they could see. The Greeks government was run through the citizens, it was voted on who would rule; it was not like India where the rulers were based on patriarchy. Some might argue that Ancient India and Greece were more similar rather than different, however Greece and India were more different than they were similar. | <urn:uuid:946242be-0f1c-4d2b-8f24-f7aa9ac4e648> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.ipl.org/essay/Political-Economy-In-Ancient-Greece-P3V4GXK6CE8R | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474643.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225203035-20240225233035-00344.warc.gz | en | 0.98094 | 2,042 | 3.375 | 3 | [
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0.414403647184... | 1 | Hello in this paper Im going to define, discuss Political Economy in Ancient Greece. Politcal Economy is the earlier name for economics , the Ancient Greeks came up with the name but in the late 19th Century economists decided economics is a better shorter name. The economy in Ancient Greeks were based on Agriculture,Crafts, Trade, Taxation and Currency . Agriculture was imporant to the Ancient Greeks because it employed up to 80% of the Greek population. Agriculture consisted of olive trees, grapevines, herbs, vegetables, and oil producing plants . Goats and sheeps were the most common form of livestock, they also kept bees to produce honey. Crafts were also a big part of the Ancient Greeks economy much of the craftsman were poor and thats …show more content…
Trade was also a big figure in the Ancient Greek 's economy Greeks main exports were pottery, wine, metalwork and olive oil. They trade with other people from Sicily,Ethopia, Cathage, Arabia and Egypt. Women often sold perfume and ribbons in the market place. Honestly I think Trade was the biggest economic increase, the reason I say that is bcause the Greeks traded stuff they did not need for things they did need to survive and grow, without that I believe they would of died and would not of lasted. Direct Taxiation was a tax on the wealthy or very rich, they got lucky though its not like todays taxes. The rich only got taxed when needed usually when there was a war going on. Indirect taxes was a differnet story they were taxes that were levied on houses, slaves, herds, flocks, wines, hay and anything else they could see potential in. Currency was one of last things that made up the Economy , early currency was made up of an alloy of gold and silver. Later on they started making coins out of pure silver they got all the pure silver from the mines of Pangaeon hills. They were …show more content…
Part2 My example of Political Economy in the text book is on pg 169 in 'The STRUCTURE OF ARCHAIC STATES '. “The Archaic Greeks were relatively weak as a social class , so were the institutions of the states they controlled.” Pg169. They didnt have modern government agenicies to control finances so they used Oligarchs and Tyrants to take responsibility to pay for war and religion. The Oligarchs and Tyrants were more worried about war and religion allowances than making and saving money for infrastructures such as roads, bridges, and buildings, things that would allow more people to want to come and actually to be apart of there society and help boost the economy. They spent more money on religion than they did war. They spent more on an big stone temple than they did a whole hoplite war. They would also have huge festivals that had beef which many of the citizens only ate then because it was a speciality back then , That festival also cost more than war each year. The Greek did do good in the economy by minting coins, but most of there revenue came from inports and exports and traders paying fees to use harbors and markets. The Arachaic Greece were
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The Ancient Greek civilization was a cultural center and the location of scholars. Even in the Age of Revolution, Greece united itself through nationalism to gain independence from the Ottoman Turks. What happened? The Clutters were murdered in their home, and Greece is in the midst of a horrific financial crisis. The tight-knit
Political Before the prominent Code of Hammurabi was established, rulers Ur-namma and Lipit-Ishtar also set lists of laws which consented their actions and often were political motivations. The laws made by Ur-namma and Lipit-Ishtar consisted of a prologue and an epilogue and had a popular repeating theme -- the authority of gods. The Code of Hammurabi remains one of the greatest early examples of juridical literature.
Have you ever wondered how trading came to be? Today I will answer this question. Type your Claim/Thesis statement in the box: Trade started in the second century BC when civilizations wanted others things, peacefully. The route originated from Chang 'an in the east and ended at the Mediterranean in the west, linking China with the Roman Empire. (A- Map)
The rich people began ruling the civilizations whether they actually knew anything or not. Everyone else was basically forced into poverty during that time. People would make pottery just to earn some money it got so bad. This is an example of Greek not being a democracy because in a democracy everyone gets a say, and during that time only the rich people had a say in who became the leaders. I started out with the question, were the Greeks very democratic?
Many of the ancient lands we learn about in school are situated in river valleys teeming with silt that’s just waiting for stuff to be grown in it. This doesn’t make things easy for them, exactly, but, at the very least, that part of their life is taken care of. They can get both water and food from these river valleys they call home, as well as wealth from trading their crops. This was the case for both Mesopotamia and Egypt. Ancient Greece, however, as stated in Document 1, did not have these advantages.
Greece DBQ Theater, government, and religion were all essential parts of ancient Greek culture. A unique trait which all of these aspects of ancient Greek society shared was progression and development. Theater progressed from simply relaying stories to tackling controversial topics which sparked discussion. Government showed growth and progression in both Sparta and Athens. Sparta developed a militaristic society which eliminated socioeconomic inequality and Athens’s monarchy evolved into a free democracy where people’s voices were heard.
The Ancient Greek Economy and the Modern Economic Foundations Today 's Date: November 25, 2017 To search type and press enter Advanced Search Home » History » Europe » A Comparison of the French Revolution and American Revolution A Comparison of the French Revolution and American Revolution Posted by Nicole Smith, Dec 7, 2011EuropeComments ClosedPrint Both the American Revolution and French Revolution were the products of Enlightenment ideals that emphasized the idea of natural rights and equality.
Introduction The history of Western civilization was influenced by the Ancient Greece in more than a few ways, for instance, they inspired various achievements that shaped the early foundation of civilization in the west, and other parts of the world. Some of these developments arose during renaissance and industrial revolution, and impacted on various aspects of the modern world including philosophy, politics, education, and religion. Essentially, the Greeks accomplished great feats in these aspects of life, and the Ancient Greek Culture is popularly known as the birthplace of Western civilization. The purpose of this essay is to analyze how the ancient Greek’s political structure played an important role in the world history considering the fact that it had a noteworthy influence on Western Civilization.
We can also learn about what was viewed as immoral or of little value. In addition, reviewing the Greek myths allows us to determine that the Greek society was generally a patriarchal society and agricultural and war were strong elements that shaped the ancient Greek society. Greek mythology and religion were integral parts of the ancient Greek society. The Greeks followed a polytheist religion in which multiple gods represented various aspects of the nature as well as skills practiced by mankind. From myths we can see that the Greeks worshipped the gods in the myths as they believed that humans were created by gods and the gods still walked amongst them so this would significantly alter mankind’s
Greeks became skilled people and traders. Retaining a plentitude of raw materials for construction. They built some of the most impressive structures in history. Mountains were a big thing but mostly a negative effect on this civilization for agriculture. The Seas were also a very big thing and had a great positive effect on this civilization for food and trading.
Market and economy in ancient Greek civilizations were heavily dependent on trade from other city states. Before, people traded various things such as gold and copper. Trade was used to expand their territory and to gather new knowledge from other city states. Ancient Greeks used ships in trading(which doubled as military ships). Today, trade is still very important for the economy.
Regarding economy, the bases old Greece and old Rome was agriculture. Greeks lived on little wheat creating ranches however had poor days due to shameful agribusiness rehearses while Romans had turned towards estates, delivering olive oil and wine. Socially, both the Greek and Roman believed in a hierarchy. Greece isolated their social frameworks into five classes: slaves, freedmen, natives and ladies.
The Polis and Ancient Greek Life To the Ancient Greeks, the Polis was the center of their way of life. From socializing to conducting business to even deciding whether to go to war, the Polis was a very important aspect of the Greek’s lives. In the essay, the functions of the Polis will be discussed along with how the Polis managed to bring about the formation of Democracy, with the Polis of the city of Athens being the main example. The importance of the Polis will be explored through this essay because without the Polis, Democracy as we know it may not have ever formed. In ancient Greece, the Polis was the center of everything, consisting of the main town, but also farms and villages surrounding the polis.
The system of government was based on philosophy rather than belief of something higher like gods. The Greeks believed in the ability of men to think rationally and govern based on reason. Greece believed more in what they could see. The Greeks government was run through the citizens, it was voted on who would rule; it was not like India where the rulers were based on patriarchy. Some might argue that Ancient India and Greece were more similar rather than different, however Greece and India were more different than they were similar. | 2,026 | ENGLISH | 1 |
In 500 BC, in a relatively obscure kingdom in Italy, a noblewoman was raped by the son of the king. 2,200 years later, the American Constitution was enshrined into law after the success of the American Revolution. If you believe in the butterfly effect, you may think that the latter might have never happened without the former.
In October 2023, when the cast of the iconic play Les Misérables performed at the Sondheim Theatre in London, they launched into their famous protest song, ‘Do You Hear the People Sing?’ as a part of their act. But what happened after that was entirely unscripted. The stage was abruptly taken over by activists from the Just Stop Oil movement as their t-shirts and banners proclaimed, while they chanted to the audience to ‘join the rebellion’.
Throughout history, women have often played a pivotal but underappreciated role in political resistance. Traditional gender norms of the mid-20th century placed women in less political roles; they were subservient housewives. In reality, many women have been crucial in the fight against totalitarian regimes, the Mirabals illustrating as such.
This article will argue that although there were many reasons for the Iranian Revolution, the main cause was fundamentally Shi’ite religion and the rise of Ayatollah Khomeini in sustaining and succeeding with the revolution. There are other causes to consider when analysing the revolution. By the late 1970s, monarchies were fading around Europe and the Continue Reading | <urn:uuid:8d294aa8-b350-4fc9-bb47-90a647f91db8> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://manchesterhistorian.com/tag/revolution/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473360.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221002544-20240221032544-00730.warc.gz | en | 0.981221 | 310 | 3.34375 | 3 | [
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0.24041828513145... | 1 | In 500 BC, in a relatively obscure kingdom in Italy, a noblewoman was raped by the son of the king. 2,200 years later, the American Constitution was enshrined into law after the success of the American Revolution. If you believe in the butterfly effect, you may think that the latter might have never happened without the former.
In October 2023, when the cast of the iconic play Les Misérables performed at the Sondheim Theatre in London, they launched into their famous protest song, ‘Do You Hear the People Sing?’ as a part of their act. But what happened after that was entirely unscripted. The stage was abruptly taken over by activists from the Just Stop Oil movement as their t-shirts and banners proclaimed, while they chanted to the audience to ‘join the rebellion’.
Throughout history, women have often played a pivotal but underappreciated role in political resistance. Traditional gender norms of the mid-20th century placed women in less political roles; they were subservient housewives. In reality, many women have been crucial in the fight against totalitarian regimes, the Mirabals illustrating as such.
This article will argue that although there were many reasons for the Iranian Revolution, the main cause was fundamentally Shi’ite religion and the rise of Ayatollah Khomeini in sustaining and succeeding with the revolution. There are other causes to consider when analysing the revolution. By the late 1970s, monarchies were fading around Europe and the Continue Reading | 315 | ENGLISH | 1 |
This giant snail is six times the size of a garden snail: it can even grow as long as a human arm from hand to elbow!
The Giant African Land Snail is the largest among all land snails in the world (the common name actually refers to three giant species in the family Achatinidae: Achatina achatina, Archachatina marginata and Lissachatina fulica).
Even after reaching adulthood, these snails will never stop growing. Although their growth may slow down a bit after a certain age, they will keep getting bigger nonetheless, until they die. Full-grown adults can usually reach 2.8 inches (7 cm) in diameter and 7.9 inches (20 cm) in length. Some grow even bigger.
The largest recorded specimen was collected on a snail safari in Sierra Leone in 1976. When fully extended, it measured 1 feet and 3.5 inches (39.3 cm), with a shell length of 10.75 inches (27.3 cm). It was called Gee Geronimo and The Guinness Book of Records listed it as the largest snail on Earth. However, its owner got divorced after their house got so full of snails that they had some even under their bed in a bucket.
Each snail can live up to 10 years, and they can reproduce pretty quickly. Like most land snails, Giant African Land Snails are hermaphrodites and adults lay as much as 1200 eggs a year.
Giant African Snails originated in East Africa, but can be found in much of the world today. These giant snails don’t migrate deliberately, but people have collected them as pets and they have escaped, or have been brought over to other countries on cargo ships. Since an adult is capable of laying hundreds of eggs at a time, it was quite easy for the species to spread in countries where it’s not native.
The giant snail prefers humid forest areas, but it’s also comfortable along coasts, rivers, scrublands, wetlands, and even in cities. It has no particular problem with colder climates either, since it’s able to survive cold temperatures in a semi-hibernation state.
As a herbivore, its diet consists of a huge variety of plants. According to biologists, the Giant African Land Snail can consume over 500 different kinds of plants. However, to fortify its shell, sometimes it also eats cement and bones for their calcium content.
While keeping giant snails as exotic pets is a popular trend in some countries, they are considered invasive pests in most places where they occur. Due to their large appetite for various plants, their presence can be a huge risk for farms, but they can cause damage by eating off plaster and stucco from structures as well. They also pose a potential health risk to humans by carrying the parasite rat lungworm, that is known to cause meningitis.
The species was established in the United States in 1936 through imports. Originally, they were intended for educational purposes, and to be pets, but their population got out of hand very fast. It was eradicated twice in Florida. The first eradication effort started in the 1960s and took 10 years and 1 million dollars. They reappeared in 2011 and went through another eradication campaign that got completed in 2021, with no recorded sightings after 2017. The U.S. Department of Agriculture prohibits importing or owning Giant African Snails due to their risk to agriculture and human health. It remains a threat in Hawaii and the Caribbean.
In other parts of the world, however, Giant African Land Snails command high prices as a delicacy. If cooked properly, the protein and iron-rich snails are edible. Some are collected in the wild, but others are farmed in “snaileries”. They are usually served as a bar snack on toothpicks, or stewed with peppers and rice.
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0.34228023886680... | 1 | This giant snail is six times the size of a garden snail: it can even grow as long as a human arm from hand to elbow!
The Giant African Land Snail is the largest among all land snails in the world (the common name actually refers to three giant species in the family Achatinidae: Achatina achatina, Archachatina marginata and Lissachatina fulica).
Even after reaching adulthood, these snails will never stop growing. Although their growth may slow down a bit after a certain age, they will keep getting bigger nonetheless, until they die. Full-grown adults can usually reach 2.8 inches (7 cm) in diameter and 7.9 inches (20 cm) in length. Some grow even bigger.
The largest recorded specimen was collected on a snail safari in Sierra Leone in 1976. When fully extended, it measured 1 feet and 3.5 inches (39.3 cm), with a shell length of 10.75 inches (27.3 cm). It was called Gee Geronimo and The Guinness Book of Records listed it as the largest snail on Earth. However, its owner got divorced after their house got so full of snails that they had some even under their bed in a bucket.
Each snail can live up to 10 years, and they can reproduce pretty quickly. Like most land snails, Giant African Land Snails are hermaphrodites and adults lay as much as 1200 eggs a year.
Giant African Snails originated in East Africa, but can be found in much of the world today. These giant snails don’t migrate deliberately, but people have collected them as pets and they have escaped, or have been brought over to other countries on cargo ships. Since an adult is capable of laying hundreds of eggs at a time, it was quite easy for the species to spread in countries where it’s not native.
The giant snail prefers humid forest areas, but it’s also comfortable along coasts, rivers, scrublands, wetlands, and even in cities. It has no particular problem with colder climates either, since it’s able to survive cold temperatures in a semi-hibernation state.
As a herbivore, its diet consists of a huge variety of plants. According to biologists, the Giant African Land Snail can consume over 500 different kinds of plants. However, to fortify its shell, sometimes it also eats cement and bones for their calcium content.
While keeping giant snails as exotic pets is a popular trend in some countries, they are considered invasive pests in most places where they occur. Due to their large appetite for various plants, their presence can be a huge risk for farms, but they can cause damage by eating off plaster and stucco from structures as well. They also pose a potential health risk to humans by carrying the parasite rat lungworm, that is known to cause meningitis.
The species was established in the United States in 1936 through imports. Originally, they were intended for educational purposes, and to be pets, but their population got out of hand very fast. It was eradicated twice in Florida. The first eradication effort started in the 1960s and took 10 years and 1 million dollars. They reappeared in 2011 and went through another eradication campaign that got completed in 2021, with no recorded sightings after 2017. The U.S. Department of Agriculture prohibits importing or owning Giant African Snails due to their risk to agriculture and human health. It remains a threat in Hawaii and the Caribbean.
In other parts of the world, however, Giant African Land Snails command high prices as a delicacy. If cooked properly, the protein and iron-rich snails are edible. Some are collected in the wild, but others are farmed in “snaileries”. They are usually served as a bar snack on toothpicks, or stewed with peppers and rice.
Either way, they are a sight to behold. | 846 | ENGLISH | 1 |
The vietnam war was a time of tragic events that paved a way in our nation 's history. It was a war between a third-world country and a place that was very well known to you and I, the United States. The Vietnam war was also known as the second Indochina war.
Military struggled, fought in Vietnam from 1959 to 1975 involving the North Vietnamese and the National Liberation front in conflict with U.S force and the South Vietnamese army.
The U.S became involved in Vietnam because America policy believed that if the entire country fell under a Communist government, communism would spread throughout Southeast Asia. This belief was known as domino theory. The U.S government therefore helped to create an anti-communist South Vietnam …show more content…
became directly involved. Indochina, which includes Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos, was under French colonial rule. The Vietnam communist-nationalist, also known as the Vietminh, fought for their freedom from the French. The French were being murdered, torchered, and were doing little to keep the communist.North Vietnamese out of South Vietnam. The U.S. sent financial aid to France to help them eliminate the communist threat, At the Geneva Conference in 1953.
The major powers tried to come to an agreement on Indochina. There would be a temporary division on the 17th parallel in Vietnam. The Viet Minh would control North Vietnam, and South Vietnam would be ruled under the emperor Bao Dai. There was to be an election held in two years to set up the permanent government. The U.S. did not agree to these terms. After the conference, the U.S. moved to create the Southeast Asia Treaty Organization to protect Indochina from communist aggression. The U.S. supported the new leader Ngo Dinh Diem when he took power in South Vietnam. The National Liberation Front, also known as Viet Cong, was a guerilla group who supported the communist North Vietnamese and opposed to the Diem rule. Most of U.S. soldiers drafted during the Vietnam War were men from poor and working-class families. The least political power sections were mistreated. Actually, American forces in Vietnam included twenty-five percent poor, fifty-five percent working-class, twenty percent middle-class men, but
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The Vietnam War was first derived from the gradual oppression of the communist party of the north over the region of South Vietnam. The North Communist party was supported mainly by China and the Soviet Union whiles the Anti-Communist party of South Vietnam was supported by United States and France. The communist party group, as known as the Viet Cong, was recognized for their guerilla war strategies within the region of South Vietnam, intended to fully expand and unify Vietnam under Communist rule. U.S. involvement with the Vietnam War starting in November 1, 1955, develops from the theory of the domino effect, stating that if one country falls into communism, a threat that can develop into the encouragement and spread of communism throughout the world in the future. It is basically viewed as a potential harm to the welfare of the United Sates. Therefore, due to the conflicting forces of the historical, political, economic and cultural nature of the war itself, it is known to be the longest enduring war in United States history that altered many lives of the Vietnamese and American community, leading to suffrage and acts of courage.
The Vietnam war has been referred to by many names, one of the longer ones was 'the cornerstone of the free world southeast Asia'. It was called that by John F. Kennedy. He was talking about Vietnam being and essential country in a non-communist world. He believed that if Vietnam became a communist country, all of the surrounding countries would also become communists. This is the main reason America was involved in the Vietnam war. Another reason was that America wanted to spread their “political ideas around the globe”. They wanted to do this so that their anti-communism stance was clear. The public also wanted to keep communism from spreading. To soldiers, the war was like a crusade, a great journey to purge the communists from Vietnam.
North Vietnam had its southern allies known as the Viet Cong: a network of communist agents and subversives supplied and controlled by North Vietnam that began with the Geneva Accords of 1954. After the Viet Minh party rose to power in North Vietnam with leader Ho Chi Minh, who formed the Viet Minh party to fight Japan after they invaded and occupied Vietnam during World War II and to fight the French colonial administration since they had been controlling Vietnam since the late 19th century. The Viet Minh forces quickly seized control of the northern city of Hanoi and declared Ho Chi Minh president of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. France, in attempt to
The Vietnam War was a conflict, which the United States involved itself in unnecessarily and ultimately lost. The basis of the conflict was simple enough: Communism vs. Capitalism, yet the conduct of the Vietnam War was complex and strategic, and brought repercussions which had never been seen before. The struggle between North and South had an almost inevitable outcome, yet the Americans entered the War optimistic that they could aid the falling South and sustain democracy. The American intentions for entering the Vietnam conflict were good, yet when the conflict went horribly wrong, and the resilient North Vietnamese forces, or Viet Cong' as they were known, refused to yield, the United States saw they were fighting a losing battle.
The Vietnam War was fought between North Vietnam communists led by their leader Ho Chi Minh and South Vietnam anti-communists led by their president Ngo Dinh Diem. North Vietnam was trying to taking over South Vietnam to make it a communist country. That is when the U.S. came knocking on South Vietnam’s door and gave them much needed help in 1950. In Eric Foner’s and John A Garraty’s essay, “Vietnam War,” they explain, “from Washington’s perspective, . . . [a]ny communist anywhere, at home or abroad, was, by definition, an enemy of the United States” because of President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s “domino theory” (Foner). Eisenhower’s “domino theory,” was a theory that if communists took over Vietnam, they would gradually control all of Southeast Asia. The first aid given by the U.S. was to France. Willbanks explains in his essay that the U.S. provided France, a South Vietnamese ally, $2.6
Vietnam War DBQ Rough Draft The United States became involved in Vietnam affairs after the end of World War II, during the Cold War. The French were trying to colonize Indochina, which included Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. America wanted to have the French as allies against the Soviet union, so they proceeded to aid them in their colonization. Vietnam pressed for independence, and war broke out. The U.S. involvement in the war remains controversial.
Fighting in Vietnam started well before the actual “Vietnam War”. The Vietnamese people had been under French rule for several decades until Japan invaded in 1940. In 1941, when Ho Chi Minh came back from his travels there were two foreign powers occupying the Vietnam territory, the French and Japanese. Ho Chi Minh established the Viet Minh in hopes to rid Vietnam of these two powers. On September 2, 1945 the Viet Minh established the Democratic Republic of China after getting support in northern Vietnam. This action spawned the French to fight back to keep control of their colony. Ho Chi Minh wanted support from the United States against the French; he went as far as to supply the United States with information about the Japanese during WWII. The United States kept with their Cold War foreign policy of containment as to prevent the spread of Communism, fearing the “Domino Theory” that said “if one country in Asia fell to Communism then surrounding countries would soon fall”.
The Vietnam conflict began long before the U.S. became directly involved. Indochina, which includes Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos, was under French colonial rule. The Vietnam communist-nationalist, also known as the Vietminh, fought for their freedom from the French. The French were being slaughtered, and were doing little to keep the communist North Vietnamese out of South Vietnam. The U.S. sent financial aid to France to help them eliminate the communist threat. At the Geneva Conference in 1954, the major powers tried to come to an agreement on Indochina. There would be a temporary division on the 17th parallel in Vietnam. The Vietminh would control North Vietnam, and South Vietnam would be ruled under the emperor Bao Dai. There was to be an election held in two years to set up the permanent
The Vietnam War took place in between 1947- 1975. It consisted of North Vietnam trying to make South Vietnam a communism government. The United States later joined this conflict because of the stress North Vietnam was putting to South Vietnam to become a government that America did not want. The main reason why America joined was because of a theory called the Domino Effect. America and Russia were going through what has been dubbed the Cold War. The Domino Effect is the theory that communism will spread form one country to another. United states does not want this because our
The years precluding the Vietnam war, there was a war taking place in Vietnam. It was known as the Indochina War, where the Vietnamese waged war against the colonial rule of France. The French were defeated in the battle of Dien Bien Phu. Following this defeat, there was a peace conference in Geneva, which resulted in Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam to receive their independence. The Geneva Accords officially divided Vietnam into North Vietnam and South Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh and his communist forces led the North. A French backed emperor led the south until elections in 1956. These elections were supposed to reunify Vietnam.
The Viet Cong were also known as the national liberation front , the Vietcong fought while supported by the North against anti-communists in the south. These Vietcong were one of the largest groups of impact on America during this war. The
The Vietnam War is thought of as one of the most significant events in United States history. It was fought over the course of two decades and three United States presidencies. American involvement in the Vietnam War is one of the most highly debated topics discussed today. The United States began their involvement by supporting the French with one billion dollars per year to assist in containing the chaos in Vietnam. Once the French failed, the United States continued to supply money, firearms, and military advisors to aid the South Vietnamese. Americans remembered their promise to support any country fighting against the spread of communism. That promise was hard to keep when government lies were exposed, the number of American graves grew, and the matter of draft issues became too overwhelming to ignore.
A lot of Americans believed that we were involved in the Vietnam War for no reason and the war itself would not accomplish anything for the U.S. and it would not affect us. Since Vietnam never attacked or hurt the U.S. in any way naturally, Americans did not think their people had a reason to get involved with this war. Americans did not think it was fair that our troops were being sent to Vietnam to die for no reason. This is the U.S. started to draft many men. Most of the people drafted in the U.S. came from low class, poor, or working class families. They had no say in the matter, which was very unfair and oppressive. This was another major reason as to why this war was so unpopular. Men who didn’t want anything to do with the war, if drafted, had to fight. Also, many Americas started to challenge the governments action and thought process as to why they would get involved in a democratic war to free the South Vietnamese people from the North Vietnamese Communist aggression. This is when the questions and protests started to
America's involvement in Vietnam was rooted in the containment policies of the Cold War. President Eisenhower and Truman believed that if Southern Vietnam fell to the Communists that all Southeast Asia would be next (The Domino Theory). Starting with the fall of China in 1949, which turned a local nationalist struggle against the French rule in Indochina into a world wide strategic battleground. As far back as World War II, FDR had supported the Vietnamese forces led by Ho Chi Minh a communist, and had called for an end to French Colonial rule. However after Jiang’s Failure, American policy changed. Fears of a communist victory in Indochina caused the United States to abandon its position of neutrality and openly endorse French policy
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0.41357398033142... | 1 | The vietnam war was a time of tragic events that paved a way in our nation 's history. It was a war between a third-world country and a place that was very well known to you and I, the United States. The Vietnam war was also known as the second Indochina war.
Military struggled, fought in Vietnam from 1959 to 1975 involving the North Vietnamese and the National Liberation front in conflict with U.S force and the South Vietnamese army.
The U.S became involved in Vietnam because America policy believed that if the entire country fell under a Communist government, communism would spread throughout Southeast Asia. This belief was known as domino theory. The U.S government therefore helped to create an anti-communist South Vietnam …show more content…
became directly involved. Indochina, which includes Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos, was under French colonial rule. The Vietnam communist-nationalist, also known as the Vietminh, fought for their freedom from the French. The French were being murdered, torchered, and were doing little to keep the communist.North Vietnamese out of South Vietnam. The U.S. sent financial aid to France to help them eliminate the communist threat, At the Geneva Conference in 1953.
The major powers tried to come to an agreement on Indochina. There would be a temporary division on the 17th parallel in Vietnam. The Viet Minh would control North Vietnam, and South Vietnam would be ruled under the emperor Bao Dai. There was to be an election held in two years to set up the permanent government. The U.S. did not agree to these terms. After the conference, the U.S. moved to create the Southeast Asia Treaty Organization to protect Indochina from communist aggression. The U.S. supported the new leader Ngo Dinh Diem when he took power in South Vietnam. The National Liberation Front, also known as Viet Cong, was a guerilla group who supported the communist North Vietnamese and opposed to the Diem rule. Most of U.S. soldiers drafted during the Vietnam War were men from poor and working-class families. The least political power sections were mistreated. Actually, American forces in Vietnam included twenty-five percent poor, fifty-five percent working-class, twenty percent middle-class men, but
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The Vietnam War was first derived from the gradual oppression of the communist party of the north over the region of South Vietnam. The North Communist party was supported mainly by China and the Soviet Union whiles the Anti-Communist party of South Vietnam was supported by United States and France. The communist party group, as known as the Viet Cong, was recognized for their guerilla war strategies within the region of South Vietnam, intended to fully expand and unify Vietnam under Communist rule. U.S. involvement with the Vietnam War starting in November 1, 1955, develops from the theory of the domino effect, stating that if one country falls into communism, a threat that can develop into the encouragement and spread of communism throughout the world in the future. It is basically viewed as a potential harm to the welfare of the United Sates. Therefore, due to the conflicting forces of the historical, political, economic and cultural nature of the war itself, it is known to be the longest enduring war in United States history that altered many lives of the Vietnamese and American community, leading to suffrage and acts of courage.
The Vietnam war has been referred to by many names, one of the longer ones was 'the cornerstone of the free world southeast Asia'. It was called that by John F. Kennedy. He was talking about Vietnam being and essential country in a non-communist world. He believed that if Vietnam became a communist country, all of the surrounding countries would also become communists. This is the main reason America was involved in the Vietnam war. Another reason was that America wanted to spread their “political ideas around the globe”. They wanted to do this so that their anti-communism stance was clear. The public also wanted to keep communism from spreading. To soldiers, the war was like a crusade, a great journey to purge the communists from Vietnam.
North Vietnam had its southern allies known as the Viet Cong: a network of communist agents and subversives supplied and controlled by North Vietnam that began with the Geneva Accords of 1954. After the Viet Minh party rose to power in North Vietnam with leader Ho Chi Minh, who formed the Viet Minh party to fight Japan after they invaded and occupied Vietnam during World War II and to fight the French colonial administration since they had been controlling Vietnam since the late 19th century. The Viet Minh forces quickly seized control of the northern city of Hanoi and declared Ho Chi Minh president of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. France, in attempt to
The Vietnam War was a conflict, which the United States involved itself in unnecessarily and ultimately lost. The basis of the conflict was simple enough: Communism vs. Capitalism, yet the conduct of the Vietnam War was complex and strategic, and brought repercussions which had never been seen before. The struggle between North and South had an almost inevitable outcome, yet the Americans entered the War optimistic that they could aid the falling South and sustain democracy. The American intentions for entering the Vietnam conflict were good, yet when the conflict went horribly wrong, and the resilient North Vietnamese forces, or Viet Cong' as they were known, refused to yield, the United States saw they were fighting a losing battle.
The Vietnam War was fought between North Vietnam communists led by their leader Ho Chi Minh and South Vietnam anti-communists led by their president Ngo Dinh Diem. North Vietnam was trying to taking over South Vietnam to make it a communist country. That is when the U.S. came knocking on South Vietnam’s door and gave them much needed help in 1950. In Eric Foner’s and John A Garraty’s essay, “Vietnam War,” they explain, “from Washington’s perspective, . . . [a]ny communist anywhere, at home or abroad, was, by definition, an enemy of the United States” because of President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s “domino theory” (Foner). Eisenhower’s “domino theory,” was a theory that if communists took over Vietnam, they would gradually control all of Southeast Asia. The first aid given by the U.S. was to France. Willbanks explains in his essay that the U.S. provided France, a South Vietnamese ally, $2.6
Vietnam War DBQ Rough Draft The United States became involved in Vietnam affairs after the end of World War II, during the Cold War. The French were trying to colonize Indochina, which included Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. America wanted to have the French as allies against the Soviet union, so they proceeded to aid them in their colonization. Vietnam pressed for independence, and war broke out. The U.S. involvement in the war remains controversial.
Fighting in Vietnam started well before the actual “Vietnam War”. The Vietnamese people had been under French rule for several decades until Japan invaded in 1940. In 1941, when Ho Chi Minh came back from his travels there were two foreign powers occupying the Vietnam territory, the French and Japanese. Ho Chi Minh established the Viet Minh in hopes to rid Vietnam of these two powers. On September 2, 1945 the Viet Minh established the Democratic Republic of China after getting support in northern Vietnam. This action spawned the French to fight back to keep control of their colony. Ho Chi Minh wanted support from the United States against the French; he went as far as to supply the United States with information about the Japanese during WWII. The United States kept with their Cold War foreign policy of containment as to prevent the spread of Communism, fearing the “Domino Theory” that said “if one country in Asia fell to Communism then surrounding countries would soon fall”.
The Vietnam conflict began long before the U.S. became directly involved. Indochina, which includes Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos, was under French colonial rule. The Vietnam communist-nationalist, also known as the Vietminh, fought for their freedom from the French. The French were being slaughtered, and were doing little to keep the communist North Vietnamese out of South Vietnam. The U.S. sent financial aid to France to help them eliminate the communist threat. At the Geneva Conference in 1954, the major powers tried to come to an agreement on Indochina. There would be a temporary division on the 17th parallel in Vietnam. The Vietminh would control North Vietnam, and South Vietnam would be ruled under the emperor Bao Dai. There was to be an election held in two years to set up the permanent
The Vietnam War took place in between 1947- 1975. It consisted of North Vietnam trying to make South Vietnam a communism government. The United States later joined this conflict because of the stress North Vietnam was putting to South Vietnam to become a government that America did not want. The main reason why America joined was because of a theory called the Domino Effect. America and Russia were going through what has been dubbed the Cold War. The Domino Effect is the theory that communism will spread form one country to another. United states does not want this because our
The years precluding the Vietnam war, there was a war taking place in Vietnam. It was known as the Indochina War, where the Vietnamese waged war against the colonial rule of France. The French were defeated in the battle of Dien Bien Phu. Following this defeat, there was a peace conference in Geneva, which resulted in Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam to receive their independence. The Geneva Accords officially divided Vietnam into North Vietnam and South Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh and his communist forces led the North. A French backed emperor led the south until elections in 1956. These elections were supposed to reunify Vietnam.
The Viet Cong were also known as the national liberation front , the Vietcong fought while supported by the North against anti-communists in the south. These Vietcong were one of the largest groups of impact on America during this war. The
The Vietnam War is thought of as one of the most significant events in United States history. It was fought over the course of two decades and three United States presidencies. American involvement in the Vietnam War is one of the most highly debated topics discussed today. The United States began their involvement by supporting the French with one billion dollars per year to assist in containing the chaos in Vietnam. Once the French failed, the United States continued to supply money, firearms, and military advisors to aid the South Vietnamese. Americans remembered their promise to support any country fighting against the spread of communism. That promise was hard to keep when government lies were exposed, the number of American graves grew, and the matter of draft issues became too overwhelming to ignore.
A lot of Americans believed that we were involved in the Vietnam War for no reason and the war itself would not accomplish anything for the U.S. and it would not affect us. Since Vietnam never attacked or hurt the U.S. in any way naturally, Americans did not think their people had a reason to get involved with this war. Americans did not think it was fair that our troops were being sent to Vietnam to die for no reason. This is the U.S. started to draft many men. Most of the people drafted in the U.S. came from low class, poor, or working class families. They had no say in the matter, which was very unfair and oppressive. This was another major reason as to why this war was so unpopular. Men who didn’t want anything to do with the war, if drafted, had to fight. Also, many Americas started to challenge the governments action and thought process as to why they would get involved in a democratic war to free the South Vietnamese people from the North Vietnamese Communist aggression. This is when the questions and protests started to
America's involvement in Vietnam was rooted in the containment policies of the Cold War. President Eisenhower and Truman believed that if Southern Vietnam fell to the Communists that all Southeast Asia would be next (The Domino Theory). Starting with the fall of China in 1949, which turned a local nationalist struggle against the French rule in Indochina into a world wide strategic battleground. As far back as World War II, FDR had supported the Vietnamese forces led by Ho Chi Minh a communist, and had called for an end to French Colonial rule. However after Jiang’s Failure, American policy changed. Fears of a communist victory in Indochina caused the United States to abandon its position of neutrality and openly endorse French policy
From the 1880s until World War II, France governed Vietnam as part of French Indochina, which also included Cambodia and Laos. The country was under the formal control of an emperor, Bao Dai. From 1946 until 1954, the Vietnamese struggled for their independence from France during the first Indochina War. At the end of this war, the country was temporarily divided into North and South Vietnam. North Vietnam came under the control of the Vietnamese Communists who had opposed France and aimed for a unified Vietnam under Communist rule. Vietnamese who had collaborated with the French controlled the South. | 2,737 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Slavery: Life Before and After the Emancipation Proclamation Life before and after the Emancipation Proclamation was quite different in the lives of the slaves back then. Looking back before this great proclamation, slaves were seen as less than humans, mistreated, and endured various hardships. Contrasting with this, was how life was for them after the Emancipation Proclamation, in which the slaves were now free and could lead almost what was normal and productive lives. In this essay, I will give a brief overview of the Civil War, what life was like for the slaves before this great war, the events that led up to this historical incident, the emancipation proclamation, the life of a slave after the Emancipation Proclamation, and what slavery …show more content…
Slaves were forced to work long hours in the heat, were malnourished, beaten, and underwent many more difficulties. Some worked on vast plantations, toiling in the fields, picking cotton and more, while others worked on plantations that were not as big. Some slaves had harsh and brutal masters, while others had kind and gentle ones. But regardless of whichever master the slave had, the slave was still considered a slave, though those with masters that were not so harsh received better treatment than those who did not. Slaves had no rights or say so in American politics nor any other area in the decision making of America or their masters. Slaves were not even considered as people, but as property. The writers of the Constitution even considered them as three-fifths of a person, thus they were seen and treated as inferior to the Whites. The events that led up to the Civil War each occurred slowly but continuously. While there are various debates on what specifically caused this great event in history, there is one cause that everyone can agree on., and that is the issue of slavery itself caused the Civil War. Failure of the slave states to find a common ground or compromise with the slave states caused the two groups to clash. This divided what was supposedly the United States and before long, war had broken
The American Civil War was caused because of the North and South differences in economies, disagreements about abolishing slavery and whether the state or federal government had more power. These three factors played a key role in America's deadliest war. Understanding the causes of the Civil War is important because the war was one of the most important events in our nation's history. After the Civil War all men were truly created equal, it reunited the country as one, and redefined what it meant to be an
There are various explanations as to who and what really caused the Civil War. It is even fair to say that sometimes morals stand in the way when deciding who really started the war. Therefore, the facts must be analyzed clearly and in depth. It is true that the north played a major role in the Civil War, however, the south would not release their strict traditional beliefs of slavery. As time progressed, slavery debates pressured the South more and more to stand by their strict beliefs. Fugitive acts, Uncle Tom’s Cabin and Secession all showed how the south used brutal methods to preserve slavery. Therefore, since the popular sovereignty doctrine, the pro-slavery souths’ strict use of slavery and decisions to secede from the nation, angered the north, leading to a civil war.
The Civil War was technically caused by the secession of the Southern States, but the secession was primarily about slavery. One can infer, then, that the Civil War was indirectly, but primarily, caused by Slavery. It is important to note that just because Slavery was the primary cause of the civil war does not mean that the war was only about slavery. The war was fought for a plethora of different reasons that surrounded the creation of a new and independent nation. These reasons include states’ rights (rights to maintain and spread slavery for the most part, however a state’s right to secede appeared to be heavily contested as well), the power of federal government (something the south wanted to weaken in order to maintain slavery), and economic and cultural differences, which had the south relying more heavily on slaves to work at plantations. While these reasons
What caused the Civil War is not solely one. The main cause of the Civil War is economic difference between the North and the South, which had been set up since American colonial times. The economic division also caused political division and different arguments regarding slavery because both the North and the South fought to protect their own economic system.
The American Civil War was caused by an explosion of conflictions, provoked by regional and sectional differences and an unfortunate sequence of political events. As explained earlier, the central theme of almost all of the events that brought about the Civil War was related to slavery. The Kansas-Nebraska Act, the Dred Scott Case, and the Election of 1860 were three events that played very instrumental roles in causing the Civil War, however each could have been handled differently by the parties involved. The approaches of the parties could have been more subtle, using compromises to settle disputes, in order to avoid a war.
Lincoln 's decision to issue the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, was to up the North 's support so they wouldn 't go to the confederate side. Not only a change in North war, but a change in the slavery, like granting the slaves their freedom so they wouldn 't have any more slave revolts which would cause even more chaos in other words another war. "The Emancipation Proclamation granted freedom to the slaves in the Confederate states if the states did not return to the Union by January 1,1863. In addition, under the proclamation, freedom would only come to the slaves if the Union won the war." Abraham Lincoln president at the time, the northerners also known as the Union, the south also known as the confederates, and slave states still in
Between the economic, political, and social quarrels that evolved throughout the 1850's, the North and the South underwent many changes that led to the start of the Civil War. The most attributing factor to this war was that of a moral dispute between two sections who both wanted different things. Slavery became the issue that spread across the nation and was disputed back and forth between the North and South sections of the country.
...ate flag flew over Fort Sumter. The Civil War that was tamed since the Missouri Compromise of 1820 finally broke out. After four years of fighting, the war was over and the Union won. There were many events, laws, and people that provoked the Civil War. The main problem in every event leading up to the Civil War involved the issue of slavery, making slavery the main cause of the war. The initial blame of the war can be pointed at America 's founding fathers who knew slavery violated every aspect of America’s liberty, but yet they still did not prohibit slavery. If it was not the election of President Lincoln that caused South Carolina to secede from the Union allowing other states to follow, a different event would have triggered the war, making the Civil War inevitable. All in all, the Civil War was bound to happen and it became the bloodiest war in American history.
Slavery was an intrinsic part of North American history from the founding of the Jamestown colony in 1607 to the legal abolition of servitude in 1865. But our nation continues to grapple with the economic, political, social, and cultural impact of that peculiar institution to this day. Over seventy years after the end of the Civil War, the WPA Federal Writer’s Project sought to understand the impact which slavery had on the lives of African Americans who once lived under its yoke. In 1936-38, the Writer’s Project sent out-of-work writers to seventeen states to record the personal narratives of former slaves; the result was an outpouring of nearly 3,000 stories from men and women who were born into bondage and released into uncertain freedom early in their lives. The relatively small collection of 26 narratives gathered in Mississippi in these years reveals the complexities of African American life before and after emancipation. While this sample should not be read as indicative of the memory and experience of former slaves at large, it does raise important questions about the meaning of freedom, the failures of Reconstruction, and the perceived quality of life for blacks during and after slavery. A careful reading of the Mississippi narratives reveals nostalgia for the security and stability of slavery and an overwhelming dissatisfaction with the failed promises of freedom: “turned … loose, … lak a passel o’ cattle,” former slaves struggled to realize the concrete benefits of an abstract freedom and longed for better days; This weary nostalgia must be recognized not as a rejection of freedom, but as a denunciation of the powers, which declared them fr...
Opinions about the Emancipation Proclamation changed drastically from 1861 to 1863. At the beginning of the war, the freeing of slaves was looked down upon by most everybody in the United States but as the war continued, it became more accepted to the point where citizens celebrated it. The Sacramento Daily Union and the Sacramento Bee were two newspapers that printed the general opinion of citizens in California. On October 5, 1861, near the beginning of the war, Sacramento Daily Union expressed their hatred of emancipation. The article stated that both races will never be able to live completely equal in unity. They also stated that emancipation would be the end of the black race (Doc A). By stating this the reader of the articles
In conclusion, these four events were the main causes that led to the American Civil War. All of these events had to do with slavery which is the overall reason why the war occurred. The main causes of the Civil War negatively and/or positively impacted a group of people. The Civil War is also known as “The War Between the States.” The issues between slavery and central powers were what divided the United States (10 Facts: What Everyone Should Know About the Civil
Out of all the documents signed throughout history in attempt to benefit our country, Abraham Lincoln felt that his document, Emancipation Proclamation, was most important. On January 1, 1763, approaching the third year of the very bloody civil war, President Abraham Lincoln released the Proclamation which declared “that all persons held as slaves” within the rebellious states, “ are, and henceforward shall be free”(U.S National Archives & Records Administration). However, this only applied to the states that had been labeled as being rebellion, not to the slaveholding border states of Delaware, Maryland, Kentucky, Missouri, and the areas that the Confederacy had already come under the Union Control. Abraham Lincoln released the document at the right time to ensure that it would make a positive impact and change completely, the aim of the war. To this day, the Emancipation Proclamation shows an example of equality and cognizance (Weider History Group, n.p).
The Secession of the United States was the cause of thr Civil War. The Southern Confederates were furious that the Northern Union for trying to abolish slavery. When Lincoln was elected president, he tried to once and for all abolish slavery in the North as well as the west. He tried to contain slavery to its geographical area to keep it from spreading anymore north, but the South erupted in rebellion and eventually went to war against the North in the Civil
The biggest cause of the civil war is that the north and south have too many economic and social differences between Americans (Kelly). The society in the north was completely different than the society in the south. The north was more industrialized than the south was. Northerners worked in the factories and lived in the bigger cities like New York City. Northerners wanted to develop industry in the south to expand the American economy. Southerners did not agree with the northern ways. The south was mostly all plantation owners. In the south, they pushed slavery. Slavery was southerner’s way of life. That’s how families made their money. They grew cotton, or some kind of food and sold it to the market. Plantation owners had slaves to help them pick all there product. Most plantation owners had anywhere from five to ten slaves per plantation (United States History). Along with that, the majority of the southern states were all slave states, and the north was mostly Free states.
By 1875, both the North and the South of America were prepared to abandon its commitment to equality for all citizens regardless of race. Emancipation was lost and the once popular support for Reconstruction was fading; White Southerners despised of this whilst white Northerners grew tired of its enormous cost. Almost instantly, notorious societies began appearing especially in the South, where citizens were devoted to restoring the white supremacy in politics and social life as seen before the Civil War. The rebirth of white supremacy in the South, particularly the Ku Klux Klan, was accompanied by the increase of enforced racial segregation under Jim Crow laws which legally segregated blacks and whites in virtually all public places. By 1885 essentially all the Southern states now had officially segregated public schools. Moreover, in 1896 the U.S. Supreme Court in the case of Plessy v. Ferguson established the infamous doctrine of “separate but equal” which would go on to define racial relations. “Slavery is abolished; but the ordinances of police enacted to uphold slavery have n... | <urn:uuid:3e87c871-fd00-4e51-afc1-7ff18770e26d> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.123helpme.com/essay/Life-Before-And-After-Emancipation-Proclamation-Essay-550530 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474808.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20240229103115-20240229133115-00889.warc.gz | en | 0.980566 | 2,767 | 4.1875 | 4 | [
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0.435122370719909... | 1 | Slavery: Life Before and After the Emancipation Proclamation Life before and after the Emancipation Proclamation was quite different in the lives of the slaves back then. Looking back before this great proclamation, slaves were seen as less than humans, mistreated, and endured various hardships. Contrasting with this, was how life was for them after the Emancipation Proclamation, in which the slaves were now free and could lead almost what was normal and productive lives. In this essay, I will give a brief overview of the Civil War, what life was like for the slaves before this great war, the events that led up to this historical incident, the emancipation proclamation, the life of a slave after the Emancipation Proclamation, and what slavery …show more content…
Slaves were forced to work long hours in the heat, were malnourished, beaten, and underwent many more difficulties. Some worked on vast plantations, toiling in the fields, picking cotton and more, while others worked on plantations that were not as big. Some slaves had harsh and brutal masters, while others had kind and gentle ones. But regardless of whichever master the slave had, the slave was still considered a slave, though those with masters that were not so harsh received better treatment than those who did not. Slaves had no rights or say so in American politics nor any other area in the decision making of America or their masters. Slaves were not even considered as people, but as property. The writers of the Constitution even considered them as three-fifths of a person, thus they were seen and treated as inferior to the Whites. The events that led up to the Civil War each occurred slowly but continuously. While there are various debates on what specifically caused this great event in history, there is one cause that everyone can agree on., and that is the issue of slavery itself caused the Civil War. Failure of the slave states to find a common ground or compromise with the slave states caused the two groups to clash. This divided what was supposedly the United States and before long, war had broken
The American Civil War was caused because of the North and South differences in economies, disagreements about abolishing slavery and whether the state or federal government had more power. These three factors played a key role in America's deadliest war. Understanding the causes of the Civil War is important because the war was one of the most important events in our nation's history. After the Civil War all men were truly created equal, it reunited the country as one, and redefined what it meant to be an
There are various explanations as to who and what really caused the Civil War. It is even fair to say that sometimes morals stand in the way when deciding who really started the war. Therefore, the facts must be analyzed clearly and in depth. It is true that the north played a major role in the Civil War, however, the south would not release their strict traditional beliefs of slavery. As time progressed, slavery debates pressured the South more and more to stand by their strict beliefs. Fugitive acts, Uncle Tom’s Cabin and Secession all showed how the south used brutal methods to preserve slavery. Therefore, since the popular sovereignty doctrine, the pro-slavery souths’ strict use of slavery and decisions to secede from the nation, angered the north, leading to a civil war.
The Civil War was technically caused by the secession of the Southern States, but the secession was primarily about slavery. One can infer, then, that the Civil War was indirectly, but primarily, caused by Slavery. It is important to note that just because Slavery was the primary cause of the civil war does not mean that the war was only about slavery. The war was fought for a plethora of different reasons that surrounded the creation of a new and independent nation. These reasons include states’ rights (rights to maintain and spread slavery for the most part, however a state’s right to secede appeared to be heavily contested as well), the power of federal government (something the south wanted to weaken in order to maintain slavery), and economic and cultural differences, which had the south relying more heavily on slaves to work at plantations. While these reasons
What caused the Civil War is not solely one. The main cause of the Civil War is economic difference between the North and the South, which had been set up since American colonial times. The economic division also caused political division and different arguments regarding slavery because both the North and the South fought to protect their own economic system.
The American Civil War was caused by an explosion of conflictions, provoked by regional and sectional differences and an unfortunate sequence of political events. As explained earlier, the central theme of almost all of the events that brought about the Civil War was related to slavery. The Kansas-Nebraska Act, the Dred Scott Case, and the Election of 1860 were three events that played very instrumental roles in causing the Civil War, however each could have been handled differently by the parties involved. The approaches of the parties could have been more subtle, using compromises to settle disputes, in order to avoid a war.
Lincoln 's decision to issue the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, was to up the North 's support so they wouldn 't go to the confederate side. Not only a change in North war, but a change in the slavery, like granting the slaves their freedom so they wouldn 't have any more slave revolts which would cause even more chaos in other words another war. "The Emancipation Proclamation granted freedom to the slaves in the Confederate states if the states did not return to the Union by January 1,1863. In addition, under the proclamation, freedom would only come to the slaves if the Union won the war." Abraham Lincoln president at the time, the northerners also known as the Union, the south also known as the confederates, and slave states still in
Between the economic, political, and social quarrels that evolved throughout the 1850's, the North and the South underwent many changes that led to the start of the Civil War. The most attributing factor to this war was that of a moral dispute between two sections who both wanted different things. Slavery became the issue that spread across the nation and was disputed back and forth between the North and South sections of the country.
...ate flag flew over Fort Sumter. The Civil War that was tamed since the Missouri Compromise of 1820 finally broke out. After four years of fighting, the war was over and the Union won. There were many events, laws, and people that provoked the Civil War. The main problem in every event leading up to the Civil War involved the issue of slavery, making slavery the main cause of the war. The initial blame of the war can be pointed at America 's founding fathers who knew slavery violated every aspect of America’s liberty, but yet they still did not prohibit slavery. If it was not the election of President Lincoln that caused South Carolina to secede from the Union allowing other states to follow, a different event would have triggered the war, making the Civil War inevitable. All in all, the Civil War was bound to happen and it became the bloodiest war in American history.
Slavery was an intrinsic part of North American history from the founding of the Jamestown colony in 1607 to the legal abolition of servitude in 1865. But our nation continues to grapple with the economic, political, social, and cultural impact of that peculiar institution to this day. Over seventy years after the end of the Civil War, the WPA Federal Writer’s Project sought to understand the impact which slavery had on the lives of African Americans who once lived under its yoke. In 1936-38, the Writer’s Project sent out-of-work writers to seventeen states to record the personal narratives of former slaves; the result was an outpouring of nearly 3,000 stories from men and women who were born into bondage and released into uncertain freedom early in their lives. The relatively small collection of 26 narratives gathered in Mississippi in these years reveals the complexities of African American life before and after emancipation. While this sample should not be read as indicative of the memory and experience of former slaves at large, it does raise important questions about the meaning of freedom, the failures of Reconstruction, and the perceived quality of life for blacks during and after slavery. A careful reading of the Mississippi narratives reveals nostalgia for the security and stability of slavery and an overwhelming dissatisfaction with the failed promises of freedom: “turned … loose, … lak a passel o’ cattle,” former slaves struggled to realize the concrete benefits of an abstract freedom and longed for better days; This weary nostalgia must be recognized not as a rejection of freedom, but as a denunciation of the powers, which declared them fr...
Opinions about the Emancipation Proclamation changed drastically from 1861 to 1863. At the beginning of the war, the freeing of slaves was looked down upon by most everybody in the United States but as the war continued, it became more accepted to the point where citizens celebrated it. The Sacramento Daily Union and the Sacramento Bee were two newspapers that printed the general opinion of citizens in California. On October 5, 1861, near the beginning of the war, Sacramento Daily Union expressed their hatred of emancipation. The article stated that both races will never be able to live completely equal in unity. They also stated that emancipation would be the end of the black race (Doc A). By stating this the reader of the articles
In conclusion, these four events were the main causes that led to the American Civil War. All of these events had to do with slavery which is the overall reason why the war occurred. The main causes of the Civil War negatively and/or positively impacted a group of people. The Civil War is also known as “The War Between the States.” The issues between slavery and central powers were what divided the United States (10 Facts: What Everyone Should Know About the Civil
Out of all the documents signed throughout history in attempt to benefit our country, Abraham Lincoln felt that his document, Emancipation Proclamation, was most important. On January 1, 1763, approaching the third year of the very bloody civil war, President Abraham Lincoln released the Proclamation which declared “that all persons held as slaves” within the rebellious states, “ are, and henceforward shall be free”(U.S National Archives & Records Administration). However, this only applied to the states that had been labeled as being rebellion, not to the slaveholding border states of Delaware, Maryland, Kentucky, Missouri, and the areas that the Confederacy had already come under the Union Control. Abraham Lincoln released the document at the right time to ensure that it would make a positive impact and change completely, the aim of the war. To this day, the Emancipation Proclamation shows an example of equality and cognizance (Weider History Group, n.p).
The Secession of the United States was the cause of thr Civil War. The Southern Confederates were furious that the Northern Union for trying to abolish slavery. When Lincoln was elected president, he tried to once and for all abolish slavery in the North as well as the west. He tried to contain slavery to its geographical area to keep it from spreading anymore north, but the South erupted in rebellion and eventually went to war against the North in the Civil
The biggest cause of the civil war is that the north and south have too many economic and social differences between Americans (Kelly). The society in the north was completely different than the society in the south. The north was more industrialized than the south was. Northerners worked in the factories and lived in the bigger cities like New York City. Northerners wanted to develop industry in the south to expand the American economy. Southerners did not agree with the northern ways. The south was mostly all plantation owners. In the south, they pushed slavery. Slavery was southerner’s way of life. That’s how families made their money. They grew cotton, or some kind of food and sold it to the market. Plantation owners had slaves to help them pick all there product. Most plantation owners had anywhere from five to ten slaves per plantation (United States History). Along with that, the majority of the southern states were all slave states, and the north was mostly Free states.
By 1875, both the North and the South of America were prepared to abandon its commitment to equality for all citizens regardless of race. Emancipation was lost and the once popular support for Reconstruction was fading; White Southerners despised of this whilst white Northerners grew tired of its enormous cost. Almost instantly, notorious societies began appearing especially in the South, where citizens were devoted to restoring the white supremacy in politics and social life as seen before the Civil War. The rebirth of white supremacy in the South, particularly the Ku Klux Klan, was accompanied by the increase of enforced racial segregation under Jim Crow laws which legally segregated blacks and whites in virtually all public places. By 1885 essentially all the Southern states now had officially segregated public schools. Moreover, in 1896 the U.S. Supreme Court in the case of Plessy v. Ferguson established the infamous doctrine of “separate but equal” which would go on to define racial relations. “Slavery is abolished; but the ordinances of police enacted to uphold slavery have n... | 2,781 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Phoenix, Arizona, began its long and diverse history as a frontier town. In 1867 Jack Swilling found the perfect spot for his irrigation system with rich soil that lacked water supply – he moved into this valley in search of greener pastures than those available near Wickenburg, where he was originally from. With time the once little valley has turned into a city of over 1.6 million inhabitants. In this article, we look at the important milestones in the making of the history of Phoenix, Arizona.
After its discovery, the newfound area was called Swilling’s Mill after its founder. Some years later, the habitat had grown into an ad-hoc colony. It was later renamed Helling Mill before being changed to just ‘Mill City’. Years later, Darrell Duppa suggested that instead, the area be called “Phoenix”, which has remained unchanged ever since!
The infancy stage of being a Town
By 1870, it was clear that a townsite had to be selected. On Oct 20th of that year, a meeting was held in the home of John Moore where they would select such a site’s founding father with his signature on articles which made up what is now known as ‘The Salt River Valley Town Association’. Captains William A Hancock & James P Perry, led by majority vote, chose commission members alongside John T. Alsap, who became the first serving chairman of the newly created Town union. Eleven years later, with an increased population (of about 2500 inhabitants) and land mass, a new city council was incorporated, with JT Alsap serving as its first Mayor!
Growth into a Metropolis
With the establishment of statehood, Phoenix had grown into an important young metropolis. The thriving community that once characterized it slowly halted as people began moving away from farming and towards more modern jobs in urban areas like this one! By 1930 there were 120 miles worth of sidewalks and a population census of almost 50,000 people.
When the war hit America, Phoenix quickly turned into an industrial city. Luke Field, with its various airfields, brought thousands of men and equipment here – their needs, both military or personal, were met in part by small industries located around town. When the war ended, many of these men returned back to Phoenix. The city had only 140 square blocks then, and families came with them. Phoenix had become a boomtown with massive migration post World War 2, such that by 1950 there were 106 thousand people living within its limits while thousands more depended on it for their livelihoods!
Phoenix of Today
The city of Phoenix, Arizona, has witnessed incredible growth since 1950. Once a small 17 square mile area with only 106 thousand people, ranking it 99th among American cities, whereas today it holds more than 500 square miles and 1 .6 million inhabitants, which makes it fifth in the country (most recent national census). Today, this city has limitless potential, with its growing software industry and increasing diversity in racial composition – the future of Phoenix, Arizona, looks very bright indeed! | <urn:uuid:695e5f5d-6dcf-497a-9248-c674b08f7b3c> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://stilswangncollision.com/phoenix-arizona-history/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473401.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221070402-20240221100402-00512.warc.gz | en | 0.983419 | 632 | 3.484375 | 3 | [
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After its discovery, the newfound area was called Swilling’s Mill after its founder. Some years later, the habitat had grown into an ad-hoc colony. It was later renamed Helling Mill before being changed to just ‘Mill City’. Years later, Darrell Duppa suggested that instead, the area be called “Phoenix”, which has remained unchanged ever since!
The infancy stage of being a Town
By 1870, it was clear that a townsite had to be selected. On Oct 20th of that year, a meeting was held in the home of John Moore where they would select such a site’s founding father with his signature on articles which made up what is now known as ‘The Salt River Valley Town Association’. Captains William A Hancock & James P Perry, led by majority vote, chose commission members alongside John T. Alsap, who became the first serving chairman of the newly created Town union. Eleven years later, with an increased population (of about 2500 inhabitants) and land mass, a new city council was incorporated, with JT Alsap serving as its first Mayor!
Growth into a Metropolis
With the establishment of statehood, Phoenix had grown into an important young metropolis. The thriving community that once characterized it slowly halted as people began moving away from farming and towards more modern jobs in urban areas like this one! By 1930 there were 120 miles worth of sidewalks and a population census of almost 50,000 people.
When the war hit America, Phoenix quickly turned into an industrial city. Luke Field, with its various airfields, brought thousands of men and equipment here – their needs, both military or personal, were met in part by small industries located around town. When the war ended, many of these men returned back to Phoenix. The city had only 140 square blocks then, and families came with them. Phoenix had become a boomtown with massive migration post World War 2, such that by 1950 there were 106 thousand people living within its limits while thousands more depended on it for their livelihoods!
Phoenix of Today
The city of Phoenix, Arizona, has witnessed incredible growth since 1950. Once a small 17 square mile area with only 106 thousand people, ranking it 99th among American cities, whereas today it holds more than 500 square miles and 1 .6 million inhabitants, which makes it fifth in the country (most recent national census). Today, this city has limitless potential, with its growing software industry and increasing diversity in racial composition – the future of Phoenix, Arizona, looks very bright indeed! | 661 | ENGLISH | 1 |
John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, is remembered for his charismatic leadership, progressive policies, and tragic assassination. Born into a wealthy and politically influential family, Kennedy was raised with a strong sense of public service and duty. His presidency, which lasted from 1961 until his assassination in 1963, was marked by significant domestic and international achievements.
One of Kennedy’s most enduring legacies is his commitment to civil rights. He was a vocal advocate for racial equality and took steps to desegregate schools and public spaces. His support for the civil rights movement was a watershed moment in American history, and his efforts paved the way for the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Kennedy also made significant strides in the realm of foreign policy. He successfully navigated the Cuban Missile Crisis, a tense standoff between the United States and the Soviet Union that brought the world to the brink of nuclear war. His deft handling of the situation averted disaster and earned him praise for his diplomatic skills.
In addition to his handling of the Cuban Missile Crisis, Kennedy was also known for his commitment to space exploration. He famously declared that the United States would put a man on the moon before the end of the 1960s, a goal that was ultimately achieved in 1969 with the Apollo 11 mission. Kennedy’s vision and determination in the space race solidified America’s position as a leader in scientific and technological innovation.
Tragically, Kennedy’s presidency was cut short by his assassination in 1963. His death shocked the nation and the world, and his legacy continues to be a subject of fascination and debate. The circumstances surrounding his assassination have been the subject of numerous conspiracy theories, but the impact of his presidency and the ideals he stood for remain an important part of American history.
In conclusion, John F. Kennedy’s presidency was marked by significant achievements in civil rights, foreign policy, and space exploration. His untimely death robbed the nation of a leader who had the potential to accomplish even more, but his legacy lives on in the enduring impact of his policies and the inspiration he continues to provide to future generations of leaders. Kennedy’s presidency may have been brief, but his influence on American history is lasting and profound. | <urn:uuid:f9d38604-7054-43de-bf9e-4961c9216346> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.beautyfitnes.com/2024/01/23/john-f-kennedy-the-35th-president-of-the-united-states/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474445.77/warc/CC-MAIN-20240223185223-20240223215223-00158.warc.gz | en | 0.981547 | 459 | 4.125 | 4 | [
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0.2944175899028778... | 1 | John F. Kennedy, the 35th President of the United States, is remembered for his charismatic leadership, progressive policies, and tragic assassination. Born into a wealthy and politically influential family, Kennedy was raised with a strong sense of public service and duty. His presidency, which lasted from 1961 until his assassination in 1963, was marked by significant domestic and international achievements.
One of Kennedy’s most enduring legacies is his commitment to civil rights. He was a vocal advocate for racial equality and took steps to desegregate schools and public spaces. His support for the civil rights movement was a watershed moment in American history, and his efforts paved the way for the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Kennedy also made significant strides in the realm of foreign policy. He successfully navigated the Cuban Missile Crisis, a tense standoff between the United States and the Soviet Union that brought the world to the brink of nuclear war. His deft handling of the situation averted disaster and earned him praise for his diplomatic skills.
In addition to his handling of the Cuban Missile Crisis, Kennedy was also known for his commitment to space exploration. He famously declared that the United States would put a man on the moon before the end of the 1960s, a goal that was ultimately achieved in 1969 with the Apollo 11 mission. Kennedy’s vision and determination in the space race solidified America’s position as a leader in scientific and technological innovation.
Tragically, Kennedy’s presidency was cut short by his assassination in 1963. His death shocked the nation and the world, and his legacy continues to be a subject of fascination and debate. The circumstances surrounding his assassination have been the subject of numerous conspiracy theories, but the impact of his presidency and the ideals he stood for remain an important part of American history.
In conclusion, John F. Kennedy’s presidency was marked by significant achievements in civil rights, foreign policy, and space exploration. His untimely death robbed the nation of a leader who had the potential to accomplish even more, but his legacy lives on in the enduring impact of his policies and the inspiration he continues to provide to future generations of leaders. Kennedy’s presidency may have been brief, but his influence on American history is lasting and profound. | 473 | ENGLISH | 1 |
This is the fourth in a series of posts about the visit made to Shanghai by Katie and Jo (primary school teachers) and Ruth (secondary maths teacher).
While we were in Shanghai, we were interested in the use of mathematical language in every lesson we saw, both at primary and secondary levels. Each key point had vocabulary associated with it, which all students were expected to know and use as part of their reasoning.
Stem sentences were evident in every lesson that we saw. These were well planned and were displayed throughout the whole lesson. The teacher would start by engaging the class in a discussion or a problem before encouraging pupils to share their thoughts. This would then be followed by the teacher recording stem sentences/methods (often pre-printed/taken from the textbooks). These would be read aloud and then repeated by all students, including the highest-attaining, and even in secondary! In the lessons we observed, the board work was fundamental and the stem sentences were often built on as the lesson progressed.
In secondary classes, we often saw students doing the following:
Explaining their own method (with workings out) which had been completed independently and then shared with the class
Explaining another student’s method
Pointing out errors in another pupil’s work and explaining why it was wrong
Sharing steps to solve a new problem without giving the answer
In all of these aspects, the children were expected to do this using the appropriate mathematical vocabulary, which included using the displayed methods and stem sentences.
What we have taken from this is that vocabulary is truly a key area in creating stronger mathematicians. We have seen that repetition of vocabulary helps to improve long term memory, it supports pupils in explaining their reasoning and creating generalisations and it makes the explicit obvious.
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0.3152773380... | 1 | This is the fourth in a series of posts about the visit made to Shanghai by Katie and Jo (primary school teachers) and Ruth (secondary maths teacher).
While we were in Shanghai, we were interested in the use of mathematical language in every lesson we saw, both at primary and secondary levels. Each key point had vocabulary associated with it, which all students were expected to know and use as part of their reasoning.
Stem sentences were evident in every lesson that we saw. These were well planned and were displayed throughout the whole lesson. The teacher would start by engaging the class in a discussion or a problem before encouraging pupils to share their thoughts. This would then be followed by the teacher recording stem sentences/methods (often pre-printed/taken from the textbooks). These would be read aloud and then repeated by all students, including the highest-attaining, and even in secondary! In the lessons we observed, the board work was fundamental and the stem sentences were often built on as the lesson progressed.
In secondary classes, we often saw students doing the following:
Explaining their own method (with workings out) which had been completed independently and then shared with the class
Explaining another student’s method
Pointing out errors in another pupil’s work and explaining why it was wrong
Sharing steps to solve a new problem without giving the answer
In all of these aspects, the children were expected to do this using the appropriate mathematical vocabulary, which included using the displayed methods and stem sentences.
What we have taken from this is that vocabulary is truly a key area in creating stronger mathematicians. We have seen that repetition of vocabulary helps to improve long term memory, it supports pupils in explaining their reasoning and creating generalisations and it makes the explicit obvious.
The use of carefully-constructed stem sentences/methods also meant that every learner had the same experience and it wasn’t used solely as a device to extend the higher-attaining students. | 388 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Vortigern greets Hengest and Horsa.
The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, composed long after the events related, reports that in 449 ‘Hengist and Horsa, invited by Wyrtgeorn’ arrived in England; they had come to help the English against invaders, but they stayed only to fight against their hosts. Hengist and Horsa mean respectively ‘horse’ and ‘mare’. Wyrtgeorn, or Vortigern, is simply the term for an overlord or over-king. In some of the Welsh annals he is also known as Vortigern ‘of the repulsive mouth’. So, as always, there are elements of mythology embedded within the history. The dates are also wrong.
The evidence suggests that in 430 Vortigern, the leader of the confederacy of small kingdoms into which much of the country had divided, called in Saxon mercenaries to defend England against the Picts from Scotland and various marauding bands from Ireland. This was an old and familiar strategy, used by the Romanized English at various points in their history.
The Irish landed on the west coast, within easy reach of the Cotswolds; the central part of Vortigern’s kingdom lay in that hilly region, which may account for his leading role in the struggle. It is reported that the Picts had landed in Norfolk. The Pictish sailors painted their ships, and their bodies, the colour of the waves so that they could less easily be seen. So the decision to call in the Saxons was born out of fear and urgency. According to historical legend they came in three ships, holding at best only a few hundred men. There are likely to have been more ships but, in any case, these mercenaries were known for their ferocity as well as for their valour. The bands of warriors, under a war chieftain, worshipped the sun and the moon. They adored Woden, god of war, and Thor, god of thunder. They practised human sacrifice. They drank from the skulls of their enemies. The fronts of their heads were shaved, the hair grown long at the back, so that their faces might seem larger in battle. ‘The Saxon’, a Roman chronicler of the fifth century wrote, ‘surpasses all others in brutality. He attacks unforeseen, and when foreseen he slips away. If he pursues, he captures; if he flees, he escapes.’
The most significant elements of the Saxon force were stationed in Kent, and were given the island of Thanet in the Thames estuary. Other bands of soldiers were placed in Norfolk, and on the coast of Lincolnshire. The Icknield Way was guarded. London and the Thames estuary were defended. The remains of the Romanized armies, still in the north, were stationed in a strongly fortified York. Then, on the invitation of Vortigern, more Saxon mercenaries were brought to England. The show of strength seems to have been enough. The Picts abandoned their plans for the invasion. The Irish were in turn checked by the tribal armies of the west and the west midlands; the kingdom of the Cornovii, with its capital at Wroxeter, was instrumental in that repulse to the invaders.
Yet now a more insidious threat to Vortigern’s leadership emerged. His allies, alarmed at the cost of the Saxon presence, could not or would not pay them. They also refused to yield land in exchange for payment. After the immediate threat had passed, they declined to subsidize their defenders. According to the Kentish chronicles they declared that ‘we cannot feed and clothe you, because your numbers have grown. Leave us. We no longer need your assistance.’
The reaction of the mercenaries was immediate and strong. Their insurgency began in East Anglia, and then spread down to the Thames Valley. They took over many of the towns and countryside areas in which they had been stationed. They appropriated large estates, and enslaved many of the native English. They had seen at first hand the prosperity of the land and had acquired a taste for it. Thanet itself, as a granary, was a golden prize. The Saxon federates then sent out a call to their compatriots. Come and settle here. Together we can master the natives.
So the Germanic migrants kept on coming. Among them were four predominant tribes – the Angles from Schleswig, the Saxons from the territories around the river Elbe, the Frisians from the northern coast of the Netherlands, and the Jutes from the coast of Denmark. There were no such people as ‘Anglo-Saxons’ until the chroniclers invented them in the sixth century. The routes of settlement were already established by the river system. The settlers pushed along the Thames, the Trent and the Humber.
The Jutes settled in Kent, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight; the New Forest was once Jutish land. The Saxons were established in the Upper Thames valley. The Frisians were scattered over the south-east, with an important influence in London. The Angles settled in eastern and north-eastern England; by the early sixth century the people of east Yorkshire were wearing Anglian clothes. These were small tribes, small communities under a leader or leading family. Some were resisted; some were welcomed. Others were simply accepted by a working population who had no real love for their earlier native masters. All were accommodated and, according to the best genetic evidence, eventually made up 5 per cent of the population we now call English; in the eastern regions it may have reached approximately 10 per cent, but there is no hint of deliberate genocide and replacement of the native population.
They came because they were being pushed by other tribes in the great westward migrations of that era, but they also came because their ancestral lands were in peril from the rising sea. This was the period in which the northern European coastline was sinking, as the archaeological evidence from Germany and the Netherlands testifies; there was urgent need to find land elsewhere.
The revolt of the Saxon federates was a decisive blow to the prestige and authority of Vortigern. He was overthrown by another Romanized English leader, Ambrosius Aurelianus, who led a counter-attack upon the Saxons and for ten years engaged in a series of strenuous battles. In 490 the English won a great victory at a place known to posterity as Mons Badonicus, believed to be near modern Bath. The leader of the English forces on that occasion is not recorded, but in this period the name of Arthur emerges as over-king. He is a shadow in the historical record, known only as dux bellorum or ‘leader of warfare’. He is said to have participated in twelve battles against the Saxons, but the places cannot now be identified. In the pages of the medieval romances he is a great king with a shining court at Camelot, otherwise known as Winchester; in truth he may have been a military commander whose headquarters were within the hill fort of Cadbury. 18 acres (7.2 hectares) of that hill fort were enclosed in the period of Arthur’s supposed lifetime.
The English had survived but, as part of the spoils of war, the Saxons retained their control over Norfolk, East Kent and East Sussex. There was a division in the country, perhaps marked by the construction of the Wansdyke designed to keep the Germanic people from crossing into central southern England. On one side of that barrier were small English kingdoms; on the other, Germanic tribes with their warrior leaders. What had previously been some of the most Romanized parts of the country had become the home of ‘barbarians’. The town and villa life of these regions was, therefore, in abeyance. An English chronicler of the early sixth century, Gildas, laments that ‘the cities of our country are still not inhabited as they were; even today they are squalid deserted ruins’. This was the process of the Saxon ‘invasion’.
Yet some towns and cities were still in active use, as markets and places of authority. It is well known that the Saxons set up their own trading area outside the walls of London, in the district now known as Aldwych, but the old city was still a place of royal residences and public ceremonial. In the countryside, there is even greater evidence for continuity of settlement. It is not to be expected that any change in agricultural practice took place. The same field systems were laid out by the Germanic settlers; the new arrivals respected the old boundaries and in Durham, for example, Germanic structures were set within a pattern of small fields and drystone walls created in the prehistoric past. More surprisingly, perhaps, the Germanic settlers formed groups that honoured the boundaries of the old tribal kingdoms. They respected the lie of the land. The sacred sites of the Saxons, at a slightly later date, follow the alignment of Neolithic monuments. All fell into the embrace of the past.
The Germanic settlers were kept within their boundaries by the English for two or three generations. It should not be forgotten that, in this period, the average life expectancy was thirty-five years. It was a country of young men and women, with all the energy and thoughtlessness of the young. The leaders of the country were brash, vibrant and energetic.
By the middle of the sixth century the Germanic people wished to move further west, and to exploit the productive lands that had previously been beyond their grasp. There are many reasons for this sudden efflorescence of activity, but one of the most convincing lies in the onset of deadly plague in the 540s. Bubonic, and perhaps pneumonic, plague spread from Egypt all over the previously Romanized world. It seems that it struck down the native English rather than the settlers, with a force and scope that rival the great plagues of the thirteenth and seventeenth centuries. Some actuarial experts suggest that a population of 3 or 4 million now dropped to 1 million. The land was left vacant, and fewer men were available to defend it. So the Angles, and the Saxons, moved westward. Anglo-Saxon civilization was created by a pandemic.
One of the leaders of the Saxons, Ceawlin, had reached as far as Cirencester, Gloucester and Bath by 577; seven years later his forces had penetrated the midlands. The native kings were thereby deposed. This was the pattern throughout the country. The pressure was growing on the Durotriges of Somerset and Dorset and as a result there was an exodus of native people to Armorica, on the Atlantic coast of north-western France, where their leaders took control of large tracts of land. They may have been welcomed. They were perhaps part of the same tribe. So the region of Brittany emerged. The Bretons in fact retained their old tribal allegiances, and never really thought of themselves as part of the French state. Some of them came back. A Breton contingent was among the forces of William the Conqueror, which chose to settle in south-west England. They had come home at last.
In the end the natives would be so mixed and mingled with the new settlers that the term Saxon or Angle ceased to have any meaning. All would become English. Yet it was a slow process. Much of western England was still under the rule of native kings 200 years after the first Saxons arrived; the native kingdom of Elmet, now known as the West Riding of Yorkshire, survived until the early seventh century and the ‘Anglo-Saxon invasion’ only came to an end with the capture of Gwynedd by Edward I in 1282. Celtic speakers were to be found in Cornwall at the beginning of the sixteenth century, and the language did not wholly die until the eighteenth century.
The settlements of the Germanic tribes took the form of small folk territories, made up of groups of warriors and marked off by river boundaries. So the followers of Haesta created Hastings and the followers of Gilla established Ealing. The people of the Peak district, the people of the Chilterns, and the people of the Wrekin, were all given distinct topographical names. Jarrow means ‘among the Jyrwe’, a small tribe found in the fen district as well as in Northumberland. The immense number of small tribes was gradually aligned for the purposes of defence or warfare. Over-kings emerged as the leaders and protectors of tribal chiefs, and by 600 the recognizable kingdoms of Anglo-Saxon England begin to enter recorded history. The kingdom of the East Angles was formed together with those of the East Saxons and the Mercians.
These were societies of rank, based upon a structure of burdens and obligations imposed by the warlords and their entourage. There were slaves, there were landless workers, there were ceorls or free heads of households, and there were thegns or noblemen, with all possible divisions and distinctions within each rank. The financial penalties for murder, for example, were graded according to the ‘worth’ of the victim. It was a harsh and divisive society, only made possible by the continuous exploitation of the unfree. In that respect, it may not have differed very much from any previous English polity. There never was any Rousseau-esque state of equality in nature. There always was a system of lordship and vassalage. | <urn:uuid:0bd9a845-e1b2-47cb-b4eb-a3c5cfcea660> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://thehistoryfiles.com/after-rome/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474594.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225071740-20240225101740-00525.warc.gz | en | 0.986693 | 2,848 | 3.34375 | 3 | [
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0.2871079444885... | 1 | Vortigern greets Hengest and Horsa.
The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, composed long after the events related, reports that in 449 ‘Hengist and Horsa, invited by Wyrtgeorn’ arrived in England; they had come to help the English against invaders, but they stayed only to fight against their hosts. Hengist and Horsa mean respectively ‘horse’ and ‘mare’. Wyrtgeorn, or Vortigern, is simply the term for an overlord or over-king. In some of the Welsh annals he is also known as Vortigern ‘of the repulsive mouth’. So, as always, there are elements of mythology embedded within the history. The dates are also wrong.
The evidence suggests that in 430 Vortigern, the leader of the confederacy of small kingdoms into which much of the country had divided, called in Saxon mercenaries to defend England against the Picts from Scotland and various marauding bands from Ireland. This was an old and familiar strategy, used by the Romanized English at various points in their history.
The Irish landed on the west coast, within easy reach of the Cotswolds; the central part of Vortigern’s kingdom lay in that hilly region, which may account for his leading role in the struggle. It is reported that the Picts had landed in Norfolk. The Pictish sailors painted their ships, and their bodies, the colour of the waves so that they could less easily be seen. So the decision to call in the Saxons was born out of fear and urgency. According to historical legend they came in three ships, holding at best only a few hundred men. There are likely to have been more ships but, in any case, these mercenaries were known for their ferocity as well as for their valour. The bands of warriors, under a war chieftain, worshipped the sun and the moon. They adored Woden, god of war, and Thor, god of thunder. They practised human sacrifice. They drank from the skulls of their enemies. The fronts of their heads were shaved, the hair grown long at the back, so that their faces might seem larger in battle. ‘The Saxon’, a Roman chronicler of the fifth century wrote, ‘surpasses all others in brutality. He attacks unforeseen, and when foreseen he slips away. If he pursues, he captures; if he flees, he escapes.’
The most significant elements of the Saxon force were stationed in Kent, and were given the island of Thanet in the Thames estuary. Other bands of soldiers were placed in Norfolk, and on the coast of Lincolnshire. The Icknield Way was guarded. London and the Thames estuary were defended. The remains of the Romanized armies, still in the north, were stationed in a strongly fortified York. Then, on the invitation of Vortigern, more Saxon mercenaries were brought to England. The show of strength seems to have been enough. The Picts abandoned their plans for the invasion. The Irish were in turn checked by the tribal armies of the west and the west midlands; the kingdom of the Cornovii, with its capital at Wroxeter, was instrumental in that repulse to the invaders.
Yet now a more insidious threat to Vortigern’s leadership emerged. His allies, alarmed at the cost of the Saxon presence, could not or would not pay them. They also refused to yield land in exchange for payment. After the immediate threat had passed, they declined to subsidize their defenders. According to the Kentish chronicles they declared that ‘we cannot feed and clothe you, because your numbers have grown. Leave us. We no longer need your assistance.’
The reaction of the mercenaries was immediate and strong. Their insurgency began in East Anglia, and then spread down to the Thames Valley. They took over many of the towns and countryside areas in which they had been stationed. They appropriated large estates, and enslaved many of the native English. They had seen at first hand the prosperity of the land and had acquired a taste for it. Thanet itself, as a granary, was a golden prize. The Saxon federates then sent out a call to their compatriots. Come and settle here. Together we can master the natives.
So the Germanic migrants kept on coming. Among them were four predominant tribes – the Angles from Schleswig, the Saxons from the territories around the river Elbe, the Frisians from the northern coast of the Netherlands, and the Jutes from the coast of Denmark. There were no such people as ‘Anglo-Saxons’ until the chroniclers invented them in the sixth century. The routes of settlement were already established by the river system. The settlers pushed along the Thames, the Trent and the Humber.
The Jutes settled in Kent, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight; the New Forest was once Jutish land. The Saxons were established in the Upper Thames valley. The Frisians were scattered over the south-east, with an important influence in London. The Angles settled in eastern and north-eastern England; by the early sixth century the people of east Yorkshire were wearing Anglian clothes. These were small tribes, small communities under a leader or leading family. Some were resisted; some were welcomed. Others were simply accepted by a working population who had no real love for their earlier native masters. All were accommodated and, according to the best genetic evidence, eventually made up 5 per cent of the population we now call English; in the eastern regions it may have reached approximately 10 per cent, but there is no hint of deliberate genocide and replacement of the native population.
They came because they were being pushed by other tribes in the great westward migrations of that era, but they also came because their ancestral lands were in peril from the rising sea. This was the period in which the northern European coastline was sinking, as the archaeological evidence from Germany and the Netherlands testifies; there was urgent need to find land elsewhere.
The revolt of the Saxon federates was a decisive blow to the prestige and authority of Vortigern. He was overthrown by another Romanized English leader, Ambrosius Aurelianus, who led a counter-attack upon the Saxons and for ten years engaged in a series of strenuous battles. In 490 the English won a great victory at a place known to posterity as Mons Badonicus, believed to be near modern Bath. The leader of the English forces on that occasion is not recorded, but in this period the name of Arthur emerges as over-king. He is a shadow in the historical record, known only as dux bellorum or ‘leader of warfare’. He is said to have participated in twelve battles against the Saxons, but the places cannot now be identified. In the pages of the medieval romances he is a great king with a shining court at Camelot, otherwise known as Winchester; in truth he may have been a military commander whose headquarters were within the hill fort of Cadbury. 18 acres (7.2 hectares) of that hill fort were enclosed in the period of Arthur’s supposed lifetime.
The English had survived but, as part of the spoils of war, the Saxons retained their control over Norfolk, East Kent and East Sussex. There was a division in the country, perhaps marked by the construction of the Wansdyke designed to keep the Germanic people from crossing into central southern England. On one side of that barrier were small English kingdoms; on the other, Germanic tribes with their warrior leaders. What had previously been some of the most Romanized parts of the country had become the home of ‘barbarians’. The town and villa life of these regions was, therefore, in abeyance. An English chronicler of the early sixth century, Gildas, laments that ‘the cities of our country are still not inhabited as they were; even today they are squalid deserted ruins’. This was the process of the Saxon ‘invasion’.
Yet some towns and cities were still in active use, as markets and places of authority. It is well known that the Saxons set up their own trading area outside the walls of London, in the district now known as Aldwych, but the old city was still a place of royal residences and public ceremonial. In the countryside, there is even greater evidence for continuity of settlement. It is not to be expected that any change in agricultural practice took place. The same field systems were laid out by the Germanic settlers; the new arrivals respected the old boundaries and in Durham, for example, Germanic structures were set within a pattern of small fields and drystone walls created in the prehistoric past. More surprisingly, perhaps, the Germanic settlers formed groups that honoured the boundaries of the old tribal kingdoms. They respected the lie of the land. The sacred sites of the Saxons, at a slightly later date, follow the alignment of Neolithic monuments. All fell into the embrace of the past.
The Germanic settlers were kept within their boundaries by the English for two or three generations. It should not be forgotten that, in this period, the average life expectancy was thirty-five years. It was a country of young men and women, with all the energy and thoughtlessness of the young. The leaders of the country were brash, vibrant and energetic.
By the middle of the sixth century the Germanic people wished to move further west, and to exploit the productive lands that had previously been beyond their grasp. There are many reasons for this sudden efflorescence of activity, but one of the most convincing lies in the onset of deadly plague in the 540s. Bubonic, and perhaps pneumonic, plague spread from Egypt all over the previously Romanized world. It seems that it struck down the native English rather than the settlers, with a force and scope that rival the great plagues of the thirteenth and seventeenth centuries. Some actuarial experts suggest that a population of 3 or 4 million now dropped to 1 million. The land was left vacant, and fewer men were available to defend it. So the Angles, and the Saxons, moved westward. Anglo-Saxon civilization was created by a pandemic.
One of the leaders of the Saxons, Ceawlin, had reached as far as Cirencester, Gloucester and Bath by 577; seven years later his forces had penetrated the midlands. The native kings were thereby deposed. This was the pattern throughout the country. The pressure was growing on the Durotriges of Somerset and Dorset and as a result there was an exodus of native people to Armorica, on the Atlantic coast of north-western France, where their leaders took control of large tracts of land. They may have been welcomed. They were perhaps part of the same tribe. So the region of Brittany emerged. The Bretons in fact retained their old tribal allegiances, and never really thought of themselves as part of the French state. Some of them came back. A Breton contingent was among the forces of William the Conqueror, which chose to settle in south-west England. They had come home at last.
In the end the natives would be so mixed and mingled with the new settlers that the term Saxon or Angle ceased to have any meaning. All would become English. Yet it was a slow process. Much of western England was still under the rule of native kings 200 years after the first Saxons arrived; the native kingdom of Elmet, now known as the West Riding of Yorkshire, survived until the early seventh century and the ‘Anglo-Saxon invasion’ only came to an end with the capture of Gwynedd by Edward I in 1282. Celtic speakers were to be found in Cornwall at the beginning of the sixteenth century, and the language did not wholly die until the eighteenth century.
The settlements of the Germanic tribes took the form of small folk territories, made up of groups of warriors and marked off by river boundaries. So the followers of Haesta created Hastings and the followers of Gilla established Ealing. The people of the Peak district, the people of the Chilterns, and the people of the Wrekin, were all given distinct topographical names. Jarrow means ‘among the Jyrwe’, a small tribe found in the fen district as well as in Northumberland. The immense number of small tribes was gradually aligned for the purposes of defence or warfare. Over-kings emerged as the leaders and protectors of tribal chiefs, and by 600 the recognizable kingdoms of Anglo-Saxon England begin to enter recorded history. The kingdom of the East Angles was formed together with those of the East Saxons and the Mercians.
These were societies of rank, based upon a structure of burdens and obligations imposed by the warlords and their entourage. There were slaves, there were landless workers, there were ceorls or free heads of households, and there were thegns or noblemen, with all possible divisions and distinctions within each rank. The financial penalties for murder, for example, were graded according to the ‘worth’ of the victim. It was a harsh and divisive society, only made possible by the continuous exploitation of the unfree. In that respect, it may not have differed very much from any previous English polity. There never was any Rousseau-esque state of equality in nature. There always was a system of lordship and vassalage. | 2,809 | ENGLISH | 1 |
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Franz Joseph Haydn was a pivotal figure in the classical period. But how much do we really know? Discover his sense of humour and his early life in our gallery of Haydn facts!
The young Haydn's singing voice was so impressive that he was asked to join the Choir School of St Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna when he was just five years old.
However, things changed for Haydn when he lost is angelic voice at 16 - he left the choir after his voice was described thusly by Habsburg Empress Maria Theresa: "That boy doesn't sing, he crows!" Haydn then cut the pigtail of another boy chorister and was then caned in public.
It was suggested by the choirmaster at St Stephen's Cathedral that Haydn undergo a certain operation to prevent his voice from breaking, but fortunately his father stepped in and prevented it from happening.
The premiere of Haydn's Symphony no. 96 was notable not only because it was another great Haydn symphony, but also because a huge chandelier fell from the ceiling during the performance. The symphony got its nickname, the 'Miracle' Symphony, because no-one was injured.
Haydn suffered throughout his life from nasal polyps, which meant that his nose had a rather bulbous and disfigured look to it. At times, it became so uncomfortable that he wasn't able to compose. He also survived a bout of smallpox as a child.
Haydn would typically begin all his scores with a dedication to God, using phrases such as "in nomine Domini" ("in the name of the Lord").
Haydn felt a special connection to the English capital, and spent several years there composing his 'London' symphonies.
Part of Haydn's experience in London involved several hearings of the British national anthem. He was so moved by the piece that he decided to play around with a patriotic tune for his homeland, Austria - and it became the national anthem for both Austria and Germany.
Haydn's sense of humour and cheek is well-known, so it's no surprise that it made it into many of his pieces too. His string quartet in E flat (subtitled 'The Joke') is a great example - there are false endings to try and catch the audience out.
It is said that Haydn's younger brother Michael (pictured) was far better behaved than him when they were both at the St Stephens Cathedral school, and that in fact it was Michael that the family had placed their hope for the future in - apparently Joseph was far too involved in practical jokes to ever be a success!
During his time in London, Haydn reportedly earned nearly as much in one year as he had in 20 years as the Kapellmeister of the Court of the Esterhazy family, his former employers.
The year before he died, a performance of Haydn's The Creation was organised. Among the celebs in attendance were Beethoven and Salieri (who conducted the performance), and Haydn was carried in on a special throne. Being rather frail by this point, however, he had to leave halfway through.
When Napoleon invaded Vienna in 1809, Haydn was such a respected figure across Europe that two of Napoleon's sentries were put on guard so that he wouldn't have to move in his old age.
When Haydn's Farewell symphony was performed for the first time in 1772, the composer gently hinted to his employer Prince Nikolaus that his overworked musicians might like to return home with an ingenious musical statement. The final movement sees each musician stand up, extinguish the candle on their music stand and leave the room in turn until only a pair of violins remain.
Mozart was very much in awe of Haydn, and often invited him to his concerts. Haydn reciprocated and was similarly very fond of the young prodigy. So fond, in fact, that the music played at Haydn's funeral was Mozart's Requiem, written just a few years before his death. | <urn:uuid:831035bd-4573-48d8-b232-a3adc6578b10> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.classicfm.com/composers/haydn/pictures/haydn-facts-great-composer/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707948234904.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20240305092259-20240305122259-00819.warc.gz | en | 0.993374 | 855 | 3.296875 | 3 | [
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Franz Joseph Haydn was a pivotal figure in the classical period. But how much do we really know? Discover his sense of humour and his early life in our gallery of Haydn facts!
The young Haydn's singing voice was so impressive that he was asked to join the Choir School of St Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna when he was just five years old.
However, things changed for Haydn when he lost is angelic voice at 16 - he left the choir after his voice was described thusly by Habsburg Empress Maria Theresa: "That boy doesn't sing, he crows!" Haydn then cut the pigtail of another boy chorister and was then caned in public.
It was suggested by the choirmaster at St Stephen's Cathedral that Haydn undergo a certain operation to prevent his voice from breaking, but fortunately his father stepped in and prevented it from happening.
The premiere of Haydn's Symphony no. 96 was notable not only because it was another great Haydn symphony, but also because a huge chandelier fell from the ceiling during the performance. The symphony got its nickname, the 'Miracle' Symphony, because no-one was injured.
Haydn suffered throughout his life from nasal polyps, which meant that his nose had a rather bulbous and disfigured look to it. At times, it became so uncomfortable that he wasn't able to compose. He also survived a bout of smallpox as a child.
Haydn would typically begin all his scores with a dedication to God, using phrases such as "in nomine Domini" ("in the name of the Lord").
Haydn felt a special connection to the English capital, and spent several years there composing his 'London' symphonies.
Part of Haydn's experience in London involved several hearings of the British national anthem. He was so moved by the piece that he decided to play around with a patriotic tune for his homeland, Austria - and it became the national anthem for both Austria and Germany.
Haydn's sense of humour and cheek is well-known, so it's no surprise that it made it into many of his pieces too. His string quartet in E flat (subtitled 'The Joke') is a great example - there are false endings to try and catch the audience out.
It is said that Haydn's younger brother Michael (pictured) was far better behaved than him when they were both at the St Stephens Cathedral school, and that in fact it was Michael that the family had placed their hope for the future in - apparently Joseph was far too involved in practical jokes to ever be a success!
During his time in London, Haydn reportedly earned nearly as much in one year as he had in 20 years as the Kapellmeister of the Court of the Esterhazy family, his former employers.
The year before he died, a performance of Haydn's The Creation was organised. Among the celebs in attendance were Beethoven and Salieri (who conducted the performance), and Haydn was carried in on a special throne. Being rather frail by this point, however, he had to leave halfway through.
When Napoleon invaded Vienna in 1809, Haydn was such a respected figure across Europe that two of Napoleon's sentries were put on guard so that he wouldn't have to move in his old age.
When Haydn's Farewell symphony was performed for the first time in 1772, the composer gently hinted to his employer Prince Nikolaus that his overworked musicians might like to return home with an ingenious musical statement. The final movement sees each musician stand up, extinguish the candle on their music stand and leave the room in turn until only a pair of violins remain.
Mozart was very much in awe of Haydn, and often invited him to his concerts. Haydn reciprocated and was similarly very fond of the young prodigy. So fond, in fact, that the music played at Haydn's funeral was Mozart's Requiem, written just a few years before his death. | 852 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Antarctica is the only continent in the world that is almost entirely uninhabited, and there's a good reason for that. According to the World Fact Book, it is "the coldest, windiest, and driest continent on Earth," with no land suitable for farming. However, it was little more than a myth for most of human history, as it wasn't possible to travel there safely, nor would it have been a safe place to visit.
As the Age of Exploration began, reaching Antarctica and reporting back on it provided a chance for glory. It was one of the only places on the planet that had truly never been charted. January 17 marks the anniversary of two major events in the discovery of Antarctica.
James Cook crosses the Antarctic Circle
From the 1500s to the 1800s, people increasingly began to wonder about what they called "Terra Australis," a continent or series of islands to the south of Australia. Explorer James Cook was tasked with exploring this possible land mass in his second great voyage to determine if it could provide the British with a new trade partner.
Cook crossed the Antarctic Circle on January 17, 1773, where he examined the terrain. Per his journals, there were multiple small islands of ice along with a massive land mass that was similarly frozen. Viewing further exploration as pointless at best, dangerous at worst, he continued on with his journey.
"This immense field was composed of different kinds of ice, such as high ills, loose or broken pieces packed close together, and what, I think, Greenlandmen call field-ice. A float of this kind of ice lay to the S. E. of us, of such extent that I could see no end to it, from the mast-head."- James Cook
In the end, Captain Cook did not have the opportunity to properly discover Antarctica, but he provided a lot of information about the climate and wildlife. While it was not a complete answer, Cook felt that he had done all that could be done.
"The risk one runs in exploring a coast in these unknown and Icy Seas, is so very great, that I can be bold to say, that no man will ever venture farther than I have done and that the lands which may lie to the South will never be explored."- James Cook
Robert Scott becomes the second explorer to reach the South Pole
Despite Cook's insistence that Antarctica both should not and could not be fully charted, European explorers continued to pursue his original mission. Perhaps his warnings were even a motive for their journeys, as anybody who succeeded could claim they were better than Captain Cook.
In 1912, Captain Robert Falcon Scott not only reached the continent, but began to explore it on foot. While Norweigan explorer Roald Amundsen had actually reached the South Pole first, Scott became famous for the horrific fate he met just two and a half months after his team reached the Pole on January 17.
Scott had previously broken records in his explorations of Antarctica, and his 1910-1913 expedition was intended not just to reach the South Pole, but to conduct extensive scientific research while there. Even after arriving too late, they had the opportunity to revolutionize what the world knew about the Antarctic.
However, as Scott and his small team attempted to return to their base, they were trapped by a blizzard. They could not finish the journey, nor could anyone come rescue them, and the cold and lack of resources led to what must have been slow, painful deaths. Their bodies were found in November, along with a series of letters to tell their families and colleagues goodbye.
"Had we lived, I should have had a tale to tell of the hardihood, endurance, and courage of my companions which would have stirred the heart of every Englishman. These rough notes and our dead bodies must tell the tale, but surely, surely, a great rich country like ours will see that those who are dependent on us are properly provided for."- Robert Scott, Message to the Public
While they lost their lives and lost the race to the South Pole, Scott and his crew are still credited with discovering the first fossils in Antarctica, proof that the barren landscape once was capable of supporting life.
Unlike the cheery legends of Santa's Workshop at the North Pole, the South Pole is best known for being the most dangerous land mass on the planet for humans. While there are now between 1,000 and 5,000 people who live at Antarctica for research purposes, it is still not hospitable for long-term residence.
As we face the cold spells of January, it's a good time to remember these two dangerous expeditions to the coldest place on Earth.
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0.466748863... | 1 | Antarctica is the only continent in the world that is almost entirely uninhabited, and there's a good reason for that. According to the World Fact Book, it is "the coldest, windiest, and driest continent on Earth," with no land suitable for farming. However, it was little more than a myth for most of human history, as it wasn't possible to travel there safely, nor would it have been a safe place to visit.
As the Age of Exploration began, reaching Antarctica and reporting back on it provided a chance for glory. It was one of the only places on the planet that had truly never been charted. January 17 marks the anniversary of two major events in the discovery of Antarctica.
James Cook crosses the Antarctic Circle
From the 1500s to the 1800s, people increasingly began to wonder about what they called "Terra Australis," a continent or series of islands to the south of Australia. Explorer James Cook was tasked with exploring this possible land mass in his second great voyage to determine if it could provide the British with a new trade partner.
Cook crossed the Antarctic Circle on January 17, 1773, where he examined the terrain. Per his journals, there were multiple small islands of ice along with a massive land mass that was similarly frozen. Viewing further exploration as pointless at best, dangerous at worst, he continued on with his journey.
"This immense field was composed of different kinds of ice, such as high ills, loose or broken pieces packed close together, and what, I think, Greenlandmen call field-ice. A float of this kind of ice lay to the S. E. of us, of such extent that I could see no end to it, from the mast-head."- James Cook
In the end, Captain Cook did not have the opportunity to properly discover Antarctica, but he provided a lot of information about the climate and wildlife. While it was not a complete answer, Cook felt that he had done all that could be done.
"The risk one runs in exploring a coast in these unknown and Icy Seas, is so very great, that I can be bold to say, that no man will ever venture farther than I have done and that the lands which may lie to the South will never be explored."- James Cook
Robert Scott becomes the second explorer to reach the South Pole
Despite Cook's insistence that Antarctica both should not and could not be fully charted, European explorers continued to pursue his original mission. Perhaps his warnings were even a motive for their journeys, as anybody who succeeded could claim they were better than Captain Cook.
In 1912, Captain Robert Falcon Scott not only reached the continent, but began to explore it on foot. While Norweigan explorer Roald Amundsen had actually reached the South Pole first, Scott became famous for the horrific fate he met just two and a half months after his team reached the Pole on January 17.
Scott had previously broken records in his explorations of Antarctica, and his 1910-1913 expedition was intended not just to reach the South Pole, but to conduct extensive scientific research while there. Even after arriving too late, they had the opportunity to revolutionize what the world knew about the Antarctic.
However, as Scott and his small team attempted to return to their base, they were trapped by a blizzard. They could not finish the journey, nor could anyone come rescue them, and the cold and lack of resources led to what must have been slow, painful deaths. Their bodies were found in November, along with a series of letters to tell their families and colleagues goodbye.
"Had we lived, I should have had a tale to tell of the hardihood, endurance, and courage of my companions which would have stirred the heart of every Englishman. These rough notes and our dead bodies must tell the tale, but surely, surely, a great rich country like ours will see that those who are dependent on us are properly provided for."- Robert Scott, Message to the Public
While they lost their lives and lost the race to the South Pole, Scott and his crew are still credited with discovering the first fossils in Antarctica, proof that the barren landscape once was capable of supporting life.
Unlike the cheery legends of Santa's Workshop at the North Pole, the South Pole is best known for being the most dangerous land mass on the planet for humans. While there are now between 1,000 and 5,000 people who live at Antarctica for research purposes, it is still not hospitable for long-term residence.
As we face the cold spells of January, it's a good time to remember these two dangerous expeditions to the coldest place on Earth.
Check back for more segments of "This Day in History" on Ask Everest. | 992 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Siege of MeauxMeaux, France
It was while Henry was in the north of England he was informed of the disaster at Baugé and the death of his brother. He is said, by contemporaries, to have borne the news manfully. Henry returned to France with an army of 4000–5000 men. He arrived in Calais on 10 June 1421 and he set off immediately to relieve the Duke of Exeter at Paris. The capital was threatened by French forces, based at Dreux, Meaux, and Joigny. The King besieged and captured Dreux quite easily, and then he went south, capturing Vendôme and Beaugency before marching on Orleans. He did not have sufficient supplies to besiege such a large and well-defended city, so after three days he went north to capture Villeneuve-le-Roy.
This accomplished, Henry marched on Meaux with an army of more than 20,000 men.The town's defense was led by the Bastard of Vaurus, by all accounts cruel and evil, but a brave commander all the same. The siege commenced on 6 October 1421, mining and bombardment soon brought down the walls. Casualties began to mount in the English army. As the siege continued, Henry himself grew sick, although he refused to leave until the siege was finished. On 9 May 1422, the town of Meaux surrendered, although the garrison held out. Under continued bombardment, the garrison gave in as well on 10 May, following a siege of seven months. | <urn:uuid:a5c6b69f-72f2-4230-8b63-8081cf0f1bae> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://history-maps.com/story/Hundred-Years-War/event/Siege-of-Meaux | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473401.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221070402-20240221100402-00334.warc.gz | en | 0.98641 | 311 | 3.484375 | 3 | [
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It was while Henry was in the north of England he was informed of the disaster at Baugé and the death of his brother. He is said, by contemporaries, to have borne the news manfully. Henry returned to France with an army of 4000–5000 men. He arrived in Calais on 10 June 1421 and he set off immediately to relieve the Duke of Exeter at Paris. The capital was threatened by French forces, based at Dreux, Meaux, and Joigny. The King besieged and captured Dreux quite easily, and then he went south, capturing Vendôme and Beaugency before marching on Orleans. He did not have sufficient supplies to besiege such a large and well-defended city, so after three days he went north to capture Villeneuve-le-Roy.
This accomplished, Henry marched on Meaux with an army of more than 20,000 men.The town's defense was led by the Bastard of Vaurus, by all accounts cruel and evil, but a brave commander all the same. The siege commenced on 6 October 1421, mining and bombardment soon brought down the walls. Casualties began to mount in the English army. As the siege continued, Henry himself grew sick, although he refused to leave until the siege was finished. On 9 May 1422, the town of Meaux surrendered, although the garrison held out. Under continued bombardment, the garrison gave in as well on 10 May, following a siege of seven months. | 341 | ENGLISH | 1 |
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The Russian war in Ukraine, which began with the annexation of Crimea in 2014, has had devastating consequences for both Ukraine and Russia, and its causes are complex and multifaceted.
One major cause of the war was the political upheaval that took place in Ukraine in 2014, which led to the removal of President Yanukovych and the installation of a pro-Western government. Russia saw this as a threat to its own interests and began supporting separatist movements in eastern Ukraine, which eventually led to the outbreak of armed conflict.
Another significant factor was the historical and cultural ties between Ukraine and Russia, as well as Russia's longstanding desire to maintain influence in its near abroad.
On February 24, 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion into Ukraine, which has resulted in a year of intense fighting, with reports of missile strikes on civilian targets, forced deportation, and other atrocities. Russia has also attempted to claim several Ukrainian territories, and the conflict has led to the displacement of millions of people and has had a significant impact on the economy and infrastructure of both countries.
The war has also had broader regional and international implications, with many countries imposing sanctions on Russia in response to its actions in Ukraine. It has been described as the biggest threat to peace and security in Europe since the end of the Cold War.
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The Russian war in Ukraine, which began with the annexation of Crimea in 2014, has had devastating consequences for both Ukraine and Russia, and its causes are complex and multifaceted.
One major cause of the war was the political upheaval that took place in Ukraine in 2014, which led to the removal of President Yanukovych and the installation of a pro-Western government. Russia saw this as a threat to its own interests and began supporting separatist movements in eastern Ukraine, which eventually led to the outbreak of armed conflict.
Another significant factor was the historical and cultural ties between Ukraine and Russia, as well as Russia's longstanding desire to maintain influence in its near abroad.
On February 24, 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion into Ukraine, which has resulted in a year of intense fighting, with reports of missile strikes on civilian targets, forced deportation, and other atrocities. Russia has also attempted to claim several Ukrainian territories, and the conflict has led to the displacement of millions of people and has had a significant impact on the economy and infrastructure of both countries.
The war has also had broader regional and international implications, with many countries imposing sanctions on Russia in response to its actions in Ukraine. It has been described as the biggest threat to peace and security in Europe since the end of the Cold War.
In conclusion, the Russian war in Ukraine has been a complex and devastating conflict with significant political, economic, and humanitarian consequences. Its causes are rooted in both historical and contemporary factors, and its impact has been felt both within and beyond the borders of Ukraine and Russia. | 352 | ENGLISH | 1 |
- slave trade
the business or process of procuring, transporting, and selling slaves, esp. black Africans to the New World prior to the mid-19th century.[1725-35]
* * *Capturing, selling, and buying of slaves.Slavery has existed throughout the world from ancient times, and trading in slaves has been equally universal. Slaves were taken from the Slavs and Iranians from antiquity to the 19th century, from the sub-Saharan Africans from the 1st century AD to the mid-20th century, and from the Germanic, Celtic, and Romance peoples during the Viking era. Elaborate trade networks developed: for example, in the 9th and 10th centuries, Vikings might sell East Slavic slaves to Arab and Jewish traders, who would take them to Verdun and León, whence they might be sold throughout Moorish Spain and North Africa. The transatlantic slave trade is perhaps the best-known. In Africa, women and children but not men were wanted as slaves for labour and for lineage incorporation; from с 1500, captive men were taken to the coast and sold to Europeans. They were then transported to the Caribbean or Brazil, where they were sold at auction and taken throughout the New World. In the 17th and 18th centuries, African slaves were traded in the Caribbean for molasses, which was made into rum in the American colonies and traded back to Africa for more slaves.
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the business or process of procuring, transporting, and selling slaves, esp. black Africans to the New World prior to the mid-19th century.[1725-35]
* * *Capturing, selling, and buying of slaves.Slavery has existed throughout the world from ancient times, and trading in slaves has been equally universal. Slaves were taken from the Slavs and Iranians from antiquity to the 19th century, from the sub-Saharan Africans from the 1st century AD to the mid-20th century, and from the Germanic, Celtic, and Romance peoples during the Viking era. Elaborate trade networks developed: for example, in the 9th and 10th centuries, Vikings might sell East Slavic slaves to Arab and Jewish traders, who would take them to Verdun and León, whence they might be sold throughout Moorish Spain and North Africa. The transatlantic slave trade is perhaps the best-known. In Africa, women and children but not men were wanted as slaves for labour and for lineage incorporation; from с 1500, captive men were taken to the coast and sold to Europeans. They were then transported to the Caribbean or Brazil, where they were sold at auction and taken throughout the New World. In the 17th and 18th centuries, African slaves were traded in the Caribbean for molasses, which was made into rum in the American colonies and traded back to Africa for more slaves.
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Why were the Sophists important philosophically?
The Sophists do not have an august reputation, and their successors in ancient times, particularly Plato, had little praise for their contributions to philosophy. However, that assessment may not be altogether fair. Unlike the Pre-Socratics, who concentrated on the natural, non-human world, the Sophists were interested in human nature and human affairs. The Sophists were the first humanists in Western philosophy. We should also keep in mind that much of their thought was opposed to the timeless wisdom prized by Plato, and much of how they were characterized comes from Plato.
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The Sophists do not have an august reputation, and their successors in ancient times, particularly Plato, had little praise for their contributions to philosophy. However, that assessment may not be altogether fair. Unlike the Pre-Socratics, who concentrated on the natural, non-human world, the Sophists were interested in human nature and human affairs. The Sophists were the first humanists in Western philosophy. We should also keep in mind that much of their thought was opposed to the timeless wisdom prized by Plato, and much of how they were characterized comes from Plato.
The Sophists were public intellectuals who popularized existing knowledge and wisdom, with some original modification. The subjects they addressed included: grammar, theory of language, ethics, political philosophy and doctrines, religion, ideas about the gods, human nature and the origins of humankind, literary criticism, mathematics, and last but not least, speculations about the natural world that had been developed by the Pre-Socratics. | 203 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Lockport, Illinois is a small city that holds a vast history. With its roots deep in American history, Lockport has been a significant location for several critical events in history that shaped the country we know today. Here are seven historical events that took place near Lockport, Illinois:
1. The Illinois and Michigan Canal (1848): One of the most prominent events in Lockport's history is the construction of the Illinois and Michigan Canal, which connected Lake Michigan to the Illinois River. The canal was a significant transportation route that helped to open up the Midwest to settlement, commerce, and development.
2. The Lockport Convention (1856): In 1856, the Lockport Convention was held, bringing together representatives from several states to discuss the issue of slavery. The convention was significant in setting the groundwork for the formation of the Republican Party, which later became a driving force for the abolition of slavery.
3. Lincoln's Visit to Lockport (1858): On July 27, 1858, Abraham Lincoln visited Lockport, where he gave a speech at Canalport Park. It was during this speech that Lincoln famously stated, "A house divided against itself cannot stand," which is now one of his most famous quotes.
4. The Great Chicago Fire (1871): The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 had a significant impact on Lockport. Thousands of people who were left homeless by the fire fled to Lockport in search of shelter and food.
5. The Joliet Iron and Steel Company (1889): The Joliet Iron and Steel Company, located just a few miles from Lockport, was one of the largest and most successful steel mills in the country during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Its economic impact on the Lockport area was significant.
6. The Village of Romeoville (1895): The village of Romeoville was officially incorporated in 1895 and is located just a few miles from Lockport. It was named after Romeo and Juliet, and its incorporation helped to establish it as an independent municipality separate from Lockport.
7. The World War II Prisoner of War Camp (1943-1946): During World War II, Lockport was the site of a prisoner of war camp that housed German prisoners. The camp was located on the grounds of the Joliet Army Ammunition Plant, which is now known as the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.
In conclusion, Lockport, Illinois, has a rich history that is deeply intertwined with some of the most significant events in American history. From the construction of the Illinois and Michigan Canal to Lincoln's famous speech, Lockport has played an essential role in shaping the country we know today.
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0.6463085412979... | 1 | Lockport, Illinois is a small city that holds a vast history. With its roots deep in American history, Lockport has been a significant location for several critical events in history that shaped the country we know today. Here are seven historical events that took place near Lockport, Illinois:
1. The Illinois and Michigan Canal (1848): One of the most prominent events in Lockport's history is the construction of the Illinois and Michigan Canal, which connected Lake Michigan to the Illinois River. The canal was a significant transportation route that helped to open up the Midwest to settlement, commerce, and development.
2. The Lockport Convention (1856): In 1856, the Lockport Convention was held, bringing together representatives from several states to discuss the issue of slavery. The convention was significant in setting the groundwork for the formation of the Republican Party, which later became a driving force for the abolition of slavery.
3. Lincoln's Visit to Lockport (1858): On July 27, 1858, Abraham Lincoln visited Lockport, where he gave a speech at Canalport Park. It was during this speech that Lincoln famously stated, "A house divided against itself cannot stand," which is now one of his most famous quotes.
4. The Great Chicago Fire (1871): The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 had a significant impact on Lockport. Thousands of people who were left homeless by the fire fled to Lockport in search of shelter and food.
5. The Joliet Iron and Steel Company (1889): The Joliet Iron and Steel Company, located just a few miles from Lockport, was one of the largest and most successful steel mills in the country during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Its economic impact on the Lockport area was significant.
6. The Village of Romeoville (1895): The village of Romeoville was officially incorporated in 1895 and is located just a few miles from Lockport. It was named after Romeo and Juliet, and its incorporation helped to establish it as an independent municipality separate from Lockport.
7. The World War II Prisoner of War Camp (1943-1946): During World War II, Lockport was the site of a prisoner of war camp that housed German prisoners. The camp was located on the grounds of the Joliet Army Ammunition Plant, which is now known as the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.
In conclusion, Lockport, Illinois, has a rich history that is deeply intertwined with some of the most significant events in American history. From the construction of the Illinois and Michigan Canal to Lincoln's famous speech, Lockport has played an essential role in shaping the country we know today.
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On May 20th, 1799, in the city of Acre (currently Akko, Israel), Napoleon was handed his first defeat, the likes of which would not be seen again until he was routed at Waterloo in 1815. Acre and Waterloo are, in a sense, bookends of Napoleon’s eighty-battle career: Acre signaled the demise of Napoleon’s Egyptian campaign, and with it, his earlier ambitions for an empire in the Middle East, while Waterloo famously ended Napoleon’s autocratic reign as Emperor of France and much of Europe. Yet, like a snake shedding its skin, Napoleon slunk away from the Egyptian campaign immediately following the debacle at Acre. He then returned to France, spinning his dismal failure at Acre as a victory, and was greeted with a hero’s welcome. Less than a month later, he was First Consul of France – effectively an autocrat.
Lost to most of history is the importance of Acre in the Napoleonic Wars, as well as the man who vanquished Napoleon at Acre: Sir William Sidney Smith. An established, years-long antipathy between these men contributed to the uniqueness of the Acre fiasco and would continue to haunt Napoleon for years to come.
Six years before they faced off at the Siege of Acre, Napoleon and Smith crossed paths at the Siege of Toulon in 1793, where both Smith and Napoleon made a name for themselves. Napoleon, then a 24-year-old artillery colonel in the service of the French Republic, brilliantly forced the Royalists and their British allies at Toulon to capitulate, making the siege a successful one. He was promoted to brigadier-general for his contributions. Sidney Smith was four years older than Napoleon and had made his name in the Royal Navy, primarily fighting in the American Revolutionary War. He had achieved the rank of lieutenant by the age of sixteen and was a captain before leaving the Royal Navy and serving as the principal naval advisor to Sweden’s King Gustav III. Gustav III also awarded Smith a knighthood for his service. When the Siege of Toulon was underway, Smith wasn’t even serving in the navy, yet he aided the evacuation of the Royalists and the British by destroying half the French fleet. He was captured and sent to the Temple Prison in Paris.
According to the norms of the day (and especially since he was technically a civilian), it was expected that the French would release Smith. Napoleon was adamant that Smith be charged with arson. He refused to accept the messenger bearing Smith’s letter asking for release, and Smith stayed in Temple Prison for two years until being rescued by French Loyalists and the British. Smith wrote a letter to Napoleon on the shutter of his cell; this actually turned into an open letter to Napoleon, as word got to the press, who published it. Smith warned Napoleon that “Fortune’s wheel makes strange revolutions,” and that one day, their positions would be reversed. He even posited that Napoleon would be sitting in the cell that he occupied.
Six years later, as Napoleon laid siege to another city in a different part of the world, it would seem that Smith’s words were indeed coming to haunt him. Napoleon had arrived in Alexandria on July 1 of 1798 for his Egypt campaign with a force of 50,000 men. Less than a month later, the British Navy dealt Napoleon a devastating blow, destroying his fleet on the Nile, and leaving Napoleon effectively stranded. Undeterred, Napoleon continued his campaign on land. Wishing to emulate his hero, Alexander the Great, Napoleon envisioned himself triumphantly marching on Jerusalem. In order to achieve this objective, taking Acre was critical. After easy victories at Jaffa, Haifa, and Mt. Tabor, Napoleon expected the city to fall quickly in March of 1799. Then Sir Sidney Smith showed up on his ship The Tigre just off the coast of Acre.
From the harbor, Smith helped the Ottomans hold out against Napoleon’s forces by barraging them and supplying the Ottomans with artillery that Smith had actually captured from Napoleon. After fifty-four days of siege, Napoleon gave up. Smith wrote to Napoleon, this time assured that his nemesis would receive the letter immediately. In it, he referenced the poor treatment he had received from Napoleon and how their fortunes had reversed: “Could you have thought that a poor prisoner in the cell of the Temple prison–that an unfortunate for whom you refused, for a single moment, to give yourself any concern, being at the same time able to render him a signal service, since you were then all-powerful–could you have thought, I say, that this same man would have become your antagonist, and have compelled you, in the midst of the sands of Syria, to raise the siege of a miserable, almost defenceless town? Such events, you must admit, exceed all human calculations.”
Napoleon receiving a letter from Smith must have created a buzz amongst Napoleon’s men, as Smith’s prison letter was well known by then. Incensed and embarrassed, Napoleon lied to his staff and claimed that Smith had challenged him to a duel. But Napoleon had a bigger problem than Smith’s smugness. He had roughly 2,000 wounded or ill men on his hands. It would have been impossible for them to return all the way to Egypt overland. According to the norms of warfare, they would be allowed to be evacuated by the nearby French battleships. But Napoleon could not bring himself to surrender to Smith, nor to ask for terms to help his men. Instead, he preferred to euthanize them with laudanum after marching his men back to Jaffa.
This was a low point, even for Napoleon. The trauma of the defeat at Acre was exacerbated by ego in a confrontation that started at Toulon. Napoleon’s pride and spat with Smith magnified the cruelty of which Napoleon was capable. In 1804, shortly after Napoleon became emperor of France, the rumors surrounding the poisoning of his troops still swirled at court and in the streets. It was then that he commissioned his first piece of visual propaganda, known as Bonaparte Visits the Plague Stricken in Jaffa, by Antoine-Jean Gros. It was a sensation and cemented Napoleon’s success in re-imagining his Egypt campaign.
In his own time, Smith’s victory was widely celebrated in England through ballads, poems, and works of art. Not much remains of Smith’s legacy, nor of the importance of his victory at Acre. Gros’s painting, however, lives on as one of the most famous images of Napoleon’s campaign, and in so doing, obscures the history of the events. In a few collections around the world, the British side of the story and the importance of Acre exists and can be found in the form of commemorative medals such as these.
1. Pocock, Tom. A Thirst for Glory: The Life of Admiral Sir Sidney Smith. Random House (UK), 1998. P.55
2. Ibid, p. 55-56. According to legend, Napoleon’s motivation for destroying the Temple Prison in 1804 was to prevent Smith’s prophetic words from coming true.
3. Napoleon admired and emulated many aspects of Alexander the Great’s conduct, but it was Napoleon’s campaign in the East that seems to have drawn on the ancient general the most. Mclynn, Frank. Napoleon: A Biography. New York, Arcade Pub, 2011. P. 200 in particular.
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0.167381122708320... | 1 | On May 20th, 1799, in the city of Acre (currently Akko, Israel), Napoleon was handed his first defeat, the likes of which would not be seen again until he was routed at Waterloo in 1815. Acre and Waterloo are, in a sense, bookends of Napoleon’s eighty-battle career: Acre signaled the demise of Napoleon’s Egyptian campaign, and with it, his earlier ambitions for an empire in the Middle East, while Waterloo famously ended Napoleon’s autocratic reign as Emperor of France and much of Europe. Yet, like a snake shedding its skin, Napoleon slunk away from the Egyptian campaign immediately following the debacle at Acre. He then returned to France, spinning his dismal failure at Acre as a victory, and was greeted with a hero’s welcome. Less than a month later, he was First Consul of France – effectively an autocrat.
Lost to most of history is the importance of Acre in the Napoleonic Wars, as well as the man who vanquished Napoleon at Acre: Sir William Sidney Smith. An established, years-long antipathy between these men contributed to the uniqueness of the Acre fiasco and would continue to haunt Napoleon for years to come.
Six years before they faced off at the Siege of Acre, Napoleon and Smith crossed paths at the Siege of Toulon in 1793, where both Smith and Napoleon made a name for themselves. Napoleon, then a 24-year-old artillery colonel in the service of the French Republic, brilliantly forced the Royalists and their British allies at Toulon to capitulate, making the siege a successful one. He was promoted to brigadier-general for his contributions. Sidney Smith was four years older than Napoleon and had made his name in the Royal Navy, primarily fighting in the American Revolutionary War. He had achieved the rank of lieutenant by the age of sixteen and was a captain before leaving the Royal Navy and serving as the principal naval advisor to Sweden’s King Gustav III. Gustav III also awarded Smith a knighthood for his service. When the Siege of Toulon was underway, Smith wasn’t even serving in the navy, yet he aided the evacuation of the Royalists and the British by destroying half the French fleet. He was captured and sent to the Temple Prison in Paris.
According to the norms of the day (and especially since he was technically a civilian), it was expected that the French would release Smith. Napoleon was adamant that Smith be charged with arson. He refused to accept the messenger bearing Smith’s letter asking for release, and Smith stayed in Temple Prison for two years until being rescued by French Loyalists and the British. Smith wrote a letter to Napoleon on the shutter of his cell; this actually turned into an open letter to Napoleon, as word got to the press, who published it. Smith warned Napoleon that “Fortune’s wheel makes strange revolutions,” and that one day, their positions would be reversed. He even posited that Napoleon would be sitting in the cell that he occupied.
Six years later, as Napoleon laid siege to another city in a different part of the world, it would seem that Smith’s words were indeed coming to haunt him. Napoleon had arrived in Alexandria on July 1 of 1798 for his Egypt campaign with a force of 50,000 men. Less than a month later, the British Navy dealt Napoleon a devastating blow, destroying his fleet on the Nile, and leaving Napoleon effectively stranded. Undeterred, Napoleon continued his campaign on land. Wishing to emulate his hero, Alexander the Great, Napoleon envisioned himself triumphantly marching on Jerusalem. In order to achieve this objective, taking Acre was critical. After easy victories at Jaffa, Haifa, and Mt. Tabor, Napoleon expected the city to fall quickly in March of 1799. Then Sir Sidney Smith showed up on his ship The Tigre just off the coast of Acre.
From the harbor, Smith helped the Ottomans hold out against Napoleon’s forces by barraging them and supplying the Ottomans with artillery that Smith had actually captured from Napoleon. After fifty-four days of siege, Napoleon gave up. Smith wrote to Napoleon, this time assured that his nemesis would receive the letter immediately. In it, he referenced the poor treatment he had received from Napoleon and how their fortunes had reversed: “Could you have thought that a poor prisoner in the cell of the Temple prison–that an unfortunate for whom you refused, for a single moment, to give yourself any concern, being at the same time able to render him a signal service, since you were then all-powerful–could you have thought, I say, that this same man would have become your antagonist, and have compelled you, in the midst of the sands of Syria, to raise the siege of a miserable, almost defenceless town? Such events, you must admit, exceed all human calculations.”
Napoleon receiving a letter from Smith must have created a buzz amongst Napoleon’s men, as Smith’s prison letter was well known by then. Incensed and embarrassed, Napoleon lied to his staff and claimed that Smith had challenged him to a duel. But Napoleon had a bigger problem than Smith’s smugness. He had roughly 2,000 wounded or ill men on his hands. It would have been impossible for them to return all the way to Egypt overland. According to the norms of warfare, they would be allowed to be evacuated by the nearby French battleships. But Napoleon could not bring himself to surrender to Smith, nor to ask for terms to help his men. Instead, he preferred to euthanize them with laudanum after marching his men back to Jaffa.
This was a low point, even for Napoleon. The trauma of the defeat at Acre was exacerbated by ego in a confrontation that started at Toulon. Napoleon’s pride and spat with Smith magnified the cruelty of which Napoleon was capable. In 1804, shortly after Napoleon became emperor of France, the rumors surrounding the poisoning of his troops still swirled at court and in the streets. It was then that he commissioned his first piece of visual propaganda, known as Bonaparte Visits the Plague Stricken in Jaffa, by Antoine-Jean Gros. It was a sensation and cemented Napoleon’s success in re-imagining his Egypt campaign.
In his own time, Smith’s victory was widely celebrated in England through ballads, poems, and works of art. Not much remains of Smith’s legacy, nor of the importance of his victory at Acre. Gros’s painting, however, lives on as one of the most famous images of Napoleon’s campaign, and in so doing, obscures the history of the events. In a few collections around the world, the British side of the story and the importance of Acre exists and can be found in the form of commemorative medals such as these.
1. Pocock, Tom. A Thirst for Glory: The Life of Admiral Sir Sidney Smith. Random House (UK), 1998. P.55
2. Ibid, p. 55-56. According to legend, Napoleon’s motivation for destroying the Temple Prison in 1804 was to prevent Smith’s prophetic words from coming true.
3. Napoleon admired and emulated many aspects of Alexander the Great’s conduct, but it was Napoleon’s campaign in the East that seems to have drawn on the ancient general the most. Mclynn, Frank. Napoleon: A Biography. New York, Arcade Pub, 2011. P. 200 in particular.
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Known for his woodcut prints, the German Renaissance painter Albrecht Dürer was born in Nuremberg, Germany. He became an influential artist and theorist of the German Renaissance.
During the early 16th century, Albrecht Durer traveled around Europe, visiting Italy, the Low Countries, and the Netherlands. In doing so, he was inspired by the art of those places and his own encounters with those places. His work reflected these influences and he began to be known as an artist who influenced a wider world.
Durer grew up in Nuremberg, Germany. He had a talented eye for detail and sought inspiration from travels. He was also interested in religious imagery, which led him to experiment with religious imagery.
Durer was a precocious talent, and as such, became a printmaker. He studied materials and tools in Nuremberg. He was also apprenticed to a local printer. During this time, he also met artists and intellectuals. He was able to study new developments in perspective, anatomy, and proportion from Jacopo de’ Barbari.
Durer traveled to Italy in 1494. He met Giovanni Bellini, a famous Venetian painter, and learned to use colour confidently from him. He was also able to purchase prints of Leonardo da Vinci and Mantegna.
Durer also visited Antwerp, Brussels, Mechelen, and Bruges. He was able to meet other artists and thinkers, and he also sold his own works. He later returned to Nuremberg, where he died.
The Sainsbury Wing at the National Gallery is currently showing a major exhibition on Durer’s travels. This is the first major Durer show in the UK in twenty years. There are 100 works on display. This includes works from museums all over the world. The exhibition is on until 2022.
Albrecht Durer’s journeys are a fascinating glimpse into life in Europe during the Renaissance. His travels are documented in his diaries and journals. These are available in ePub format.
During his lifetime, Albrecht Durer created three self-portraits. His last is considered to be one of the most influential self-portraits in history. He was one of the most important artists of the 16th century. His work was often criticized, but it was also praised for its technical skill.
Durer’s “Imitatio Christi” is a religious icon that seeks to capture the Biblical “true image” of Christ. He is painted in the same style as many of the earlier representations of Christ. This painting is a precursor to Durer’s future works.
In this portrait, the artist is portrayed as a man of strong conviction and devotion. He is dressed in a brown coat with fur trim, which signifies his status as an artist. His face is framed by a goatee and a bell curve of a mustache. His eyes stare to the left of the panel.
Durer is a devout Christian. He was influenced by the Northern Renaissance. In his art, he explored the complexities of this period. He used religious icons in his self-portraits as a way to express his humanist values.
While many scholars see the “Imitatio Christi” as a precursor to his future works, Durer did not write about the image he depicted. His intention seems to be to show the public that German traditions can compete with the Italian Renaissance.
The “Imitatio Christi” is an example of religious iconography that exemplifies harmony and symmetry. It also highlights the Biblical idea that man was created in God’s image. The image is so perfect it almost appears airless.
While there is no written statement of intent, some speculate that Durer may have shown his self-portrait to prospective clients. Other theories suggest that he was a teacher.
‘Adoration of the Three Kings’ by Albrecht Durer is a painting of the magi. It is a popular subject in art. The Magi are regular figures in traditional accounts of Christmas. They are also known as the Three Wise Men.
The ‘Adoration’ was painted by Durer between his first and second trips to Italy. The painting was commissioned by Frederick the Wise, who was later to become the patron of Martin Luther. It was hung in the Wittenberg Castle Church in 1517.
Durer’s painting is considered one of his best works. It features a highly structured composition with traditional stylistic details. The background has a limpid sky and a boat. The kings have precious jewels in their adornments.
The painting is believed to be the central part of a polyptych. However, it has been disputed. Some art historians believe that the central panel is a group of sculptures. Others have identified it with the Uffizi ‘Adoration of the Magi’.
The altarpiece is said to have been ordered by Elector Frederick the Wise for the chapel of the Schlosskirche in Wittenberg. It was destroyed in a fire in 1729. The altarpiece was restored in 1903. The paumgartner family figures were restored during the nineteenth century. They are now in the museum of Unterlinden.
Durer was a patron of Jobst Harrich, a Nuremberg artist. He also worked with Mathhias Grunwald, a German artist. Both artists were members of the Nuremberg school.
It is possible that the central panel was originally the altarpiece’s central shrine. The background shows a Pre-Alpine landscape. The wife’s train and the road bending into an archway are linked to the painting. This would place the altarpiece’s first seat in Saxony.
During the late 15th century, Albrecht Durer was one of the most important artists in Europe. His style incorporated Italian influences into the basic structures of Northern art. His woodcuts and engravings depicted biblical stories and other subjects.
Durer is remembered for his work on the Woodcuts for the Apocalypse, which helped him become the leading artist of the Renaissance. His interpretation is powerful and frightening. His design of the Four Winds, for example, demonstrates mastery of figural elements of the Revelation.
The Martyrdom of St John the Evangelist is the first of a suite of Woodcuts for The Apocalypse. It is one of the last Woodcuts by Durer. It is also the most famous of the Woodcuts. It illustrates a scene that is not in the Bible.
Durer’s approach to The Apocalypse Woodcuts was to produce close cross-hatching, which produced contrast shades of light and dark. He also used a cruciform sword and backs to each other. This was a novel technique. He left the mechanical part of the work to Formschneider in Nuremberg.
The Apocalypse suite is widely considered to be the most creative of all of Durer’s Woodcuts. It is a collection of thirteen woodcuts. They were published between 1497 and 1498. The series largely borrows from the book of Revelation, which explains the prophecies of the future coming of Christ.
Durer is known for his use of chiaroscuro modeling effects. His depiction of the Sea Monster is especially eerie. It includes a face of the guarded population. It also demonstrates a more modern version of the horn of God.
Despite the fact that Durer is no longer with us, his works and the story behind them are still important. The Albrecht Durer Collection can be seen at the Spirit of the Ages Museum.
Throughout his life, Durer had an effect on many important artists. He was particularly influential on Raphael.
Durer became a prominent figure in the Northern Renaissance. The artist traveled throughout Europe, learning from other artists. His travels drew him to the Low Countries, the Netherlands, and Italy.
In 1495, he began a workshop in Nuremberg. His work emphasized engravings and woodcuts. During this time, he exhibited his works at fairs and markets.
Durer’s fascination with nature was an inspiration for much of his work. He created several religious works in his later years. These paintings are characterized by spherical Copernican ideas of space. The artist also created a series of master engravings of death.
He was born in Nuremberg, Germany. His parents were goldsmiths. He had an interest in art from a young age. He learned the fundamentals of drawing and goldsmithing from his father. He also developed a passion for mathematics and geometry.
He was a prolific writer on the topic of perspective. He also incorporated mathematical principles into his philosophical treatises. He also mastered the use of the burin to create engravings.
In the late 16th and early 17th centuries, he became the first northern artist to be influenced by Italian Renaissance artists. His work was a combination of German and Italian themes. He also introduced a new concept into his imagery, which paved the way for Baroque painting.
Albrecht Durer died in Nuremberg at the age of 56 in 1528. His tombstone epitaph was written by Pirckheimer. He is considered a highly influential artist and his influence on artists throughout the world is immense. His life is documented in numerous sources.
Durer’s works were an inspiration for many Romantic artists in the 19th century.
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0.345137178... | 1 | Known for his woodcut prints, the German Renaissance painter Albrecht Dürer was born in Nuremberg, Germany. He became an influential artist and theorist of the German Renaissance.
During the early 16th century, Albrecht Durer traveled around Europe, visiting Italy, the Low Countries, and the Netherlands. In doing so, he was inspired by the art of those places and his own encounters with those places. His work reflected these influences and he began to be known as an artist who influenced a wider world.
Durer grew up in Nuremberg, Germany. He had a talented eye for detail and sought inspiration from travels. He was also interested in religious imagery, which led him to experiment with religious imagery.
Durer was a precocious talent, and as such, became a printmaker. He studied materials and tools in Nuremberg. He was also apprenticed to a local printer. During this time, he also met artists and intellectuals. He was able to study new developments in perspective, anatomy, and proportion from Jacopo de’ Barbari.
Durer traveled to Italy in 1494. He met Giovanni Bellini, a famous Venetian painter, and learned to use colour confidently from him. He was also able to purchase prints of Leonardo da Vinci and Mantegna.
Durer also visited Antwerp, Brussels, Mechelen, and Bruges. He was able to meet other artists and thinkers, and he also sold his own works. He later returned to Nuremberg, where he died.
The Sainsbury Wing at the National Gallery is currently showing a major exhibition on Durer’s travels. This is the first major Durer show in the UK in twenty years. There are 100 works on display. This includes works from museums all over the world. The exhibition is on until 2022.
Albrecht Durer’s journeys are a fascinating glimpse into life in Europe during the Renaissance. His travels are documented in his diaries and journals. These are available in ePub format.
During his lifetime, Albrecht Durer created three self-portraits. His last is considered to be one of the most influential self-portraits in history. He was one of the most important artists of the 16th century. His work was often criticized, but it was also praised for its technical skill.
Durer’s “Imitatio Christi” is a religious icon that seeks to capture the Biblical “true image” of Christ. He is painted in the same style as many of the earlier representations of Christ. This painting is a precursor to Durer’s future works.
In this portrait, the artist is portrayed as a man of strong conviction and devotion. He is dressed in a brown coat with fur trim, which signifies his status as an artist. His face is framed by a goatee and a bell curve of a mustache. His eyes stare to the left of the panel.
Durer is a devout Christian. He was influenced by the Northern Renaissance. In his art, he explored the complexities of this period. He used religious icons in his self-portraits as a way to express his humanist values.
While many scholars see the “Imitatio Christi” as a precursor to his future works, Durer did not write about the image he depicted. His intention seems to be to show the public that German traditions can compete with the Italian Renaissance.
The “Imitatio Christi” is an example of religious iconography that exemplifies harmony and symmetry. It also highlights the Biblical idea that man was created in God’s image. The image is so perfect it almost appears airless.
While there is no written statement of intent, some speculate that Durer may have shown his self-portrait to prospective clients. Other theories suggest that he was a teacher.
‘Adoration of the Three Kings’ by Albrecht Durer is a painting of the magi. It is a popular subject in art. The Magi are regular figures in traditional accounts of Christmas. They are also known as the Three Wise Men.
The ‘Adoration’ was painted by Durer between his first and second trips to Italy. The painting was commissioned by Frederick the Wise, who was later to become the patron of Martin Luther. It was hung in the Wittenberg Castle Church in 1517.
Durer’s painting is considered one of his best works. It features a highly structured composition with traditional stylistic details. The background has a limpid sky and a boat. The kings have precious jewels in their adornments.
The painting is believed to be the central part of a polyptych. However, it has been disputed. Some art historians believe that the central panel is a group of sculptures. Others have identified it with the Uffizi ‘Adoration of the Magi’.
The altarpiece is said to have been ordered by Elector Frederick the Wise for the chapel of the Schlosskirche in Wittenberg. It was destroyed in a fire in 1729. The altarpiece was restored in 1903. The paumgartner family figures were restored during the nineteenth century. They are now in the museum of Unterlinden.
Durer was a patron of Jobst Harrich, a Nuremberg artist. He also worked with Mathhias Grunwald, a German artist. Both artists were members of the Nuremberg school.
It is possible that the central panel was originally the altarpiece’s central shrine. The background shows a Pre-Alpine landscape. The wife’s train and the road bending into an archway are linked to the painting. This would place the altarpiece’s first seat in Saxony.
During the late 15th century, Albrecht Durer was one of the most important artists in Europe. His style incorporated Italian influences into the basic structures of Northern art. His woodcuts and engravings depicted biblical stories and other subjects.
Durer is remembered for his work on the Woodcuts for the Apocalypse, which helped him become the leading artist of the Renaissance. His interpretation is powerful and frightening. His design of the Four Winds, for example, demonstrates mastery of figural elements of the Revelation.
The Martyrdom of St John the Evangelist is the first of a suite of Woodcuts for The Apocalypse. It is one of the last Woodcuts by Durer. It is also the most famous of the Woodcuts. It illustrates a scene that is not in the Bible.
Durer’s approach to The Apocalypse Woodcuts was to produce close cross-hatching, which produced contrast shades of light and dark. He also used a cruciform sword and backs to each other. This was a novel technique. He left the mechanical part of the work to Formschneider in Nuremberg.
The Apocalypse suite is widely considered to be the most creative of all of Durer’s Woodcuts. It is a collection of thirteen woodcuts. They were published between 1497 and 1498. The series largely borrows from the book of Revelation, which explains the prophecies of the future coming of Christ.
Durer is known for his use of chiaroscuro modeling effects. His depiction of the Sea Monster is especially eerie. It includes a face of the guarded population. It also demonstrates a more modern version of the horn of God.
Despite the fact that Durer is no longer with us, his works and the story behind them are still important. The Albrecht Durer Collection can be seen at the Spirit of the Ages Museum.
Throughout his life, Durer had an effect on many important artists. He was particularly influential on Raphael.
Durer became a prominent figure in the Northern Renaissance. The artist traveled throughout Europe, learning from other artists. His travels drew him to the Low Countries, the Netherlands, and Italy.
In 1495, he began a workshop in Nuremberg. His work emphasized engravings and woodcuts. During this time, he exhibited his works at fairs and markets.
Durer’s fascination with nature was an inspiration for much of his work. He created several religious works in his later years. These paintings are characterized by spherical Copernican ideas of space. The artist also created a series of master engravings of death.
He was born in Nuremberg, Germany. His parents were goldsmiths. He had an interest in art from a young age. He learned the fundamentals of drawing and goldsmithing from his father. He also developed a passion for mathematics and geometry.
He was a prolific writer on the topic of perspective. He also incorporated mathematical principles into his philosophical treatises. He also mastered the use of the burin to create engravings.
In the late 16th and early 17th centuries, he became the first northern artist to be influenced by Italian Renaissance artists. His work was a combination of German and Italian themes. He also introduced a new concept into his imagery, which paved the way for Baroque painting.
Albrecht Durer died in Nuremberg at the age of 56 in 1528. His tombstone epitaph was written by Pirckheimer. He is considered a highly influential artist and his influence on artists throughout the world is immense. His life is documented in numerous sources.
Durer’s works were an inspiration for many Romantic artists in the 19th century.
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During his time, Edgar Degas was a famous French artist, famous for his pastel drawings and oil paintings. He was a prominent figure in the Impressionist movement.
Known as one of the founders of the Impressionist movement, Edgar Degas was a French artist. He was born in Paris, south of Montmartre, to a prosperous family. His father, a banker, encouraged his son to pursue a career in art. Eventually, his parents sent him to a school in Paris.
When he was 13, his mother died. His aunt became unhappy with her husband. Her sadness was reflected in her work.
After attending an atelier in Paris, Edgar traveled to Italy where he studied the works of Michelangelo, Titian, and Leonardo da Vinci. While there, he also met Edouard Manet. The two men shared a dislike for the prevailing art scenario. They wanted to explore contemporary subject matter and advanced techniques.
After returning to France, Edgar worked as a copyist in the Louvre Museum. His work was rejected by influential artists. He became an avid art collector. During the early 1880s, he began to show his work with less well-established impressionists.
He exhibited his first sculpture in 1881. He also painted portraits of his brother Rene and friends. He exhibited his works at the respected Salon, but later stopped exhibiting.
He was an avid collector of a variety of media, including oil, pastel, and acrylic. He also used photographs and Japanese prints. He developed a unique style of compositional technique. He often approached his subjects from unusual angles. He also used innovative combinations of materials.
During the late 1860s, Edgar was influenced by the work of Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres. His drawings reflect Ingres’s influence. He was influenced by the crisp, linear style of Ingres’s work. He became intrigued by the way the lines of the human body lent contour and solidity to compositions.
Often considered the founder of the Impressionist movement, Edgar Degas was a pioneering French painter and a leader of the group. His artworks, particularly pastel drawings, have become icons of the movement. He also influenced several important painters, including Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Walter Sickert, and Mary Cassatt.
Degas’ works feature a variety of subjects, including portraits, landscapes, nudes, and dancers. He was particularly interested in capturing the complexities of the human figure. In particular, he enjoyed drawing ballet dancers.
He was also a master of drawing and was renowned for his ability to draw the body’s musculature. A deep admirer of the old masters, Edgar Degas drew inspiration from Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. His works also drew on Japanese woodblock prints and photography.
When he was 22 years old, Edgar Degas went to Italy for three years. He studied Italian art and culture and took part in public drawing classes. He traveled to Naples and Rome.
During his time in Italy, Degas became fascinated with the human figure. He painted the human form in a variety of unique angles and positions. He specialized in portraits, dancers, and racehorses. He also experimented with different media, such as pastel and oil. He even worked in wax and cast bronze sculptures.
However, in later years, he began to withdraw from the Paris art world. He also suffered from progressive blindness.
In his notebooks, Degas compiled a collection of various styles and ideas for figure-based paintings. He also produced monotypes, which allow him to print directly onto a metal plate. This technique allowed him to experiment with his work while also working on other pieces at the same time.
The Little Fourteen-Year-Old Dancer, one of Degas’ most well-known works, was outfitted with a real tulle skirt and beribboned wig. It was included in an 1881 Impressionist exhibit in Paris.
During the 1860s, Edgar Degas became one of the most celebrated painters of his day. His works were admired for their unique compositional techniques and bold use of colour. His paintings are also said to provide a unique sense of fleeting impressions.
He began his career by copying the Italian Renaissance masters at the Louvre. Later, he began painting dance scenes. His interest in female form remained a recurring theme in his work. He sought to represent the figure in its most complete state.
His first sculpture was exhibited in 1881. However, his public exhibitions of sculpture were few. He did, however, create outdoor scenes from memory. These outdoor scenes are characterized by an interest in light and shade.
He grew up in an art-loving family. His father encouraged his artistic talents, and took him to Paris museums often. He also enrolled in the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, and studied law for a year.
During the Franco-Prussian war, he enlisted in the National Guard. His father died in 1873. This forced Degas to sell his possessions to avoid a scandal. He retreated from the public eye in old age. But his classical style remained with him throughout his life.
He studied art in Italy and France, and was influenced by Paul Gaugin. He was also a friend of Edouard Manet. He became a member of the anti-establishment movement of the 1870s. These artists met regularly to discuss their desire for change.
Degas’ notebooks contain numerous reflections on his art. He was also fond of experimenting with different media. He painted with pastel and oil paints, and he used several techniques to produce his paintings. He was also known for using off-balance compositions.
During Edgar Degas’ lifetime, he painted a wide range of subjects, but the ones that made the biggest impact on the world of modern art were his dancers paintings. These depicted ballet dancers in various scenes, and are known today as the ‘Degas ballerina’ works.
Edgar Degas first learned to paint in his early days, but later switched to painting more contemporary subjects. In the 1880s, he began to concentrate on dancers and nudes. He was said to have had a deep admiration for the human figure.
In addition to painting portraits, he also made bronze sculptures and pastel drawings. His artworks are now collected from museums all over the world.
He was a member of the French Impressionist movement. He was one of the group’s founding members. He worked with the famous painter Edouard Manet. In his notebooks, he left numerous reflections and ideas for figures-based paintings.
He also created some of the most iconic pastel drawings of all time. His oil paintings have found a place in the collections of museums all over the world.
In his earliest days, he grew up in Paris. He studied at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts. In 1853, he gave up his dreams of becoming a lawyer and embarked on a career as an artist. He inherited a large amount of money from his family. He traveled to Italy and France, and then returned to Paris. He eventually became a prominent member of the French Impressionist movement. He helped defend Paris during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71.
After the French Impressionist movement, Degas continued to paint. His work was often criticized, though many acknowledged his genius. He developed a unique style of painting ballet dancers and other nudes.
During the mid-19th century, many writers referred to Edgar Degas as a misogynist. While many critics and scholars played into the misogynist’s theme, few have tried to challenge the idea. Among those who have questioned the characterization of Degas as a misogynist are feminist critics.
In the 1870s and 1880s, Degas produced a series of dance pictures. These depict young, working class women engaged in clandestine professions. The pictures also suggest a stylistic relationship between modernity and femininity. The subject matter is eroticised, but the paintings are not always accurate depictions of reality.
In the 1960s and 1970s, a wave of popular exhibitions helped to reassess Degas’s significance. However, critics in this era were quick to dismiss his “cruel” paintings as a result of maladjustment. The critics argued that the “predatory artist” archetype was prevalent in Degas’ work. They argued that his depictions of working-class women were viewed as clandestine prostitutes.
In fact, Degas’s portrayals of these women are rooted in his personal perception of that world. He saw a relationship between modernity and a class of women who he perceived as lacking compassion. He was also concerned with the connection between work and prostitution. He believed that criminal behaviors were inherited.
When he was questioned about his views, Degas responded sharply. He ended long-term relationships with friends who disagreed with him. He even stopped working in a house where his friends were living.
Throughout his career, Edgar Degas portrayed women in an unfavorable light. He depicted women as weak, inelegant, and distrustful. He was vehemently anti-Semitic. His paintings often featured women in a variety of sensual poses. He used unusual words to describe his models, such as “looking through a keyhole”. His paintings of ballerinas were inelegant, and he flattened the skull of the Little Dancer.
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Known as one of the founders of the Impressionist movement, Edgar Degas was a French artist. He was born in Paris, south of Montmartre, to a prosperous family. His father, a banker, encouraged his son to pursue a career in art. Eventually, his parents sent him to a school in Paris.
When he was 13, his mother died. His aunt became unhappy with her husband. Her sadness was reflected in her work.
After attending an atelier in Paris, Edgar traveled to Italy where he studied the works of Michelangelo, Titian, and Leonardo da Vinci. While there, he also met Edouard Manet. The two men shared a dislike for the prevailing art scenario. They wanted to explore contemporary subject matter and advanced techniques.
After returning to France, Edgar worked as a copyist in the Louvre Museum. His work was rejected by influential artists. He became an avid art collector. During the early 1880s, he began to show his work with less well-established impressionists.
He exhibited his first sculpture in 1881. He also painted portraits of his brother Rene and friends. He exhibited his works at the respected Salon, but later stopped exhibiting.
He was an avid collector of a variety of media, including oil, pastel, and acrylic. He also used photographs and Japanese prints. He developed a unique style of compositional technique. He often approached his subjects from unusual angles. He also used innovative combinations of materials.
During the late 1860s, Edgar was influenced by the work of Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres. His drawings reflect Ingres’s influence. He was influenced by the crisp, linear style of Ingres’s work. He became intrigued by the way the lines of the human body lent contour and solidity to compositions.
Often considered the founder of the Impressionist movement, Edgar Degas was a pioneering French painter and a leader of the group. His artworks, particularly pastel drawings, have become icons of the movement. He also influenced several important painters, including Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Walter Sickert, and Mary Cassatt.
Degas’ works feature a variety of subjects, including portraits, landscapes, nudes, and dancers. He was particularly interested in capturing the complexities of the human figure. In particular, he enjoyed drawing ballet dancers.
He was also a master of drawing and was renowned for his ability to draw the body’s musculature. A deep admirer of the old masters, Edgar Degas drew inspiration from Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. His works also drew on Japanese woodblock prints and photography.
When he was 22 years old, Edgar Degas went to Italy for three years. He studied Italian art and culture and took part in public drawing classes. He traveled to Naples and Rome.
During his time in Italy, Degas became fascinated with the human figure. He painted the human form in a variety of unique angles and positions. He specialized in portraits, dancers, and racehorses. He also experimented with different media, such as pastel and oil. He even worked in wax and cast bronze sculptures.
However, in later years, he began to withdraw from the Paris art world. He also suffered from progressive blindness.
In his notebooks, Degas compiled a collection of various styles and ideas for figure-based paintings. He also produced monotypes, which allow him to print directly onto a metal plate. This technique allowed him to experiment with his work while also working on other pieces at the same time.
The Little Fourteen-Year-Old Dancer, one of Degas’ most well-known works, was outfitted with a real tulle skirt and beribboned wig. It was included in an 1881 Impressionist exhibit in Paris.
During the 1860s, Edgar Degas became one of the most celebrated painters of his day. His works were admired for their unique compositional techniques and bold use of colour. His paintings are also said to provide a unique sense of fleeting impressions.
He began his career by copying the Italian Renaissance masters at the Louvre. Later, he began painting dance scenes. His interest in female form remained a recurring theme in his work. He sought to represent the figure in its most complete state.
His first sculpture was exhibited in 1881. However, his public exhibitions of sculpture were few. He did, however, create outdoor scenes from memory. These outdoor scenes are characterized by an interest in light and shade.
He grew up in an art-loving family. His father encouraged his artistic talents, and took him to Paris museums often. He also enrolled in the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, and studied law for a year.
During the Franco-Prussian war, he enlisted in the National Guard. His father died in 1873. This forced Degas to sell his possessions to avoid a scandal. He retreated from the public eye in old age. But his classical style remained with him throughout his life.
He studied art in Italy and France, and was influenced by Paul Gaugin. He was also a friend of Edouard Manet. He became a member of the anti-establishment movement of the 1870s. These artists met regularly to discuss their desire for change.
Degas’ notebooks contain numerous reflections on his art. He was also fond of experimenting with different media. He painted with pastel and oil paints, and he used several techniques to produce his paintings. He was also known for using off-balance compositions.
During Edgar Degas’ lifetime, he painted a wide range of subjects, but the ones that made the biggest impact on the world of modern art were his dancers paintings. These depicted ballet dancers in various scenes, and are known today as the ‘Degas ballerina’ works.
Edgar Degas first learned to paint in his early days, but later switched to painting more contemporary subjects. In the 1880s, he began to concentrate on dancers and nudes. He was said to have had a deep admiration for the human figure.
In addition to painting portraits, he also made bronze sculptures and pastel drawings. His artworks are now collected from museums all over the world.
He was a member of the French Impressionist movement. He was one of the group’s founding members. He worked with the famous painter Edouard Manet. In his notebooks, he left numerous reflections and ideas for figures-based paintings.
He also created some of the most iconic pastel drawings of all time. His oil paintings have found a place in the collections of museums all over the world.
In his earliest days, he grew up in Paris. He studied at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts. In 1853, he gave up his dreams of becoming a lawyer and embarked on a career as an artist. He inherited a large amount of money from his family. He traveled to Italy and France, and then returned to Paris. He eventually became a prominent member of the French Impressionist movement. He helped defend Paris during the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71.
After the French Impressionist movement, Degas continued to paint. His work was often criticized, though many acknowledged his genius. He developed a unique style of painting ballet dancers and other nudes.
During the mid-19th century, many writers referred to Edgar Degas as a misogynist. While many critics and scholars played into the misogynist’s theme, few have tried to challenge the idea. Among those who have questioned the characterization of Degas as a misogynist are feminist critics.
In the 1870s and 1880s, Degas produced a series of dance pictures. These depict young, working class women engaged in clandestine professions. The pictures also suggest a stylistic relationship between modernity and femininity. The subject matter is eroticised, but the paintings are not always accurate depictions of reality.
In the 1960s and 1970s, a wave of popular exhibitions helped to reassess Degas’s significance. However, critics in this era were quick to dismiss his “cruel” paintings as a result of maladjustment. The critics argued that the “predatory artist” archetype was prevalent in Degas’ work. They argued that his depictions of working-class women were viewed as clandestine prostitutes.
In fact, Degas’s portrayals of these women are rooted in his personal perception of that world. He saw a relationship between modernity and a class of women who he perceived as lacking compassion. He was also concerned with the connection between work and prostitution. He believed that criminal behaviors were inherited.
When he was questioned about his views, Degas responded sharply. He ended long-term relationships with friends who disagreed with him. He even stopped working in a house where his friends were living.
Throughout his career, Edgar Degas portrayed women in an unfavorable light. He depicted women as weak, inelegant, and distrustful. He was vehemently anti-Semitic. His paintings often featured women in a variety of sensual poses. He used unusual words to describe his models, such as “looking through a keyhole”. His paintings of ballerinas were inelegant, and he flattened the skull of the Little Dancer.
A Brief Look at Ben Affleck Benjamin Affleck is a well-known American actor and director. | 1,962 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Everyone knows that the scenic city of Lincoln is steeped in history. While it may seem peaceful today, it has seen its share of historic bloodshed and fighting. Many will be familiar with the bombing campaign of May 8 1941, conducted by the Nazi Luftwaffe air force during the Blitz, that killed residents in their homes.
But almost 300 years prior, it had been the scene of a pivotal but obscure battle during the First English Civil War. The civil war, which lasted between 1642 and 1646, was fought - in simple terms - between supporters of the Crown and supporters of Parliament over how England, Scotland and Ireland should have been governed.
There were many disagreements over King Charles I's economic policies and how he used his power, with the victorious Parliamentarians eventually ordering his execution in 1649. The loss of human life was devastating, comparable to the First World War, and battles were fought across the three kingdoms.
Many castles besieged - and damaged - during the four-year period of turbulence. One of them was Lincoln Castle, which was subjected to a four-day siege that saw many soldiers killed.
The historic settlement became the central battleground in the East Midlands after a Royalist victory in Newark, where supporters of the King led by Prince Rupert relieved the town of Parliamentarian control. That triumph allowed the Royalists, known in popular culture as Cavaliers, to strengthen their hold in the disputed county.
Despite his personal triumph, Rupert fled to the West Midlands and left a garrison in Lincoln under Sir Francis Fane, setting the stage for a bloody fight to come. The Parliamentarian Earl of Manchester heard about the news while he was in Stamford.
A cavalry, led by future Lord Protector and lingering controversial figure Oliver Cromwell, began work on clearing the county of marauding Cavaliers while the Earl marched to the city. He arrived on May 3, when his 6,000-strong infantry was met by 2,000 Royalists.
That same day, the Parliamentarians - or Roundheads - pushed the Royalists into the upper levels of the city. Steep Hill can be a challenge on even the sunniest of days - but that infamous incline was in the Royalists' favour.
Nothing happened on May 4 as heavy rain made the ground too slippery, so the two forces - Cromwell versus Fane - drew up their plans. The Roundheads are said to have launched their attack at nightfall on May 6, though the exact date is disputed.
Even though their scaling ladders didn't reach the top of the castle walls, the invaders made their way over the top and into the castle. Around 50 Cavaliers were killed in the fighting, against only eight Parliamentarians, and the defenders quickly surrendered.
Historians say that around 800 soldiers were taken prisoner, alongside lawyer Sir Charles Dallison and Fane himself. Lincoln was then mercilessly pillaged while the Earl of Manchester was praised by London for his efforts.
Cromwell went after Lord Goring in Leicestershire, who had been stationed in the city, by crossing the River Trent at Gainsborough. With his 3,000 horses, the future head of the Commonwealth bested the Lord in what is now the village of South Muskham in Nottinghamshire, and historians say he had to swim up the river to escape with his life.
The Earl left Lincoln around two weeks later and made his way towards York. Prince Rupert and the Earl finally clashed at Marston Moor in July, where the Roundheads won a major victory.
After the Royalists were finally defeated two years later, Cromwell took over the country. His 11-year rule remains the subject of much debate.
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But almost 300 years prior, it had been the scene of a pivotal but obscure battle during the First English Civil War. The civil war, which lasted between 1642 and 1646, was fought - in simple terms - between supporters of the Crown and supporters of Parliament over how England, Scotland and Ireland should have been governed.
There were many disagreements over King Charles I's economic policies and how he used his power, with the victorious Parliamentarians eventually ordering his execution in 1649. The loss of human life was devastating, comparable to the First World War, and battles were fought across the three kingdoms.
Many castles besieged - and damaged - during the four-year period of turbulence. One of them was Lincoln Castle, which was subjected to a four-day siege that saw many soldiers killed.
The historic settlement became the central battleground in the East Midlands after a Royalist victory in Newark, where supporters of the King led by Prince Rupert relieved the town of Parliamentarian control. That triumph allowed the Royalists, known in popular culture as Cavaliers, to strengthen their hold in the disputed county.
Despite his personal triumph, Rupert fled to the West Midlands and left a garrison in Lincoln under Sir Francis Fane, setting the stage for a bloody fight to come. The Parliamentarian Earl of Manchester heard about the news while he was in Stamford.
A cavalry, led by future Lord Protector and lingering controversial figure Oliver Cromwell, began work on clearing the county of marauding Cavaliers while the Earl marched to the city. He arrived on May 3, when his 6,000-strong infantry was met by 2,000 Royalists.
That same day, the Parliamentarians - or Roundheads - pushed the Royalists into the upper levels of the city. Steep Hill can be a challenge on even the sunniest of days - but that infamous incline was in the Royalists' favour.
Nothing happened on May 4 as heavy rain made the ground too slippery, so the two forces - Cromwell versus Fane - drew up their plans. The Roundheads are said to have launched their attack at nightfall on May 6, though the exact date is disputed.
Even though their scaling ladders didn't reach the top of the castle walls, the invaders made their way over the top and into the castle. Around 50 Cavaliers were killed in the fighting, against only eight Parliamentarians, and the defenders quickly surrendered.
Historians say that around 800 soldiers were taken prisoner, alongside lawyer Sir Charles Dallison and Fane himself. Lincoln was then mercilessly pillaged while the Earl of Manchester was praised by London for his efforts.
Cromwell went after Lord Goring in Leicestershire, who had been stationed in the city, by crossing the River Trent at Gainsborough. With his 3,000 horses, the future head of the Commonwealth bested the Lord in what is now the village of South Muskham in Nottinghamshire, and historians say he had to swim up the river to escape with his life.
The Earl left Lincoln around two weeks later and made his way towards York. Prince Rupert and the Earl finally clashed at Marston Moor in July, where the Roundheads won a major victory.
After the Royalists were finally defeated two years later, Cromwell took over the country. His 11-year rule remains the subject of much debate.
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Neoplatonism Through the Renaissance
What was philosophical about the thought of Desiderius Erasmus?
Desiderius Erasmus (1466–1536) was born in Holland as the illegitimate son of a priest. He became widely known and highly respected throughout England and Europe for his biblical translations and ideas about religion. He was one of the first thinkers after antiquity to admit to skepticism in religious debates. His Moride Encomium (In Praise of Folly) reintroduced the idea of a simple, pious Christianity. However, when Martin Luther (1483–1546) tried to enlist his support in the Protestant Reformation he resisted taking his side. When Luther criticized him for this, Erasmus responded with On Free Will in which he argued that it was impossible to know, as Luther claimed to know, that man did not have free will.
Erasmus was not himself a philosopher, but he made fun of the preoccupations of the scholastics and inaugurated their subsequent reputation as intellectually trivial. Through his influence in Europe on its educational systems, Greek, Latin, and Hebrew became more widely taught. Overall, he was a great supporter of the kind of critical spirit that many scholars believe eventually produced the Enlightenment. | <urn:uuid:8d9bda6a-752c-40bc-bf8c-a711203335a0> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.papertrell.com/apps/preview/The-Handy-Philosophy-Answer-Book/Handy%20Answer%20book/What-was-philosophical-about-the-thought-of-Desiderius-Erasm/001137013/content/SC/52caff8682fad14abfa5c2e0_Default.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473735.7/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222061937-20240222091937-00317.warc.gz | en | 0.982861 | 255 | 4.0625 | 4 | [
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What was philosophical about the thought of Desiderius Erasmus?
Desiderius Erasmus (1466–1536) was born in Holland as the illegitimate son of a priest. He became widely known and highly respected throughout England and Europe for his biblical translations and ideas about religion. He was one of the first thinkers after antiquity to admit to skepticism in religious debates. His Moride Encomium (In Praise of Folly) reintroduced the idea of a simple, pious Christianity. However, when Martin Luther (1483–1546) tried to enlist his support in the Protestant Reformation he resisted taking his side. When Luther criticized him for this, Erasmus responded with On Free Will in which he argued that it was impossible to know, as Luther claimed to know, that man did not have free will.
Erasmus was not himself a philosopher, but he made fun of the preoccupations of the scholastics and inaugurated their subsequent reputation as intellectually trivial. Through his influence in Europe on its educational systems, Greek, Latin, and Hebrew became more widely taught. Overall, he was a great supporter of the kind of critical spirit that many scholars believe eventually produced the Enlightenment. | 261 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Do you know that the original Monopoly game we love today was first called “The Landlord’s Game?” Well, this timeless classic has a rich history owing its origins to the early 20th century United States.
Over time, we’ve thought that the creation of the original Monopoly game was breathed life by Charles Darrow before selling it to the Parker Brothers. However, looking into history, we discovered that such an assertion wasn’t true. The first concept of the original Monopoly game backdated to The Landlord’s Game, created by Lizzie Magie in 1903.
The Original Monopoly Game Concept: A Landlord’s Game
In 1903, Elizabeth Magie had this brilliant idea called “The Landlord’s Game.” It was like an early prototype of Monopoly. She patented it in 1904. Her game wasn’t just about rolling dice and buying properties; it was a way to teach economics. She was inspired by an economist named Henry George and his ideas on land value tax.
The game had a square board with nine spaces on each side, and some of them were like “Go to Jail” or “Public Park.” Players went around buying properties and railroads, and “chance cards” threw some chaos into the mix with quotes from famous folks like Thomas Jefferson.
What’s remarkable is that there were two sets of rules, one for the original Monopoly game and one for anti-monopoly folks. Magie herself was on the anti-monopoly team, trying to show how the rich get richer and the poor stay poor in our world.
She tried to get Parker Brothers to publish it in 1909, but they said it was too hard to understand. So, over the years, different game versions popped up, with slight changes here and there.
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Over time, we’ve thought that the creation of the original Monopoly game was breathed life by Charles Darrow before selling it to the Parker Brothers. However, looking into history, we discovered that such an assertion wasn’t true. The first concept of the original Monopoly game backdated to The Landlord’s Game, created by Lizzie Magie in 1903.
The Original Monopoly Game Concept: A Landlord’s Game
In 1903, Elizabeth Magie had this brilliant idea called “The Landlord’s Game.” It was like an early prototype of Monopoly. She patented it in 1904. Her game wasn’t just about rolling dice and buying properties; it was a way to teach economics. She was inspired by an economist named Henry George and his ideas on land value tax.
The game had a square board with nine spaces on each side, and some of them were like “Go to Jail” or “Public Park.” Players went around buying properties and railroads, and “chance cards” threw some chaos into the mix with quotes from famous folks like Thomas Jefferson.
What’s remarkable is that there were two sets of rules, one for the original Monopoly game and one for anti-monopoly folks. Magie herself was on the anti-monopoly team, trying to show how the rich get richer and the poor stay poor in our world.
She tried to get Parker Brothers to publish it in 1909, but they said it was too hard to understand. So, over the years, different game versions popped up, with slight changes here and there.
In 1910, they started naming streets differently, and it even made its way to the UK as “Brer Fox and Brer Rabbit.” There was even a shorter version called Auction Monopoly, also in the 1910s. | 426 | ENGLISH | 1 |
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Margaretta realized that something was amiss in the summer of 1836 when she noticed that her neighbors’ field was not the only one suffering. Newspapers and a few agricultural journals were beginning to report on how Hessian fly larvae were gorging themselves on young wheat plants. Margaretta noted that the fly was appearing around Philadelphia in “appalling numbers” that had not been seen for a generation. The Hessian fly, or Cecidomyia destructor, was capable of devastating wheat yields, creating cascading consequences for farmers and consumers alike in a culture that was so dependent on flour and bread.
At the front lines in the fight to stave off the pests were American farmers, who had been disagreeing about the behavior of these flies and the best methods for protecting their crops for decades. In a primarily rural country, farmers spanned social classes and political parties. They filled pages of local newspapers with descriptions of infestations and tips on how to handle the problem: planting wheat after certain dates or planting certain kinds of wheat, burning stubble, and even seeking out and destroying the countless eggs by hand. Some overwhelmed farmers admitted that nothing they did seemed to help.
Agricultural journals — which supplied farmers with the latest information to support their work — provided a forum to debate how the wheat fly behaved and how they might be able to get a handle on the problem.
These journals had recently begun to publish articles by a few entomologists who specialized in such pests. Some farmers appreciated this, while others balked at the prospect of men, who often lived in cities and were not farmers themselves, presuming to instruct them in ways that countered their own experience and observations.
While some embraced “book farming,” as it was often called, as a way to bring scientific methods into their fields, others mocked it as an unnecessary intrusion. Emotions tended to run high in the pages of these journals when the subject of wheat flies came up, not only because people's experiences across regions differed, but because it invoked a cultural clash between academic expertise and lived experience. So much was at stake, including farmers’ livelihoods, particularly since wheat was the primary grain crop in the United States. | <urn:uuid:868f7da6-1953-40fb-9e8f-c131d231f2ea> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.bunkhistory.org/resources/the-mischievous-morris-sisters | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474470.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20240223221041-20240224011041-00010.warc.gz | en | 0.982115 | 454 | 3.4375 | 3 | [
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At the front lines in the fight to stave off the pests were American farmers, who had been disagreeing about the behavior of these flies and the best methods for protecting their crops for decades. In a primarily rural country, farmers spanned social classes and political parties. They filled pages of local newspapers with descriptions of infestations and tips on how to handle the problem: planting wheat after certain dates or planting certain kinds of wheat, burning stubble, and even seeking out and destroying the countless eggs by hand. Some overwhelmed farmers admitted that nothing they did seemed to help.
Agricultural journals — which supplied farmers with the latest information to support their work — provided a forum to debate how the wheat fly behaved and how they might be able to get a handle on the problem.
These journals had recently begun to publish articles by a few entomologists who specialized in such pests. Some farmers appreciated this, while others balked at the prospect of men, who often lived in cities and were not farmers themselves, presuming to instruct them in ways that countered their own experience and observations.
While some embraced “book farming,” as it was often called, as a way to bring scientific methods into their fields, others mocked it as an unnecessary intrusion. Emotions tended to run high in the pages of these journals when the subject of wheat flies came up, not only because people's experiences across regions differed, but because it invoked a cultural clash between academic expertise and lived experience. So much was at stake, including farmers’ livelihoods, particularly since wheat was the primary grain crop in the United States. | 444 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Arch of Drusus: name of a monument on the Via Appia.
Born 38 BCE, very soon after his mother Livia had divorced Tiberius Claudius Nero and married Octavian (the future emperor Augustus), the Roman prince Drusus was widely believed to be the latter's son. Octavian adopted his stepson when the boy was six years old and gave him an excellent education. In 15 BCE, the young man commanded an army against the Raetians, which were defeated. After 12, he was responsible for the Roman conquest of Germania, conquered the valleys of the rivers Main and Lippe, crossed the Weser, and reached the river Elbe. In the winter of 11/10, he celebrated a minor triumph (an ovatio). In 9, he died after a fall from his horse. The conqueror of Germania was twenty-nine years old.
The monument now known as Arch of Drusus has nothing to do with Drusus. In fact, it was built more than two centuries after his death at the point where the Aqua Antoniana aqueduct, which supplied the Baths of Caracalla, crossed the Via Appia. As was usual, the arch on which the water was carried across the road, was decorated (cf. the Porta Maggiore).
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Born 38 BCE, very soon after his mother Livia had divorced Tiberius Claudius Nero and married Octavian (the future emperor Augustus), the Roman prince Drusus was widely believed to be the latter's son. Octavian adopted his stepson when the boy was six years old and gave him an excellent education. In 15 BCE, the young man commanded an army against the Raetians, which were defeated. After 12, he was responsible for the Roman conquest of Germania, conquered the valleys of the rivers Main and Lippe, crossed the Weser, and reached the river Elbe. In the winter of 11/10, he celebrated a minor triumph (an ovatio). In 9, he died after a fall from his horse. The conqueror of Germania was twenty-nine years old.
The monument now known as Arch of Drusus has nothing to do with Drusus. In fact, it was built more than two centuries after his death at the point where the Aqua Antoniana aqueduct, which supplied the Baths of Caracalla, crossed the Via Appia. As was usual, the arch on which the water was carried across the road, was decorated (cf. the Porta Maggiore).
The remains of the real Arch of Drusus, which was erected by the Senate,note may have been found near this part of the aqueduct, which is close to the Porta Sebastiano. A coin that commemorates Drusus' victories in Germania. struck by his son Claudius, shows the real monument. On top of the arch is a statue of Drusus on horseback, flanked by two trophies and sitting captives. | 370 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Bronze was a much-coveted material. It gleams like gold but is hard, more resilient, and can be moulded in every way. These attributes made it possible to invent new products, or to adapt old ones. Thus it was, that the narrow-bladed long sword was invented during the Bronze Age.
At first, people used pure copper. In its natural state, copper occurs as an ore; the metal has to be extracted by smelting. Copper ores are mainly found in the mountain areas of Europe. During the Bronze Age, copper ores from the Central Alps were used. First, the copper-bearing minerals that lay close to the surface were quarried, which could easily be spotted by their colour. You can see some of these copper ores in the display case. Later on, they had to resort to mining the ore that lay beneath the ground. That’s how active mining developed, as for instance, in Mitterberg, in the countryside around Salzburg in Austria.
Mining procedures were very strenuous. First, the ores had to be broken up, separated from the rough stone and roasted. The copper ore was roasted with charcoal, and smelted to remove the impurities. The copper metal that was finally obtained was further refined by forging, and then put through another smelting process.
People soon realised that the properties of copper could be improved by adding tin; the resulting alloy had a lower smelting point and poured better. Endurance and hardness could be adjusted, depending on what was required.
Tin deposits in Europe are rare; tin is mainly found as cassiterite, tinstone in watercourses. In such places, it can be panned, like gold. From the early Bronze Age onwards, the tin came from Cornwall, in South West Britain. The raw material was traded over great distances, and important news and skills were certainly exchanged all along the way. The ceramic fragments in the display case here show that the large tin deposits in the Erzgebirge mountains were apparently also being used, from the later Bronze Age onwards. The sherds came from an archaeological site near alluvial tin deposits close to Johanngeorgenstadt. Tin streaming involved washing soil containing tin ore in flowing water. Wooden structures were built to regulate the flow of the water, to ensure that the heavy lumps of ore settled on the river bottom. Dead rock and earth were then washed away. | <urn:uuid:c80e5f59-ba17-4feb-b916-3cf103c21e1d> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.museum.de/en/audioguide/838/219/EN/0 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474533.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20240224112548-20240224142548-00197.warc.gz | en | 0.982649 | 507 | 3.734375 | 4 | [
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At first, people used pure copper. In its natural state, copper occurs as an ore; the metal has to be extracted by smelting. Copper ores are mainly found in the mountain areas of Europe. During the Bronze Age, copper ores from the Central Alps were used. First, the copper-bearing minerals that lay close to the surface were quarried, which could easily be spotted by their colour. You can see some of these copper ores in the display case. Later on, they had to resort to mining the ore that lay beneath the ground. That’s how active mining developed, as for instance, in Mitterberg, in the countryside around Salzburg in Austria.
Mining procedures were very strenuous. First, the ores had to be broken up, separated from the rough stone and roasted. The copper ore was roasted with charcoal, and smelted to remove the impurities. The copper metal that was finally obtained was further refined by forging, and then put through another smelting process.
People soon realised that the properties of copper could be improved by adding tin; the resulting alloy had a lower smelting point and poured better. Endurance and hardness could be adjusted, depending on what was required.
Tin deposits in Europe are rare; tin is mainly found as cassiterite, tinstone in watercourses. In such places, it can be panned, like gold. From the early Bronze Age onwards, the tin came from Cornwall, in South West Britain. The raw material was traded over great distances, and important news and skills were certainly exchanged all along the way. The ceramic fragments in the display case here show that the large tin deposits in the Erzgebirge mountains were apparently also being used, from the later Bronze Age onwards. The sherds came from an archaeological site near alluvial tin deposits close to Johanngeorgenstadt. Tin streaming involved washing soil containing tin ore in flowing water. Wooden structures were built to regulate the flow of the water, to ensure that the heavy lumps of ore settled on the river bottom. Dead rock and earth were then washed away. | 491 | ENGLISH | 1 |
As warfare evolves, so too does battlefield technology. Fast piston plans and early helicopters during WWII gave way to supersonic jets and heliborne air assaults in Vietnam. However, some technologies need only a slight upgrade to remain relevant in future conflicts. One example is the Landing Craft Mechanized, a WWII-era vessel designed to deploy vehicles during amphibious operations. During Vietnam, the LCM was refit with armor and heavy weapons, swapping beach landings for riverine assault operations.
Designed by different American and British manufacturers, the LCM had no unified design. However, the basic principle of a large vessel with its ramp at the front for delivering vehicles as heavy as tanks is common across all variants. Such a large landing craft could also carry its own weapons to better defend itself in the shallow waters of Vietnam's rivers. This concept was applied to the LCM (6), a stretched version of the WWII-era LCM (3). The result was the Armored Troop Carrier.
ATCs were also known as Tangos, from the phonetic alphabet for the letter T. These modified LCMs retained their large well deck for transporting troops and vehicles, but mounted additional weapons to provide more effective fire support. Armed with a 20mm cannon, two .50-caliber machine guns, four .30-caliber machine guns, and two Mk18 40mm grenade launchers, the ATC was equal parts troop transport and assault craft.
To match their increased firepower, Tangos were also fitted with extra armor. Steel and bar armor protected the crew from rounds up to .50 caliber and offered some protection against high explosive anti-tank rounds up to 57mm. Hull blisters below the water line not only offered added protection from mines but improved stability and reduced the ship's draft. However, the increased weight of the ATC reduced its top speed from the LCM (6)'s 9 knots to 8. In practice, the ATC's effective speed was 4-7 knots. The ATC was complemented by the Assault Support Patrol Boat, also known as the Alpha Boat, which traded troop carrying for speed and additional armor. ASPBs acted as escorts for the slower ATCs.
Another step in the evolution of the LCM (6) was the Monitor variant. Like the Alpha Boat, the Monitor ditched its transport capabilities to focus entirely on fire support. It was also fitted with a rounded bow instead of the drop-down ramp which extended the vessel's length from 56 feet to 60.5 feet. Monitors featured a 40mm cannon and 81mm mortar in addition to the guns fitted to ATCs. The mortar was mounted amidships while the 40mm cannon was housed in a distinct forward turret reminiscent of the Civil War ironclad USS Monitor, giving the gunboat its nickname.
Monitors were further modified with more specialized weapons. Eight variants were built with 105mm howitzer guns to provide heavier firepower. However, perhaps the more notable variant was the Zippo. As its name implies, the Zippo was a Monitor fitted with a flamethrower. While the Monitor's 40mm cannon was capable of damaging Viet Cong mud bunkers, its rounds struggled to knock them out entirely. In October 1967, an Army M132A1 armored flamethrower was mated to a Monitor to test the viability of burning out enemy bunkers. Although the M132 test was successful, the additional 23,000 pounds was not practical. Instead, in May 1968, six Monitors were fitted with smaller, lighter M10-8 flamethrowers which still proved to be effective. | <urn:uuid:e125b3ae-8218-4290-969d-e2fa40bbe85b> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.wearethemighty.com/mighty-history/wwii-landing-craft-gunboat-in-the-vietnam-war/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476205.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20240303043351-20240303073351-00777.warc.gz | en | 0.98036 | 736 | 3.4375 | 3 | [
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Designed by different American and British manufacturers, the LCM had no unified design. However, the basic principle of a large vessel with its ramp at the front for delivering vehicles as heavy as tanks is common across all variants. Such a large landing craft could also carry its own weapons to better defend itself in the shallow waters of Vietnam's rivers. This concept was applied to the LCM (6), a stretched version of the WWII-era LCM (3). The result was the Armored Troop Carrier.
ATCs were also known as Tangos, from the phonetic alphabet for the letter T. These modified LCMs retained their large well deck for transporting troops and vehicles, but mounted additional weapons to provide more effective fire support. Armed with a 20mm cannon, two .50-caliber machine guns, four .30-caliber machine guns, and two Mk18 40mm grenade launchers, the ATC was equal parts troop transport and assault craft.
To match their increased firepower, Tangos were also fitted with extra armor. Steel and bar armor protected the crew from rounds up to .50 caliber and offered some protection against high explosive anti-tank rounds up to 57mm. Hull blisters below the water line not only offered added protection from mines but improved stability and reduced the ship's draft. However, the increased weight of the ATC reduced its top speed from the LCM (6)'s 9 knots to 8. In practice, the ATC's effective speed was 4-7 knots. The ATC was complemented by the Assault Support Patrol Boat, also known as the Alpha Boat, which traded troop carrying for speed and additional armor. ASPBs acted as escorts for the slower ATCs.
Another step in the evolution of the LCM (6) was the Monitor variant. Like the Alpha Boat, the Monitor ditched its transport capabilities to focus entirely on fire support. It was also fitted with a rounded bow instead of the drop-down ramp which extended the vessel's length from 56 feet to 60.5 feet. Monitors featured a 40mm cannon and 81mm mortar in addition to the guns fitted to ATCs. The mortar was mounted amidships while the 40mm cannon was housed in a distinct forward turret reminiscent of the Civil War ironclad USS Monitor, giving the gunboat its nickname.
Monitors were further modified with more specialized weapons. Eight variants were built with 105mm howitzer guns to provide heavier firepower. However, perhaps the more notable variant was the Zippo. As its name implies, the Zippo was a Monitor fitted with a flamethrower. While the Monitor's 40mm cannon was capable of damaging Viet Cong mud bunkers, its rounds struggled to knock them out entirely. In October 1967, an Army M132A1 armored flamethrower was mated to a Monitor to test the viability of burning out enemy bunkers. Although the M132 test was successful, the additional 23,000 pounds was not practical. Instead, in May 1968, six Monitors were fitted with smaller, lighter M10-8 flamethrowers which still proved to be effective. | 767 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Read more about Kings and Queens
The life of King James I, target of the failed Gunpowder Plot
Born: 19 June 1566, Edinburgh Castle, Scotland
Died: 27 March 1625, Theobalds Park, Hertfordshire
Reigned in Scotland 1567 – 1625, England 1603 – 1625
Famous for his association with the Gunpowder Plot which threatened to destroy royal family members and parliament, King James I of England and VI of Scotland is perhaps less well known for his self-penned books on witchcraft, resulting in thousands of executions, and his indiscreet passion for handsome male courtiers.
Son of the tragic Mary Queen of Scots
James was just a year old when he was separated from his mother, Mary Queen of Scots. Two years later in 1568, she fled to England in the hope of securing support from her cousin Queen Elizabeth I to restore her place back on the Scottish throne. Instead, she found herself held captive for years and embroiled in plots against Protestant Elizabeth that eventually saw her executed for treason.
Despite becoming King of Scotland while his mother remained captive in various places in England over the decades, James never sought to have her freed. He never knew his mother and they did not even share the same beliefs. James was aggressively Protestant while Mary was an ardent Catholic. Mary’s scandalous past made her a potentially toxic figure in relations between Scotland and England.
To Kill a King
Whether King James as an adult felt any empathy with his tragic mother is not known. Somewhat ironically, James became the target of an assassination plot by Catholic activists who wished him and his government replaced by a Catholic sovereign.
The Gunpowder Plot of 1605, involved Catholic conspirators led by Robert Catesby hiding barrels of explosives in a basement under the House of Lords. Their aim was to kill King James during the Opening of Parliament to incite a Catholic uprising. It was foiled by the authorities after an anonymous letter was sent by a traitor of the plotters.
Discovery of Witches
The 1600s was a time of superstition and a belief that magic could be used for nefarious purposes. The King took the subject seriously. He believed a coven of witches had attempted to raise storms to drown him on his voyage from Denmark to Scotland with his new bride, Anne.
The superstitious monarch also attended the first witch trials in North Berwick, Scotland inspiring him to write ‘Daemonologie’, his study of sorcery and necromancy. Under James’ rule, the Witchcraft Act of 1563 saw thousands of women in Scotland and England hanged as witches. The king even supervised the torture of some victims, although by 1599 his views became more sceptical.
In the 17th century, homosexuality was illegal and punishable by prison or death. For a king to exhibit his romantic feelings for men at court was a particularly dangerous form of behaviour. Despite marrying Anne of Denmark (and siring eight children including the future Charles I) James had several male lovers during his reign.
Two of James’ male partners were Esme Stewart (Duke of Lennox) later succeeded by Robert Carr (Earl of Somerset) who James become besotted with after Carr broke his leg during a jousting match. The glamorous George Villiers (later Duke of Buckingham), who the king nicknamed ‘Steenie’, was James’ third and most loved companion who replaced Carr when he was disgraced over a murder plot.
Democratising the Bible
The King James Bible (16011) was the result of the Hampton Court conference on religious affairs that took part in 1604. The bible today is considered one of the most important texts to be disseminated and read throughout the world.
At the time of James’ rule, England was under Protestant authority, but its deep-rooted history of Catholicism and celebrating mass was still secretly honoured by many subjects. Catholic ideology remained rigidly confined to a belief that ordinary subjects could only connect with God through the clergy.
King James has several reasons for translating the bible into English. Foremost was his desire to prove his own supremacy, secondly, he wanted English to become the dominant global language and thirdly, his own religious beliefs meant he believed that ordinary subjects had the right to connect with the word of God through democratising the Bible.
Colonisation and future troubles
Jamestown in Virginia, USA, founded in 1607, is a reminder of King James’ legacy of colonisation during the 17th century. The colony, named after the king, was the first permanent English settlement in the Americas. Jamestown led to the birth of religious puritanism in America, with the Pilgrim Fathers who settled in New England in 1620. Their Puritan influence can still be felt within these communities today.
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The life of King James I, target of the failed Gunpowder Plot
Born: 19 June 1566, Edinburgh Castle, Scotland
Died: 27 March 1625, Theobalds Park, Hertfordshire
Reigned in Scotland 1567 – 1625, England 1603 – 1625
Famous for his association with the Gunpowder Plot which threatened to destroy royal family members and parliament, King James I of England and VI of Scotland is perhaps less well known for his self-penned books on witchcraft, resulting in thousands of executions, and his indiscreet passion for handsome male courtiers.
Son of the tragic Mary Queen of Scots
James was just a year old when he was separated from his mother, Mary Queen of Scots. Two years later in 1568, she fled to England in the hope of securing support from her cousin Queen Elizabeth I to restore her place back on the Scottish throne. Instead, she found herself held captive for years and embroiled in plots against Protestant Elizabeth that eventually saw her executed for treason.
Despite becoming King of Scotland while his mother remained captive in various places in England over the decades, James never sought to have her freed. He never knew his mother and they did not even share the same beliefs. James was aggressively Protestant while Mary was an ardent Catholic. Mary’s scandalous past made her a potentially toxic figure in relations between Scotland and England.
To Kill a King
Whether King James as an adult felt any empathy with his tragic mother is not known. Somewhat ironically, James became the target of an assassination plot by Catholic activists who wished him and his government replaced by a Catholic sovereign.
The Gunpowder Plot of 1605, involved Catholic conspirators led by Robert Catesby hiding barrels of explosives in a basement under the House of Lords. Their aim was to kill King James during the Opening of Parliament to incite a Catholic uprising. It was foiled by the authorities after an anonymous letter was sent by a traitor of the plotters.
Discovery of Witches
The 1600s was a time of superstition and a belief that magic could be used for nefarious purposes. The King took the subject seriously. He believed a coven of witches had attempted to raise storms to drown him on his voyage from Denmark to Scotland with his new bride, Anne.
The superstitious monarch also attended the first witch trials in North Berwick, Scotland inspiring him to write ‘Daemonologie’, his study of sorcery and necromancy. Under James’ rule, the Witchcraft Act of 1563 saw thousands of women in Scotland and England hanged as witches. The king even supervised the torture of some victims, although by 1599 his views became more sceptical.
In the 17th century, homosexuality was illegal and punishable by prison or death. For a king to exhibit his romantic feelings for men at court was a particularly dangerous form of behaviour. Despite marrying Anne of Denmark (and siring eight children including the future Charles I) James had several male lovers during his reign.
Two of James’ male partners were Esme Stewart (Duke of Lennox) later succeeded by Robert Carr (Earl of Somerset) who James become besotted with after Carr broke his leg during a jousting match. The glamorous George Villiers (later Duke of Buckingham), who the king nicknamed ‘Steenie’, was James’ third and most loved companion who replaced Carr when he was disgraced over a murder plot.
Democratising the Bible
The King James Bible (16011) was the result of the Hampton Court conference on religious affairs that took part in 1604. The bible today is considered one of the most important texts to be disseminated and read throughout the world.
At the time of James’ rule, England was under Protestant authority, but its deep-rooted history of Catholicism and celebrating mass was still secretly honoured by many subjects. Catholic ideology remained rigidly confined to a belief that ordinary subjects could only connect with God through the clergy.
King James has several reasons for translating the bible into English. Foremost was his desire to prove his own supremacy, secondly, he wanted English to become the dominant global language and thirdly, his own religious beliefs meant he believed that ordinary subjects had the right to connect with the word of God through democratising the Bible.
Colonisation and future troubles
Jamestown in Virginia, USA, founded in 1607, is a reminder of King James’ legacy of colonisation during the 17th century. The colony, named after the king, was the first permanent English settlement in the Americas. Jamestown led to the birth of religious puritanism in America, with the Pilgrim Fathers who settled in New England in 1620. Their Puritan influence can still be felt within these communities today.
Similarly, in 1603 a form of religious colonisation was implemented in Ulster under King James when Protestant settlers from Great Britain were encouraged to start new lives in the Irish province. King James wanted to strengthen his rule in Ireland by weakening opposition to the British crown from the Catholic and Irish-speaking populations. | 1,097 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Nasamones: nomadic tribe from ancient Libya, migrating between the Syrtis Major and the Awjila oasis.
The Nasamones are mentioned by several ancient authors. Writing in the fifth century BCE, the Greek researcher Herodotus of Halicarnassus records that they were nomads from Libya, who were living on the shores of the Gulf of Syrtis Major and in an oasis called Augila (modern Awjila). This region, Strabo of Amasia writes,
resembles the oasis of Siwa, being productive of palm-trees and also well supplied with water. It lies above Cyrene to the south, and for a distance of 175 km produces trees, but for another 175 the land is only sown, although, on account of its aridity, the land does not grow rice.note
Herodotus informs us that the Nasamones visited the oracle of Ammon in Siwa and knew how to cross the Sahara, where they had contacts with the Pygmies.note This suggests a role in the trans-Saharan trade. However, Herodotus has a lot more to tell about the Nasamones:
They are a numerous race, who in the summer leave their flocks behind by the sea and go up to the region of Augila to gather the fruit of the date-palms, which grow in great numbers and very large and are all fruit-bearing: they hunt the wingless locusts, and they dry them in the sun and then pound them up, and after that they sprinkle them upon milk and drink them.
Their custom is for each man to have many wives, and they make their intercourse with them common in nearly the same manner as the Massagetes, that is they set up a staff in front of the door and so have intercourse. When a Nasamonian man marries his first wife, the custom is for the bride on the first night to go through the whole number of the guests having intercourse with them, and each man when he has lain with her gives a gift, whatsoever he has brought with him from his house.
The forms of oath and of divination which they use are as follows: they swear by the men among themselves who are reported to have been the most righteous and brave, by these, I say, laying hands upon their tombs; and they divine by visiting the sepulchral mounds of their ancestors and lying down to sleep upon them after having prayed; and whatsoever thing the man sees in his dream, this he accepts. They practice also the exchange of pledges in the following manner, that is to say, one gives the other to drink from his hand, and drinks himself from the hand of the other; and if they have no liquid, they take of the dust from the ground and lick it.
[...] The Nasamones bury bodies in a sitting posture, taking care at the moment when the man expires to place him sitting and not to let him die lying down on his back.
They have dwellings composed of the stems of asphodel entwined with rushes, and so made that they can be carried about.note
Sometimes, the Nasamones threatened the Greek towns of the Cyrenaica. It is known that during the Peloponnesian War, the Spartan commander Gylippus, who was on his way to Sicily, paid a visit to the Greek town of Euesperides and defended it against a native tribe, which can only have been the Nasamones.note One wonders what this battle must have looked like, because the Spartans were hoplites and the Libyan tribesmen used to fight from chariots. Another war is mentioned by the Roman author Pliny the Elder, who writes that the Nasamones expelled the Psylli, another tribe on the shores of the Syrtis Major.note
The emperor Augustus tried to pacify the tribes of the desert. In c.20, a general named Lucius Cornelius Balbus left the Tripolitanian town Sabratha and reached Germa, the capital of another tribe, the Garamantes, living in what is now called the Fezzan. Five years later, in 15 BCE, a proconsul named Publius Sulpicius Quirinius (who is better known from his governorship of Syria, which coincided with the birth of Jesus of Nazareth), subjected the Nasamones. Yet, they kept some of their independence. A century later, a praetor named Gnaeus Suellius Flaccus defeated them again and pushed them away from the coast into the interior. Cassius Dio writes:
Many of the peoples tributary to the Romans revolted when contributions of money were forcibly extorted from them; among these were the Nasamones. They massacred all the tax collectors and so completely defeated Gnaeus Suellius Flaccus, the governor of Numidia, who proceeded against them, that they even plundered his camp. But having discovered the wine and other provisions there, they gorged themselves and fell asleep, and Flaccus, learning of this, attacked them and annihilated them, even destroying all the non-combatants. [The emperor] Domitian was elated at this success and said to the senate: "I have forbidden the Nasamones to exist."note
This was, of course, exaggerated. However, the fact that the Nasamones are still mentioned on the fourth-century Peutinger map is no evidence for their continued existence, because this map was based on the map by Agrippa, a contemporary of the emperor Augustus.
Archaeological evidence is rare. One would expect a Roman fort in Awjila, but nothing has been identified yet. The remains of a temple of Zeus Ammon were still visible in the nineteenth century. It was still in use in the sixth century, as Procopius tells us:
And there are two cities which are known by the same name, each of them being called Augila. These are distant from Boreium about four days' journey for an unencumbered traveller, and to the south of it; and they are both ancient cities whose inhabitants have preserved the practices of antiquity, for they all were suffering from the disease of polytheism even up to my day. There from ancient times there have been shrines dedicated to Ammon and to Alexander the Macedonian. The natives actually used to make sacrifices to them even up to the reign of Justinian. In this place there was a great throng of those called temple-slaves. But now the Emperor has made provision, not alone for the safety of the persons of his subjects, but he has also made it his concern to save their souls, be thus he has cared in every way for the people living there. Indeed he by no means neglected to take thought for their material interests in an exceptional way, and also he has taught them the doctrine of the true faith, making the whole population Christians and bringing about a transformation of their polluted ancestral customs. Moreover he built for them a Church of the Mother of God to be a guardian of the safety of the cities and of the true faith. So much, then, for this.note | <urn:uuid:332d00d2-36c4-4885-9783-9baa18b33f96> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.livius.org/articles/place/nasamones/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474715.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228112121-20240228142121-00456.warc.gz | en | 0.980272 | 1,493 | 3.5 | 4 | [
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The Nasamones are mentioned by several ancient authors. Writing in the fifth century BCE, the Greek researcher Herodotus of Halicarnassus records that they were nomads from Libya, who were living on the shores of the Gulf of Syrtis Major and in an oasis called Augila (modern Awjila). This region, Strabo of Amasia writes,
resembles the oasis of Siwa, being productive of palm-trees and also well supplied with water. It lies above Cyrene to the south, and for a distance of 175 km produces trees, but for another 175 the land is only sown, although, on account of its aridity, the land does not grow rice.note
Herodotus informs us that the Nasamones visited the oracle of Ammon in Siwa and knew how to cross the Sahara, where they had contacts with the Pygmies.note This suggests a role in the trans-Saharan trade. However, Herodotus has a lot more to tell about the Nasamones:
They are a numerous race, who in the summer leave their flocks behind by the sea and go up to the region of Augila to gather the fruit of the date-palms, which grow in great numbers and very large and are all fruit-bearing: they hunt the wingless locusts, and they dry them in the sun and then pound them up, and after that they sprinkle them upon milk and drink them.
Their custom is for each man to have many wives, and they make their intercourse with them common in nearly the same manner as the Massagetes, that is they set up a staff in front of the door and so have intercourse. When a Nasamonian man marries his first wife, the custom is for the bride on the first night to go through the whole number of the guests having intercourse with them, and each man when he has lain with her gives a gift, whatsoever he has brought with him from his house.
The forms of oath and of divination which they use are as follows: they swear by the men among themselves who are reported to have been the most righteous and brave, by these, I say, laying hands upon their tombs; and they divine by visiting the sepulchral mounds of their ancestors and lying down to sleep upon them after having prayed; and whatsoever thing the man sees in his dream, this he accepts. They practice also the exchange of pledges in the following manner, that is to say, one gives the other to drink from his hand, and drinks himself from the hand of the other; and if they have no liquid, they take of the dust from the ground and lick it.
[...] The Nasamones bury bodies in a sitting posture, taking care at the moment when the man expires to place him sitting and not to let him die lying down on his back.
They have dwellings composed of the stems of asphodel entwined with rushes, and so made that they can be carried about.note
Sometimes, the Nasamones threatened the Greek towns of the Cyrenaica. It is known that during the Peloponnesian War, the Spartan commander Gylippus, who was on his way to Sicily, paid a visit to the Greek town of Euesperides and defended it against a native tribe, which can only have been the Nasamones.note One wonders what this battle must have looked like, because the Spartans were hoplites and the Libyan tribesmen used to fight from chariots. Another war is mentioned by the Roman author Pliny the Elder, who writes that the Nasamones expelled the Psylli, another tribe on the shores of the Syrtis Major.note
The emperor Augustus tried to pacify the tribes of the desert. In c.20, a general named Lucius Cornelius Balbus left the Tripolitanian town Sabratha and reached Germa, the capital of another tribe, the Garamantes, living in what is now called the Fezzan. Five years later, in 15 BCE, a proconsul named Publius Sulpicius Quirinius (who is better known from his governorship of Syria, which coincided with the birth of Jesus of Nazareth), subjected the Nasamones. Yet, they kept some of their independence. A century later, a praetor named Gnaeus Suellius Flaccus defeated them again and pushed them away from the coast into the interior. Cassius Dio writes:
Many of the peoples tributary to the Romans revolted when contributions of money were forcibly extorted from them; among these were the Nasamones. They massacred all the tax collectors and so completely defeated Gnaeus Suellius Flaccus, the governor of Numidia, who proceeded against them, that they even plundered his camp. But having discovered the wine and other provisions there, they gorged themselves and fell asleep, and Flaccus, learning of this, attacked them and annihilated them, even destroying all the non-combatants. [The emperor] Domitian was elated at this success and said to the senate: "I have forbidden the Nasamones to exist."note
This was, of course, exaggerated. However, the fact that the Nasamones are still mentioned on the fourth-century Peutinger map is no evidence for their continued existence, because this map was based on the map by Agrippa, a contemporary of the emperor Augustus.
Archaeological evidence is rare. One would expect a Roman fort in Awjila, but nothing has been identified yet. The remains of a temple of Zeus Ammon were still visible in the nineteenth century. It was still in use in the sixth century, as Procopius tells us:
And there are two cities which are known by the same name, each of them being called Augila. These are distant from Boreium about four days' journey for an unencumbered traveller, and to the south of it; and they are both ancient cities whose inhabitants have preserved the practices of antiquity, for they all were suffering from the disease of polytheism even up to my day. There from ancient times there have been shrines dedicated to Ammon and to Alexander the Macedonian. The natives actually used to make sacrifices to them even up to the reign of Justinian. In this place there was a great throng of those called temple-slaves. But now the Emperor has made provision, not alone for the safety of the persons of his subjects, but he has also made it his concern to save their souls, be thus he has cared in every way for the people living there. Indeed he by no means neglected to take thought for their material interests in an exceptional way, and also he has taught them the doctrine of the true faith, making the whole population Christians and bringing about a transformation of their polluted ancestral customs. Moreover he built for them a Church of the Mother of God to be a guardian of the safety of the cities and of the true faith. So much, then, for this.note | 1,486 | ENGLISH | 1 |
With Malice toward None: A Life of Abraham Lincoln by Stephen Oats
The life and personality of former United States President Abraham Lincoln was and remains a wonder to many. Several biographies have been written to explain the kind of person he was, including this book by Stephen Oats (Oates 7). The review will majorly be defined by:
- a) Some of the resounding themes that I came across including freedom, slavery, morality, manipulation, racism, and politics.
- b) People like Lincoln himself, his wife, his dad, the little girl who wrote him a letter, and his assassin John Wilkes also clearly stood out from others. They played a significant role in determining the life and course of Abraham Lincoln.
- c) Specific episodes found intriguing include:
- Lincoln’s childhood
- Education experience
- Lincoln’s love life
- Marriage to Mary Todd
- His leadership
- Lincoln in politics and political strategies
- His tenure as President
- Lincoln as a mass influencer
- His relationship with his father
- His multi-personality
- Lincoln and the slavery cause
- Lincoln’s assassination
Coming from a background of poverty and misery either motivates people to work hard to achieve a better status, or wallow in misery and blame life or the present circumstances for your lack of success. Abraham chose the former, and his primary motivating factor was trying to avoid being like his father. He was faced with many challenges, for example, lack of exposure to education, mistreatment from the father, and losing most of his loved ones including his mother sister, and brother at a tender age. Despite the traumatic events, and understanding how psychology works, Abraham Lincoln is painted as a fighter who beats all odds to avoid misery in a later life. Understanding his childhood is pivotal in understanding this book because it paints out his human side and the reason why he became the person that he was. It affects part of his life for example as seen in his relationship with his wife and children, his view towards humanity and the slavery issue, his personality including his depression.
Lincoln barely got an education as he mostly worked on his father’s farm. The book states that he only got a year and a half of formal training and had to learn how to write on his own. His zeal for learning sees him walking miles just to access books, and work hard to complete law school. Could this aspect of his life have been exaggerated? It is unbelievable to fathom that an individual can only gain less than two years of formal education and go on to complete law school.
This exaggeration, as was most of his persona, played out to his political and societal advantage. He remains passionate about reading as he resorts to reading books to seek out strategies of war later on in his life. In my view, acquiring a decent form of education was the only way he would seem equal to others in the society having that he came from a poor background. His passion was fuelled by the disregard of his father who was unable to do something as simple as signing his name. Lincoln thought of him as lazy, lacking, and nonintellectual, and worked hard to escape this image.
Lincoln and love
For someone painted as being philosophical, morally upright and “without malice to anyone”, it was expected that whose he was involved with romantically were the greatest benefactors of his personality. Contrary to this, he was quite the heartbreaker. It is easy to sympathize with him, just as the author does, by painting a picture of a troubled childhood that affected his adulthood. He lost his mother, sister, brother, and first love, hence denying him the opportunity to know what it was like to love. His father made the situation worse by being abusive.
He broke off his initial engagement to Mary Owens, and blamed it on poverty, and also broke off another engagement to his wife Mary Todd before agreeing to get married to her eventually. He tried to downplay his first engagement break off by making a sarcastic comment stating that he would never marry anyone “foolish enough to have him” when in the real sense he had intimacy and commitment issues. As much as he broke off his initial engagement, he felt humiliated that Mary Owens never responded to his letter. This was an indication that he still longed for attention and female love that which he got from his mother for a few years before she passed away. In fact, it is speculated that he only got married to the other Mary because she was already with his child.
Lincoln and marriage
Some people described his marriage as being unbelievably painful, and a scorching burning hell. His wife Mary Todd was violent with him. Other people stated that the problems were exaggerated. It was believed that he always walked away from the argument and never bothered to answer back. Greater part Lincoln’s life aspects appear to be exaggerated for the good of his public image. Typically, without any evidence of adultery, or violence, people blame the failure of any marriage on the woman. Painting Mary as a violent person and Lincoln as a cool head worked to gain popularity and sympathy, even though his issues were not aired publicly.
Mary was from the onset attracted to Lincoln because she saw certain flair for greatness in him, save for his queer looking face and form. They got married while he was still practicing law and was among the people who fuelled his desire to participate in politics. This marriage was clearly far from a love one because despite his aloofness, detachment, depression issues, and being passionate more about politics than his family, she still stuck by his side. This portrays either loyalty or ambition. Lincoln scoffs at Mary for gaining weight and is displeased. He appears as someone who is detached from his marriage, except when a tragic event occurs like losing his son, and even then, he delves deeper into a depressive state instead of seeking solace from his wife. In the spirit of striving not to be like his father, he should have tried harder to make his marriage work better.
Was it Lincoln’s desire to be a leader? Did he have the dream to become a great leader from the onset? His past and childhood had everything working for him as if to say that the stars were aligned for him. He had a troubled tortured background, a cruel father, lost his mother, and struggled to get a basic education. In the real sense, his primary fight was not to end up like his father, and not to be the American president. He was thrust into popularity and leadership in 1832 when he was unanimously chosen by other men to be the leader of their troop when going to fight the Indian tribal chief without having to vie. The idea pleased him, and got him the notion of gaining recognition, and that time there was no better way than politics. He wondered how a little-known man from an impoverished background could be so influential in society. This is the event that lay the groundwork of Lincoln as a leader.
Politics and political strategies
His style was comprised mainly of taking a different stand, even though he was careful not to offend his supporters, therefore, contradicting himself in some instances. For example, he says that he believes in the freedom and equality of humankind, yet states that the blacks and whites cannot exist in the same place. He also speaks of finding them a state to live in and be colonized; so much for the freedom and equality of human beings.
I think he played a lot into politics; He is portrayed as an individual who lacked malice for anyone or anything. Yes, it is argued that this character made him stand out the most, but he also knew how to use it to his advantage politically, complemented by his personality, to draw people towards him after noticing they give him attention. If he was as good as they claimed, why then did he struggle with forgiving his father? Why did he fight for the abolition of slave trade, but did not want to offend the northerners on the same issue to avoid losing their votes? Every move and every word were politically calculated.
Lincoln was also calculative as seen in his duel between him and James Shields, a politician whom he had publicly ridiculed. James challenged him to the duel and manipulated the situation by laying down the terms. He chooses a sword because he had the physical advantage, and played mind games on Shields to intimidate him before the duel. The fight was called off after they reached an agreement. He also challenged Steve Douglas to a debating contest after entering the Illinois Senate race in 1858. He knows it’s a long shot for him, but uses it as an opportunity to gain publicity because by doing this, Douglas, who was the sitting senator, gave Lincoln “equal status” by standing on the same podium with him, and giving him a chance to be heard across seven cities.
Lincoln as President of the United States
His presidency was marked with controversy. During the civil war, he successfully turned the cause of the fight from that of fighting for political reasons to that of fighting for the cause of humanity. I believed in his true intent for being a great leader when he personally joined the war as the Commander in Chief, and was at the forefront of the battle field. It is unfortunate that his rule was marked with war, and the country never got to experience him as a leader in building the nation after the civil war. I believe he did well with the short time he had, and given the war circumstance having that he barely had any leadership experience.
Lincoln as a mass influencer
Even though he appeared disqualified, Lincoln was a shrewd leader who always thought of the welfare of others before his own. His unique leadership style made him gain popularity enough to get him in office for a second term, something that no other former president had ever achieved. His election into the state legislature had little to do with his qualifications and more to do with his people skills because he was gifted in moving crowds. He was in his own words “friendless, uneducated, and penniless” and opted to run for the state legislature at 23 knowing he had the slimmest chance possible of winning. After three attempts he finally made it in, but still retained his job as a lawyer, surveyor, and postmaster. Interestingly, the idea for running for the presidency was not his either. Other people, mostly Republicans, suggested the idea to him, to which he laughed off, but the idea of popularity never left his mind, so he embraced the thought of running for the presidency. He tried to downplay his excitement by stating that “the taste is in my mouth a little,” which was one among his many smart, calculated political moves. Showing too much desire would make people criticize him and find his flaws. Being subtle about it enabled other people to do his bidding for him, portraying him as someone able to run for the presidency. He was more calculative than people would like to portray because he knew when to be in the limelight, and when to take a back seat. However, one thing that made him stand out was that he was always striving to get ahead in the world and achieve greatness.
Image of a huge crowd awaiting Abraham Lincoln to give his speech, indicating his influence (Source: internet)
His multi-faced personality
Lincoln was a master at gaining attention. He did this through his witty personality, philosophical nature, and “always doing well” nature. To gain attention politically, he chose a cause that was controversial, that of slave trade abolition and stuck with it. His ability to stay in the limelight declared him attractive and relevant to the society. He had nothing to lose by losing the parliamentary voting because he had already accomplished more than he had hoped to, which was being different from the father. Just as he was chosen as a leader in his early life, the idea of the presidency was essentially thrust upon him, and he tried to downplay it by playing the “simple man” card. It was fundamentally handed over to him.
Abraham Lincoln moves to a small town, he is an honest guy in his dealings and acquires the nickname Honest Abe for always paying his creditors, and being an honest lawyer. He uses this as a strategy to paint himself as a simple, honest, hardworking man. Here, we can conclude that everything about his public image was an exaggeration of his character. For someone who was charismatic and persuasive, he was also a depressed person. He lost almost all his loved ones and became depressed. His struggle was seen by how he handled every defeat by withdrawing every time. A friend goes further to remove sharp objects from his way but assures him that he cannot commit suicide because he is yet to do anything worthy of being remembered.
Deep down, Lincoln was also an insecure man. He downplays his insecurity such that people were unable to tell that it existed. He was such a great man who moved audiences that it is unbelievable to think he had insecurities of his own, even with such admiration from people. He applies the philosophy of “laugh at yourself so that when others laugh at you it stings less”, in one of his several sarcastic statements, “If I had another, face, do you think I would wear this one?” This was in response to people claiming he had several personalities. He was aware of his queerness and didn’t expect to be loved based on his looks. Another incident that displayed his insecurity was when he grew a beard at the request of a young girl’s letter who said he would look a great deal better. He even resorted to general photography as part of his campaign to make him look more presentable to the society.
Image of Lincoln before photographic editing and growing a beard (Source: internet)
Image of Lincoln after suggested changes. (Source: internet)
Lincoln does not know how to take rejection or defeat and uses other methods to compensate. For example, he uses detachment to counterpoise for fear of intimacy or hurt and used sarcasm and a charming aura to offset the depression within him. He also suffered from insomnia, anger issues, and portrayed incoherent rambling on some occasions, contrary to how he is portrayed in public. He compensated for his melancholy, inherited from his mom, by developing oratory skills and a sense of humor. When he talked, everyone listened. He appears to be very skilled at hiding his flawed personality. Living a life of always having to keep up a front, especially among people in the limelight can be quite exhausting. His exhaustion is shown in how, combined with the effects of the war, his leadership journey took a toll on his physical health.
Lincoln and his father
For someone who was able to keep up an active front and face for almost all his life, this is one of the aspects of his biography that I found most revealing and genuine about his nature. His relationship with his father was the most defining aspect of his personal and political life. He succeeded at what he did because he was motivated by his father’s inabilities and failures. On the contrary, he was unable to show intimacy, was somewhat cold in his relationships, and almost always detached, even with his children. He never held a grudge against anyone in his life except his dad. He refused to visit him when he was dying and refused to go to his funeral. Which can be argued that he was human after all, but where are all those philosophies when it came to his parent? His responsibility was to his family first, but it seems he failed. One would have thought that he would have been better than his dad, even though he didn’t flog his children or subject them to manual labor. It can be argued that given the conditions that he was raised in, and the knowledge he had about being a parent, the way he treated his kids was good enough.
Lincoln and slavery
He was passionate towards the cause of slavery because he felt treated like a slave by his parent. He was at the forefront of fighting for the cause and took a deaf ear to those who opposed him. He successfully changed the cause of war from a civil to a humanity one, fighting for the rights of slaves. Passing the Emancipation Declaration was the single biggest act of rule that was witnessed during the time, and he got much love as he did hate on the issue. The external success must have been some form of internal win, as a way to show his late father that he finally won.
His value for public opinion led to his demise. As a dignitary, he was required to have a security detail with him everywhere he went. His first encounter with assassination was on his train journey to Washington. After changing trains, people called him a coward and he responded by choosing to walk on several occasions without strict security. He was the president by all means, meaning that his life was valuable regardless of what people thought of his nature. Maybe it was still one of the ways he played into people’s emotions, but his lack of paying attention to his security cost him his life. John Wilkes Booth, his assassin, took advantage of the situation and carried a gun into the Ford Theater and got close enough to shoot him. Had he been careful, especially after his premonitory dream, he may have lived longer.
Stephen Oates writing style
I found this book more appealing than other historian biographies I have read. This is because Oates attempts to humanize Lincoln, and provide a humanity aspect towards his leadership. He portrays Abraham as a mere mortal who had the best intentions for all and his country at heart, for example, by fighting for the rights of the slaves, and the Emancipation Declaration signed. In his attempt to humanize Lincoln, he brings out his flaws, and I can understand him as a calculative political strategist, as opposed to being among the greatest philosophers I know.
I don’t believe the author is biased because he attempts to give a balanced view of Lincoln as a leader and as a human being. However, he could have been more descriptive towards other aspects of his life. For example, his marriage and parts of his childhood. Oates avoids writing about Lincoln’s marriage or the life of his first love in detail. At the end of the book, Lincoln passes away tragically after being assassinated and goes to become among America’s greatest leaders of all time especially for his stand on anti-slavery and his shrewd leadership style. Even though he was calculative, he was true without malice to anyone. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in reading about the civil war because it is not all guns, law, and politics. Through the book, you live the life of Lincoln before, during, and after the war, gaining a better understanding of the challenges leaders had to face in the era of warfar
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The life and personality of former United States President Abraham Lincoln was and remains a wonder to many. Several biographies have been written to explain the kind of person he was, including this book by Stephen Oats (Oates 7). The review will majorly be defined by:
- a) Some of the resounding themes that I came across including freedom, slavery, morality, manipulation, racism, and politics.
- b) People like Lincoln himself, his wife, his dad, the little girl who wrote him a letter, and his assassin John Wilkes also clearly stood out from others. They played a significant role in determining the life and course of Abraham Lincoln.
- c) Specific episodes found intriguing include:
- Lincoln’s childhood
- Education experience
- Lincoln’s love life
- Marriage to Mary Todd
- His leadership
- Lincoln in politics and political strategies
- His tenure as President
- Lincoln as a mass influencer
- His relationship with his father
- His multi-personality
- Lincoln and the slavery cause
- Lincoln’s assassination
Coming from a background of poverty and misery either motivates people to work hard to achieve a better status, or wallow in misery and blame life or the present circumstances for your lack of success. Abraham chose the former, and his primary motivating factor was trying to avoid being like his father. He was faced with many challenges, for example, lack of exposure to education, mistreatment from the father, and losing most of his loved ones including his mother sister, and brother at a tender age. Despite the traumatic events, and understanding how psychology works, Abraham Lincoln is painted as a fighter who beats all odds to avoid misery in a later life. Understanding his childhood is pivotal in understanding this book because it paints out his human side and the reason why he became the person that he was. It affects part of his life for example as seen in his relationship with his wife and children, his view towards humanity and the slavery issue, his personality including his depression.
Lincoln barely got an education as he mostly worked on his father’s farm. The book states that he only got a year and a half of formal training and had to learn how to write on his own. His zeal for learning sees him walking miles just to access books, and work hard to complete law school. Could this aspect of his life have been exaggerated? It is unbelievable to fathom that an individual can only gain less than two years of formal education and go on to complete law school.
This exaggeration, as was most of his persona, played out to his political and societal advantage. He remains passionate about reading as he resorts to reading books to seek out strategies of war later on in his life. In my view, acquiring a decent form of education was the only way he would seem equal to others in the society having that he came from a poor background. His passion was fuelled by the disregard of his father who was unable to do something as simple as signing his name. Lincoln thought of him as lazy, lacking, and nonintellectual, and worked hard to escape this image.
Lincoln and love
For someone painted as being philosophical, morally upright and “without malice to anyone”, it was expected that whose he was involved with romantically were the greatest benefactors of his personality. Contrary to this, he was quite the heartbreaker. It is easy to sympathize with him, just as the author does, by painting a picture of a troubled childhood that affected his adulthood. He lost his mother, sister, brother, and first love, hence denying him the opportunity to know what it was like to love. His father made the situation worse by being abusive.
He broke off his initial engagement to Mary Owens, and blamed it on poverty, and also broke off another engagement to his wife Mary Todd before agreeing to get married to her eventually. He tried to downplay his first engagement break off by making a sarcastic comment stating that he would never marry anyone “foolish enough to have him” when in the real sense he had intimacy and commitment issues. As much as he broke off his initial engagement, he felt humiliated that Mary Owens never responded to his letter. This was an indication that he still longed for attention and female love that which he got from his mother for a few years before she passed away. In fact, it is speculated that he only got married to the other Mary because she was already with his child.
Lincoln and marriage
Some people described his marriage as being unbelievably painful, and a scorching burning hell. His wife Mary Todd was violent with him. Other people stated that the problems were exaggerated. It was believed that he always walked away from the argument and never bothered to answer back. Greater part Lincoln’s life aspects appear to be exaggerated for the good of his public image. Typically, without any evidence of adultery, or violence, people blame the failure of any marriage on the woman. Painting Mary as a violent person and Lincoln as a cool head worked to gain popularity and sympathy, even though his issues were not aired publicly.
Mary was from the onset attracted to Lincoln because she saw certain flair for greatness in him, save for his queer looking face and form. They got married while he was still practicing law and was among the people who fuelled his desire to participate in politics. This marriage was clearly far from a love one because despite his aloofness, detachment, depression issues, and being passionate more about politics than his family, she still stuck by his side. This portrays either loyalty or ambition. Lincoln scoffs at Mary for gaining weight and is displeased. He appears as someone who is detached from his marriage, except when a tragic event occurs like losing his son, and even then, he delves deeper into a depressive state instead of seeking solace from his wife. In the spirit of striving not to be like his father, he should have tried harder to make his marriage work better.
Was it Lincoln’s desire to be a leader? Did he have the dream to become a great leader from the onset? His past and childhood had everything working for him as if to say that the stars were aligned for him. He had a troubled tortured background, a cruel father, lost his mother, and struggled to get a basic education. In the real sense, his primary fight was not to end up like his father, and not to be the American president. He was thrust into popularity and leadership in 1832 when he was unanimously chosen by other men to be the leader of their troop when going to fight the Indian tribal chief without having to vie. The idea pleased him, and got him the notion of gaining recognition, and that time there was no better way than politics. He wondered how a little-known man from an impoverished background could be so influential in society. This is the event that lay the groundwork of Lincoln as a leader.
Politics and political strategies
His style was comprised mainly of taking a different stand, even though he was careful not to offend his supporters, therefore, contradicting himself in some instances. For example, he says that he believes in the freedom and equality of humankind, yet states that the blacks and whites cannot exist in the same place. He also speaks of finding them a state to live in and be colonized; so much for the freedom and equality of human beings.
I think he played a lot into politics; He is portrayed as an individual who lacked malice for anyone or anything. Yes, it is argued that this character made him stand out the most, but he also knew how to use it to his advantage politically, complemented by his personality, to draw people towards him after noticing they give him attention. If he was as good as they claimed, why then did he struggle with forgiving his father? Why did he fight for the abolition of slave trade, but did not want to offend the northerners on the same issue to avoid losing their votes? Every move and every word were politically calculated.
Lincoln was also calculative as seen in his duel between him and James Shields, a politician whom he had publicly ridiculed. James challenged him to the duel and manipulated the situation by laying down the terms. He chooses a sword because he had the physical advantage, and played mind games on Shields to intimidate him before the duel. The fight was called off after they reached an agreement. He also challenged Steve Douglas to a debating contest after entering the Illinois Senate race in 1858. He knows it’s a long shot for him, but uses it as an opportunity to gain publicity because by doing this, Douglas, who was the sitting senator, gave Lincoln “equal status” by standing on the same podium with him, and giving him a chance to be heard across seven cities.
Lincoln as President of the United States
His presidency was marked with controversy. During the civil war, he successfully turned the cause of the fight from that of fighting for political reasons to that of fighting for the cause of humanity. I believed in his true intent for being a great leader when he personally joined the war as the Commander in Chief, and was at the forefront of the battle field. It is unfortunate that his rule was marked with war, and the country never got to experience him as a leader in building the nation after the civil war. I believe he did well with the short time he had, and given the war circumstance having that he barely had any leadership experience.
Lincoln as a mass influencer
Even though he appeared disqualified, Lincoln was a shrewd leader who always thought of the welfare of others before his own. His unique leadership style made him gain popularity enough to get him in office for a second term, something that no other former president had ever achieved. His election into the state legislature had little to do with his qualifications and more to do with his people skills because he was gifted in moving crowds. He was in his own words “friendless, uneducated, and penniless” and opted to run for the state legislature at 23 knowing he had the slimmest chance possible of winning. After three attempts he finally made it in, but still retained his job as a lawyer, surveyor, and postmaster. Interestingly, the idea for running for the presidency was not his either. Other people, mostly Republicans, suggested the idea to him, to which he laughed off, but the idea of popularity never left his mind, so he embraced the thought of running for the presidency. He tried to downplay his excitement by stating that “the taste is in my mouth a little,” which was one among his many smart, calculated political moves. Showing too much desire would make people criticize him and find his flaws. Being subtle about it enabled other people to do his bidding for him, portraying him as someone able to run for the presidency. He was more calculative than people would like to portray because he knew when to be in the limelight, and when to take a back seat. However, one thing that made him stand out was that he was always striving to get ahead in the world and achieve greatness.
Image of a huge crowd awaiting Abraham Lincoln to give his speech, indicating his influence (Source: internet)
His multi-faced personality
Lincoln was a master at gaining attention. He did this through his witty personality, philosophical nature, and “always doing well” nature. To gain attention politically, he chose a cause that was controversial, that of slave trade abolition and stuck with it. His ability to stay in the limelight declared him attractive and relevant to the society. He had nothing to lose by losing the parliamentary voting because he had already accomplished more than he had hoped to, which was being different from the father. Just as he was chosen as a leader in his early life, the idea of the presidency was essentially thrust upon him, and he tried to downplay it by playing the “simple man” card. It was fundamentally handed over to him.
Abraham Lincoln moves to a small town, he is an honest guy in his dealings and acquires the nickname Honest Abe for always paying his creditors, and being an honest lawyer. He uses this as a strategy to paint himself as a simple, honest, hardworking man. Here, we can conclude that everything about his public image was an exaggeration of his character. For someone who was charismatic and persuasive, he was also a depressed person. He lost almost all his loved ones and became depressed. His struggle was seen by how he handled every defeat by withdrawing every time. A friend goes further to remove sharp objects from his way but assures him that he cannot commit suicide because he is yet to do anything worthy of being remembered.
Deep down, Lincoln was also an insecure man. He downplays his insecurity such that people were unable to tell that it existed. He was such a great man who moved audiences that it is unbelievable to think he had insecurities of his own, even with such admiration from people. He applies the philosophy of “laugh at yourself so that when others laugh at you it stings less”, in one of his several sarcastic statements, “If I had another, face, do you think I would wear this one?” This was in response to people claiming he had several personalities. He was aware of his queerness and didn’t expect to be loved based on his looks. Another incident that displayed his insecurity was when he grew a beard at the request of a young girl’s letter who said he would look a great deal better. He even resorted to general photography as part of his campaign to make him look more presentable to the society.
Image of Lincoln before photographic editing and growing a beard (Source: internet)
Image of Lincoln after suggested changes. (Source: internet)
Lincoln does not know how to take rejection or defeat and uses other methods to compensate. For example, he uses detachment to counterpoise for fear of intimacy or hurt and used sarcasm and a charming aura to offset the depression within him. He also suffered from insomnia, anger issues, and portrayed incoherent rambling on some occasions, contrary to how he is portrayed in public. He compensated for his melancholy, inherited from his mom, by developing oratory skills and a sense of humor. When he talked, everyone listened. He appears to be very skilled at hiding his flawed personality. Living a life of always having to keep up a front, especially among people in the limelight can be quite exhausting. His exhaustion is shown in how, combined with the effects of the war, his leadership journey took a toll on his physical health.
Lincoln and his father
For someone who was able to keep up an active front and face for almost all his life, this is one of the aspects of his biography that I found most revealing and genuine about his nature. His relationship with his father was the most defining aspect of his personal and political life. He succeeded at what he did because he was motivated by his father’s inabilities and failures. On the contrary, he was unable to show intimacy, was somewhat cold in his relationships, and almost always detached, even with his children. He never held a grudge against anyone in his life except his dad. He refused to visit him when he was dying and refused to go to his funeral. Which can be argued that he was human after all, but where are all those philosophies when it came to his parent? His responsibility was to his family first, but it seems he failed. One would have thought that he would have been better than his dad, even though he didn’t flog his children or subject them to manual labor. It can be argued that given the conditions that he was raised in, and the knowledge he had about being a parent, the way he treated his kids was good enough.
Lincoln and slavery
He was passionate towards the cause of slavery because he felt treated like a slave by his parent. He was at the forefront of fighting for the cause and took a deaf ear to those who opposed him. He successfully changed the cause of war from a civil to a humanity one, fighting for the rights of slaves. Passing the Emancipation Declaration was the single biggest act of rule that was witnessed during the time, and he got much love as he did hate on the issue. The external success must have been some form of internal win, as a way to show his late father that he finally won.
His value for public opinion led to his demise. As a dignitary, he was required to have a security detail with him everywhere he went. His first encounter with assassination was on his train journey to Washington. After changing trains, people called him a coward and he responded by choosing to walk on several occasions without strict security. He was the president by all means, meaning that his life was valuable regardless of what people thought of his nature. Maybe it was still one of the ways he played into people’s emotions, but his lack of paying attention to his security cost him his life. John Wilkes Booth, his assassin, took advantage of the situation and carried a gun into the Ford Theater and got close enough to shoot him. Had he been careful, especially after his premonitory dream, he may have lived longer.
Stephen Oates writing style
I found this book more appealing than other historian biographies I have read. This is because Oates attempts to humanize Lincoln, and provide a humanity aspect towards his leadership. He portrays Abraham as a mere mortal who had the best intentions for all and his country at heart, for example, by fighting for the rights of the slaves, and the Emancipation Declaration signed. In his attempt to humanize Lincoln, he brings out his flaws, and I can understand him as a calculative political strategist, as opposed to being among the greatest philosophers I know.
I don’t believe the author is biased because he attempts to give a balanced view of Lincoln as a leader and as a human being. However, he could have been more descriptive towards other aspects of his life. For example, his marriage and parts of his childhood. Oates avoids writing about Lincoln’s marriage or the life of his first love in detail. At the end of the book, Lincoln passes away tragically after being assassinated and goes to become among America’s greatest leaders of all time especially for his stand on anti-slavery and his shrewd leadership style. Even though he was calculative, he was true without malice to anyone. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in reading about the civil war because it is not all guns, law, and politics. Through the book, you live the life of Lincoln before, during, and after the war, gaining a better understanding of the challenges leaders had to face in the era of warfar
Oates, Stephen B. With Malice Toward None: The Life of Abraham Lincoln. New York: Harper & Row, 1977. Print. | 3,850 | ENGLISH | 1 |
The Mother of the Freedom Movement
In 1955, an African-American seamstress helped cause the civil rights movement in the United States, and her name was Rosa Parks. Rosa Parks was an African-American civil rights activist. Many know her by “the first lady of civil rights” or “the mother of the freedom movement.” Rosa Parks once said, “I’d see the bus pass everyday, but to me, that was a way of life; we had no choice but to accept what was the custom. The bus was among the first ways I realized there was a black world and a white world.” (The Story Behind The Bus) After she said this, she knew she had to take a stand against segregation and do everything in her power to change it.
Rosa Louise McCauley Parks was born on February 4th, 1913 in Tuskegee, Alabama to her parents James McCauley and Leona Edwards. Eventually in 1915, Rosa’s parents divorced and her mother took her and her brother to live in Pine Level. In Pine Level, Rosa lived with her grandparents most of the time. Rosa was homeschooled until she was eleven years old, and she then attended a public school called Industrial School for Girls. She took vocational and academic courses, and she also started laboratory school for a secondary education, but unfortunately she never got to finish because she was forced to drop out to take care of her ill grandmother. Growing up, Rosa was influenced by the Jim Crow Laws, these laws segregated white people from black people in almost everything they did, including public restrooms, drinking fountains, education and transportation. Transportation for the blacks was very different than the whites, the whites were allowed to ride the bus to take them to their schools while the blacks were required to walk to their schools. Public t...
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...t neither of them would take a stand for what they believed in because they thought no one would agree or try to help them change these laws.
The Montgomery Bus Boycott took place from December 5, 1955, to December 20, 1956. This boycott was when African Americans refused to ride any city buses in Montgomery, Alabama, to protest against segregated seating. 40,000 people were already organized in this boycott only two days after Parks’ arrest. Many whites tried to stop the boycott by trying to separate the black community, and they also tried to break down the private taxi system that allowed the blacks to have a source of transportation. More than 66 percent of people that rode these buses were blacks, causing tons of buses to start suffering economically. The Montgomery Boycott changed a lot, but this biggest effect it had was to stop segregation towards blacks.
Rosa Parks was a black American who it has been said, started the black civil rights movement. Rosa Parks was fro Montgomery, and in Montgomery they had a local low that black people were only allowed to sit in a few seats on the public buses and if a white person wanted their set, they would have to give it up. On one bus journey Parks was asked to move for a white person, she refused and the police were call and she was arrested and convicted of breaking the bus laws.
Rosa Parks was a African American woman who sat in the front of the bus after a long hard day at work. As she traveled on the bus back home, a Caucasian male approached and asked her to get up from her seat to go to the back of the bus because he wanted to sit there. Instead of avoiding the trouble and just going to the back of the bus, she decided to stay where she was . Due to the time period, because of her not giving her seat up to the gentlemen, she was arrested and charged with civil disobedience. After her arrest was made a boycott would ensue
The Montgomery Bus Boycott was significant because it was regarded as the earliest mass protest on
The Montgomery bus boycott was caused when Rosa Parks, an African American woman on December 1, 1955 refused to obey the bus driver James Blake’s that demanded that she give up her seat to a white man. Because she refused, police came and arrested her. During her arrest and trial for this act of civil disobedience, it triggered the Montgomery Bus Boycott, one of the largest and most successful mass movements against racial segregation in history. Her role in American history earned her an iconic status in American culture, and her actions have left an enduring legacy for civil rights movements around the world. Soon after her arrest, Martin Luther King Jr. led a boycott against the public transportation system because it was unfair. This launched Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the organizers of the
Rosa Parks was a member of the NAACP, lived in Montgomery Alabama, and rode the public bus system. In the south, during this time the buses were segregated which meant that black people had to ride in the back of the bus behind a painted line. White people entered the front of the bus and were compelled to sit in front of the painted line. Most buses at the time had more room for white riders who used the service less than the black ridership. Yet, they could not cross the line even if the seats in the front were empty (Brown-Rose, 2008). Rosa Parks made a bold statement when she sat in the “white section” of a Montgomery bus. She was asked to surrender her seat to a white man, but she did not move and was soon arrested. Her brave action started the Montgomery bus Boycott, with the help of the NAACP, none other than Dr. Martin Luther King’s leadership as part of the Montgomery Improvement Association. As its President, he was able spread the word quickly which brought national attention to the small town of Montgomery’s bus Boycott. The boycott was televised and brought so much attention that the United States Supreme Court ruled that segregation on public transportation was unconstitutional; a success spurring a more
Rosa became tired of waiting for the world to change on its own, or was afraid that it will never change, so she revolted against the unfair prejudice laws and has successfully made African-Americans equal and inspired many to stand up for justice. When faced with a situation where wrong and hurtful things are being done, people should follow Rosa Park’s remarkable example and not be afraid to say or do something to stop them from happening, no matter who they are. Rosa Parks has shown marvelously, anyone can be a hero. Rosa Parks now stand for symbol of fight for equal rights and freedom.
The Montgomery bus boycott began with a 42 year old woman, Rosa Parks, being arrested for not giving up her seat on the bus so that a white male could sit. E.D Nixon and Jo Anne Robinson, heads of the local Women’s Political Council were trying to draw attention to the injustice and unfair circumstances the African Americans were suffering in Montgomery. The Arrest of Rosa Parks gave them an example of misconduct to base the boycott on. They called a mass meeting in the Holt street baptist church and produced close to 50 000 leaflets with basic instructions saying “don't ride the bus to school, town or work on Monday december 5th”. Martin Luther King Jr, a young advocate for non violent civil disobedience led the boycott boycott which lasted
Throughout the African American civil rights movement opportunities were sought to spark a chance at improving conditions in the south. Rosa Parks refusing to give up her seat on the Montgomery, Alabama bus was the fire to that spark. Rosa, standing up for herself something anyone person in today’s world would do, was arrested and put in jail. While Rosa was in jail she caught the eye of many people in the Civil Rights Movement, including the leaders. The Civil Rights leaders protested her arrest and hired lawyers to aid her in her trial. Although she was found guilty and was fined fourteen dollars for the cost of the court case, which lasted on thirty minutes, she wasn’t done yet. Rosa Parks has affected the society we live in today in many ways, she is the most influential person the black community has ever seen.
Rosa Parks was an African-American women who was tired of being treated differently just because of her skin color. She was a very kind woman who fought against all the laws and segregation. Rosa was born in 1913 in Tuskegee, Alabama and died in 2005 in Detroit, Michigan (RM, plc. "Rosa (Louise McCauley) Parks"4). She did something that broke the law at the time but it changed this place and its keeps being an impact to everyone now in present days (Armentrout, DavidArmentrout, Patricia. "ALABAMA: Rosa Parks."1 ). She was on a Boycott bus on December 1, 1955 when the bus filled up and the African-Americans were supposed to give their seat up to the Americans but Rosa didn’t (Badertscher 1). She was 42 at this time so she knew what she was doing and she decided to do it anyways ("Rosa Parks"1). When she refused to give her seat up they ended up taking her to jail because she was breaking a law at the moment (Badertscher 7). She went to jail for something unfair, she was tired of getting no respect and treated like if she nobody or nothing in this world.
How important are rights and equality? How many would walk 20 miles a day in rain or snow just to get the point across that bus segregation, among other forms of segregation are unjust or how many would be willing to give up their lives, jobs, protection for their families, homes, friends and others for change that is deserved? Rosa Louise McCauley Parks among many other civil right activists did just that. Rosa went through many struggles and trials in her life for the fight for freedom. She was an amazing example to all people, not just African Americans. Even though she wasn't well educated she still made a huge impact in society. By Rosa Parks refusing to give up her seat on the bus, she changed society in many ways: she gave hope to those races that wanted change and equal rights for themselves.
First and foremost, the Montgomery Bus Boycott is when Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white American on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama on December 1, 1955. Also the same day as December 1 1955 there was a protest against segregation on public transport. In the 1900 Alabama passed a city ordinance for the segregation passengers. The bus was segregated to divide and equal up the blacks and the white passengers. The buses use a sign that said “white people forward and colored rear.” The black people always sit at the back of the bus and never directly opposite a white person, and the white people sit in the front of the bus. On the Montgomery bus there were always the first four rows of seats reserved for white people but if you needed more seating they could move the sign back where the white people would have room to sit (“ Montgomery Bus Boycott ”) .
At the peak of the 20th century's Civil Rights Movement era, Montgomery's African American citizens began the Montgomery Bus Boycott. The city bus boycott originally began on December 1, 1955 when a young woman named Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white passenger on the bus. Because of Parks' refusal, she and a few of her colleagues were thrown off the city bus and arrested for disturbing the "peace" AKA "Civil Disobedience". This incident trial blazed an eleven-month long bus boycott in the city of Montgomery that would change not only Montgomery, AL, but America for the better for decades to come. Many Americans have no interest in learning about African American history or the Civil Rights Movement. Consequently, many individuals
The Montgomery Bus Boycott was a campaign that is officially considered to have lasted from December 1st 1955, and lasted for 381 days until December 20th 1956. The reason for the campaign was to achieve de-segregation on all Montgomery, Alabama busses, and then later all busses in America This essay will outline three causes, three consequences and other relevant information relating to this campaign.
Throughout the history of the United States, there have been many influential people who have lead the rebellion against the lawmakers of their time. One of the inspiring people is Rosa Parks. During Parks’ time of civil disobedience, the civil rights movement was at its height. Rosa “Parks was arrested for her act of civil disobedience and convicted of violating the Jim Crow laws that enforced racial segregation in the South” (Korpe), for refusing to give up her seat in a bus for a white man. Just one person, Parks, refusing to give up her seat on a bus lead to a bus boycott headed by Martin Luther King Jr.. Her actions gave her the title of “‘ the mother of the civil rights movement’”
Blacks walked miles to work, organized carpools, and despite efforts from the police to discourage this new spark of independence, the boycotts continued for more than a year until in November 1956 the Supreme Court ruled that the Montgomery bus company must desegregate it's busses. Were it not for the leadership of Rosa Parks and Jo Ann Robinson, and the support the black community through church congregations, these events may have not happened for many years to come. | <urn:uuid:6253a712-ca69-4ca7-8051-7b56f35eb3b1> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.123helpme.com/essay/The-Mother-of-the-Freedom-Movement-The-401447 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473871.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222225655-20240223015655-00555.warc.gz | en | 0.984311 | 2,744 | 3.390625 | 3 | [
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In 1955, an African-American seamstress helped cause the civil rights movement in the United States, and her name was Rosa Parks. Rosa Parks was an African-American civil rights activist. Many know her by “the first lady of civil rights” or “the mother of the freedom movement.” Rosa Parks once said, “I’d see the bus pass everyday, but to me, that was a way of life; we had no choice but to accept what was the custom. The bus was among the first ways I realized there was a black world and a white world.” (The Story Behind The Bus) After she said this, she knew she had to take a stand against segregation and do everything in her power to change it.
Rosa Louise McCauley Parks was born on February 4th, 1913 in Tuskegee, Alabama to her parents James McCauley and Leona Edwards. Eventually in 1915, Rosa’s parents divorced and her mother took her and her brother to live in Pine Level. In Pine Level, Rosa lived with her grandparents most of the time. Rosa was homeschooled until she was eleven years old, and she then attended a public school called Industrial School for Girls. She took vocational and academic courses, and she also started laboratory school for a secondary education, but unfortunately she never got to finish because she was forced to drop out to take care of her ill grandmother. Growing up, Rosa was influenced by the Jim Crow Laws, these laws segregated white people from black people in almost everything they did, including public restrooms, drinking fountains, education and transportation. Transportation for the blacks was very different than the whites, the whites were allowed to ride the bus to take them to their schools while the blacks were required to walk to their schools. Public t...
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...t neither of them would take a stand for what they believed in because they thought no one would agree or try to help them change these laws.
The Montgomery Bus Boycott took place from December 5, 1955, to December 20, 1956. This boycott was when African Americans refused to ride any city buses in Montgomery, Alabama, to protest against segregated seating. 40,000 people were already organized in this boycott only two days after Parks’ arrest. Many whites tried to stop the boycott by trying to separate the black community, and they also tried to break down the private taxi system that allowed the blacks to have a source of transportation. More than 66 percent of people that rode these buses were blacks, causing tons of buses to start suffering economically. The Montgomery Boycott changed a lot, but this biggest effect it had was to stop segregation towards blacks.
Rosa Parks was a black American who it has been said, started the black civil rights movement. Rosa Parks was fro Montgomery, and in Montgomery they had a local low that black people were only allowed to sit in a few seats on the public buses and if a white person wanted their set, they would have to give it up. On one bus journey Parks was asked to move for a white person, she refused and the police were call and she was arrested and convicted of breaking the bus laws.
Rosa Parks was a African American woman who sat in the front of the bus after a long hard day at work. As she traveled on the bus back home, a Caucasian male approached and asked her to get up from her seat to go to the back of the bus because he wanted to sit there. Instead of avoiding the trouble and just going to the back of the bus, she decided to stay where she was . Due to the time period, because of her not giving her seat up to the gentlemen, she was arrested and charged with civil disobedience. After her arrest was made a boycott would ensue
The Montgomery Bus Boycott was significant because it was regarded as the earliest mass protest on
The Montgomery bus boycott was caused when Rosa Parks, an African American woman on December 1, 1955 refused to obey the bus driver James Blake’s that demanded that she give up her seat to a white man. Because she refused, police came and arrested her. During her arrest and trial for this act of civil disobedience, it triggered the Montgomery Bus Boycott, one of the largest and most successful mass movements against racial segregation in history. Her role in American history earned her an iconic status in American culture, and her actions have left an enduring legacy for civil rights movements around the world. Soon after her arrest, Martin Luther King Jr. led a boycott against the public transportation system because it was unfair. This launched Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the organizers of the
Rosa Parks was a member of the NAACP, lived in Montgomery Alabama, and rode the public bus system. In the south, during this time the buses were segregated which meant that black people had to ride in the back of the bus behind a painted line. White people entered the front of the bus and were compelled to sit in front of the painted line. Most buses at the time had more room for white riders who used the service less than the black ridership. Yet, they could not cross the line even if the seats in the front were empty (Brown-Rose, 2008). Rosa Parks made a bold statement when she sat in the “white section” of a Montgomery bus. She was asked to surrender her seat to a white man, but she did not move and was soon arrested. Her brave action started the Montgomery bus Boycott, with the help of the NAACP, none other than Dr. Martin Luther King’s leadership as part of the Montgomery Improvement Association. As its President, he was able spread the word quickly which brought national attention to the small town of Montgomery’s bus Boycott. The boycott was televised and brought so much attention that the United States Supreme Court ruled that segregation on public transportation was unconstitutional; a success spurring a more
Rosa became tired of waiting for the world to change on its own, or was afraid that it will never change, so she revolted against the unfair prejudice laws and has successfully made African-Americans equal and inspired many to stand up for justice. When faced with a situation where wrong and hurtful things are being done, people should follow Rosa Park’s remarkable example and not be afraid to say or do something to stop them from happening, no matter who they are. Rosa Parks has shown marvelously, anyone can be a hero. Rosa Parks now stand for symbol of fight for equal rights and freedom.
The Montgomery bus boycott began with a 42 year old woman, Rosa Parks, being arrested for not giving up her seat on the bus so that a white male could sit. E.D Nixon and Jo Anne Robinson, heads of the local Women’s Political Council were trying to draw attention to the injustice and unfair circumstances the African Americans were suffering in Montgomery. The Arrest of Rosa Parks gave them an example of misconduct to base the boycott on. They called a mass meeting in the Holt street baptist church and produced close to 50 000 leaflets with basic instructions saying “don't ride the bus to school, town or work on Monday december 5th”. Martin Luther King Jr, a young advocate for non violent civil disobedience led the boycott boycott which lasted
Throughout the African American civil rights movement opportunities were sought to spark a chance at improving conditions in the south. Rosa Parks refusing to give up her seat on the Montgomery, Alabama bus was the fire to that spark. Rosa, standing up for herself something anyone person in today’s world would do, was arrested and put in jail. While Rosa was in jail she caught the eye of many people in the Civil Rights Movement, including the leaders. The Civil Rights leaders protested her arrest and hired lawyers to aid her in her trial. Although she was found guilty and was fined fourteen dollars for the cost of the court case, which lasted on thirty minutes, she wasn’t done yet. Rosa Parks has affected the society we live in today in many ways, she is the most influential person the black community has ever seen.
Rosa Parks was an African-American women who was tired of being treated differently just because of her skin color. She was a very kind woman who fought against all the laws and segregation. Rosa was born in 1913 in Tuskegee, Alabama and died in 2005 in Detroit, Michigan (RM, plc. "Rosa (Louise McCauley) Parks"4). She did something that broke the law at the time but it changed this place and its keeps being an impact to everyone now in present days (Armentrout, DavidArmentrout, Patricia. "ALABAMA: Rosa Parks."1 ). She was on a Boycott bus on December 1, 1955 when the bus filled up and the African-Americans were supposed to give their seat up to the Americans but Rosa didn’t (Badertscher 1). She was 42 at this time so she knew what she was doing and she decided to do it anyways ("Rosa Parks"1). When she refused to give her seat up they ended up taking her to jail because she was breaking a law at the moment (Badertscher 7). She went to jail for something unfair, she was tired of getting no respect and treated like if she nobody or nothing in this world.
How important are rights and equality? How many would walk 20 miles a day in rain or snow just to get the point across that bus segregation, among other forms of segregation are unjust or how many would be willing to give up their lives, jobs, protection for their families, homes, friends and others for change that is deserved? Rosa Louise McCauley Parks among many other civil right activists did just that. Rosa went through many struggles and trials in her life for the fight for freedom. She was an amazing example to all people, not just African Americans. Even though she wasn't well educated she still made a huge impact in society. By Rosa Parks refusing to give up her seat on the bus, she changed society in many ways: she gave hope to those races that wanted change and equal rights for themselves.
First and foremost, the Montgomery Bus Boycott is when Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white American on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama on December 1, 1955. Also the same day as December 1 1955 there was a protest against segregation on public transport. In the 1900 Alabama passed a city ordinance for the segregation passengers. The bus was segregated to divide and equal up the blacks and the white passengers. The buses use a sign that said “white people forward and colored rear.” The black people always sit at the back of the bus and never directly opposite a white person, and the white people sit in the front of the bus. On the Montgomery bus there were always the first four rows of seats reserved for white people but if you needed more seating they could move the sign back where the white people would have room to sit (“ Montgomery Bus Boycott ”) .
At the peak of the 20th century's Civil Rights Movement era, Montgomery's African American citizens began the Montgomery Bus Boycott. The city bus boycott originally began on December 1, 1955 when a young woman named Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white passenger on the bus. Because of Parks' refusal, she and a few of her colleagues were thrown off the city bus and arrested for disturbing the "peace" AKA "Civil Disobedience". This incident trial blazed an eleven-month long bus boycott in the city of Montgomery that would change not only Montgomery, AL, but America for the better for decades to come. Many Americans have no interest in learning about African American history or the Civil Rights Movement. Consequently, many individuals
The Montgomery Bus Boycott was a campaign that is officially considered to have lasted from December 1st 1955, and lasted for 381 days until December 20th 1956. The reason for the campaign was to achieve de-segregation on all Montgomery, Alabama busses, and then later all busses in America This essay will outline three causes, three consequences and other relevant information relating to this campaign.
Throughout the history of the United States, there have been many influential people who have lead the rebellion against the lawmakers of their time. One of the inspiring people is Rosa Parks. During Parks’ time of civil disobedience, the civil rights movement was at its height. Rosa “Parks was arrested for her act of civil disobedience and convicted of violating the Jim Crow laws that enforced racial segregation in the South” (Korpe), for refusing to give up her seat in a bus for a white man. Just one person, Parks, refusing to give up her seat on a bus lead to a bus boycott headed by Martin Luther King Jr.. Her actions gave her the title of “‘ the mother of the civil rights movement’”
Blacks walked miles to work, organized carpools, and despite efforts from the police to discourage this new spark of independence, the boycotts continued for more than a year until in November 1956 the Supreme Court ruled that the Montgomery bus company must desegregate it's busses. Were it not for the leadership of Rosa Parks and Jo Ann Robinson, and the support the black community through church congregations, these events may have not happened for many years to come. | 2,786 | ENGLISH | 1 |
In 1891, Salvation Army Captain Joseph McFee was distraught because so many poor individuals in San Francisco were going hungry. During the holiday season, he resolved to provide a free Christmas dinner for the destitute and poverty-stricken. He only had one major hurdle to overcome -- funding the project.
Where would the money come from, he wondered. He lay awake nights, worrying, thinking, praying about how he could find the funds to fulfill his commitment of feeding 1,000 of the city's poorest individuals on Christmas Day. As he pondered the issue, his thoughts drifted back to his sailor days in Liverpool, England. He remembered how at Stage Landing, where the boats came in, there was a large, iron kettle called "Simpson's Pot" into which passers-by tossed a coin or two to help the poor.
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Where would the money come from, he wondered. He lay awake nights, worrying, thinking, praying about how he could find the funds to fulfill his commitment of feeding 1,000 of the city's poorest individuals on Christmas Day. As he pondered the issue, his thoughts drifted back to his sailor days in Liverpool, England. He remembered how at Stage Landing, where the boats came in, there was a large, iron kettle called "Simpson's Pot" into which passers-by tossed a coin or two to help the poor.
The next day Captain McFee placed a similar pot at the Oakland Ferry Landing at the foot of Market Street. Beside the pot, he placed a sign that read, "Keep the Pot Boiling." He soon had the money to see that the needy people were properly fed at Christmas. | 234 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Key Difference – Taft vs Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft were the 26th and 27th presidents of the United States, respectively. Both were Republicans and at one point, close friends. In fact, Taft was handpicked by Roosevelt as his successor. However, despite sharing the same Republican policies, there were significant differences between Taft and Roosevelt, which eventually led to a rift between them.
Who was Taft?
William Howard Taft was the 27th President of the United States, taking the oath of office in 1909 and serving for just one term. He was also the 10th Chief Justice of the country, serving from 1921-1931. Taft was a trusted ally of President Roosevelt, who appointed him as Secretary of War in 1900. By 1907, his candidacy for presidency was announced, and he was elected as President in 1908.
Who was Roosevelt?
Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th president of the United States, serving two terms from 1901-1909. Known as Teddy, the iconic Teddy bear is named after him. He was the Vice President when President McKinley was assassinated. Roosevelt is known for his “Square deal” phrase, which reassured the public that they would receive a fair deal under his presidency. Internationally, he adopted an approach of “speaking softly while carrying a long stick.” Roosevelt won the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in negotiating peace between Russia and Japan. He openly supported and selected Taft as his successor when he was nearing the end of his 2nd term.
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Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft were the 26th and 27th presidents of the United States, respectively. Both were Republicans and at one point, close friends. In fact, Taft was handpicked by Roosevelt as his successor. However, despite sharing the same Republican policies, there were significant differences between Taft and Roosevelt, which eventually led to a rift between them.
Who was Taft?
William Howard Taft was the 27th President of the United States, taking the oath of office in 1909 and serving for just one term. He was also the 10th Chief Justice of the country, serving from 1921-1931. Taft was a trusted ally of President Roosevelt, who appointed him as Secretary of War in 1900. By 1907, his candidacy for presidency was announced, and he was elected as President in 1908.
Who was Roosevelt?
Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th president of the United States, serving two terms from 1901-1909. Known as Teddy, the iconic Teddy bear is named after him. He was the Vice President when President McKinley was assassinated. Roosevelt is known for his “Square deal” phrase, which reassured the public that they would receive a fair deal under his presidency. Internationally, he adopted an approach of “speaking softly while carrying a long stick.” Roosevelt won the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in negotiating peace between Russia and Japan. He openly supported and selected Taft as his successor when he was nearing the end of his 2nd term.
- Roosevelt and Taft disagreed on progressivism and on people who were important to Taft.
- Taft was in favor of an independent judiciary, which Roosevelt opposed.
- Roosevelt supported higher tariffs and a national income tax, whereas Taft preferred lower tariffs and opposed the idea of a national income tax. | 411 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Alexander Lucius Twilight is known as the first Black man to graduate from college in the United States, but he also became the first biracial man to be elected to a state legislature.
Twilight was born in Vermont, and his family was listed on census records as being "Others free except Indians." It's unclear precisely what his racial breakdown was, except that he had African heritage on his father's side. In later censuses, he was recorded as a white man.
At age 26, Alexander Twilight enrolled at Middlebury College, where he earned his bachelor's degree. With that level of education, he was able to become a pastor and headmaster of the Orleans County Grammar School.
After establishing himself in the community, he went on to be elected to the Vermont General Assembly in 1836. In this role, he advocated for better education systems, with an emphasis on quality over quantity. Based on his own experiences, Twilight felt education was vital to personal and communal success.
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Twilight was born in Vermont, and his family was listed on census records as being "Others free except Indians." It's unclear precisely what his racial breakdown was, except that he had African heritage on his father's side. In later censuses, he was recorded as a white man.
At age 26, Alexander Twilight enrolled at Middlebury College, where he earned his bachelor's degree. With that level of education, he was able to become a pastor and headmaster of the Orleans County Grammar School.
After establishing himself in the community, he went on to be elected to the Vermont General Assembly in 1836. In this role, he advocated for better education systems, with an emphasis on quality over quantity. Based on his own experiences, Twilight felt education was vital to personal and communal success.
His home (and school building) now serves as a museum, known as the Old Stone House Museum and Historic Village. | 226 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Hamlet is a popular and heart touching play and its story is about a prince of Denmark named Hamlet, whose father is killed by his uncle. This book has total 135 pages. It was originally published in 1599 by “Simon & Schuster”. By genre it belongs to the category of Drama book.
Books Author: “William Shakespeare”
William Shakespeare was a famous English poet. He was born on April 26, 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom. He wrote several comedies and Historic plays and some of his famous plays are Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and The Tempest etc. His plays are circle around on love, loss and revenge. He was died in April 23, 1616.
“Hamlet” authored by “William Shakespeare” revival around the prince of Denmark named as Hamlet. It gives us a huge numbers of moral lesions including the complexity of human nature, the importance of asking questions and getting answers, the importance of worlds and language and inevitability of love that remain relevant to these days. The author of this play elaborate and explain all aspects in an accurate and concise way that can catch a sizeable audiences worldwide.
The story is circle around a prince named as Hamlet Denmark. He is suffering from an anger upon his beloved fathers dead. Basically his father was killed by his uncle named as Claudius. After then his ancle get marriage with his mother named as Gertrude.
One day a cold winter night his fathers soul came to meet Hamlet and state that he was killed by Claudius. Hamlet shocked and decided to take a revenge of his father. But he afraid and confused that how his uncle can kill his father. Hamlet pretends to crazy and think continuously about how to retaliate against the person who is responsible for this brutal murder.
He then decide to perform a ply as like his father dead which help him to determining whether his uncle feel guilt or not. After this play Hamlet is clear that Claudius is murderer of his father. He is then goes to kill his uncle. But hamlet is did no do so because he is praying. suddenly Claudius kills his mother and then he kill him along with his girlfriend Ophelia and her father Polonius. After sometimes Hamlet is killed by Claudius niece and then finally the whole Denmark Royal family is death.
“William Shakespeare” is well-known for his creative writing. He adopted an engaging and concise writing style in his book “Hamlet”. He explains in-depth themes including love, revenge, justice and madness in a professional way that can inspire all kind of reders. He placed plot, characters, storylines and closing and ending points of this book in an accurate manner that attract a huge numbers of readers with the rest of entire world.
He prefers to use simple sentences, words and vocabularies along with he avoid extra jargons for the sake of boost up the understanding level of his readers. “William Shakespeare” explain the complex and complicated methods, analysis and reasons in an approachable and concise manner with the aim to convey his message in an easy way.
“Hamlet” received mostly positive comments from its readers since its publication. This book was popular among its readers because of its in-depth themes, well-developed plots and moral and ethical lesions. It also has been praised for its complex but well-developed characters, attractive language and satisfactory opening and closing points. It has been translated in to 80 various languages and it also has been sold 10 billion copies worldwide since its publication.
“Hamlet” is driven by “William Shakespeare” is an interesting and catchy play that is rely on love, anger, justice, revenge and practical life happenings. In this book finally he find his fathers murderer and then he took a revenge but unfortunately he was also killed. The author did explain most difficult methods, characters and themes in a simple and concise way. During writing this story the author showed his consciousness about his storylines and language.
He avoided to use complicated dialogues and vocabularies. The in-depth research of author, well-developed characters and plot, engaging writing and storytelling style along with peaceful landings of opening and closing points make this book more favorable and approachable to all kinds of readers. This book is suitable for adult and mature readers. I highly recommended this book to all of them who love to read drama and tragedy books.
Q: What is the story Hamlet about?
Hamlet is revolved around a story of a prince whose father was killed by his uncle.
Q: Is Hamlet a tragedy or a comedy?
Hamlet is a tragedy play
Q: What are the main points of Hamlet?
This play is based on revenge and justice
Q: What time period is Hamlet set?
It was set in 1300s and 1400s.
Q: Did Hamlet has any girlfriend in this play?
Yes, Ophelia is Hamlets girlfriend.
Q: Is Hamlet ok for kids?
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Books Author: “William Shakespeare”
William Shakespeare was a famous English poet. He was born on April 26, 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom. He wrote several comedies and Historic plays and some of his famous plays are Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and The Tempest etc. His plays are circle around on love, loss and revenge. He was died in April 23, 1616.
“Hamlet” authored by “William Shakespeare” revival around the prince of Denmark named as Hamlet. It gives us a huge numbers of moral lesions including the complexity of human nature, the importance of asking questions and getting answers, the importance of worlds and language and inevitability of love that remain relevant to these days. The author of this play elaborate and explain all aspects in an accurate and concise way that can catch a sizeable audiences worldwide.
The story is circle around a prince named as Hamlet Denmark. He is suffering from an anger upon his beloved fathers dead. Basically his father was killed by his uncle named as Claudius. After then his ancle get marriage with his mother named as Gertrude.
One day a cold winter night his fathers soul came to meet Hamlet and state that he was killed by Claudius. Hamlet shocked and decided to take a revenge of his father. But he afraid and confused that how his uncle can kill his father. Hamlet pretends to crazy and think continuously about how to retaliate against the person who is responsible for this brutal murder.
He then decide to perform a ply as like his father dead which help him to determining whether his uncle feel guilt or not. After this play Hamlet is clear that Claudius is murderer of his father. He is then goes to kill his uncle. But hamlet is did no do so because he is praying. suddenly Claudius kills his mother and then he kill him along with his girlfriend Ophelia and her father Polonius. After sometimes Hamlet is killed by Claudius niece and then finally the whole Denmark Royal family is death.
“William Shakespeare” is well-known for his creative writing. He adopted an engaging and concise writing style in his book “Hamlet”. He explains in-depth themes including love, revenge, justice and madness in a professional way that can inspire all kind of reders. He placed plot, characters, storylines and closing and ending points of this book in an accurate manner that attract a huge numbers of readers with the rest of entire world.
He prefers to use simple sentences, words and vocabularies along with he avoid extra jargons for the sake of boost up the understanding level of his readers. “William Shakespeare” explain the complex and complicated methods, analysis and reasons in an approachable and concise manner with the aim to convey his message in an easy way.
“Hamlet” received mostly positive comments from its readers since its publication. This book was popular among its readers because of its in-depth themes, well-developed plots and moral and ethical lesions. It also has been praised for its complex but well-developed characters, attractive language and satisfactory opening and closing points. It has been translated in to 80 various languages and it also has been sold 10 billion copies worldwide since its publication.
“Hamlet” is driven by “William Shakespeare” is an interesting and catchy play that is rely on love, anger, justice, revenge and practical life happenings. In this book finally he find his fathers murderer and then he took a revenge but unfortunately he was also killed. The author did explain most difficult methods, characters and themes in a simple and concise way. During writing this story the author showed his consciousness about his storylines and language.
He avoided to use complicated dialogues and vocabularies. The in-depth research of author, well-developed characters and plot, engaging writing and storytelling style along with peaceful landings of opening and closing points make this book more favorable and approachable to all kinds of readers. This book is suitable for adult and mature readers. I highly recommended this book to all of them who love to read drama and tragedy books.
Q: What is the story Hamlet about?
Hamlet is revolved around a story of a prince whose father was killed by his uncle.
Q: Is Hamlet a tragedy or a comedy?
Hamlet is a tragedy play
Q: What are the main points of Hamlet?
This play is based on revenge and justice
Q: What time period is Hamlet set?
It was set in 1300s and 1400s.
Q: Did Hamlet has any girlfriend in this play?
Yes, Ophelia is Hamlets girlfriend.
Q: Is Hamlet ok for kids?
No, due to various reasons this play is suitable for only mature and adult readers. | 1,049 | ENGLISH | 1 |
VOA Learning English presents America’s Presidents.
James Monroe easily won election in 1816. He had a relaxed, likeable personality and was popular with voters. In addition, many saw him as a last connection to the country’s founding generation.
Monroe had fought in George Washington’s army during the Revolutionary War against British rule.
He was a diplomat during Thomas Jefferson’s presidency and helped complete the Louisiana Purchase.
Monroe served as James Madison’s secretary of state — and briefly as his secretary of war, as well – during the War of 1812.
Voters’ positive feelings carried Monroe into office and defined his presidency.
Era of Good Feelings
When Monroe became president, the United States had just declared victory against British forces in the War of 1812. The American economy also was doing well, at least at first. And the government was mostly united under a single party.
But Monroe did have one immediate problem: He and his wife, Elizabeth, could not move into the president’s house right away. The British had burned it badly in an attack on Washington, D.C. Workers were busy making repairs.
So, Monroe decided to go on a trip. He spent the first weeks of his presidency traveling.
He went north into New England, visiting important places from the Revolutionary War or the War of 1812. Everywhere he went he reminded Americans of their shared, proud history. He even wore clothes in the old colonial style. One of Monroe’s nicknames is “the last of the cocked hats.”
Then President Monroe turned west, toward lands that white migrants were increasingly settling. They were able to move west in part because American soldiers had defeated a powerful alliance of Native American tribes.
What had been a victory for the U.S. government was a crushing loss for Native Americans. Many tribes moved farther west. Others began to lose their languages and their customs as white settlers took control.
For Monroe, however, the visit west was a positive sign of the country’s expansion.
By the time he returned to Washington, Monroe had met many Americans. He had learned for himself the geography of the country. And he had demonstrated that all parts of the U.S. could be connected by patriotism and a common federal government.
One newspaper called Monroe’s presidency the beginning of an “Era of Good Feelings.”
Four years later, Monroe won a second term even more easily than his first.
The Missouri Compromise
Yet James Monroe’s presidency had several crises.
One was the country’s first economic depression in more than 30 years.
Another was over slavery. The country had been divided over the issue since its founding. By the end of 1819, eleven states, all in the South, permitted slavery. Eleven states, all in the North, did not.
The question became: Would the new states in the West permit it?
Monroe had to face the question when settlers asked Congress permission for Missouri Territory to become a state. Many enslaved people already lived there. White settlers expected to bring more.
But a member of Congress from a Northern state proposed that Missouri could become a state only if it banned slavery. That proposal started a debate that lasted more than a year.
For the most part, the debate was not based on the moral problems with people owning other people. Instead, it involved economic and political concerns.
Northerners argued that slave-holding states had an unfair economic advantage. In addition, if Missouri entered the Union as a slave state, its lawmakers would move the balance of power toward the South.
The debate continued so long that another area asked to enter the Union. People in northern Massachusetts wanted to organize into an independent state called Maine.
After some time, lawmakers offered a compromise. They said Maine could be admitted as a free state and Missouri as a slave state. But they also made a line across a map of the country. They said Congress would not admit another slave state north of that line.
James Monroe signed into law what became known as the Missouri Compromise. It settled the issue of slavery, at least officially, in the U.S. for more than 20 years. But everyone knew that the peace between pro-slavery and anti-slavery groups was only temporary.
The Monroe Doctrine
In 1823, Monroe made one of the most important foreign policy decisions in American history. It became known as the Monroe Doctrine. It related to Spain’s colonies in Latin America.
Monroe had dealt with Spain before. In his first term, he and his secretary of state, John Quincy Adams, successfully negotiated with Spain to buy Florida for the United States.
By Monroe’s second term, Spain had also lost control of some of its former colonies in Latin America. The president became concerned that Spain’s European allies would try to help the country re-gain power. He did not want European powers interfering in areas so close to U.S. territory and so important to U.S. trade.
So Monroe gave a speech to Congress. He said the U.S. would stay out of Europe’s affairs. But he said Europe should also stay out of Latin America’s affairs.
And, Monroe declared that European powers would not be permitted to begin colonizing any area in the Western Hemisphere.
In other words, Monroe declared that the U.S. considered the entire Western Hemisphere its sphere of influence.
Historians note that Monroe did not aim for the declaration to be a major statement. But it became a base of American foreign policy and supported U.S. expansion throughout the 19th century.
James Monroe was the fourth and last president in the “Virginia Dynasty.” Except for John Adams, four of the first five American presidents were from Virginia.
Monroe and his wife returned to their home there after he left office. They had a close relationship with each other, as well as with their two surviving children, both daughters.
Unlike many politicians of his time, Monroe had brought his family with him on his travels. He also believed strongly in education for girls. When the Monroes lived in France, young Eliza Monroe attended the best school for girls in Paris.
This loving family spent as much time together as possible. So, when Elizabeth Monroe died, James Monroe was filled with sorrow. His health also began to fail.
He moved to the house of his younger daughter, Maria, in New York City. James Monroe died there one year later, at age 73.
Like two other former presidents, Monroe died on the 4th of July – America’s birthday.
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James Monroe easily won election in 1816. He had a relaxed, likeable personality and was popular with voters. In addition, many saw him as a last connection to the country’s founding generation.
Monroe had fought in George Washington’s army during the Revolutionary War against British rule.
He was a diplomat during Thomas Jefferson’s presidency and helped complete the Louisiana Purchase.
Monroe served as James Madison’s secretary of state — and briefly as his secretary of war, as well – during the War of 1812.
Voters’ positive feelings carried Monroe into office and defined his presidency.
Era of Good Feelings
When Monroe became president, the United States had just declared victory against British forces in the War of 1812. The American economy also was doing well, at least at first. And the government was mostly united under a single party.
But Monroe did have one immediate problem: He and his wife, Elizabeth, could not move into the president’s house right away. The British had burned it badly in an attack on Washington, D.C. Workers were busy making repairs.
So, Monroe decided to go on a trip. He spent the first weeks of his presidency traveling.
He went north into New England, visiting important places from the Revolutionary War or the War of 1812. Everywhere he went he reminded Americans of their shared, proud history. He even wore clothes in the old colonial style. One of Monroe’s nicknames is “the last of the cocked hats.”
Then President Monroe turned west, toward lands that white migrants were increasingly settling. They were able to move west in part because American soldiers had defeated a powerful alliance of Native American tribes.
What had been a victory for the U.S. government was a crushing loss for Native Americans. Many tribes moved farther west. Others began to lose their languages and their customs as white settlers took control.
For Monroe, however, the visit west was a positive sign of the country’s expansion.
By the time he returned to Washington, Monroe had met many Americans. He had learned for himself the geography of the country. And he had demonstrated that all parts of the U.S. could be connected by patriotism and a common federal government.
One newspaper called Monroe’s presidency the beginning of an “Era of Good Feelings.”
Four years later, Monroe won a second term even more easily than his first.
The Missouri Compromise
Yet James Monroe’s presidency had several crises.
One was the country’s first economic depression in more than 30 years.
Another was over slavery. The country had been divided over the issue since its founding. By the end of 1819, eleven states, all in the South, permitted slavery. Eleven states, all in the North, did not.
The question became: Would the new states in the West permit it?
Monroe had to face the question when settlers asked Congress permission for Missouri Territory to become a state. Many enslaved people already lived there. White settlers expected to bring more.
But a member of Congress from a Northern state proposed that Missouri could become a state only if it banned slavery. That proposal started a debate that lasted more than a year.
For the most part, the debate was not based on the moral problems with people owning other people. Instead, it involved economic and political concerns.
Northerners argued that slave-holding states had an unfair economic advantage. In addition, if Missouri entered the Union as a slave state, its lawmakers would move the balance of power toward the South.
The debate continued so long that another area asked to enter the Union. People in northern Massachusetts wanted to organize into an independent state called Maine.
After some time, lawmakers offered a compromise. They said Maine could be admitted as a free state and Missouri as a slave state. But they also made a line across a map of the country. They said Congress would not admit another slave state north of that line.
James Monroe signed into law what became known as the Missouri Compromise. It settled the issue of slavery, at least officially, in the U.S. for more than 20 years. But everyone knew that the peace between pro-slavery and anti-slavery groups was only temporary.
The Monroe Doctrine
In 1823, Monroe made one of the most important foreign policy decisions in American history. It became known as the Monroe Doctrine. It related to Spain’s colonies in Latin America.
Monroe had dealt with Spain before. In his first term, he and his secretary of state, John Quincy Adams, successfully negotiated with Spain to buy Florida for the United States.
By Monroe’s second term, Spain had also lost control of some of its former colonies in Latin America. The president became concerned that Spain’s European allies would try to help the country re-gain power. He did not want European powers interfering in areas so close to U.S. territory and so important to U.S. trade.
So Monroe gave a speech to Congress. He said the U.S. would stay out of Europe’s affairs. But he said Europe should also stay out of Latin America’s affairs.
And, Monroe declared that European powers would not be permitted to begin colonizing any area in the Western Hemisphere.
In other words, Monroe declared that the U.S. considered the entire Western Hemisphere its sphere of influence.
Historians note that Monroe did not aim for the declaration to be a major statement. But it became a base of American foreign policy and supported U.S. expansion throughout the 19th century.
James Monroe was the fourth and last president in the “Virginia Dynasty.” Except for John Adams, four of the first five American presidents were from Virginia.
Monroe and his wife returned to their home there after he left office. They had a close relationship with each other, as well as with their two surviving children, both daughters.
Unlike many politicians of his time, Monroe had brought his family with him on his travels. He also believed strongly in education for girls. When the Monroes lived in France, young Eliza Monroe attended the best school for girls in Paris.
This loving family spent as much time together as possible. So, when Elizabeth Monroe died, James Monroe was filled with sorrow. His health also began to fail.
He moved to the house of his younger daughter, Maria, in New York City. James Monroe died there one year later, at age 73.
Like two other former presidents, Monroe died on the 4th of July – America’s birthday.
I’m Kelly Jean Kelly.
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- affair - n. a matter that concerns or involves someone
- sphere of influence - n. an area of control or activity
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The Statue of Liberty was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States and is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated in 1886 and designated as a National Monument in 1924.
The neoclassical bronze sculpture was placed on what was re named Liberty Island in New York Harbour .It was designed by French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdiand its metal framework was built by Gustave Eiffel.
The statue was built in France, shipped overseas in crates, and assembled on the completed pedestal on what was then called Bedloe’s Island. The statue’s completion was marked by New York’s first ticker-tape parade and a dedication ceremony presided over by President Grover Cleveland.
The statue is a figure of Libertas, the Roman goddess of liberty. She holds a torch above her head with her right hand, and in her left hand carries a tabula ansata inscribed JULY IV MDCCLXXVI (July 4, 1776, in Roman numerals), the date of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. A broken chain and shackle lie at her feet as she walks forward, commemorating the national abolition of slavery following the American Civil War.
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The statue was built in France, shipped overseas in crates, and assembled on the completed pedestal on what was then called Bedloe’s Island. The statue’s completion was marked by New York’s first ticker-tape parade and a dedication ceremony presided over by President Grover Cleveland.
The statue is a figure of Libertas, the Roman goddess of liberty. She holds a torch above her head with her right hand, and in her left hand carries a tabula ansata inscribed JULY IV MDCCLXXVI (July 4, 1776, in Roman numerals), the date of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. A broken chain and shackle lie at her feet as she walks forward, commemorating the national abolition of slavery following the American Civil War.
After its dedication the statue became an icon of freedom and of the United States, being subsequently seen as a symbol of welcome to immigrants arriving by sea. | 290 | ENGLISH | 1 |
The massacres committed by the Axis forces have been well documented and publicized. Children are taught about the crimes, and historians have written books detailing the horrors.
But one crime barely mentioned is the horrific massacre of West African derailleurs, committed by the nation they had risked their lives to defend and protect. Many people need to be aware of this shameful act of betrayal committed by French officers against African veterans.
During WW2, colonial governments in Africa conscripted Africans to fight against the Axis forces. 80,000 alone came from French colonies in black Africa. A sizable number were from Senegal so the African forces were known as the Senegalese tirailleurs.
Their dedication to duty and bravery on the battlefield was well known with many even fighting in the French Resistance.
On May 10, 1940, Germany invaded France and by June, France had been captured. Thousands of French and African soldiers were taken prisoner. The French soldiers were sent to POW camps in Germany but the Africans were imprisoned in France, as the Nazis racial ideology frowned at “racially impure” people in their “sacred” land.
The same racist ideology led them to massacre more than 1000 African POWs.
Those imprisoned were subjected to harsh inhumane treatment for four years until the liberation of France in 1944.
On November 5, 1944, 1600 tirailleurs were sent by ship to Dakar, Senegal, arriving sixteen days later. They were then taken and housed at Camp Thiaroye, a French military base, where they would be demobilized before being sent to their respective villages. Living conditions were uncomfortable and worse still the French government was trying to cheat them, refusing to pay their full demobilization wage offering them half what was owed, while their white colleagues were being paid in full.
Naturally, the African troops were angry and when the time came for some of them to go to Bamako, Mali they refused to leave unless they were given their due.
Rather than the French government to desist from their disgraceful act, they accused the soldiers of mutiny and sent the French Regional Brigadier, Marcel Dagnan to visit the camp.
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Dagnan returned to his troops and immediately ordered an assault force to be formed to deal with the “rebellious” African troops.
On the morning of December 1, 1944, the National Gendarmerie, backed by 3 Regiments of Senegalese Tirailleurs, armored cars, and an M3 steward tank entered the camp.
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But one crime barely mentioned is the horrific massacre of West African derailleurs, committed by the nation they had risked their lives to defend and protect. Many people need to be aware of this shameful act of betrayal committed by French officers against African veterans.
During WW2, colonial governments in Africa conscripted Africans to fight against the Axis forces. 80,000 alone came from French colonies in black Africa. A sizable number were from Senegal so the African forces were known as the Senegalese tirailleurs.
Their dedication to duty and bravery on the battlefield was well known with many even fighting in the French Resistance.
On May 10, 1940, Germany invaded France and by June, France had been captured. Thousands of French and African soldiers were taken prisoner. The French soldiers were sent to POW camps in Germany but the Africans were imprisoned in France, as the Nazis racial ideology frowned at “racially impure” people in their “sacred” land.
The same racist ideology led them to massacre more than 1000 African POWs.
Those imprisoned were subjected to harsh inhumane treatment for four years until the liberation of France in 1944.
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Naturally, the African troops were angry and when the time came for some of them to go to Bamako, Mali they refused to leave unless they were given their due.
Rather than the French government to desist from their disgraceful act, they accused the soldiers of mutiny and sent the French Regional Brigadier, Marcel Dagnan to visit the camp.
Whether due to arrogance or stupidity, Dagnan was shocked that men who had endured, physical and psychological suffering fighting for his country, were angry at now being cheated by the same country.
Dagnan returned to his troops and immediately ordered an assault force to be formed to deal with the “rebellious” African troops.
On the morning of December 1, 1944, the National Gendarmerie, backed by 3 Regiments of Senegalese Tirailleurs, armored cars, and an M3 steward tank entered the camp.
Each side gives conflicting accounts of what took place next, but what is known is the French assault force massacred 400 unarmed African veterans, whose only crime was demanding their rights. In 1945, 34 surviving protesters were tried and convicted of mutiny receiving 1-10 years in jail. The families of the slain men received neither, the compensations owed to their husbands nor the pensions due to widows of fallen soldiers.
The dead were not even given a befitting burial and were buried in a mass grave.
The Thiaroye Massacre is not taught in French schools or written in their history books a film made about the incident, Camp de Thiaroye was censored in France, and France has never properly apologized for their actions.
This betrayal and injustice has never been addressed.
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Lottery, in its modern incarnation, began in the nineteen-sixties when the growing awareness of the money to be made in gambling collided with state budget crises. As Cohen explains, the economic boom of that era had been followed by a rise in population, inflation, and the costs of the Vietnam War. As a result, states found themselves unable to balance their budgets without raising taxes or cutting services, which were both highly unpopular with voters. To get around this problem, lottery advocates began promoting the lottery as a painless alternative to raising taxes or cutting programs. They began to argue that, by attracting Black numbers players, the state could raise enough money to cover a specific line item in the budget-usually education, but sometimes elder care or public parks.
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Mathematicians like Stefan Mandel have developed such a formula. It takes into account the probability that each combination will be drawn, as well as how often each combination is drawn. In addition, it accounts for the fact that people will buy more tickets if the odds are better. Thus, the lower the odds are, the more people will play, and this is a fact that lottery commissions understand very well. | 316 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Edgar Allan Poe’s personal life was fraught with tragedy, hardship, and struggle, and these experiences profoundly influenced his writing. Several aspects of his life can be traced through his literary works:
Loss of Loved Ones: Poe lost both of his biological parents at a young age and was subsequently raised by John and Frances Allan. The loss of his parents, followed by the death of his wife, Virginia, contributed to themes of death, loss, and longing in his poetry and prose, as seen in poems like “Annabel Lee” and “Lenore.”
Financial Struggles: Poe’s relationship with his foster father was turbulent, particularly regarding finances. His struggles with poverty and debt influenced his perspective on life and were reflected in his writings.
Addiction and Mental Health: Poe’s battles with alcoholism and possibly other mental health issues influenced his portrayal of madness, obsession, and despair in works like “The Tell-Tale Heart” and “The Black Cat.”
Love and Relationships: Poe’s love for his wife, Virginia, who was also his cousin, deeply affected him, especially after her death from tuberculosis. His yearning for love and the agony of loss can be found in poems like “Annabel Lee.”
Professional Life: Poe’s career as an editor, critic, and writer in a competitive literary market shaped his approach to writing. His insights into human nature and his own personal struggles were channelled into his work.
Education and Intellect: Poe’s education and natural intellect led him to explore complex psychological and philosophical themes. His interest in science and logic is evident in the analytical approach taken by characters like C. Auguste Dupin in his detective stories.
Gothic Influence: The gothic literary movement, popular during Poe’s time, coupled with his personal tragedies, helped shape the dark, eerie, and melancholic tone that permeates much of his work.
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Financial Struggles: Poe’s relationship with his foster father was turbulent, particularly regarding finances. His struggles with poverty and debt influenced his perspective on life and were reflected in his writings.
Addiction and Mental Health: Poe’s battles with alcoholism and possibly other mental health issues influenced his portrayal of madness, obsession, and despair in works like “The Tell-Tale Heart” and “The Black Cat.”
Love and Relationships: Poe’s love for his wife, Virginia, who was also his cousin, deeply affected him, especially after her death from tuberculosis. His yearning for love and the agony of loss can be found in poems like “Annabel Lee.”
Professional Life: Poe’s career as an editor, critic, and writer in a competitive literary market shaped his approach to writing. His insights into human nature and his own personal struggles were channelled into his work.
Education and Intellect: Poe’s education and natural intellect led him to explore complex psychological and philosophical themes. His interest in science and logic is evident in the analytical approach taken by characters like C. Auguste Dupin in his detective stories.
Gothic Influence: The gothic literary movement, popular during Poe’s time, coupled with his personal tragedies, helped shape the dark, eerie, and melancholic tone that permeates much of his work.
Poe’s writings often served as an outlet for his personal sufferings and obsessions. His life experiences were channelled into his art, creating works that are imbued with emotion and psychological depth. The connection between Poe’s life and his literary creations adds a layer of complexity and fascination to his works, and it may explain why his stories and poems continue to resonate with readers today. | 452 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Background from Wikipedia
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The Hawker Hurricane is a British single-seat fighter aircraft of the 1930s–40s that was designed and predominantly built by Hawker Aircraft Ltd. for service with the Royal Air Force (RAF). It was overshadowed in the public consciousness by the Supermarine Spitfire's role during the Battle of Britain in 1940, but the Hurricane inflicted 60 per cent of the losses sustained by the Luftwaffe in the engagement, and fought in all the major theatres of the Second World War.
The Hurricane was developed through several versions, into bomber-interceptors, fighter-bombers, and ground support aircraft as well as fighters. Versions designed for the Royal Navy known as the Sea Hurricane had modifications enabling operation from ships. Some were converted as catapult-launched convoy escorts. By the end of production in July 1944, 14,487 Hurricanes had been completed in Britain, Canada, Belgium and Yugoslavia. | 202 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Living Testimonies: Voices of Survivors on Holocaust Remembrance Day
On January 27, we solemnly observe International Holocaust Remembrance Day (IHRD), a day designated by the United Nations General Assembly to honor the six million Jewish victims and millions of others who perished during the Holocaust.
The significance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day transcends mere commemoration. Established with a dual purpose, it serves as both an official acknowledgment of the victims of the Nazi regime and a global platform to promote Holocaust education, aiming to prevent future acts of genocide.
The stories of those who survived wield a profound influence in the pursuit of remembrance and education. In the narratives that follow, some of Circle of Care’s Holocaust survivor clients share their wartime experiences. Their willingness to recount these stories ensures that the Holocaust remains a living memory, compelling humanity to confront the past and construct a future founded on understanding and tolerance.
All client names have been changed to protect their privacy.
Miriam was born in northeastern Poland and has fond memories of being a little girl and playing with her next-door neighbour’s two young daughters, who were around the same age as her. Miriam had two sisters, but the girls next door also felt like family. Miriam was just 13 years old when the war began and things changed. She was no longer allowed to play with her neighbours or go to school and her family was required to follow a curfew. Miriam remembers feeling confused and upset by these changes. She didn’t understand why her family was being treated as outcasts.
Her father was called to do an unknown labour job and was picked up by a wagon not long after. Miriam doesn’t know what happened to her father, but later realizes that he was likely sent to a death camp. Shortly after that, Miriam’s mother was also picked up. She told Miriam and her two sisters to go hide with her neighbours. Miriam never saw or heard from her parents again.
When the war started to get worse, their neighbour told them that they would need to leave. Miriam and her sisters connected with their cousins and went into hiding for almost five years.
One experience from this time stands out in Miriam’s memory. She remembers running through a field with her sisters and her cousins while being shot at. One of her cousins had Down Syndrome and wasn’t able to run as quickly as the others. They were being pulled along by two of her other cousins. One of Miriam’s cousins was shot and fell to the ground. Miriam remembers being told to just keep running, to leave the cousin behind, and just keep running.
“You can imagine the fear, trauma, guilt, and sadness she must have felt after experiencing this at a young age,” says Julia Szpytka, Miriam’s case manager. “But, to this day, Miriam is one of the nicest people I’ve ever met, and has this warmth about her that reminds me of a loving grandmother. I have worked with her for a few years now, and I am truly honoured to know her.”
Esther was born in a small town in Hungary, close to Budapest. She was the youngest of three daughters and she had a very happy childhood before the war started.
Esther was 10 years old when the war first broke out. She was very scared when Nazi soldiers entered her city and rounded up the Jewish people. The Jews lost their business and stores. Esther and her family were placed in a ghetto, a segregated location away from the rest of the city. She remembers having to wear a yellow star all the time. Food was scarce, and the ghetto was extremely crowded.
At some point during the war, Esther, her mother, and her two sisters were herded into cattle cars and transported to Auschwitz. She didn’t know what was happening. The days blended together but Esther thinks the trip lasted around 10 days. There was little water and no food or washroom facilities. Many in the car died during this time. Every few days, the guards would open the doors and dump the dead bodies onto the ground before moving on.
Eventually they arrived at Auschwitz. As soon as they left their cattle car, Esther was separated from her mother. She later asked someone in her barrack where her mother went. They pointed to a chimney with thick black smoke billowing out of it and said ‘that’s where your mother went.’
During her time in Auschwitz, she and the other children were woken up at 3am every day and were forced to stand outside in the winter cold for hours. If anyone brought a blanket or anything to keep them warm, they were shot.
A few times Josef Mengele, an infamous physician who conducted inhumane experiments, performed a selection from amongst the children. One day, Esther was selected because she was very little and skinny. She was taken to the barracks across the road, but when no one was looking she ran back to the barrack where her sisters were. That night, all the other children that Mengele had selected were taken to the gas chambers and killed.
Over the next few years, Esther and her sisters were transported to Dachau and then Bergen-Belsen. In April 1945, Bergen-Belsen was liberated by the British army. Unfortunately, her oldest sister passed away from typhus not long after liberation due to the poor conditions they had endured in the camps.
Esther immigrated to Canada in 1959, got married, and has two children and four grandchildren.
“Esther has told me that the experiences she went through is something she can never get over, and it’s in her mind every day. However, despite her painful history, Esther was able to continue on and build a life for herself,” says Shira Hershenfeld, Esther’s case manager. “Her story is a testament to her resilience, strength, and perseverance.”
Irene was born in Romania.
During the beginning of the war, when Irene was just seven years old, the Nazis took her father away to conduct some pharmaceutical work. He was sent home injured and died soon after as a result of his experiences.
Her mother was taken from Irene when she was young, and passed away when Irene was only 15. After this, her grandparents took her in. They ended up placing Irene in a Catholic school to hide her from the Nazis, and this proved to be successful until the war ended. After the war, Irene reunited with her grandparents, but their reunion did not last long, as both her grandparents passed away soon due to old age.
When Irene was 18, she met her husband. Together, they moved to the United States, where she worked as a medical illustrator. This career was very fulfilling for her.
Irene says her pride and joy is her family. She and her husband had one daughter. Their daughter was very ambitious and hard-working, and was accepted to Harvard on a full scholarship. Irene has three granddaughters as well.
“I’ve been working with Irene for four years now,” says Kyla Lipsman, Irene’s case manager. “She is truly an inspiration and a testament to resilience after a very traumatic childhood.”
Uri lived in Ukraine with his parents and his younger brother. When the war first started, Uri was 11 years old. While some Jewish people fled Ukraine, Uri’s family was not one of them, as his parents did not know where to go with two children. Troops moved through his town, and afterward, the bombing began. Uri’s father disappeared during this time and was never heard from again.
Uri, his mother, and brother hid in empty houses and observed the Nazis through the holes in the walls. He vividly remembers the swastika-wearing officers on motorcycles searching their town for Jews. While the Nazis were near, Uri and his family wouldn’t breathe to make sure they went unnoticed. While most of these officers followed Nazi protocol and rounded up the Jews, Uri observed that some of the officers would let some of those that were captured go free.
Many non-Jewish Ukrainians risked their lives to help Jews escape during this time. Those trying to escape would follow the train tracks to avoid getting lost. Uri’s family also tried to escape, but they were caught and taken to the ghetto. He remembers large fences with barbed wire at the top, and witnessed many deaths of people trying to escape.
The conditions in the ghetto were extremely poor. The people living in the ghetto were often beaten by guards, humiliated and starved. Typus and other diseases ran rampant. Many people died, but the Jewish people had no strength to bury anyone, and the officers did not care. Young men and women were taken from the ghetto to perform hard labour. Uri remembers counting 239 people living in the ghetto, but in the end, less than 40 people survived. He says that it’s a miracle that he himself survived.
One day, Uri was so hungry that he risked death to dig up potatoes from the garden. Unfortunately, he was caught and violently beaten up, then was put into a designated barrack to be killed the next day. A Ukrainian civilian noticed him there, came back at night and broke the lock, setting him free.
One day, Nazis came to the ghetto and took people to Pecioara (Pechora), the death camp in Romania. Uri was sent to work in the kitchens with a few other boys. One night, an SS officer told Uri to come with him. SS, short for Schutzstaffel, or Protection Squads, were the elite Nazi forces that were tasked with leading the “Final Solution,” the murder of Europe Jews. Uri thought the officer was going to kill him. The SS officer took to him to a spot where there was a hole in the fence, and told Uri to go. To this day, Uri doesn’t know why that officer helped him escape.
Uri was weak and unable to run far. He was terrified that he would be caught in the morning. Uri managed to find a home located in the woods and asked the home owners if they can spare him some food and clothing. The kind Ukrainian family helped him, and he went on the run, moving around to try to see if he could locate any family or relatives of his. He stayed in hiding for the rest of the war, always surrounded by death and fear. He recalls that as the Nazis were retreating towards the end of the war, the local river was red from all the bloodshed.
The area was liberated by Russian troops at the end of the war. Uri went on to complete his studies at university and become a professor at the University of Kiev. He immigrated to Canada in 2002.
“Uri was grateful that his story was able to be heard by our staff,” says Alla Iularji, Uri’s case manager. “Being able to share his experiences ensures that they are not forgotten.”
Jakob and Eva were born in Russia. Neither of them had an ordinary childhood. They were both under four years old when the siege of Leningrad started. The siege lasted almost three years and claimed the lives of many Leningrad residents due to starvation, disease and shelling. Both Eva and Jakob recall the bombing and the death that surrounded them.
In 1941, Eva’s father passed away due to tuberculosis. Jakob’s father went to war, leaving Jakob, his mother, and siblings behind.
Eva met Jakob when she was seven years old. The two became friends, grew up together, and later married at 18.
Before he was married, Jakob spent his time in a little jewelry store where he started his career as a jewelry maker. He became a very famous designer and jeweler in Leningrad. But, after he married Eva, she convinced Jakob to start a new life in Canada. They moved to Italy while they waited for their papers, and then continued on to Canada.
Once in Canada, Jakob found a job in a jewelry factory, where his hard work was noticed, and was later asked to take over more complex orders. Within two years, he was able to open his own jewelry store. During this time, Eva tried different career paths before finally coming across a position working with precious metals. Together, Eva and Jakob went on to create fancy and beautiful jewelry.
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On January 27, we solemnly observe International Holocaust Remembrance Day (IHRD), a day designated by the United Nations General Assembly to honor the six million Jewish victims and millions of others who perished during the Holocaust.
The significance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day transcends mere commemoration. Established with a dual purpose, it serves as both an official acknowledgment of the victims of the Nazi regime and a global platform to promote Holocaust education, aiming to prevent future acts of genocide.
The stories of those who survived wield a profound influence in the pursuit of remembrance and education. In the narratives that follow, some of Circle of Care’s Holocaust survivor clients share their wartime experiences. Their willingness to recount these stories ensures that the Holocaust remains a living memory, compelling humanity to confront the past and construct a future founded on understanding and tolerance.
All client names have been changed to protect their privacy.
Miriam was born in northeastern Poland and has fond memories of being a little girl and playing with her next-door neighbour’s two young daughters, who were around the same age as her. Miriam had two sisters, but the girls next door also felt like family. Miriam was just 13 years old when the war began and things changed. She was no longer allowed to play with her neighbours or go to school and her family was required to follow a curfew. Miriam remembers feeling confused and upset by these changes. She didn’t understand why her family was being treated as outcasts.
Her father was called to do an unknown labour job and was picked up by a wagon not long after. Miriam doesn’t know what happened to her father, but later realizes that he was likely sent to a death camp. Shortly after that, Miriam’s mother was also picked up. She told Miriam and her two sisters to go hide with her neighbours. Miriam never saw or heard from her parents again.
When the war started to get worse, their neighbour told them that they would need to leave. Miriam and her sisters connected with their cousins and went into hiding for almost five years.
One experience from this time stands out in Miriam’s memory. She remembers running through a field with her sisters and her cousins while being shot at. One of her cousins had Down Syndrome and wasn’t able to run as quickly as the others. They were being pulled along by two of her other cousins. One of Miriam’s cousins was shot and fell to the ground. Miriam remembers being told to just keep running, to leave the cousin behind, and just keep running.
“You can imagine the fear, trauma, guilt, and sadness she must have felt after experiencing this at a young age,” says Julia Szpytka, Miriam’s case manager. “But, to this day, Miriam is one of the nicest people I’ve ever met, and has this warmth about her that reminds me of a loving grandmother. I have worked with her for a few years now, and I am truly honoured to know her.”
Esther was born in a small town in Hungary, close to Budapest. She was the youngest of three daughters and she had a very happy childhood before the war started.
Esther was 10 years old when the war first broke out. She was very scared when Nazi soldiers entered her city and rounded up the Jewish people. The Jews lost their business and stores. Esther and her family were placed in a ghetto, a segregated location away from the rest of the city. She remembers having to wear a yellow star all the time. Food was scarce, and the ghetto was extremely crowded.
At some point during the war, Esther, her mother, and her two sisters were herded into cattle cars and transported to Auschwitz. She didn’t know what was happening. The days blended together but Esther thinks the trip lasted around 10 days. There was little water and no food or washroom facilities. Many in the car died during this time. Every few days, the guards would open the doors and dump the dead bodies onto the ground before moving on.
Eventually they arrived at Auschwitz. As soon as they left their cattle car, Esther was separated from her mother. She later asked someone in her barrack where her mother went. They pointed to a chimney with thick black smoke billowing out of it and said ‘that’s where your mother went.’
During her time in Auschwitz, she and the other children were woken up at 3am every day and were forced to stand outside in the winter cold for hours. If anyone brought a blanket or anything to keep them warm, they were shot.
A few times Josef Mengele, an infamous physician who conducted inhumane experiments, performed a selection from amongst the children. One day, Esther was selected because she was very little and skinny. She was taken to the barracks across the road, but when no one was looking she ran back to the barrack where her sisters were. That night, all the other children that Mengele had selected were taken to the gas chambers and killed.
Over the next few years, Esther and her sisters were transported to Dachau and then Bergen-Belsen. In April 1945, Bergen-Belsen was liberated by the British army. Unfortunately, her oldest sister passed away from typhus not long after liberation due to the poor conditions they had endured in the camps.
Esther immigrated to Canada in 1959, got married, and has two children and four grandchildren.
“Esther has told me that the experiences she went through is something she can never get over, and it’s in her mind every day. However, despite her painful history, Esther was able to continue on and build a life for herself,” says Shira Hershenfeld, Esther’s case manager. “Her story is a testament to her resilience, strength, and perseverance.”
Irene was born in Romania.
During the beginning of the war, when Irene was just seven years old, the Nazis took her father away to conduct some pharmaceutical work. He was sent home injured and died soon after as a result of his experiences.
Her mother was taken from Irene when she was young, and passed away when Irene was only 15. After this, her grandparents took her in. They ended up placing Irene in a Catholic school to hide her from the Nazis, and this proved to be successful until the war ended. After the war, Irene reunited with her grandparents, but their reunion did not last long, as both her grandparents passed away soon due to old age.
When Irene was 18, she met her husband. Together, they moved to the United States, where she worked as a medical illustrator. This career was very fulfilling for her.
Irene says her pride and joy is her family. She and her husband had one daughter. Their daughter was very ambitious and hard-working, and was accepted to Harvard on a full scholarship. Irene has three granddaughters as well.
“I’ve been working with Irene for four years now,” says Kyla Lipsman, Irene’s case manager. “She is truly an inspiration and a testament to resilience after a very traumatic childhood.”
Uri lived in Ukraine with his parents and his younger brother. When the war first started, Uri was 11 years old. While some Jewish people fled Ukraine, Uri’s family was not one of them, as his parents did not know where to go with two children. Troops moved through his town, and afterward, the bombing began. Uri’s father disappeared during this time and was never heard from again.
Uri, his mother, and brother hid in empty houses and observed the Nazis through the holes in the walls. He vividly remembers the swastika-wearing officers on motorcycles searching their town for Jews. While the Nazis were near, Uri and his family wouldn’t breathe to make sure they went unnoticed. While most of these officers followed Nazi protocol and rounded up the Jews, Uri observed that some of the officers would let some of those that were captured go free.
Many non-Jewish Ukrainians risked their lives to help Jews escape during this time. Those trying to escape would follow the train tracks to avoid getting lost. Uri’s family also tried to escape, but they were caught and taken to the ghetto. He remembers large fences with barbed wire at the top, and witnessed many deaths of people trying to escape.
The conditions in the ghetto were extremely poor. The people living in the ghetto were often beaten by guards, humiliated and starved. Typus and other diseases ran rampant. Many people died, but the Jewish people had no strength to bury anyone, and the officers did not care. Young men and women were taken from the ghetto to perform hard labour. Uri remembers counting 239 people living in the ghetto, but in the end, less than 40 people survived. He says that it’s a miracle that he himself survived.
One day, Uri was so hungry that he risked death to dig up potatoes from the garden. Unfortunately, he was caught and violently beaten up, then was put into a designated barrack to be killed the next day. A Ukrainian civilian noticed him there, came back at night and broke the lock, setting him free.
One day, Nazis came to the ghetto and took people to Pecioara (Pechora), the death camp in Romania. Uri was sent to work in the kitchens with a few other boys. One night, an SS officer told Uri to come with him. SS, short for Schutzstaffel, or Protection Squads, were the elite Nazi forces that were tasked with leading the “Final Solution,” the murder of Europe Jews. Uri thought the officer was going to kill him. The SS officer took to him to a spot where there was a hole in the fence, and told Uri to go. To this day, Uri doesn’t know why that officer helped him escape.
Uri was weak and unable to run far. He was terrified that he would be caught in the morning. Uri managed to find a home located in the woods and asked the home owners if they can spare him some food and clothing. The kind Ukrainian family helped him, and he went on the run, moving around to try to see if he could locate any family or relatives of his. He stayed in hiding for the rest of the war, always surrounded by death and fear. He recalls that as the Nazis were retreating towards the end of the war, the local river was red from all the bloodshed.
The area was liberated by Russian troops at the end of the war. Uri went on to complete his studies at university and become a professor at the University of Kiev. He immigrated to Canada in 2002.
“Uri was grateful that his story was able to be heard by our staff,” says Alla Iularji, Uri’s case manager. “Being able to share his experiences ensures that they are not forgotten.”
Jakob and Eva were born in Russia. Neither of them had an ordinary childhood. They were both under four years old when the siege of Leningrad started. The siege lasted almost three years and claimed the lives of many Leningrad residents due to starvation, disease and shelling. Both Eva and Jakob recall the bombing and the death that surrounded them.
In 1941, Eva’s father passed away due to tuberculosis. Jakob’s father went to war, leaving Jakob, his mother, and siblings behind.
Eva met Jakob when she was seven years old. The two became friends, grew up together, and later married at 18.
Before he was married, Jakob spent his time in a little jewelry store where he started his career as a jewelry maker. He became a very famous designer and jeweler in Leningrad. But, after he married Eva, she convinced Jakob to start a new life in Canada. They moved to Italy while they waited for their papers, and then continued on to Canada.
Once in Canada, Jakob found a job in a jewelry factory, where his hard work was noticed, and was later asked to take over more complex orders. Within two years, he was able to open his own jewelry store. During this time, Eva tried different career paths before finally coming across a position working with precious metals. Together, Eva and Jakob went on to create fancy and beautiful jewelry.
Circle of Care is honoured to provide care and services to approximately 1,500 clients through our Holocaust Survivor Services Program (HSSP), making us the largest Canadian grant recipient of funds from the Conference on Jewish Materials Claims Against Germany. Support for Holocaust survivors requires special understanding, knowledge and sensitivity, and nowhere is this more important than in case management. | 2,597 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Inventing is often seen as a noble pursuit, one that has brought about some of the greatest technological advancements in history. From the printing press to the smartphone, inventors have shaped the world we live in today. However, not all of them have used their power for good. In fact, some have abused their position to commit heinous crimes or perpetuate harm. Here, we take a closer look at some of the inventors who have crossed the line.
One of the most infamous inventors of all time is Thomas Edison. While Edison is known for his contributions to the field of electricity and the invention of the light bulb, he was also a ruthless businessman who used his power to crush his competitors. Edison was known for stealing the ideas of other inventors and claiming them as his own. He also engaged in smear campaigns against his competitors, using his influence to damage their reputations and undermine their businesses. Despite his questionable tactics, Edison is still celebrated today as one of the greatest inventors in history.
Another inventor who abused his power was John DeLorean. DeLorean is best known for his work on the DeLorean DMC-12, the iconic sports car featured in the “Back to the Future” movie franchise. However, DeLorean’s success was short-lived, as he was later arrested for drug trafficking. DeLorean was caught on tape agreeing to sell cocaine to an undercover FBI agent in exchange for funding for his struggling car company. Despite his criminal behavior, DeLorean is still remembered for his contributions to the automotive industry.
Perhaps one of the most disturbing cases of an inventor abusing their power is that of James Marion Sims. Sims was a 19th-century physician who is considered the father of modern gynecology. However, Sims’ accomplishments came at a great cost. Sims conducted experimental surgeries on enslaved African American women without anesthesia, believing that black women did not experience pain in the same way that white women did. Sims’ experiments were cruel and inhumane, and they resulted in the deaths of several women. Despite this, Sims is still remembered as a pioneer in his field.
Alfred Nobel made a name for himself by inventing dynamite. This invention revolutionized the construction industry, making it easier to build roads, tunnels, and other infrastructure. However, the same invention also found its way into warfare, causing massive destruction. Nobel amassed a fortune from selling explosives, but this led to public debates about the ethics of profiting from tools of destruction. To address these concerns, Nobel established the Nobel Prizes, which reward contributions to humanity. For additional information on how the Nobel Prizes came to be, check here.
Guglielmo Marconi is often credited with inventing the radio, a breakthrough that changed the way we communicate. However, his journey was not without controversy. Marconi found himself in legal battles over patents with other inventors like Nikola Tesla and Alexander Popov. These disputes cast a shadow over his achievements, raising questions about the originality of his work and whether he fairly credited the contributions of others.
Robert Oppenheimer played a key role in the development of the atomic bomb as part of the Manhattan Project during World War II. While the bomb effectively ended the war, it also obliterated the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, killing hundreds of thousands of people. This led to intense debates about the ethics of using such a devastating weapon. Oppenheimer himself later expressed regret, famously quoting from the Hindu scripture Bhagavad Gita: “Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds.”
James Watson and Francis Crick are renowned for their discovery of the DNA double helix structure, a milestone in the field of genetics. However, they faced backlash for not adequately crediting Rosalind Franklin, whose X-ray crystallography work was crucial to their discovery. Franklin’s contributions were largely overlooked during her lifetime, and it was only years later that she received the recognition she deserved.
Mark Zuckerberg, co-founder of Facebook, has also faced his share of controversies. While Facebook revolutionized social interaction online, it has been embroiled in numerous scandals involving data misuse and privacy breaches. The platform has also been criticized for its role in spreading misinformation and its impact on mental health. These issues have led to ongoing discussions about the ethical responsibilities of social media companies and whether they are doing enough to address these concerns.
Inventors are often seen as heroes, but the reality is that they are just as capable of abusing their power as anyone else. This is why it is important to be vigilant and hold them accountable for their actions. One organization that is doing just that is InventHelp.
This company provides assistance to inventors who want to bring their ideas to life. The company offers a wide range of services, including patent assistance, prototype development, and marketing support. By helping them navigate the often-complex world of product development, InventHelp is helping to ensure that new products are brought to market in a responsible and ethical manner.
While inventors who abuse their power are certainly in the minority, their actions can have a profound impact on society. This is why it is important to celebrate the ones who use their power for good while holding those who abuse their power accountable for their actions. By working together, we can ensure that inventors continue to make positive contributions to society for years to come. | <urn:uuid:15be1c2f-2028-41ef-aa48-b42120f5dd93> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://vergecampus.com/inventors-who-abused-their-power/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476396.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20240303142747-20240303172747-00354.warc.gz | en | 0.982051 | 1,100 | 3.3125 | 3 | [
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One of the most infamous inventors of all time is Thomas Edison. While Edison is known for his contributions to the field of electricity and the invention of the light bulb, he was also a ruthless businessman who used his power to crush his competitors. Edison was known for stealing the ideas of other inventors and claiming them as his own. He also engaged in smear campaigns against his competitors, using his influence to damage their reputations and undermine their businesses. Despite his questionable tactics, Edison is still celebrated today as one of the greatest inventors in history.
Another inventor who abused his power was John DeLorean. DeLorean is best known for his work on the DeLorean DMC-12, the iconic sports car featured in the “Back to the Future” movie franchise. However, DeLorean’s success was short-lived, as he was later arrested for drug trafficking. DeLorean was caught on tape agreeing to sell cocaine to an undercover FBI agent in exchange for funding for his struggling car company. Despite his criminal behavior, DeLorean is still remembered for his contributions to the automotive industry.
Perhaps one of the most disturbing cases of an inventor abusing their power is that of James Marion Sims. Sims was a 19th-century physician who is considered the father of modern gynecology. However, Sims’ accomplishments came at a great cost. Sims conducted experimental surgeries on enslaved African American women without anesthesia, believing that black women did not experience pain in the same way that white women did. Sims’ experiments were cruel and inhumane, and they resulted in the deaths of several women. Despite this, Sims is still remembered as a pioneer in his field.
Alfred Nobel made a name for himself by inventing dynamite. This invention revolutionized the construction industry, making it easier to build roads, tunnels, and other infrastructure. However, the same invention also found its way into warfare, causing massive destruction. Nobel amassed a fortune from selling explosives, but this led to public debates about the ethics of profiting from tools of destruction. To address these concerns, Nobel established the Nobel Prizes, which reward contributions to humanity. For additional information on how the Nobel Prizes came to be, check here.
Guglielmo Marconi is often credited with inventing the radio, a breakthrough that changed the way we communicate. However, his journey was not without controversy. Marconi found himself in legal battles over patents with other inventors like Nikola Tesla and Alexander Popov. These disputes cast a shadow over his achievements, raising questions about the originality of his work and whether he fairly credited the contributions of others.
Robert Oppenheimer played a key role in the development of the atomic bomb as part of the Manhattan Project during World War II. While the bomb effectively ended the war, it also obliterated the cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, killing hundreds of thousands of people. This led to intense debates about the ethics of using such a devastating weapon. Oppenheimer himself later expressed regret, famously quoting from the Hindu scripture Bhagavad Gita: “Now I am become Death, the destroyer of worlds.”
James Watson and Francis Crick are renowned for their discovery of the DNA double helix structure, a milestone in the field of genetics. However, they faced backlash for not adequately crediting Rosalind Franklin, whose X-ray crystallography work was crucial to their discovery. Franklin’s contributions were largely overlooked during her lifetime, and it was only years later that she received the recognition she deserved.
Mark Zuckerberg, co-founder of Facebook, has also faced his share of controversies. While Facebook revolutionized social interaction online, it has been embroiled in numerous scandals involving data misuse and privacy breaches. The platform has also been criticized for its role in spreading misinformation and its impact on mental health. These issues have led to ongoing discussions about the ethical responsibilities of social media companies and whether they are doing enough to address these concerns.
Inventors are often seen as heroes, but the reality is that they are just as capable of abusing their power as anyone else. This is why it is important to be vigilant and hold them accountable for their actions. One organization that is doing just that is InventHelp.
This company provides assistance to inventors who want to bring their ideas to life. The company offers a wide range of services, including patent assistance, prototype development, and marketing support. By helping them navigate the often-complex world of product development, InventHelp is helping to ensure that new products are brought to market in a responsible and ethical manner.
While inventors who abuse their power are certainly in the minority, their actions can have a profound impact on society. This is why it is important to celebrate the ones who use their power for good while holding those who abuse their power accountable for their actions. By working together, we can ensure that inventors continue to make positive contributions to society for years to come. | 1,086 | ENGLISH | 1 |
In the aftermath of Word War II, a war-torn Europe struggled to survive.
Thanks to the devastation wrought during the conflict, as well as confiscation of property to furnish equipment to armies waging total war, supplies were scarce and raw materials even scarcer.
In addition, it was difficult to get any new goods transported in since so many of the roads and train tracks had been destroyed by either Allied or Nazi forces in an effort to disrupt enemy supply lines.
Most European citizens, especially those in post-war Germany, were so poor that they didn’t even — as the old, crude-but-descriptive saying goes — “have a pot to piss in.”
So what did they do?
As it turns out, under the rule of the victorious Allies who occupied Germany at the war’s end, a solution was in plain view.
They made pots to … do their business in — and they did so using materials they already had on hand: A surplus of 100-percent steel German army helmets.
They took these helmets and fashioned them into bedpans and colanders, among other household items.
Some of these converted helmets are on display at the Dutch Resistance Museum in Amsterdam:
Now that’s ingenuity.
A German film reel dated June 2, 1946 was posted on YouTube by British Pathé TV, and it documents the story of a factory located in Fulda, Germany, as well as the process used to recycle the old helmets into household items sorely needed by the citizens of post-war Germany and Europe.
Watch the process below:
According to a Google Translate rendering of the newsreel transcript, the newly created utensils were were initially given only to refugees and bombing victims.
Presumably, as manufacture of these items increased, other citizens were given access as well.
This endeavor also created much-needed jobs for local workers, who had once worked at the very same factory manufacturing equipment for the army.
And frankly, we think using Nazi helmets as bedpans is nothing short of poetic justice.
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Thanks to the devastation wrought during the conflict, as well as confiscation of property to furnish equipment to armies waging total war, supplies were scarce and raw materials even scarcer.
In addition, it was difficult to get any new goods transported in since so many of the roads and train tracks had been destroyed by either Allied or Nazi forces in an effort to disrupt enemy supply lines.
Most European citizens, especially those in post-war Germany, were so poor that they didn’t even — as the old, crude-but-descriptive saying goes — “have a pot to piss in.”
So what did they do?
As it turns out, under the rule of the victorious Allies who occupied Germany at the war’s end, a solution was in plain view.
They made pots to … do their business in — and they did so using materials they already had on hand: A surplus of 100-percent steel German army helmets.
They took these helmets and fashioned them into bedpans and colanders, among other household items.
Some of these converted helmets are on display at the Dutch Resistance Museum in Amsterdam:
Now that’s ingenuity.
A German film reel dated June 2, 1946 was posted on YouTube by British Pathé TV, and it documents the story of a factory located in Fulda, Germany, as well as the process used to recycle the old helmets into household items sorely needed by the citizens of post-war Germany and Europe.
Watch the process below:
According to a Google Translate rendering of the newsreel transcript, the newly created utensils were were initially given only to refugees and bombing victims.
Presumably, as manufacture of these items increased, other citizens were given access as well.
This endeavor also created much-needed jobs for local workers, who had once worked at the very same factory manufacturing equipment for the army.
And frankly, we think using Nazi helmets as bedpans is nothing short of poetic justice.
What do you think about this newsreel? Like and share this story on Facebook and let us know!
Truth and Accuracy
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In a time where the struggles of the common class were ignored how did change occur? In order to answer this question one must understand the issues themselves. During the Industrial Era America was in a so called “golden era”. The nation was on the rise with urbanization and industrialization increasing each day but with this progress came a price. The working conditions were horrendous, employees were paid very little for their long hours and their home lives were even worse. There seemed to be no stopping big business until the Progressive Era began.
The backbone of this social movement were people called Muckrakers who were basically the whistleblowers of their time period because they worked to bring to light all of the issues that had been hidden or ignored. Some of the most famous Muckrakers of the time included Jacob Riis, Ida Tarbell and Jane Addams. Each of these people had a hand in the Progressive Era and worked to make a change in American society. Jacob Riis’s mission was to improve living conditions for immigrants was a major issue during the time as floods of people came to the states.
The use of monopoly practices was brought into the spotlight and scrutinized by people like Ida Tarbell who witnessed the destruction caused by companies like Standard Oil. Jane Addams worked to help educate and better the immigrant communities which were neglected by the general population. Each of this Muckrakers made their mark in history by illustrating the struggles of the time and using their work to help with social reform. Muckrakers were the life of the Progressive Era as they used their investigative skills and actions to bring about change whether it was to stand up for the oppressed, to fight against big business r simply to help those who could not help themselves through social reform.
Before the Progressive Era, when the Industrial Era was still ongoing, there was a flood of immigrants to the United States that were looking to start their lives over. There was such a large increase in immigrants that many tenement houses began to pop up. Tenement houses were like apartments but much more crowded with multiple large immigrant families residing in a single tenement house at one time. Immigrants lived in a constant struggle as they lived in dark, dirty and crime redeem neighborhoods because they couldn’t afford to go anywhere on their small wages.
Jacob Riis had went through the same situation as a Danish immigrant which is why after he was able to work his way up to being a police journalist Riis dedicated his life to helping to improve the lives of immigrants. He studied photography and used his skills to document the slums of New York in order to show the upper classes of New York how the lower classes lived. He placed all of his photos into a single book called ” How the Other Half Lives”. When the the middle/upper classes of New York were able to visually see what people of less privileged they were shocked realize how deplorable tenement and lodging houses were.
Riis made a big impact on New York with the help of his friend then Police Commissioner Theodore Roosevelt. Roosevelt was able to shut down the worst of the lodging houses and pushed city officials to fix and enforce housing policies. He even said this about his friend Riis “The countless evils which lurk in the dark corners of our civic institutions, which stalk abroad in the slums, and have their permanent abode in the crowded tenement houses, have met in Mr. Riis the most formidable opponent every encountered by them in New York City.
Riis spent much of his career representing the underappreciated and forgotten immigrants through he photographs and was unrelenting in his quest, never backing down. The phrase a picture is worth a thousand words rang true as his work spurred on the immigrant housing reforms. Another crusader for the under represented was Ida Tarbell who’s work also helped to protect the common man’s business. As a growing child Tarbell’s father owned a small oil refinery in Western Pennsylvania. During the same time frame Standard Oil was taking off using it’s less than savory methods.
J. D Rockefeller and a major railroad company had made a secret pact for the company to only buy oil from Standard Oil. The consolidation of the railroad industry by Rockefeller was just another monopolic move but it hurt many of the smaller oil businesses like Tarbell’s father’s refinery which they almost lost because of this deal. The bitter memory of how her family struggled after the greedy practices of big business is what lead her to investigate and expose the Standard Oil company’s history to show how monopolization negatively affects people.
She recorded all of her scathing discoveries in her book “The History of the Standard Oil Company “ which was filled with evidence of how the oil company used unethical methods like horizontal integration that ultimately hurt the middle working class. Around the time that the Sherman Antitrust act went into effect was the same time that her book was used as evidence in court against the Standard Oil Company. The interview accounts, company records, and other facts supporting that Rockefeller was in violation of the Sherman Antitrust Act helped force Standard Oil to break apart.
Her work was essential to the Progressive Era because by taking take such a huge company she was also able to take down the practice of monopoly which had been present throughout all of the Industrial Era. The revelations from “The History of the Standard Oil Company served to rock the greedy system of business at the time and protect the lower class from monopolization, Ida Tarbell’s work made her one of the most well known Muckrakers. Another famous Muckraker was Jane Addams who seemed to fight for as many causes as she could.
She spoke about for the rights of the blacks and suffragettes but, she is best known for her work with immigrants. Her desire to make the lives other others better came from her childhood. When she was young her mother had died and her fathered was constantly shipped out due to the war at the time living her to grow up relatively alone. Jane strived to find peace for others because she experienced how war could tear people apart. One her greatest accomplishments was the creation of her Hull House for immigrants, she had been inspired by the Toynbee Hall settlement house in London.
The Hull House house was a place where the immigrant community could come together to discuss their issues and help to deal with any problems occuring the neighborhood. The establishment eventually grew to be a place where immigrants could socialize, get an education (both children and adults) and other extracurriculars like drama and acting. Her reach spanned beyond just helping the immigrant community she made an effort to help all of Chicago. Jane later became the president and of a school and a number of charities.
She investigated drug consumption, sanitation and transportation of milk. Thought Jane was not a part of the immigrant community herself and was originally from a well off family she became impassioned to help those new to this country after seeing the conditions they lived under. This included and was not limited to their long hours at the factories, the dangerous considerations they worked under, how the tenements were unsafe, and were isolated because of the lack of time they had to socialize due to work.
Jane Addams transformed her suffering into the hope of thousands of immigrants through her creation of the Hull House and work to improve the lives of the common folk. The Muckrakers were the people who saw the issues within their society that were not acknowledged by the public or not seen and brought them too light in order to make social change. They were journalist, activist and philanthropist like Jacob Riis, Ida Tarbell and Jane Addams all of whom were moved to helped the people that could not help themselves or that the normal eople would not listen to.
Jacob Riis was the catalyst to the improvement of living conditions for the immigrations due to his work “How the Other Hand Lives”. While Ida Tarbell aided in the deconstruction one of the largest monopolies of the time Standard Oil, that bleed dry the average businessman. The immigrants of Chicago were given the chance to deal with the issues plaguing their community and jump start real lives through education and socialization thanks to the Hull House and it’s founder Jane Addams.
The people that these Muckrakers defended and fought for were the people that no one wanted to listen to at the time and were the victims of the unfair treatment of the lower classes. If it had not been for the work of these Muckrakers than many of the standards and regulations that protect the regular people would not exist. The only way to make a difference, to bring about change was to strike society at its core by gathering the attention of the nation, publicity from bringing down a huge company to publishing a photo album of the lives of immigrants, the belief of using e | <urn:uuid:0ea00822-53b6-4211-9de3-b77e81252e1a> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://novelsummary.com/muckrakers-in-the-progressive-era-essay/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474360.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20240223021632-20240223051632-00420.warc.gz | en | 0.988245 | 1,821 | 3.9375 | 4 | [
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The backbone of this social movement were people called Muckrakers who were basically the whistleblowers of their time period because they worked to bring to light all of the issues that had been hidden or ignored. Some of the most famous Muckrakers of the time included Jacob Riis, Ida Tarbell and Jane Addams. Each of these people had a hand in the Progressive Era and worked to make a change in American society. Jacob Riis’s mission was to improve living conditions for immigrants was a major issue during the time as floods of people came to the states.
The use of monopoly practices was brought into the spotlight and scrutinized by people like Ida Tarbell who witnessed the destruction caused by companies like Standard Oil. Jane Addams worked to help educate and better the immigrant communities which were neglected by the general population. Each of this Muckrakers made their mark in history by illustrating the struggles of the time and using their work to help with social reform. Muckrakers were the life of the Progressive Era as they used their investigative skills and actions to bring about change whether it was to stand up for the oppressed, to fight against big business r simply to help those who could not help themselves through social reform.
Before the Progressive Era, when the Industrial Era was still ongoing, there was a flood of immigrants to the United States that were looking to start their lives over. There was such a large increase in immigrants that many tenement houses began to pop up. Tenement houses were like apartments but much more crowded with multiple large immigrant families residing in a single tenement house at one time. Immigrants lived in a constant struggle as they lived in dark, dirty and crime redeem neighborhoods because they couldn’t afford to go anywhere on their small wages.
Jacob Riis had went through the same situation as a Danish immigrant which is why after he was able to work his way up to being a police journalist Riis dedicated his life to helping to improve the lives of immigrants. He studied photography and used his skills to document the slums of New York in order to show the upper classes of New York how the lower classes lived. He placed all of his photos into a single book called ” How the Other Half Lives”. When the the middle/upper classes of New York were able to visually see what people of less privileged they were shocked realize how deplorable tenement and lodging houses were.
Riis made a big impact on New York with the help of his friend then Police Commissioner Theodore Roosevelt. Roosevelt was able to shut down the worst of the lodging houses and pushed city officials to fix and enforce housing policies. He even said this about his friend Riis “The countless evils which lurk in the dark corners of our civic institutions, which stalk abroad in the slums, and have their permanent abode in the crowded tenement houses, have met in Mr. Riis the most formidable opponent every encountered by them in New York City.
Riis spent much of his career representing the underappreciated and forgotten immigrants through he photographs and was unrelenting in his quest, never backing down. The phrase a picture is worth a thousand words rang true as his work spurred on the immigrant housing reforms. Another crusader for the under represented was Ida Tarbell who’s work also helped to protect the common man’s business. As a growing child Tarbell’s father owned a small oil refinery in Western Pennsylvania. During the same time frame Standard Oil was taking off using it’s less than savory methods.
J. D Rockefeller and a major railroad company had made a secret pact for the company to only buy oil from Standard Oil. The consolidation of the railroad industry by Rockefeller was just another monopolic move but it hurt many of the smaller oil businesses like Tarbell’s father’s refinery which they almost lost because of this deal. The bitter memory of how her family struggled after the greedy practices of big business is what lead her to investigate and expose the Standard Oil company’s history to show how monopolization negatively affects people.
She recorded all of her scathing discoveries in her book “The History of the Standard Oil Company “ which was filled with evidence of how the oil company used unethical methods like horizontal integration that ultimately hurt the middle working class. Around the time that the Sherman Antitrust act went into effect was the same time that her book was used as evidence in court against the Standard Oil Company. The interview accounts, company records, and other facts supporting that Rockefeller was in violation of the Sherman Antitrust Act helped force Standard Oil to break apart.
Her work was essential to the Progressive Era because by taking take such a huge company she was also able to take down the practice of monopoly which had been present throughout all of the Industrial Era. The revelations from “The History of the Standard Oil Company served to rock the greedy system of business at the time and protect the lower class from monopolization, Ida Tarbell’s work made her one of the most well known Muckrakers. Another famous Muckraker was Jane Addams who seemed to fight for as many causes as she could.
She spoke about for the rights of the blacks and suffragettes but, she is best known for her work with immigrants. Her desire to make the lives other others better came from her childhood. When she was young her mother had died and her fathered was constantly shipped out due to the war at the time living her to grow up relatively alone. Jane strived to find peace for others because she experienced how war could tear people apart. One her greatest accomplishments was the creation of her Hull House for immigrants, she had been inspired by the Toynbee Hall settlement house in London.
The Hull House house was a place where the immigrant community could come together to discuss their issues and help to deal with any problems occuring the neighborhood. The establishment eventually grew to be a place where immigrants could socialize, get an education (both children and adults) and other extracurriculars like drama and acting. Her reach spanned beyond just helping the immigrant community she made an effort to help all of Chicago. Jane later became the president and of a school and a number of charities.
She investigated drug consumption, sanitation and transportation of milk. Thought Jane was not a part of the immigrant community herself and was originally from a well off family she became impassioned to help those new to this country after seeing the conditions they lived under. This included and was not limited to their long hours at the factories, the dangerous considerations they worked under, how the tenements were unsafe, and were isolated because of the lack of time they had to socialize due to work.
Jane Addams transformed her suffering into the hope of thousands of immigrants through her creation of the Hull House and work to improve the lives of the common folk. The Muckrakers were the people who saw the issues within their society that were not acknowledged by the public or not seen and brought them too light in order to make social change. They were journalist, activist and philanthropist like Jacob Riis, Ida Tarbell and Jane Addams all of whom were moved to helped the people that could not help themselves or that the normal eople would not listen to.
Jacob Riis was the catalyst to the improvement of living conditions for the immigrations due to his work “How the Other Hand Lives”. While Ida Tarbell aided in the deconstruction one of the largest monopolies of the time Standard Oil, that bleed dry the average businessman. The immigrants of Chicago were given the chance to deal with the issues plaguing their community and jump start real lives through education and socialization thanks to the Hull House and it’s founder Jane Addams.
The people that these Muckrakers defended and fought for were the people that no one wanted to listen to at the time and were the victims of the unfair treatment of the lower classes. If it had not been for the work of these Muckrakers than many of the standards and regulations that protect the regular people would not exist. The only way to make a difference, to bring about change was to strike society at its core by gathering the attention of the nation, publicity from bringing down a huge company to publishing a photo album of the lives of immigrants, the belief of using e | 1,772 | ENGLISH | 1 |
by Andrew Boyd
Today, Pickering's Harem. The University of Houston's College of Engineering presents this series about the machines that make our civilization run, and the people whose ingenuity created them.
Astronomer Edward Charles Pickering had a problem. He headed the Harvard Observatory in the late 19th century, and he needed to catalog the spectra of stars. Spectra are like fingerprints. A star's spectrum contains information about how hot it is, what it's made of, how luminous it is, and how fast it's moving. Helium was discovered in the spectrum of the sun before we knew the gas existed. Helium got its name from the Greek word for sun, helios.
Pickering had money to assemble the catalog of spectra from the estate of the late Henry Draper. Draper was an accomplished amateur astronomer who, in 1880, became the first person to photograph the spectrum of a star. His fascination with star spectra led his widow to establish the Henry Draper Memorial Fund at the Harvard Observatory. Pickering had access to the fund, but he needed someone to do the cataloging work. He needed cheap, educated, dependable labor. So he hired women.
The decision wasn't surprising by that time. Women's colleges had established themselves in the years prior to Pickering's project. The Harvard Annex, later to become Radcliffe, was one such school. Women were making progress in their struggle to gain educational equality with men, but they had far to go. The women Pickering hired were referred to as "Pickering's Harem." They were also called the "Harvard Computers" since their jobs required detailed mathematical calculations.
The jobs were tedious. They were repetitive. They required endless examination of photographic plates. But they also gave the women a chance to immerse themselves in data. And the women made good use of this opportunity.
Williamina Fleming discovered the famous Horsehead Nebula, and published papers on her findings. She also developed an early star classification scheme. Henrietta Leavitt observed stars that change in brightness. She then discovered how to use them to measure much longer celestial distances than ever before. Her measurement technique became the ""yardstick to the universe." Annie Jump Cannon was known for her lightening speed. She classified over two hundred and twenty-five thousand stars in her lifetime, at rates of up to three hundred per hour. She also extended earlier schemes for classifying stars. Her method, now known as the Harvard Classification Scheme, is still used today. Astronomy students remember the seven major star classes from the first letters of the words in the phrase "Oh be a fine girl – kiss me!" Cannon went on to become the first elected female member of the American Astronomical Society.
Today, it's hard for us to appreciate what women had to overcome only a century ago. Women were meant to be wives and mothers, not scientists or engineers. Fleming, Leavitt, and Cannon were allowed to participate in scientific research, but only in a limited way. They didn't pursue their own research. They completed tasks assigned by others. They were not considered the equal of the men. But they seized an opportunity, and in doing so quietly helped pave the way for future generations.
I'm Andy Boyd at the University of Houston, where we're interested in the way inventive minds work.
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Today, Pickering's Harem. The University of Houston's College of Engineering presents this series about the machines that make our civilization run, and the people whose ingenuity created them.
Astronomer Edward Charles Pickering had a problem. He headed the Harvard Observatory in the late 19th century, and he needed to catalog the spectra of stars. Spectra are like fingerprints. A star's spectrum contains information about how hot it is, what it's made of, how luminous it is, and how fast it's moving. Helium was discovered in the spectrum of the sun before we knew the gas existed. Helium got its name from the Greek word for sun, helios.
Pickering had money to assemble the catalog of spectra from the estate of the late Henry Draper. Draper was an accomplished amateur astronomer who, in 1880, became the first person to photograph the spectrum of a star. His fascination with star spectra led his widow to establish the Henry Draper Memorial Fund at the Harvard Observatory. Pickering had access to the fund, but he needed someone to do the cataloging work. He needed cheap, educated, dependable labor. So he hired women.
The decision wasn't surprising by that time. Women's colleges had established themselves in the years prior to Pickering's project. The Harvard Annex, later to become Radcliffe, was one such school. Women were making progress in their struggle to gain educational equality with men, but they had far to go. The women Pickering hired were referred to as "Pickering's Harem." They were also called the "Harvard Computers" since their jobs required detailed mathematical calculations.
The jobs were tedious. They were repetitive. They required endless examination of photographic plates. But they also gave the women a chance to immerse themselves in data. And the women made good use of this opportunity.
Williamina Fleming discovered the famous Horsehead Nebula, and published papers on her findings. She also developed an early star classification scheme. Henrietta Leavitt observed stars that change in brightness. She then discovered how to use them to measure much longer celestial distances than ever before. Her measurement technique became the ""yardstick to the universe." Annie Jump Cannon was known for her lightening speed. She classified over two hundred and twenty-five thousand stars in her lifetime, at rates of up to three hundred per hour. She also extended earlier schemes for classifying stars. Her method, now known as the Harvard Classification Scheme, is still used today. Astronomy students remember the seven major star classes from the first letters of the words in the phrase "Oh be a fine girl – kiss me!" Cannon went on to become the first elected female member of the American Astronomical Society.
Today, it's hard for us to appreciate what women had to overcome only a century ago. Women were meant to be wives and mothers, not scientists or engineers. Fleming, Leavitt, and Cannon were allowed to participate in scientific research, but only in a limited way. They didn't pursue their own research. They completed tasks assigned by others. They were not considered the equal of the men. But they seized an opportunity, and in doing so quietly helped pave the way for future generations.
I'm Andy Boyd at the University of Houston, where we're interested in the way inventive minds work.
Edward Charles Pickering. Accessed March 25, 2008, from Wikipedia
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a saint of the Romish calendar, founder of the order of "Dominicans." His name was Domingo de Guzman, and he was born in 1170 at Calahorra, Spain. He completed his education at the University of Palentia, in 1193 was made canon of the cathedral of Osma, and in 1198 a priest and archdeacon. He subsequently became known as an eloquent preacher, and was sent on missions to various parts of Spain, and into France. Having had his zeal inflamed by the progress of the Albigenses, he bent all his energies to their conversion. Finding his own efforts insufficient, he appears to have conceived the idea of founding an order of preaching friars, whose special duty should be the conversion of heretics; and about the commencement of the 13th century he began to carry his purpose into effect. He soon found numerous volunteers to his new order, and, to disarm opposition, he and his followers adopted the rule of St. Augustine. As a distinct order, they did not, however, receive the formal verbal approval of the pope, Innocent III, till 1215. (See Dominicans).
Dominic did not, however, trust for the uprooting of heresy simply to his own preaching and that of his followers. Finding that his eloquence failed to convert the Albigenses, he, with the papal legates, Peter of Castelnau and Rainier of Raoul, obtained permission of Innocent III to hold courts, before which they might summon by authority of the pope, and without reference to the local bishops, any individuals suspected of heresy, and inflict upon them, if obstinate, capital punishment, or otherwise any lesser penalty. Peter of Castelnau, who had made himself especially obnoxious by his severity, was killed at Toulouse in 1208; and then was proclaimed by the pope, at the instigation of Dominic, that fearful 'crusade,' as it was designated by Innocent, to which all the barons of France were summoned, and which, under the captaincy of De Montfort, led to the slaughter of so many thousands of these so-called heretics. (See Albigenses).
Dominic himself, it has been said, was not personally cruel; but towards heretics he had no compassion, and it is certain that, so far from attempting to lessen the horrible slaughter, he did what he could to stimulate it. Dominic is very frequently said to have been the founder of the Inquisition, but this is an error. He and his companions in the commission to examine and punish the Albigenses were commonly called 'Inquisitors,' but their commission was merely local and temporary. The 'Holy Office' was not formally established till 1233, when Gregory IX laid down the rules and defined the jurisdiction of the courts, which he appointed for various countries under the name of 'Inquisitorial Missions.' It is, however, worthy of notice that the chief inquisitor was a Dominican monk, Pietro de Verona, and that the governance of the Inquisition was placed pretty much in the hands of the Dominicans. The Romish accounts make Dominic a miracle-worker even to the extent of raising the dead to life, as in the case of a young nobleman named Napoleon, at Rome, on the Ash-Wednesday of 1218, and by other miracles. Dominic died at Bologna in 1221. He was canonized by pope Gregory IX on July 3, 1234: the Church of Rome keeps his festival on August 4. Dominic is said to have written some commentaries upon St. Matthew, St. Paul, and the canonical epistles, but they have not come down to us." — English Cyclopaedia; Butler, Lives of Saints, August 4; Acta Sanctorum, Aug. 1:545 sq.; Lacordaire, Vie de S. Dominique (Bruxelles, 1848), and OEuvres (Paris, 1864), volume 1. | <urn:uuid:4632bacd-4ff3-44db-ad24-5ac861e57f36> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://wiki.bibleportal.com/page/Dominic | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474670.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20240227021813-20240227051813-00267.warc.gz | en | 0.984241 | 823 | 3.3125 | 3 | [
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Dominic did not, however, trust for the uprooting of heresy simply to his own preaching and that of his followers. Finding that his eloquence failed to convert the Albigenses, he, with the papal legates, Peter of Castelnau and Rainier of Raoul, obtained permission of Innocent III to hold courts, before which they might summon by authority of the pope, and without reference to the local bishops, any individuals suspected of heresy, and inflict upon them, if obstinate, capital punishment, or otherwise any lesser penalty. Peter of Castelnau, who had made himself especially obnoxious by his severity, was killed at Toulouse in 1208; and then was proclaimed by the pope, at the instigation of Dominic, that fearful 'crusade,' as it was designated by Innocent, to which all the barons of France were summoned, and which, under the captaincy of De Montfort, led to the slaughter of so many thousands of these so-called heretics. (See Albigenses).
Dominic himself, it has been said, was not personally cruel; but towards heretics he had no compassion, and it is certain that, so far from attempting to lessen the horrible slaughter, he did what he could to stimulate it. Dominic is very frequently said to have been the founder of the Inquisition, but this is an error. He and his companions in the commission to examine and punish the Albigenses were commonly called 'Inquisitors,' but their commission was merely local and temporary. The 'Holy Office' was not formally established till 1233, when Gregory IX laid down the rules and defined the jurisdiction of the courts, which he appointed for various countries under the name of 'Inquisitorial Missions.' It is, however, worthy of notice that the chief inquisitor was a Dominican monk, Pietro de Verona, and that the governance of the Inquisition was placed pretty much in the hands of the Dominicans. The Romish accounts make Dominic a miracle-worker even to the extent of raising the dead to life, as in the case of a young nobleman named Napoleon, at Rome, on the Ash-Wednesday of 1218, and by other miracles. Dominic died at Bologna in 1221. He was canonized by pope Gregory IX on July 3, 1234: the Church of Rome keeps his festival on August 4. Dominic is said to have written some commentaries upon St. Matthew, St. Paul, and the canonical epistles, but they have not come down to us." — English Cyclopaedia; Butler, Lives of Saints, August 4; Acta Sanctorum, Aug. 1:545 sq.; Lacordaire, Vie de S. Dominique (Bruxelles, 1848), and OEuvres (Paris, 1864), volume 1. | 864 | ENGLISH | 1 |
The first mention of Midian in the Bible is found in the book of Genesis. It is a country located in the eastern part of the Sinai Peninsula, and it is the country where Moses was welcomed and married his wife, Zipporah. Midian is a significant region in the early biblical narrative and is associated with several important characters, such as Moses, Jethro, and even Joseph.
Midian is mentioned in the bible as a place of refuge. After escaping from Egypt with his people, Moses made his way to Midian and Jethro’s land. Here, Moses met his wife, Zipporah, and it is here that he lived for 40 years. Midian was the home of Jethro, an influential figure to the Israelites and to Moses himself. It was through him that Moses received his divine call to lead the Israelites to their liberation.
Midian is also significant in the biblical narrative of Joseph. The Midianites were sold Joseph as a slave to Egypt, thus setting off a chain of events which lead to Joseph taking power in Egypt and ensuring the survival of his family. According to the Bible, the Midianites, who did not have a centralized government, were a free people and a peaceful one.
The second main role of Midian in the Bible is after the Israelite’s exodus from Egypt. When the Israelites entered the land of Canaan, Midian acted as a buffer zone between the Israelites and the other Canaanite nations. The Israelites had several encounters with the Midianites during the conquest of the Promised Land.
When Moses fled from Egypt to Midian, he was given a new name as Horeb. Horeb is also known as Sinai, and it was from this mountain that Moses was given instructions from God to lead the Israelites out of Egypt.
Midian was also the place where Gideon was called by God. Gideon’s acts of faith happened in Midian and he was given the task of leading the Israelites against the Midianites. In the battle, he was outnumbered but won through the strength of faith and God’s help.
Midian was also the place where Moses and his brother Aaron went to spread the message of God and obedience to the Ten Commandments. They were successful in this mission and the Ten Commandments were inscribed on stone tablets that were carried down from the mountain in Midian.
Who Was Jethro?
Jethro was an important figure in the bible and was associated with Midian. He was a priest, a father-in-law to Moses, and a spiritual leader for the Israelites. Jethro was the one who advised Moses in setting up judges for the people and for the efficient running of the government of the Israelites. Jethro’s advice was wise and helped the Israelites to establish a strong nation.
Jethro was a Midianite and his association with Midian is significant in that he is the one who took Moses in when he was fleeing from Egypt. Jethro’s care for Moses and his guidance to the Israelites is unmistakable in the Bible and cannot be separated from the story of Midian.
Jethro converted to monotheism, which was unheard of among his own people and also unheard of in other nations at the time. His devotion to a single God is seen as an important development in religion and is still tracked today.
Jethro gave Moses blessing to the Israelites and with his parting words encouraged them to obey the Ten Commandments and remain peaceful. Jethro’s role in the bible and in the history of Midian is an important one, and he forms an integral part of the story of Moses.
What is the Significance of Midian Today?
Today, Midian is still an important part of biblical history and culture. It is a reminder of the struggles and triumphs of the Israelites, and a reminder of God’s mercy and love for them. Midian is also a reminder of the faithfulness of Jethro and of Moses’ humble beginnings.
Midian is also a reminder of the peace and prosperity that God grants to those who serve Him faithfully and obey His commands. Its biblical story is still a source of inspiration to many today, and it is a reminder of the power of faith and obedience.
Today, Midian is referenced in the bible to illustrate the power of faith and obedience. Its story is still a source of inspiration for many and a reminder of God’s mercy and love for His people. Midian is a reminder of the blessings that God confers upon those who follow Him, and it is a reminder of the power of His Word.
What is the Midianite Conflict?
The Midianites were enemies of the Israelites in the past and they played an important role in the Book of Judges. The Midianites were Canaanites and they were enemies of the Israelites. The Midianites constantly harassed the Israelites and drove them away from their fertile land. In response, the Israelites went to war with the Midianites and eventually won because of the power of faith and God’s miraculous interventions.
The Israelites also had several other battles against the Midianites, which were included in the book of Judges. These battles were fought over control of certain cities and other territories. The Israelites were eventually victorious, and with the power of faith, their gods, and God’s miraculous interventions, they emerged triumphant.
The Midianite Conflict is important in that it serves as a reminder of God’s mercy and power and how He provides for and guides His people. It is also a reminder of the power of faith and how it can help us to overcome any obstacle and achieve our goals.
What is the Midrash of Midian?
The Midrash of Midian is a literary work composed of interpretations and elaborations regarding the midrash of the biblical narrative of Midian. The Midrash of Midian is a retelling of the story of Midian, focusing on its themes of faith, obedience, and obedience to the Law. It covers the stories of both Moses’ journey to Midian and his experience with Jethro, as well as Joseph’s sale as a slave and God’s miraculous liberation from slavery.
The Midrash of Midian is an important work in that it elaborates upon the themes of faith, obedience and obedience to the Law as experienced in the Midian. It also is a reminder of how God’s miraculous intervention freed Joseph from slavery, how God’s power is much higher than any physical constraints, and how faith and obedience are essential for true liberation.
The Midrash of Midian is an invaluable work for those who want to understand and appreciate the story of Midian. It is a reminder of the importance of faith and obedience to the Law, as well as a reminder of God’s power and mercy.
What is the Significance of Midian in the Quran?
Midian’s significance in the Quran is similar to its significance in the Bible. Midian is the place where Moses was asked to lead the Israelites out of slavery. It is also the place where Moses fasted for forty days and nights and went on to receive the Ten Commandments. The Quran also mentions Midian as the place where devil took advantage of Moses and tested him.
The Quran also references the power of faith and obedience that was shown by the Midianites. The Quran also mentions the battles between the Midianites and the Israelites and the power of faith that was required for the Israelites to overcome their enemies. The Quran also explains the importance of obedience to the law and how it is necessary for true salvation and liberation.
Midian’s significance in the Quran is a reminder of the power of faith and obedience to the law. It is also a reminder of God’s mercy and love for His people, and of the blessings that come with being faithful and obedient.
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0.45943909883499146... | 1 | The first mention of Midian in the Bible is found in the book of Genesis. It is a country located in the eastern part of the Sinai Peninsula, and it is the country where Moses was welcomed and married his wife, Zipporah. Midian is a significant region in the early biblical narrative and is associated with several important characters, such as Moses, Jethro, and even Joseph.
Midian is mentioned in the bible as a place of refuge. After escaping from Egypt with his people, Moses made his way to Midian and Jethro’s land. Here, Moses met his wife, Zipporah, and it is here that he lived for 40 years. Midian was the home of Jethro, an influential figure to the Israelites and to Moses himself. It was through him that Moses received his divine call to lead the Israelites to their liberation.
Midian is also significant in the biblical narrative of Joseph. The Midianites were sold Joseph as a slave to Egypt, thus setting off a chain of events which lead to Joseph taking power in Egypt and ensuring the survival of his family. According to the Bible, the Midianites, who did not have a centralized government, were a free people and a peaceful one.
The second main role of Midian in the Bible is after the Israelite’s exodus from Egypt. When the Israelites entered the land of Canaan, Midian acted as a buffer zone between the Israelites and the other Canaanite nations. The Israelites had several encounters with the Midianites during the conquest of the Promised Land.
When Moses fled from Egypt to Midian, he was given a new name as Horeb. Horeb is also known as Sinai, and it was from this mountain that Moses was given instructions from God to lead the Israelites out of Egypt.
Midian was also the place where Gideon was called by God. Gideon’s acts of faith happened in Midian and he was given the task of leading the Israelites against the Midianites. In the battle, he was outnumbered but won through the strength of faith and God’s help.
Midian was also the place where Moses and his brother Aaron went to spread the message of God and obedience to the Ten Commandments. They were successful in this mission and the Ten Commandments were inscribed on stone tablets that were carried down from the mountain in Midian.
Who Was Jethro?
Jethro was an important figure in the bible and was associated with Midian. He was a priest, a father-in-law to Moses, and a spiritual leader for the Israelites. Jethro was the one who advised Moses in setting up judges for the people and for the efficient running of the government of the Israelites. Jethro’s advice was wise and helped the Israelites to establish a strong nation.
Jethro was a Midianite and his association with Midian is significant in that he is the one who took Moses in when he was fleeing from Egypt. Jethro’s care for Moses and his guidance to the Israelites is unmistakable in the Bible and cannot be separated from the story of Midian.
Jethro converted to monotheism, which was unheard of among his own people and also unheard of in other nations at the time. His devotion to a single God is seen as an important development in religion and is still tracked today.
Jethro gave Moses blessing to the Israelites and with his parting words encouraged them to obey the Ten Commandments and remain peaceful. Jethro’s role in the bible and in the history of Midian is an important one, and he forms an integral part of the story of Moses.
What is the Significance of Midian Today?
Today, Midian is still an important part of biblical history and culture. It is a reminder of the struggles and triumphs of the Israelites, and a reminder of God’s mercy and love for them. Midian is also a reminder of the faithfulness of Jethro and of Moses’ humble beginnings.
Midian is also a reminder of the peace and prosperity that God grants to those who serve Him faithfully and obey His commands. Its biblical story is still a source of inspiration to many today, and it is a reminder of the power of faith and obedience.
Today, Midian is referenced in the bible to illustrate the power of faith and obedience. Its story is still a source of inspiration for many and a reminder of God’s mercy and love for His people. Midian is a reminder of the blessings that God confers upon those who follow Him, and it is a reminder of the power of His Word.
What is the Midianite Conflict?
The Midianites were enemies of the Israelites in the past and they played an important role in the Book of Judges. The Midianites were Canaanites and they were enemies of the Israelites. The Midianites constantly harassed the Israelites and drove them away from their fertile land. In response, the Israelites went to war with the Midianites and eventually won because of the power of faith and God’s miraculous interventions.
The Israelites also had several other battles against the Midianites, which were included in the book of Judges. These battles were fought over control of certain cities and other territories. The Israelites were eventually victorious, and with the power of faith, their gods, and God’s miraculous interventions, they emerged triumphant.
The Midianite Conflict is important in that it serves as a reminder of God’s mercy and power and how He provides for and guides His people. It is also a reminder of the power of faith and how it can help us to overcome any obstacle and achieve our goals.
What is the Midrash of Midian?
The Midrash of Midian is a literary work composed of interpretations and elaborations regarding the midrash of the biblical narrative of Midian. The Midrash of Midian is a retelling of the story of Midian, focusing on its themes of faith, obedience, and obedience to the Law. It covers the stories of both Moses’ journey to Midian and his experience with Jethro, as well as Joseph’s sale as a slave and God’s miraculous liberation from slavery.
The Midrash of Midian is an important work in that it elaborates upon the themes of faith, obedience and obedience to the Law as experienced in the Midian. It also is a reminder of how God’s miraculous intervention freed Joseph from slavery, how God’s power is much higher than any physical constraints, and how faith and obedience are essential for true liberation.
The Midrash of Midian is an invaluable work for those who want to understand and appreciate the story of Midian. It is a reminder of the importance of faith and obedience to the Law, as well as a reminder of God’s power and mercy.
What is the Significance of Midian in the Quran?
Midian’s significance in the Quran is similar to its significance in the Bible. Midian is the place where Moses was asked to lead the Israelites out of slavery. It is also the place where Moses fasted for forty days and nights and went on to receive the Ten Commandments. The Quran also mentions Midian as the place where devil took advantage of Moses and tested him.
The Quran also references the power of faith and obedience that was shown by the Midianites. The Quran also mentions the battles between the Midianites and the Israelites and the power of faith that was required for the Israelites to overcome their enemies. The Quran also explains the importance of obedience to the law and how it is necessary for true salvation and liberation.
Midian’s significance in the Quran is a reminder of the power of faith and obedience to the law. It is also a reminder of God’s mercy and love for His people, and of the blessings that come with being faithful and obedient.
Midian plays an important role in the Bible, Quran and Jewish history and culture. It is a reminder of the power of faith, obedience and obedience to the law, and of God’s mercy and love for His people. Midian is an important part of the story of Moses and is an important reminder of the importance of faith and obedience today. | 1,685 | ENGLISH | 1 |
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Who was Maximinus Thrax, the first soldier-emperor of Rome?
If you are interested in the history of the Roman Empire, you may have heard of Maximinus Thrax, the first emperor who rose from the ranks of the army to the throne. His reign was short and turbulent, marked by wars, rebellions and assassinations. But who was this man, and what did he accomplish?
Maximinus Thrax was born around 173 CE in Thrace or Moesia, a region that today covers parts of Bulgaria, Turkey and Romania. His original name was Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus, and he came from humble origins. His father was an accountant in the governor’s office, and his ancestors were Carpi, a Dacian tribe that lived near the Danube river. He was of large stature and immense strength, which earned him the nickname “Thrax” or “the Thracian”.
He joined the Roman army as a young man and quickly distinguished himself by his bravery and skill. He fought under several emperors, including Septimius Severus, Caracalla and Severus Alexander. He rose to the command of the Legio IV Italica, stationed on the Rhine frontier. He was popular among his soldiers and respected by his enemies.
In 235 CE, he was involved in a plot to overthrow Severus Alexander, who was seen as weak and corrupt by many in the army. He was proclaimed emperor by his troops after they killed Alexander and his mother Julia Mamaea near Mainz. He became the first emperor who was neither a senator nor an equestrian, breaking the tradition of the Severan dynasty.
Maximinus Thrax faced many challenges as emperor. He had to deal with invasions by Germanic tribes on the Rhine and Danube borders, as well as by Persians in the east. He also had to cope with unrest and opposition from the Senate and the people of Rome, who resented his military background and his harsh taxation policies. He never visited Rome during his reign, preferring to stay on campaign with his army.
His reign came to an end in 238 CE, a year known as the Year of the Six Emperors. A revolt broke out in Africa, where two wealthy landowners, Gordian I and Gordian II, declared themselves emperors with the support of the local population and some senators. Maximinus Thrax sent his loyal governor of Numidia, Capelianus, to crush the rebellion, but he was defeated and killed by Gordian II’s forces.
The Senate seized this opportunity to depose Maximinus Thrax and recognize Gordian I and Gordian II as co-emperors. However, their rule was short-lived, as they both died within a month of each other. The Senate then appointed two new emperors, Pupienus and Balbinus, who were supposed to share power with Gordian III, the grandson of Gordian I.
Maximinus Thrax did not accept this situation and marched towards Rome with his army to reclaim his throne. He reached Aquileia, a fortified city near the Adriatic coast, where he met fierce resistance from the defenders. He besieged the city for several months, but failed to capture it. His army became frustrated and demoralized by the lack of progress and supplies. They also heard rumors that Pupienus and Balbinus had bribed some of their officers to betray Maximinus Thrax.
In June 238 CE, a mutiny erupted among Maximinus Thrax’s soldiers. They stormed his tent and killed him and his son Maximus, who had been made Caesar by his father. They cut off their heads and sent them to Rome as a sign of their loyalty to Pupienus and Balbinus. However, their gesture did not save them from punishment. The Senate declared them enemies of the state and ordered their execution.
Maximinus Thrax’s reign was brief but significant. He was the first of a series of “barracks emperors” who came to power through military coups during the Crisis of the Third Century. He also initiated a period of civil war and instability that lasted for half a century. He was a formidable warrior and leader, but also a ruthless tyrant and oppressor. His legacy is controversial and debated among historians. | <urn:uuid:4623ea46-74db-4d64-a273-6c0467209baf> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://numiscurio.com/artist/maximinus-i-thrax/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475897.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302184020-20240302214020-00362.warc.gz | en | 0.99066 | 931 | 3.515625 | 4 | [
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Who was Maximinus Thrax, the first soldier-emperor of Rome?
If you are interested in the history of the Roman Empire, you may have heard of Maximinus Thrax, the first emperor who rose from the ranks of the army to the throne. His reign was short and turbulent, marked by wars, rebellions and assassinations. But who was this man, and what did he accomplish?
Maximinus Thrax was born around 173 CE in Thrace or Moesia, a region that today covers parts of Bulgaria, Turkey and Romania. His original name was Gaius Julius Verus Maximinus, and he came from humble origins. His father was an accountant in the governor’s office, and his ancestors were Carpi, a Dacian tribe that lived near the Danube river. He was of large stature and immense strength, which earned him the nickname “Thrax” or “the Thracian”.
He joined the Roman army as a young man and quickly distinguished himself by his bravery and skill. He fought under several emperors, including Septimius Severus, Caracalla and Severus Alexander. He rose to the command of the Legio IV Italica, stationed on the Rhine frontier. He was popular among his soldiers and respected by his enemies.
In 235 CE, he was involved in a plot to overthrow Severus Alexander, who was seen as weak and corrupt by many in the army. He was proclaimed emperor by his troops after they killed Alexander and his mother Julia Mamaea near Mainz. He became the first emperor who was neither a senator nor an equestrian, breaking the tradition of the Severan dynasty.
Maximinus Thrax faced many challenges as emperor. He had to deal with invasions by Germanic tribes on the Rhine and Danube borders, as well as by Persians in the east. He also had to cope with unrest and opposition from the Senate and the people of Rome, who resented his military background and his harsh taxation policies. He never visited Rome during his reign, preferring to stay on campaign with his army.
His reign came to an end in 238 CE, a year known as the Year of the Six Emperors. A revolt broke out in Africa, where two wealthy landowners, Gordian I and Gordian II, declared themselves emperors with the support of the local population and some senators. Maximinus Thrax sent his loyal governor of Numidia, Capelianus, to crush the rebellion, but he was defeated and killed by Gordian II’s forces.
The Senate seized this opportunity to depose Maximinus Thrax and recognize Gordian I and Gordian II as co-emperors. However, their rule was short-lived, as they both died within a month of each other. The Senate then appointed two new emperors, Pupienus and Balbinus, who were supposed to share power with Gordian III, the grandson of Gordian I.
Maximinus Thrax did not accept this situation and marched towards Rome with his army to reclaim his throne. He reached Aquileia, a fortified city near the Adriatic coast, where he met fierce resistance from the defenders. He besieged the city for several months, but failed to capture it. His army became frustrated and demoralized by the lack of progress and supplies. They also heard rumors that Pupienus and Balbinus had bribed some of their officers to betray Maximinus Thrax.
In June 238 CE, a mutiny erupted among Maximinus Thrax’s soldiers. They stormed his tent and killed him and his son Maximus, who had been made Caesar by his father. They cut off their heads and sent them to Rome as a sign of their loyalty to Pupienus and Balbinus. However, their gesture did not save them from punishment. The Senate declared them enemies of the state and ordered their execution.
Maximinus Thrax’s reign was brief but significant. He was the first of a series of “barracks emperors” who came to power through military coups during the Crisis of the Third Century. He also initiated a period of civil war and instability that lasted for half a century. He was a formidable warrior and leader, but also a ruthless tyrant and oppressor. His legacy is controversial and debated among historians. | 934 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Many children learn about the heroic ride of Paul Revere in elementary school. They are usually expected to learn this poem, or even memorize it. However, there are many flaws that arise in this poem about how the midnight ride actually occurred. The phrase, “the British are coming!” is one that none of the riders yelled. There was still a large percentage of the population that was loyal to the crown, so this operation had to be in secret. Not only that, but Revere was only one out of nearly forty people who sent out the alert. The main leaders were Revere, Prescott, and Dawes; in the middle of the operation Revere was arrested so the others had to complete the task without him. Many people see Henry Wadsworth Longfellow as the person to blame for this misunderstanding in his poem. But, the poem was never intended for historic purposes, rather, it was used for nationalistic purposes during the time of the Civil War. | <urn:uuid:dbf7bf50-8873-47f6-baf5-18effaa99017> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://samplereality.com/gmu/hnrs110/2010/09/10/paul-reveres-ride/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474659.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226094435-20240226124435-00411.warc.gz | en | 0.98927 | 199 | 3.578125 | 4 | [
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Sarojini Naidu, also known as the "Nightingale of India," was a prominent Indian poet, writer, and politician who played a significant role in India's struggle for independence from British rule. Her life and work continue to inspire people all over the world, making her an important figure in Indian history.
Sarojini Naidu was born on February 13, 1879, in Hyderabad, India, to Aghornath Chattopadhyaya and Barada Sundari Devi. Her father was a scientist and philosopher, while her mother was a poetess. From an early age, Sarojini was exposed to literature and the arts, which had a profound impact on her development as a writer. Sarojini attended the University of Madras, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Arts. She later went on to study at King's College London, where she pursued her interest in literature and earned a degree in the subject.
Sarojini Naidu began her literary career as a poet, publishing her first collection of poems, "The Golden Threshold," in 1905. The book was a critical and commercial success, establishing Sarojini as a talented poet with a unique voice.
Over the course of her career, Sarojini published several other collections of poetry, including "The Bird of Time," "The Broken Wing," and "Muhammad Jinnah: An Ambassador of Unity." Her poetry often dealt with themes of love, nature, and social justice, making her an important voice in the Indian independence movement.
In addition to her work as a poet, Sarojini was also a prolific writer of prose. She wrote several plays, including "Maher Muneer" and "Harvest," which were widely performed in India and abroad. She also published a biography of her friend and fellow freedom fighter, Mahatma Gandhi, titled "Gandhi: An Apostle of Non-Violence."
Sarojini Naidu was an active participant in India's struggle for independence from British rule. She was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi and worked alongside him to promote the cause of Indian independence. In 1925, Sarojini became the first Indian woman to preside over the Indian National Congress, a major political party in India. She was also a member of the All India Women's Conference and played a significant role in the Indian women's rights movement.
Sarojini Naidu's contributions to Indian literature and politics have been widely recognized both in India and abroad. In 1956, she was awarded the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian awards, in recognition of her literary and political achievements. Sarojini Naidu's poetry continues to be widely read and appreciated for its lyrical quality and its focus on themes of love, nature, and social justice. Her political activism and advocacy for women's rights have also left a lasting impact on Indian society.
Sarojini Naidu was a remarkable woman who made significant contributions to Indian literature and politics. Her poetry and writing continue to inspire people all over the world, and her activism and advocacy for women's rights have helped to shape Indian society. Sarojini Naidu will always be remembered as a symbol of India's struggle for independence and as one of the most important figures in Indian history.
Q. What was Sarojini Naidu's most famous work?
A. Sarojini Naidu's most famous work is her collection of poems titled "The Golden Threshold," which was published in 1905. The collection established her as a talented poet and is still widely read and admired today.
Q. What role did Sarojini Naidu play in India's struggle for independence?
A. Sarojini Naidu was an active participant in India's struggle for independence from British rule. She worked alongside Mahatma Gandhi and other leaders to promote the cause of Indian independence and was a prominent member of the Indian National Congress.
Q. What were some of the themes in Sarojini Naidu's poetry?
A. Sarojini Naidu's poetry often dealt with themes of love, nature, and social justice. She was also known for her use of vivid imagery and lyrical language.
Q. How did Sarojini Naidu contribute to the women's rights movement in India?
A. Sarojini Naidu was a member of the All India Women's Conference and played a significant role in the Indian women's rights movement. She advocated for women's education and worked to improve the legal and social status of women in India.
Q. How is Sarojini Naidu remembered today?
A. Sarojini Naidu is remembered as a symbol of India's struggle for independence and as one of the most important figures in Indian history. Her poetry and writing continue to inspire people all over the world, and her activism and advocacy for women's rights have left a lasting impact on Indian society.
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Sarojini Naidu was born on February 13, 1879, in Hyderabad, India, to Aghornath Chattopadhyaya and Barada Sundari Devi. Her father was a scientist and philosopher, while her mother was a poetess. From an early age, Sarojini was exposed to literature and the arts, which had a profound impact on her development as a writer. Sarojini attended the University of Madras, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Arts. She later went on to study at King's College London, where she pursued her interest in literature and earned a degree in the subject.
Sarojini Naidu began her literary career as a poet, publishing her first collection of poems, "The Golden Threshold," in 1905. The book was a critical and commercial success, establishing Sarojini as a talented poet with a unique voice.
Over the course of her career, Sarojini published several other collections of poetry, including "The Bird of Time," "The Broken Wing," and "Muhammad Jinnah: An Ambassador of Unity." Her poetry often dealt with themes of love, nature, and social justice, making her an important voice in the Indian independence movement.
In addition to her work as a poet, Sarojini was also a prolific writer of prose. She wrote several plays, including "Maher Muneer" and "Harvest," which were widely performed in India and abroad. She also published a biography of her friend and fellow freedom fighter, Mahatma Gandhi, titled "Gandhi: An Apostle of Non-Violence."
Sarojini Naidu was an active participant in India's struggle for independence from British rule. She was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi and worked alongside him to promote the cause of Indian independence. In 1925, Sarojini became the first Indian woman to preside over the Indian National Congress, a major political party in India. She was also a member of the All India Women's Conference and played a significant role in the Indian women's rights movement.
Sarojini Naidu's contributions to Indian literature and politics have been widely recognized both in India and abroad. In 1956, she was awarded the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian awards, in recognition of her literary and political achievements. Sarojini Naidu's poetry continues to be widely read and appreciated for its lyrical quality and its focus on themes of love, nature, and social justice. Her political activism and advocacy for women's rights have also left a lasting impact on Indian society.
Sarojini Naidu was a remarkable woman who made significant contributions to Indian literature and politics. Her poetry and writing continue to inspire people all over the world, and her activism and advocacy for women's rights have helped to shape Indian society. Sarojini Naidu will always be remembered as a symbol of India's struggle for independence and as one of the most important figures in Indian history.
Q. What was Sarojini Naidu's most famous work?
A. Sarojini Naidu's most famous work is her collection of poems titled "The Golden Threshold," which was published in 1905. The collection established her as a talented poet and is still widely read and admired today.
Q. What role did Sarojini Naidu play in India's struggle for independence?
A. Sarojini Naidu was an active participant in India's struggle for independence from British rule. She worked alongside Mahatma Gandhi and other leaders to promote the cause of Indian independence and was a prominent member of the Indian National Congress.
Q. What were some of the themes in Sarojini Naidu's poetry?
A. Sarojini Naidu's poetry often dealt with themes of love, nature, and social justice. She was also known for her use of vivid imagery and lyrical language.
Q. How did Sarojini Naidu contribute to the women's rights movement in India?
A. Sarojini Naidu was a member of the All India Women's Conference and played a significant role in the Indian women's rights movement. She advocated for women's education and worked to improve the legal and social status of women in India.
Q. How is Sarojini Naidu remembered today?
A. Sarojini Naidu is remembered as a symbol of India's struggle for independence and as one of the most important figures in Indian history. Her poetry and writing continue to inspire people all over the world, and her activism and advocacy for women's rights have left a lasting impact on Indian society.
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1. First of all, there was a higher participation among voters of the time since it was now not only possible for white, male, property-owners to vote, but also white men who were not property owners. All white males could now have their vote matter in the grand scheme. Whigs wanted a stronger central government, while the Jacksonian Democrats wanted less government. Also, under Henry Clay’s American system, he wanted the federal funds to help create roads and make other internal improvements. Jackson ended up vetoing this, which was the first time a president vetoed something because of personal preference. The Whigs were in uproar over this, which furthered the divide between two
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To begin with, under Andrew Jackson the Democratic-Republicans took name of Democrats. The two parties, the Whigs and the Democratic Republicans, had generally opposite opinions on many issues. To begin with, their economic beliefs were opposite, especially on the existence of a national bank and the existence of tariffs because of their usual geographical location. The Whigs wanted a strong national bank and high tariffs in order to support their industries and manufacturing in the north. On the other hand, the Democrats wanted low tariffs and state banks because they wanted to ensure they would be able to profit as much as possible from the trading of cotton to foreign countries, as their south had an agriculturally based economy. Furthermore, they had different opinions on the extent of the federal government’s power. The Whigs, who were originally the Federalists, wanted
There was a certain big change in economic and social changes in the United States since 1800. The election of 1800 was between John Adams and Andrew Jackson, which was an emotional and hard-fought campaign. Each side in this campaign thought that the opponent in which would victor, would ruin the nation. Federalists had actually attacked Jackson as an un-Christian deist because they believed his sympathy for the French Revolution would bring similar bloodshed and chaos to the U.S. Overall, the Federalists wanted strong Federal Authority to restrain the excess of popular majorities, while the Democratic-Republicans wanted to reduce national authority so the people would be able to rule through state governments.
Many have different perspectives on if Andrew Jackson changed politics for the common man, or if it just happened to be a simple trend meant for greater voter participation. Although we may have different ideas I would have to say Andrew Jackson was like most presidents who had their own conflicts. He was just a president who kept somewhat of the same trend just did a couple different tricks.
In 1824, there was only one political party, which was the Democratic-Republicans. The election of 1824 had no candidate getting the majority of the votes. Henry Clay used an advantage to make sure that Jackson stayed out of office and J.Q. Adams to become president. This political corruption made Jackson angry, so he decided to go against Adams in the 1828 election. We know that in the 1820's, states had allowed white men to vote. J.Q. Adams didn't want to campaign while Jackson campaigned to win over average males. Jackson had won by a landslide by appealing to the common folks and his presidency is known as "The Era of The Common Man." Before the inauguration of Jackson, inaugurations used to be small and private, but he made it public in
The colonists were living in a brand new country that had no track record. Considering that the articles of confederation had no precedent to follow, and no other government to imitate; the articles were fairly good. However, the Articles of Confederation could have been more effective than they were. Effective does not necessarily mean that the government was strong. It does mean that the government was able to provide the people with the kind of government they wanted and needed. Also, ineffective does not necessarily mean weak. The Articles were deliberately written for a weak central government, the colonists set it up they way they wanted to. Despite the fact that they one the revolutionary war, and they now
The countries became divided, due to the differences between the North and the South's political statuses. The North was a financial and industrial mecca, whereas the South had an agricultural economy based on the institution of slavery. Because Southern plantation owners feared that the powerful North would put an end to slavery, political leaders did what they could to ease the sectional conflict. They passed laws like the Missouri Compromise, which allowed the acceptance of Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free territory. Nevertheless, the politicians' attempts to maintain a balance between slave and free states became futile as a result of other cases, such as the Fugitive Slave Act, in which the North was forced to return
Jacksonian Democrats help create a more democratic America and because of this, believed themselves to be many things, real and fictional. In most cases they perceived themselves as defenders of equal economic opportunity, even though they sometimes put their own interests before those of the people. They also thought of themselves as guardians of political democracy, while at the same time using class differences to their advantage and emotionalized speeches, lacking real intellectual merit, to stir support. Jacksonian Democrats felt that they were the protectors of the Constitution and of individual liberties but many times they put their rivalry with the Northeastern industry and Whig politics before these things. While Jacksonians
In the years following the War of 1812, the “Era of Good Feelings” evolved between the years 1815 and 1825. In the first half of this period, there was a strong sense of nationalism throughout the United States. However, political changes and economic differences between the states warped this nationalism into the sectionalism that divided the country into north, south and west regions. Celebrations of unity within the United States soon turned into disagreements concerning representation within the government and the differences within the national government caused by the emergence of different Republican factions. States distanced themselves from working collectively in a united economy. They were largely concerned with
In the duration of the Antebellum period,our sovereign Republic was governed by fifteen various presidents. Each individual head of state affected our present united nation, but one that was effortlessly discernable in comparison to the rest and this was George Washington. George Washington was very accomplished throughout his presidency, was cautious invoking the country in foreign affairs, and endured devastations with serenity.
The Jacksonian Democratic Party and the Whig Party each, exemplified different beliefs on the role of the federal government in the economy and towards westward expansion in the 1830s and 1840s. However, the Jacksonian, laissez faire supporting Democrats and the economic nationalistic Whig party shared almost no beliefs except for the removal of American Indians in the areas their supporters wished to settle. The lack of similarities is because the Whigs formed their own party to oppose President Jackson’s strong-armed leadership style and policies which earned him the nickname “King Andrew.” The Jacksonian Democratic Party evolved out of the Democratic-Republican Party in the early 1800s, the core of its membership was composed of farmers, immigrants, and white Southerners. The Whigs formed in 1834 and lasted for 20 years, they were the major political party that opposed Andrew Jackson. The Whigs were created based upon the Federalist beliefs in a strong federal government and adopted many Federalist and National Republican policy ideas, including federal funding for internal improvements, a central bank, and high tariffs to protect the growth of manufacturing enterprises. Overall, the Jacksonian Democratic agrarian Party and the industrialization supporting Whig Party had different beliefs toward the role of the federal government in the economy and towards westward expansion.
Intelligence and Physical strength equally contributed to the building of a city. They all contributed with the following reasons. Reason one,the intelligent people made the plans and the physical people put those plans into action. Reason two, they all helped eachother build the way they imagined it. Reason 3, everyone was ensured there basic neccesaties.
During the time periods between the 1830s and 1840s, two political parties: the Democratic party and the Whig party had faced the challenges among their ideological differences on the role of federal government in the economy and the westward expansion, but did compromise in certain ways. The one-party system of Monroe’s presidency had led to the creation of a two-party system under the presidency terms of Andrew Jackson. The supporters of President Jackson were known as the Democrats and the supporters of Henry Clay and Daniel Webster, rivals of Jackson, came to be known as the Whigs. The Democrats were influenced by Thomas Jefferson, whereas the Whigs were influenced by Alexander Hamilton. The Democrats were in favor of states’ rights and opposed the growth of a powerful central government. Democrats also favored in rapid territorial and external growth. The Whigs were in favor of a stronger federal government that was dominated by Congress. Whigs also favored gradual territorial expansions and internal improvements. In future reference, the Democratic and Whig party created the two political parties in which we see today, the Democratic and Republican Party.
Watson surmises that with this threat, politically active citizens were ripe for a political party system that would protect their independence and liberty. Enter Andrew Jackson, who appealed to those voters who felt threatened by the changing economic picture. Jackson and his supporters believed that the Republican/Whig political party represented an elitist, aristocratic government that would put the ever expanding economy and their own profit above the liberty and good of the majority and it was the good of the majority that Jackson would rely on with great success. He believed that the preservation of the Republic depended on the majority and the majority was represented by independent farmers, who were profiting the least from the Market Revolution. Believing that any government based on aristocracy could become corrupt, he felt that that the best way was to treat all of the citizens alike and turn the rule of the country over to the majority. This majority, with the fiery General Andrew Jackson as their leader, would create the Democratic Party.
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0.0531125068664550... | 1 | 1. First of all, there was a higher participation among voters of the time since it was now not only possible for white, male, property-owners to vote, but also white men who were not property owners. All white males could now have their vote matter in the grand scheme. Whigs wanted a stronger central government, while the Jacksonian Democrats wanted less government. Also, under Henry Clay’s American system, he wanted the federal funds to help create roads and make other internal improvements. Jackson ended up vetoing this, which was the first time a president vetoed something because of personal preference. The Whigs were in uproar over this, which furthered the divide between two
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To begin with, under Andrew Jackson the Democratic-Republicans took name of Democrats. The two parties, the Whigs and the Democratic Republicans, had generally opposite opinions on many issues. To begin with, their economic beliefs were opposite, especially on the existence of a national bank and the existence of tariffs because of their usual geographical location. The Whigs wanted a strong national bank and high tariffs in order to support their industries and manufacturing in the north. On the other hand, the Democrats wanted low tariffs and state banks because they wanted to ensure they would be able to profit as much as possible from the trading of cotton to foreign countries, as their south had an agriculturally based economy. Furthermore, they had different opinions on the extent of the federal government’s power. The Whigs, who were originally the Federalists, wanted
There was a certain big change in economic and social changes in the United States since 1800. The election of 1800 was between John Adams and Andrew Jackson, which was an emotional and hard-fought campaign. Each side in this campaign thought that the opponent in which would victor, would ruin the nation. Federalists had actually attacked Jackson as an un-Christian deist because they believed his sympathy for the French Revolution would bring similar bloodshed and chaos to the U.S. Overall, the Federalists wanted strong Federal Authority to restrain the excess of popular majorities, while the Democratic-Republicans wanted to reduce national authority so the people would be able to rule through state governments.
Many have different perspectives on if Andrew Jackson changed politics for the common man, or if it just happened to be a simple trend meant for greater voter participation. Although we may have different ideas I would have to say Andrew Jackson was like most presidents who had their own conflicts. He was just a president who kept somewhat of the same trend just did a couple different tricks.
In 1824, there was only one political party, which was the Democratic-Republicans. The election of 1824 had no candidate getting the majority of the votes. Henry Clay used an advantage to make sure that Jackson stayed out of office and J.Q. Adams to become president. This political corruption made Jackson angry, so he decided to go against Adams in the 1828 election. We know that in the 1820's, states had allowed white men to vote. J.Q. Adams didn't want to campaign while Jackson campaigned to win over average males. Jackson had won by a landslide by appealing to the common folks and his presidency is known as "The Era of The Common Man." Before the inauguration of Jackson, inaugurations used to be small and private, but he made it public in
The colonists were living in a brand new country that had no track record. Considering that the articles of confederation had no precedent to follow, and no other government to imitate; the articles were fairly good. However, the Articles of Confederation could have been more effective than they were. Effective does not necessarily mean that the government was strong. It does mean that the government was able to provide the people with the kind of government they wanted and needed. Also, ineffective does not necessarily mean weak. The Articles were deliberately written for a weak central government, the colonists set it up they way they wanted to. Despite the fact that they one the revolutionary war, and they now
The countries became divided, due to the differences between the North and the South's political statuses. The North was a financial and industrial mecca, whereas the South had an agricultural economy based on the institution of slavery. Because Southern plantation owners feared that the powerful North would put an end to slavery, political leaders did what they could to ease the sectional conflict. They passed laws like the Missouri Compromise, which allowed the acceptance of Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free territory. Nevertheless, the politicians' attempts to maintain a balance between slave and free states became futile as a result of other cases, such as the Fugitive Slave Act, in which the North was forced to return
Jacksonian Democrats help create a more democratic America and because of this, believed themselves to be many things, real and fictional. In most cases they perceived themselves as defenders of equal economic opportunity, even though they sometimes put their own interests before those of the people. They also thought of themselves as guardians of political democracy, while at the same time using class differences to their advantage and emotionalized speeches, lacking real intellectual merit, to stir support. Jacksonian Democrats felt that they were the protectors of the Constitution and of individual liberties but many times they put their rivalry with the Northeastern industry and Whig politics before these things. While Jacksonians
In the years following the War of 1812, the “Era of Good Feelings” evolved between the years 1815 and 1825. In the first half of this period, there was a strong sense of nationalism throughout the United States. However, political changes and economic differences between the states warped this nationalism into the sectionalism that divided the country into north, south and west regions. Celebrations of unity within the United States soon turned into disagreements concerning representation within the government and the differences within the national government caused by the emergence of different Republican factions. States distanced themselves from working collectively in a united economy. They were largely concerned with
In the duration of the Antebellum period,our sovereign Republic was governed by fifteen various presidents. Each individual head of state affected our present united nation, but one that was effortlessly discernable in comparison to the rest and this was George Washington. George Washington was very accomplished throughout his presidency, was cautious invoking the country in foreign affairs, and endured devastations with serenity.
The Jacksonian Democratic Party and the Whig Party each, exemplified different beliefs on the role of the federal government in the economy and towards westward expansion in the 1830s and 1840s. However, the Jacksonian, laissez faire supporting Democrats and the economic nationalistic Whig party shared almost no beliefs except for the removal of American Indians in the areas their supporters wished to settle. The lack of similarities is because the Whigs formed their own party to oppose President Jackson’s strong-armed leadership style and policies which earned him the nickname “King Andrew.” The Jacksonian Democratic Party evolved out of the Democratic-Republican Party in the early 1800s, the core of its membership was composed of farmers, immigrants, and white Southerners. The Whigs formed in 1834 and lasted for 20 years, they were the major political party that opposed Andrew Jackson. The Whigs were created based upon the Federalist beliefs in a strong federal government and adopted many Federalist and National Republican policy ideas, including federal funding for internal improvements, a central bank, and high tariffs to protect the growth of manufacturing enterprises. Overall, the Jacksonian Democratic agrarian Party and the industrialization supporting Whig Party had different beliefs toward the role of the federal government in the economy and towards westward expansion.
Intelligence and Physical strength equally contributed to the building of a city. They all contributed with the following reasons. Reason one,the intelligent people made the plans and the physical people put those plans into action. Reason two, they all helped eachother build the way they imagined it. Reason 3, everyone was ensured there basic neccesaties.
During the time periods between the 1830s and 1840s, two political parties: the Democratic party and the Whig party had faced the challenges among their ideological differences on the role of federal government in the economy and the westward expansion, but did compromise in certain ways. The one-party system of Monroe’s presidency had led to the creation of a two-party system under the presidency terms of Andrew Jackson. The supporters of President Jackson were known as the Democrats and the supporters of Henry Clay and Daniel Webster, rivals of Jackson, came to be known as the Whigs. The Democrats were influenced by Thomas Jefferson, whereas the Whigs were influenced by Alexander Hamilton. The Democrats were in favor of states’ rights and opposed the growth of a powerful central government. Democrats also favored in rapid territorial and external growth. The Whigs were in favor of a stronger federal government that was dominated by Congress. Whigs also favored gradual territorial expansions and internal improvements. In future reference, the Democratic and Whig party created the two political parties in which we see today, the Democratic and Republican Party.
Watson surmises that with this threat, politically active citizens were ripe for a political party system that would protect their independence and liberty. Enter Andrew Jackson, who appealed to those voters who felt threatened by the changing economic picture. Jackson and his supporters believed that the Republican/Whig political party represented an elitist, aristocratic government that would put the ever expanding economy and their own profit above the liberty and good of the majority and it was the good of the majority that Jackson would rely on with great success. He believed that the preservation of the Republic depended on the majority and the majority was represented by independent farmers, who were profiting the least from the Market Revolution. Believing that any government based on aristocracy could become corrupt, he felt that that the best way was to treat all of the citizens alike and turn the rule of the country over to the majority. This majority, with the fiery General Andrew Jackson as their leader, would create the Democratic Party.
The Democrats wanted to limit the role of government in the market and wanted to resolve the tensions among the Northeast, West, and South. Also they wanted to do away with the national bank (Jackson put a lot of money into city and state bands as a result) and sell land at low rates and leave internal improvement basically to the states to deal with. The proposed government of the democrats was one centered in local affairs (one of the most important was slavery). Jackson therefore wanted weak central government within a permanent union. However soon came up the issue of Nullification with South Carolinas attempt to nullify the tariff of 1828. | 2,214 | ENGLISH | 1 |
The Second Wave of Feminism
How it works
The Second Wave of feminism, also known as the Women’s Movement, gave women greater personal freedoms, such as the right to work outside of the home, political freedoms, family, and reproductive rights. The second wave also drew attention to domestic violence and rape in relationships/marriages. Even though the years of The Second Wave Movement is often argued about, it is said that the second wave officially started in 1963 and ended in the early 1980s. The Women’s Movement was influenced by the first wave of feminism, which gave women the right to vote, and by the ending of World War 2.
During WW2, women went to work in factories while the men were away at war. Being that the women enjoyed working, they were upset to learn that they would have to return to their homes to work now that the men had come back. The women had also learned that they made less than the men did while they were working. It is said that the second wave was started by Betty Friedan’s book called The Feminine Mystique, others believe the second wave was started by the Committee for the Status of Women (CSW). CSW found that women were not treated equally while they were working through the war. They started The Equal Pay Act in 1963, which made it illegal to pay women less than men for doing the same job. The Second Wave of feminism was one of the most influential feminist movements.
There are two separate groups of feminists, the radical feminists, and the socialist feminists. “The equal-rights feminists were largely white, older in age, and most came from affluent backgrounds. Radical feminists were made up younger white, affluent women, and minority women of all ages who were active in the Civil Rights movement as well.” (Altaweel) Radical feminists oppose patriarchy rather than men. Radical feminist wanted abortions to be legalized and they broke traditional gender roles. Radical feminist also saw pornography as a dangerous practice that can potentially lead to harm. Socialists wanted to form a more equal society. They also wanted to help people in poverty and stop racism and sexism.
The second wave of feminism gave women greater personal freedoms such as the right to work and equal pay for women that could work. Women could work outside of the home, it was frowned upon because it was unusual in the 1900s, however, they would not be treated equally. Women would receive less pay than men. During World War 2, women had to take the place of men as workers while they were away at war. During this time, “new work benefits became available to women, including maternity leave, daycare, and counseling” (Altaweel). When the war was over, women were expected to return to their jobs in their homes raising children and maintaining the upkeep of their house. However, women wanted to work. They began looking for jobs, but most places would not hire them because of their gender. With the help of The 1964 Civil Rights Act, Title VII states that discrimination based on sex, race, color, religion, or national origin is prohibited. This includes firing, hiring, promotions, pay, vacation time, disability leave, etc. Even though this law was taken into effect in 1964, many businesses did not enforce it until after the end of the second wave of feminism. Also, before the second wave of feminism began, unmarried women were unable to get a credit card from a bank and married women had to have their husband’s as a cosigner to get a card. Many Ivy League colleges also would not allow women into their colleges before the second wave began, even if they had the grades to get into the college. Yale and Princeton did not accept women until 1969 and Havard didn’t begin to allow women into their university until 1977.
The second wave of feminism also granted women more political rights than just voting. The second wave allowed women to be on juries. Few states allowed women to be a part of a jury, Utah was one of the states that allowed women to be a part of a jury. As for the rest of the states, they said that women are too fragile to hear the gruesome details of crimes committed. It was also said that women “ were considered the center of the home, which was their primary responsibility as caregivers.” (Mclaughlin) Women were deemed as too sympathetic to judge someone harshly. Women were allowed to serve on juries in all fifty states in 1973
The second wave also gave women more reproductive rights. Between the years of 1960 and 1964, the birth rate skyrocketed. Women wanted to gain their rights to work equally with men, but with babies, it would be hard to work and watch the kids. The FDA approved the usage of birth control in 1960, but it could only be used for severe menstrual distress. The birth control pill was approved for use as a contraceptive in 1960. Birth control pills began failing and many women ended up conceiving an unwanted child. Norma McCorvey, also known as Jane Roe, sued Henry Wade, the District Attorney of Dallas County, Texas because Texas prohibited abortion unless it was to save the mother’s life. Jane Roe resided in Texas, but she wanted to terminate her pregnancy. She tried to get the state of Texas’ permission to have an abortion by falsely calling rape, but it did not work because there was not a police report on hand to prove that she was raped. When Roe took her issue to the Supreme Court, she won the debate and in 1972, the Supreme Court deemed all laws banning abortions as unconstitutional. Abortions could be done until the baby could survive outside of the womb without the mother.
Attention was drawn to domestic violence during the second wave, many women’s shelters were created specifically for victims of domestic violence. Support groups for women and children who underwent domestic violence. The rate of domestically violent household raised significantly during the second wave of feminism because men felt like women were trying to “test male masculinity and dominance” by working. Men were supposed to be the one to support their families while the women stayed home with the children. Eventually, women decided that they were tired of being treated poorly. Many females were afraid to leave their abuser out of fear that they would be harmed if they tried to leave. The financial status of the women also played a part as to why they did not leave their abusers. Women were unable to work during this time period, so typically they did not have very much money. Another reason as to why they did not leave was because divorces were very uncommon in the 1960s, therefore the women had to come together to decide how they would help each other. Meetings for domestic violence survivors became more common throughout the United States. Shelters were placed all around the United States for women and children that left their abuser.
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How it works
The Second Wave of feminism, also known as the Women’s Movement, gave women greater personal freedoms, such as the right to work outside of the home, political freedoms, family, and reproductive rights. The second wave also drew attention to domestic violence and rape in relationships/marriages. Even though the years of The Second Wave Movement is often argued about, it is said that the second wave officially started in 1963 and ended in the early 1980s. The Women’s Movement was influenced by the first wave of feminism, which gave women the right to vote, and by the ending of World War 2.
During WW2, women went to work in factories while the men were away at war. Being that the women enjoyed working, they were upset to learn that they would have to return to their homes to work now that the men had come back. The women had also learned that they made less than the men did while they were working. It is said that the second wave was started by Betty Friedan’s book called The Feminine Mystique, others believe the second wave was started by the Committee for the Status of Women (CSW). CSW found that women were not treated equally while they were working through the war. They started The Equal Pay Act in 1963, which made it illegal to pay women less than men for doing the same job. The Second Wave of feminism was one of the most influential feminist movements.
There are two separate groups of feminists, the radical feminists, and the socialist feminists. “The equal-rights feminists were largely white, older in age, and most came from affluent backgrounds. Radical feminists were made up younger white, affluent women, and minority women of all ages who were active in the Civil Rights movement as well.” (Altaweel) Radical feminists oppose patriarchy rather than men. Radical feminist wanted abortions to be legalized and they broke traditional gender roles. Radical feminist also saw pornography as a dangerous practice that can potentially lead to harm. Socialists wanted to form a more equal society. They also wanted to help people in poverty and stop racism and sexism.
The second wave of feminism gave women greater personal freedoms such as the right to work and equal pay for women that could work. Women could work outside of the home, it was frowned upon because it was unusual in the 1900s, however, they would not be treated equally. Women would receive less pay than men. During World War 2, women had to take the place of men as workers while they were away at war. During this time, “new work benefits became available to women, including maternity leave, daycare, and counseling” (Altaweel). When the war was over, women were expected to return to their jobs in their homes raising children and maintaining the upkeep of their house. However, women wanted to work. They began looking for jobs, but most places would not hire them because of their gender. With the help of The 1964 Civil Rights Act, Title VII states that discrimination based on sex, race, color, religion, or national origin is prohibited. This includes firing, hiring, promotions, pay, vacation time, disability leave, etc. Even though this law was taken into effect in 1964, many businesses did not enforce it until after the end of the second wave of feminism. Also, before the second wave of feminism began, unmarried women were unable to get a credit card from a bank and married women had to have their husband’s as a cosigner to get a card. Many Ivy League colleges also would not allow women into their colleges before the second wave began, even if they had the grades to get into the college. Yale and Princeton did not accept women until 1969 and Havard didn’t begin to allow women into their university until 1977.
The second wave of feminism also granted women more political rights than just voting. The second wave allowed women to be on juries. Few states allowed women to be a part of a jury, Utah was one of the states that allowed women to be a part of a jury. As for the rest of the states, they said that women are too fragile to hear the gruesome details of crimes committed. It was also said that women “ were considered the center of the home, which was their primary responsibility as caregivers.” (Mclaughlin) Women were deemed as too sympathetic to judge someone harshly. Women were allowed to serve on juries in all fifty states in 1973
The second wave also gave women more reproductive rights. Between the years of 1960 and 1964, the birth rate skyrocketed. Women wanted to gain their rights to work equally with men, but with babies, it would be hard to work and watch the kids. The FDA approved the usage of birth control in 1960, but it could only be used for severe menstrual distress. The birth control pill was approved for use as a contraceptive in 1960. Birth control pills began failing and many women ended up conceiving an unwanted child. Norma McCorvey, also known as Jane Roe, sued Henry Wade, the District Attorney of Dallas County, Texas because Texas prohibited abortion unless it was to save the mother’s life. Jane Roe resided in Texas, but she wanted to terminate her pregnancy. She tried to get the state of Texas’ permission to have an abortion by falsely calling rape, but it did not work because there was not a police report on hand to prove that she was raped. When Roe took her issue to the Supreme Court, she won the debate and in 1972, the Supreme Court deemed all laws banning abortions as unconstitutional. Abortions could be done until the baby could survive outside of the womb without the mother.
Attention was drawn to domestic violence during the second wave, many women’s shelters were created specifically for victims of domestic violence. Support groups for women and children who underwent domestic violence. The rate of domestically violent household raised significantly during the second wave of feminism because men felt like women were trying to “test male masculinity and dominance” by working. Men were supposed to be the one to support their families while the women stayed home with the children. Eventually, women decided that they were tired of being treated poorly. Many females were afraid to leave their abuser out of fear that they would be harmed if they tried to leave. The financial status of the women also played a part as to why they did not leave their abusers. Women were unable to work during this time period, so typically they did not have very much money. Another reason as to why they did not leave was because divorces were very uncommon in the 1960s, therefore the women had to come together to decide how they would help each other. Meetings for domestic violence survivors became more common throughout the United States. Shelters were placed all around the United States for women and children that left their abuser.
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The Second Wave of Feminism. (2019, Nov 28). Retrieved from https://papersowl.com/examples/the-second-wave-of-feminism/ | 1,475 | ENGLISH | 1 |
At the beginning of the Great War, the soldiers of the Monarchy were equipped with rifle-mounted bayonets. Such was, for example, the M1895 bayonet, which was standardized for the most widely used Mannlicher rifles. The bayonet was worn as an accessory to the uniform with a leather hanger attached to the waist belt and a metal case attached to the hanger. Its primary combat function was to be used as a spear attached to the rifle in close combat. At that time, according to the idea, the troops had to collide in open ground, where there was plenty of room to use the longer stabbing weapon.
In trench warfare, the methods of close combat have changed. There was not enough space for the one and a half to two meter bayonet rifles to be used. Therefore, the stabbing weapon was already used as a simple knife. The chunky metal parts of the bayonets, which were used to attach them to the rifle, became redundant. Thus, from 1917, the production of assault knives with a much simpler structure began. Attaching them to the waist belt had also been simplified. Instead of a leather slipper, they used a strap attached to the sheath of the knife. The waist belt was often not made of leather at that time either, but also made of fringed material.
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In trench warfare, the methods of close combat have changed. There was not enough space for the one and a half to two meter bayonet rifles to be used. Therefore, the stabbing weapon was already used as a simple knife. The chunky metal parts of the bayonets, which were used to attach them to the rifle, became redundant. Thus, from 1917, the production of assault knives with a much simpler structure began. Attaching them to the waist belt had also been simplified. Instead of a leather slipper, they used a strap attached to the sheath of the knife. The waist belt was often not made of leather at that time either, but also made of fringed material.
The photo attached to the post shows two storm troopers with assault knives at their sides. The Kappenabzeichen is a small propaganda insignia that is modeled after the earlier bayonet. | 315 | ENGLISH | 1 |
How did Nikola Tesla Change the World
“The present is theirs; the future, for which I really worked for, is mine.” (Nikola Tesla) Nikola Tesla meant that the scientists changed today, but Nikola works really hard to change the future. Tesla was a remarkably brilliant man, and he invented lots of things like the Tesla coil. Tesla helped alter the future with the vast number of inventions.
Nikola Tesla was born on June 9th or 10th in 1856 in Smiljan, Croatia. He had four other siblings who were named: Dane, Angelica, Milka, and Marcia.
His mother, Djuka Mandic, was spurred by his interest in electricity. Tesla’s father, Milutin Tesla was a Serbian Orthodox priest and writer who pushed Nikola to join the priesthood, but Tesla’s interest was on sciences. After Tesla studied at the Real Schule, Karlstad; the Polytechnic Institute in Graz, Austria; and the University of Prague during the 1870s. Nikola got a job at the Central Telephone Exchange in Budapest. It was at Budapest that the idea for an induction motor first came to Tesla, but after many years of trying to gain interest in his invention, he decided to relocate from Europe to America. In 1884, Tesla arrived in the United States with little more than the clothes he came with, and an introduction letter for the famed inventor and business mogul, Thomas Edison. Edison hired Tesla and they soon were tirelessly alongside each other, making improvements to Edison’s inventions. Several months later, Edison and Tesla parted due to a business-scientific relationship, attributed to their incredibly different personalities.
In 1885, Tesla received funding for the Tesla Electric Light Company and was tasked to improve arc lighting. Though Tesla was successful, he was forced out of the venture and had to become a manual laborer to survive. He received funding for his new company, Tesla Electric Company. Since he became obsessed with trying to develop wireless electricity, in about 1900, Nikola started work on his biggest and boldest project yet: to build a global wireless communication system, send information and providing free electricity throughout the world. Tesla decided the place to put Wardenclyffe was on Long Island. With funding from a group of investors which included financial giant, J. P. Morgan, and in 1901, Tesla undertook the project and called it Wardenclyffe.
Doubts about the probability of Tesla’s project arose. Tesla’s rival, Guglielmo Marconi, created great advancements to the radio. This left Tesla with no more options but to abandon Wardenclyffe. The workers were laid off in 1906, and by 1915, the site fell into foreclosure. Two years later, Tesla decided to declare bankruptcy and sold the scrap from the tower to deliver him from debt.
Tesla suffered a nervous breakdown following the failure of this free energy project. He ultimately returned to work, mainly as a consultant. As time went along, his ideas soon became outlandish and impractical. He grew eccentric, devoting more of his time to take care of wildlife. Nikola Tesla died on January 7th, 1943, of old age when he was 86.
Some facts about Nikola Tesla are he was born during a lightning storm. Another fact is pearls drove him crazy. Nikola and Thomas were rivals, but not enemies. He was a germaphobe. He possessed a great sense of humor and gained many famous friends.
“The day science studies non-physical phenomena; it will make more progress in a decade than all the previous centuries of its existence.”Tesla meant that science will progress more in ten years than all the previous years of science existing.””One must be rational to think clearly, but one can think deeply, and be utterly insane.” (Nikola Tesla) Nikola meant that to invent useful ideas, you need to think clearly instead of deeply.“I do not think I can name many great inventions that have been made by married men.” (Nikola Tesla) Tesla meant that married men sustain families to think about instead of just their inventions, while bachelors can focus on their inventions more than a married man could. | <urn:uuid:c2dfb878-7963-48c8-b565-b06a108f2b2f> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://papersowl.com/examples/how-did-nikola-tesla-change-the-world/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475422.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20240301161412-20240301191412-00657.warc.gz | en | 0.980045 | 867 | 3.296875 | 3 | [
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“The present is theirs; the future, for which I really worked for, is mine.” (Nikola Tesla) Nikola Tesla meant that the scientists changed today, but Nikola works really hard to change the future. Tesla was a remarkably brilliant man, and he invented lots of things like the Tesla coil. Tesla helped alter the future with the vast number of inventions.
Nikola Tesla was born on June 9th or 10th in 1856 in Smiljan, Croatia. He had four other siblings who were named: Dane, Angelica, Milka, and Marcia.
His mother, Djuka Mandic, was spurred by his interest in electricity. Tesla’s father, Milutin Tesla was a Serbian Orthodox priest and writer who pushed Nikola to join the priesthood, but Tesla’s interest was on sciences. After Tesla studied at the Real Schule, Karlstad; the Polytechnic Institute in Graz, Austria; and the University of Prague during the 1870s. Nikola got a job at the Central Telephone Exchange in Budapest. It was at Budapest that the idea for an induction motor first came to Tesla, but after many years of trying to gain interest in his invention, he decided to relocate from Europe to America. In 1884, Tesla arrived in the United States with little more than the clothes he came with, and an introduction letter for the famed inventor and business mogul, Thomas Edison. Edison hired Tesla and they soon were tirelessly alongside each other, making improvements to Edison’s inventions. Several months later, Edison and Tesla parted due to a business-scientific relationship, attributed to their incredibly different personalities.
In 1885, Tesla received funding for the Tesla Electric Light Company and was tasked to improve arc lighting. Though Tesla was successful, he was forced out of the venture and had to become a manual laborer to survive. He received funding for his new company, Tesla Electric Company. Since he became obsessed with trying to develop wireless electricity, in about 1900, Nikola started work on his biggest and boldest project yet: to build a global wireless communication system, send information and providing free electricity throughout the world. Tesla decided the place to put Wardenclyffe was on Long Island. With funding from a group of investors which included financial giant, J. P. Morgan, and in 1901, Tesla undertook the project and called it Wardenclyffe.
Doubts about the probability of Tesla’s project arose. Tesla’s rival, Guglielmo Marconi, created great advancements to the radio. This left Tesla with no more options but to abandon Wardenclyffe. The workers were laid off in 1906, and by 1915, the site fell into foreclosure. Two years later, Tesla decided to declare bankruptcy and sold the scrap from the tower to deliver him from debt.
Tesla suffered a nervous breakdown following the failure of this free energy project. He ultimately returned to work, mainly as a consultant. As time went along, his ideas soon became outlandish and impractical. He grew eccentric, devoting more of his time to take care of wildlife. Nikola Tesla died on January 7th, 1943, of old age when he was 86.
Some facts about Nikola Tesla are he was born during a lightning storm. Another fact is pearls drove him crazy. Nikola and Thomas were rivals, but not enemies. He was a germaphobe. He possessed a great sense of humor and gained many famous friends.
“The day science studies non-physical phenomena; it will make more progress in a decade than all the previous centuries of its existence.”Tesla meant that science will progress more in ten years than all the previous years of science existing.””One must be rational to think clearly, but one can think deeply, and be utterly insane.” (Nikola Tesla) Nikola meant that to invent useful ideas, you need to think clearly instead of deeply.“I do not think I can name many great inventions that have been made by married men.” (Nikola Tesla) Tesla meant that married men sustain families to think about instead of just their inventions, while bachelors can focus on their inventions more than a married man could. | 879 | ENGLISH | 1 |
On 11 November 1918, an armistice came into effect ending the war in Western Europe – but this did not mean the return of peace.
The armistice was effectively a German surrender, as its conditions ended any possibility of Germany continuing the war. Similar agreements had already been signed by Bulgaria, Turkey and Austria. However, the peace treaties which officially ended the First World War were not signed until 1919.
In the interim, fighting continued in many regions, as armed groups pursued nationalist, revolutionary or counter-revolutionary aims. Russia was torn apart by a civil war, which claimed more Russian lives than had the world war.
The peace settlements were imposed by the victors, rather than negotiated, and have since been criticised as laying the foundations of future conflicts. In fact, the conditions imposed upon the defeated powers were not unduly harsh, but the treaties contained many compromise solutions to difficult issues. As a consequence, their long-term success was limited, but they did not in themselves make the Second World War inevitable.
The Signing of Peace in the Halls of Mirrors
This is the moment of resolution for the Peace Conference when the leading allied politicians are able to demonstrate their determination and unity as the treaty is signed, as well their political power. The setting is the dazzling Hall of Mirrors at Versailles, built by Louis XIV, at vast expense as a demonstration of his political power. Above their heads reads the legend 'Le Roy Gouverne par lui même' [The King governs alone], a pointed reference to the conference's endless squabbling, as Germany claimed not to be able to meet the penalties imposed and the allies were unable to agree a compromise. In William Orpen’s vision, it is the extravagance of the architecture that sets the scene, reducing the politicians to a footnote. Their supposedly ordered world is distorted and broken by the mirrors behind them. | <urn:uuid:11890a1e-6590-41c5-a506-de0972b31e39> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.iwm.org.uk/history/the-peace-treaties-that-ended-the-first-world-war | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474690.22/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228012542-20240228042542-00160.warc.gz | en | 0.983415 | 387 | 4.1875 | 4 | [
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The armistice was effectively a German surrender, as its conditions ended any possibility of Germany continuing the war. Similar agreements had already been signed by Bulgaria, Turkey and Austria. However, the peace treaties which officially ended the First World War were not signed until 1919.
In the interim, fighting continued in many regions, as armed groups pursued nationalist, revolutionary or counter-revolutionary aims. Russia was torn apart by a civil war, which claimed more Russian lives than had the world war.
The peace settlements were imposed by the victors, rather than negotiated, and have since been criticised as laying the foundations of future conflicts. In fact, the conditions imposed upon the defeated powers were not unduly harsh, but the treaties contained many compromise solutions to difficult issues. As a consequence, their long-term success was limited, but they did not in themselves make the Second World War inevitable.
The Signing of Peace in the Halls of Mirrors
This is the moment of resolution for the Peace Conference when the leading allied politicians are able to demonstrate their determination and unity as the treaty is signed, as well their political power. The setting is the dazzling Hall of Mirrors at Versailles, built by Louis XIV, at vast expense as a demonstration of his political power. Above their heads reads the legend 'Le Roy Gouverne par lui même' [The King governs alone], a pointed reference to the conference's endless squabbling, as Germany claimed not to be able to meet the penalties imposed and the allies were unable to agree a compromise. In William Orpen’s vision, it is the extravagance of the architecture that sets the scene, reducing the politicians to a footnote. Their supposedly ordered world is distorted and broken by the mirrors behind them. | 388 | ENGLISH | 1 |
From the Field Marshals, Generals and Admirals who conquered the globe right down to the vital Private soldier, the Irish impact upon the British Empire was nothing short of astounding. In the 1830s, a whopping 42% of the British Army was Irish. As Ruth Dudley-Edwards noted, they were ‘overwhelmingly Catholic young men, although Protestants were better represented in the officer classes.’ In the Crimean War of the 1850s, 13 of the 22 Victoria Crosses awarded went to Irishmen. By the last decades of the 19th century, 17.5% of British officers were drawn from the Protestant Anglo-Irish elite. During the Great War, perhaps as many as quarter of a million Irish men and women served in its army, navy and airforce.
By the 1880s, British recruiting officers had worked out that if a regiment carried the name of a specific geographical region, then men from that region were more likely to enlist. Hence, as part of the Cardwell-Childers Reforms, much of the armed forces went through a massive reshuffle as the old 17th and 18th century infantry regiments were banded together into all new regiments.
Amongst these were the 88th Regiment of Foot – apparently nicknamed ‘The Devil’s Own’ by Sir Thomas Picton, their somewhat tyrannical commander during the Peninsula War – and the 94th Regiment of Foot, which were amalgamated into the Connaught Rangers. The regiment also included the South Mayo Rifles Militia, the Galway Militia, the Roscommon Militia and the North Mayo Fusiliers Militia.
The Connaught Rangers formed two battalions, with 1,000 men in each. Some joined out of patriotism to the empire. Others enlisted for reasons of political motivation, moral conscience, economic necessity or a desire to see the world. Some of the older men were veterans of the Crimean War and the Indian Mutiny (or Indian War of Independence) of 1857. Their principal barracks and recruiting depot was King House in Boyle, Co. Roscommon, a former townhouse of the Kings of Rockingham, which the Ministry of Defence bought and converted it into the Rangers stronghold in 1870.
One battalion was always kept at home (in Britain or Ireland) to train, while another served abroad. One of the recruits of the 2nd Battalion was John Walsh, the 5ft 8¼ high grey-eyed, brown-haired son of another soldier from Auburn, Athlone, Co. Westmeath. Born in 1865, and christened in the Catholic church of St. Peter’s, Athlone, he was the son of John and Mary Walsh and he had two sisters, Maria and Rose. After an inspection in Galway on the 26th January 1887, he was accepted into the Regiment in Athlone the next day.
After the required 12 months training, John would have been posted out to the Mediterranean where, between 1889 and 1895, he spent six years on the British-controlled islands of Malta and Cyprus. Cyprus and Malta would have been considered ‘paradise postings’ for young men from Connaught as there was very little to do in the early 1890s but soak up the sun. However, their strategic importance was immense as it enabled them to keep well-trained regiments right on the doorsteps of potential trouble-spots in the Middle East, North Africa and Asia.
John Walsh returned to Britain during this time because on St. Valentine’s Day 1893, he was married in Pembroke, South Wales, to Mary Mason, with whom he had a daughter Selina Ellen Walsh six months later, on 17th August 1893. In June 1894, John was promoted to Sergeant which gave him the right to bring his wife and daughter to Cairo with him. They would have lived together in a married NCO’s quarters.
In October 1895 the 2nd Battalion was sent to British-controlled Egypt where there was mounting concern that an anti-British rebellion was about to erupt in neighbouring Sudan and spread into the ancient land of the Pharaohs. Only ten years earlier, a Mahdi uprising in Sudan had led to the death of the great British war hero General Gordon at Khartoum. Sergeant Walsh and his fellow Rangers were part of Kerry-born General Kitchener’s Anglo-Egyptian Nile Expeditionary Force which invaded Sudan. However, in November 1897, the British felt sufficiently confident of victory in Sudan to deploy the battalion onwards to India. The Mahdi were ruthlessly crushed at the battle of Omdurman in 1898. The Mahdi had two machine guns, Kitchener had 55. And the statistics ran accordingly. The British racked up 47 killed and 340 wounded, while the Mahdi mourned 9,700 dead, 13,000 wounded and 5,000 captured.
During his time in Egypt, John Walsh’s wife Mary had a second baby girl Kathleen Mary Walsh, born in the Citadel of Cairo on 22nd April 1896. However, Mrs. Walsh died in Cairo on 2nd July 1896. Given that John Walsh now had two small daughters in India, it seems likely they were sent back to live with relatives in Ireland. We do not know what happened to Selina Walsh but on the 1911 Census of Ireland, fourteen-year-old Mary Walsh was described as a ‘nurse child’ who had been born in Egypt. By then she was living with the family of John Brien and his wife Catherine (née Henry) at Barrymore just across the border from Athlone in County Roscommon. Their homestead lay right beside the railway line but has since disappeared. We do not yet know what became of Mary Walsh in later life.
Meanwhile, her father arrived in India shortly in January 1897. The Connaught Rangers were to spend the next 11 years on the sub-continent. Initially just south of Bombay, they were later stationed at Meerut, Nasirabad, Neemuch, Ahmednagar and Poona. They developed a reputation as one of the most respected and feared regiments in the Empire.
The Rangers served with distinction throughout the First World War and suffered hideous casualties. Most of the battalion were wiped out at the 1st and 2nd Battle of Ypres. At Gallipoli, nearly 1,000 Rangers were killed or wounded. At the conclusion of the war, the surviving Rangers returned to their posts in India. In 1920, the Connaught Rangers of India dominated the headlines when a number of them mutinied in support of Irish independence, hoisting the tricolour and demanding an end to British occupation of Ireland. The Connaught Rangers was disbanded in 1922 and a number of them joined the Free State army, providing vital experience to Michael Collins force. But others were appalled by how castigated they and other former British soldiers had become in the new Ireland and felt obliged to abandon their ancestral homeland.
Sadly John Walsh’s promising career ended in disgrace. On 13 March 1899, just a year before he completed his 12 years service in the army, he was arrested for what remains an unknown crime. He was tried and convicted by on 24th March and reduced in the ranks from Sergeant back down to Private. John Walsh returned to duty on 24 March 1899 and was restored to his proper pay six months later. On 18 April 1900, he completed his 12 years service and was discharged from the army. No more is yet known of his subsequent life, or of what became of his daughters Selina and Mary Walsh. Whatever his crime, it was evidently considerable to be so reduced (with a commensurate drop in pay) but we still do not know why he was court-martialed. Many of the papers relating to the Connaught Rangers were destroyed during the London Blitz in World War Two. One possibility is that he was somehow connected to the following incident recorded in The Times on 5th June 1899, perhaps as the Sergeant in charge of the four Privates:
BOMBAY, June 3. An affair in which British soldiers and natives were concerned, and which has from time to time aroused some public attention, has now been concluded. Four privates of the Connaught Rangers, one of them unarmed, while shooting near Meerut in December last, killed a peacock. The villagers were angry and thereupon attacked two of the soldiers, who first fired in the air, but being hard pressed were afterwards compelled to fire among the crowd, a native being wounded. These two men then effected their escape. The natives next attempted to seize the other two men, and one of them, the soldier’ who was unarmed, was severely mauled. As he lay on the ground his comrade came to the rescue and fired. Both then fled but were chased, and the man who had a rifle again fired several shots, killing one native and wounding another. Both the soldiers and the natives made a complaint at the nearest police- station. The investigating magistrate, after an elaborate inquiry, committed the natives for trial and discharged the soldiers, holding that they acted in self-defence. An application was after- wards made by the local government asking the High Court to call for the records, as it desired to satisfy itself whether a further inquiry was necessary. The judgment of the High Court upheld the magistrate’s decision and directed that the records should be returned without any order.’ *
With thanks to Phil Gilson, Brooklyn NY (Honorary Colonel of the 88th Brigade, New York Guard). Niamh Sammon, Mark Gavin and Oliver Walsh. For additional information, see the Connaught Rangers Association.
THE CONNAUGHT RANGERS AT MEERUT.
House of Commons Debates -16 June 1899 vol 72 c1335 1335
MR. HERBERT ROBERTS (Denbighshire, W.)
I beg to ask the Secretary of State for India whether his attention has been drawn to the shooting case in which four privates of the Connaught Rangers came into collision with some natives near Meerut in December last, and which has aroused considerable interest in India; and whether, in view of the frequent occurrence of such conflicts in India, due to the practice of British soldiers carrying firearms whilst off duty, he will consider whether more stringent regulations are required in the interests of the public peace.
THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR INDIA (Lord G. HAMILTON,) Middlesex, Ealing
I have seen with much regret a newspaper report of the occurrence referred to, and have observed that it was found by the High Court of the North-Western Provinces that the soldiers acted in self defence. As regards the second part of the question, the Government of India were consulted by me last year, and were of opinion that there was no ground for special measures. In this opinion I concur. The regulations for the grant to soldiers of shooting passes, which were revised in 1892 and 1895, are already very stringent. The hon. Member is mistaken in supposing that cases of collision between British soldiers and natives are of frequent occurrence. | <urn:uuid:2b5f05f3-aef5-4b50-90bd-2fba4c39d4b4> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://turtlebunbury.com/document/john-walsh-the-connaught-rangers/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473871.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222225655-20240223015655-00122.warc.gz | en | 0.986781 | 2,279 | 3.328125 | 3 | [
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0.2941191196... | 1 | From the Field Marshals, Generals and Admirals who conquered the globe right down to the vital Private soldier, the Irish impact upon the British Empire was nothing short of astounding. In the 1830s, a whopping 42% of the British Army was Irish. As Ruth Dudley-Edwards noted, they were ‘overwhelmingly Catholic young men, although Protestants were better represented in the officer classes.’ In the Crimean War of the 1850s, 13 of the 22 Victoria Crosses awarded went to Irishmen. By the last decades of the 19th century, 17.5% of British officers were drawn from the Protestant Anglo-Irish elite. During the Great War, perhaps as many as quarter of a million Irish men and women served in its army, navy and airforce.
By the 1880s, British recruiting officers had worked out that if a regiment carried the name of a specific geographical region, then men from that region were more likely to enlist. Hence, as part of the Cardwell-Childers Reforms, much of the armed forces went through a massive reshuffle as the old 17th and 18th century infantry regiments were banded together into all new regiments.
Amongst these were the 88th Regiment of Foot – apparently nicknamed ‘The Devil’s Own’ by Sir Thomas Picton, their somewhat tyrannical commander during the Peninsula War – and the 94th Regiment of Foot, which were amalgamated into the Connaught Rangers. The regiment also included the South Mayo Rifles Militia, the Galway Militia, the Roscommon Militia and the North Mayo Fusiliers Militia.
The Connaught Rangers formed two battalions, with 1,000 men in each. Some joined out of patriotism to the empire. Others enlisted for reasons of political motivation, moral conscience, economic necessity or a desire to see the world. Some of the older men were veterans of the Crimean War and the Indian Mutiny (or Indian War of Independence) of 1857. Their principal barracks and recruiting depot was King House in Boyle, Co. Roscommon, a former townhouse of the Kings of Rockingham, which the Ministry of Defence bought and converted it into the Rangers stronghold in 1870.
One battalion was always kept at home (in Britain or Ireland) to train, while another served abroad. One of the recruits of the 2nd Battalion was John Walsh, the 5ft 8¼ high grey-eyed, brown-haired son of another soldier from Auburn, Athlone, Co. Westmeath. Born in 1865, and christened in the Catholic church of St. Peter’s, Athlone, he was the son of John and Mary Walsh and he had two sisters, Maria and Rose. After an inspection in Galway on the 26th January 1887, he was accepted into the Regiment in Athlone the next day.
After the required 12 months training, John would have been posted out to the Mediterranean where, between 1889 and 1895, he spent six years on the British-controlled islands of Malta and Cyprus. Cyprus and Malta would have been considered ‘paradise postings’ for young men from Connaught as there was very little to do in the early 1890s but soak up the sun. However, their strategic importance was immense as it enabled them to keep well-trained regiments right on the doorsteps of potential trouble-spots in the Middle East, North Africa and Asia.
John Walsh returned to Britain during this time because on St. Valentine’s Day 1893, he was married in Pembroke, South Wales, to Mary Mason, with whom he had a daughter Selina Ellen Walsh six months later, on 17th August 1893. In June 1894, John was promoted to Sergeant which gave him the right to bring his wife and daughter to Cairo with him. They would have lived together in a married NCO’s quarters.
In October 1895 the 2nd Battalion was sent to British-controlled Egypt where there was mounting concern that an anti-British rebellion was about to erupt in neighbouring Sudan and spread into the ancient land of the Pharaohs. Only ten years earlier, a Mahdi uprising in Sudan had led to the death of the great British war hero General Gordon at Khartoum. Sergeant Walsh and his fellow Rangers were part of Kerry-born General Kitchener’s Anglo-Egyptian Nile Expeditionary Force which invaded Sudan. However, in November 1897, the British felt sufficiently confident of victory in Sudan to deploy the battalion onwards to India. The Mahdi were ruthlessly crushed at the battle of Omdurman in 1898. The Mahdi had two machine guns, Kitchener had 55. And the statistics ran accordingly. The British racked up 47 killed and 340 wounded, while the Mahdi mourned 9,700 dead, 13,000 wounded and 5,000 captured.
During his time in Egypt, John Walsh’s wife Mary had a second baby girl Kathleen Mary Walsh, born in the Citadel of Cairo on 22nd April 1896. However, Mrs. Walsh died in Cairo on 2nd July 1896. Given that John Walsh now had two small daughters in India, it seems likely they were sent back to live with relatives in Ireland. We do not know what happened to Selina Walsh but on the 1911 Census of Ireland, fourteen-year-old Mary Walsh was described as a ‘nurse child’ who had been born in Egypt. By then she was living with the family of John Brien and his wife Catherine (née Henry) at Barrymore just across the border from Athlone in County Roscommon. Their homestead lay right beside the railway line but has since disappeared. We do not yet know what became of Mary Walsh in later life.
Meanwhile, her father arrived in India shortly in January 1897. The Connaught Rangers were to spend the next 11 years on the sub-continent. Initially just south of Bombay, they were later stationed at Meerut, Nasirabad, Neemuch, Ahmednagar and Poona. They developed a reputation as one of the most respected and feared regiments in the Empire.
The Rangers served with distinction throughout the First World War and suffered hideous casualties. Most of the battalion were wiped out at the 1st and 2nd Battle of Ypres. At Gallipoli, nearly 1,000 Rangers were killed or wounded. At the conclusion of the war, the surviving Rangers returned to their posts in India. In 1920, the Connaught Rangers of India dominated the headlines when a number of them mutinied in support of Irish independence, hoisting the tricolour and demanding an end to British occupation of Ireland. The Connaught Rangers was disbanded in 1922 and a number of them joined the Free State army, providing vital experience to Michael Collins force. But others were appalled by how castigated they and other former British soldiers had become in the new Ireland and felt obliged to abandon their ancestral homeland.
Sadly John Walsh’s promising career ended in disgrace. On 13 March 1899, just a year before he completed his 12 years service in the army, he was arrested for what remains an unknown crime. He was tried and convicted by on 24th March and reduced in the ranks from Sergeant back down to Private. John Walsh returned to duty on 24 March 1899 and was restored to his proper pay six months later. On 18 April 1900, he completed his 12 years service and was discharged from the army. No more is yet known of his subsequent life, or of what became of his daughters Selina and Mary Walsh. Whatever his crime, it was evidently considerable to be so reduced (with a commensurate drop in pay) but we still do not know why he was court-martialed. Many of the papers relating to the Connaught Rangers were destroyed during the London Blitz in World War Two. One possibility is that he was somehow connected to the following incident recorded in The Times on 5th June 1899, perhaps as the Sergeant in charge of the four Privates:
BOMBAY, June 3. An affair in which British soldiers and natives were concerned, and which has from time to time aroused some public attention, has now been concluded. Four privates of the Connaught Rangers, one of them unarmed, while shooting near Meerut in December last, killed a peacock. The villagers were angry and thereupon attacked two of the soldiers, who first fired in the air, but being hard pressed were afterwards compelled to fire among the crowd, a native being wounded. These two men then effected their escape. The natives next attempted to seize the other two men, and one of them, the soldier’ who was unarmed, was severely mauled. As he lay on the ground his comrade came to the rescue and fired. Both then fled but were chased, and the man who had a rifle again fired several shots, killing one native and wounding another. Both the soldiers and the natives made a complaint at the nearest police- station. The investigating magistrate, after an elaborate inquiry, committed the natives for trial and discharged the soldiers, holding that they acted in self-defence. An application was after- wards made by the local government asking the High Court to call for the records, as it desired to satisfy itself whether a further inquiry was necessary. The judgment of the High Court upheld the magistrate’s decision and directed that the records should be returned without any order.’ *
With thanks to Phil Gilson, Brooklyn NY (Honorary Colonel of the 88th Brigade, New York Guard). Niamh Sammon, Mark Gavin and Oliver Walsh. For additional information, see the Connaught Rangers Association.
THE CONNAUGHT RANGERS AT MEERUT.
House of Commons Debates -16 June 1899 vol 72 c1335 1335
MR. HERBERT ROBERTS (Denbighshire, W.)
I beg to ask the Secretary of State for India whether his attention has been drawn to the shooting case in which four privates of the Connaught Rangers came into collision with some natives near Meerut in December last, and which has aroused considerable interest in India; and whether, in view of the frequent occurrence of such conflicts in India, due to the practice of British soldiers carrying firearms whilst off duty, he will consider whether more stringent regulations are required in the interests of the public peace.
THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR INDIA (Lord G. HAMILTON,) Middlesex, Ealing
I have seen with much regret a newspaper report of the occurrence referred to, and have observed that it was found by the High Court of the North-Western Provinces that the soldiers acted in self defence. As regards the second part of the question, the Government of India were consulted by me last year, and were of opinion that there was no ground for special measures. In this opinion I concur. The regulations for the grant to soldiers of shooting passes, which were revised in 1892 and 1895, are already very stringent. The hon. Member is mistaken in supposing that cases of collision between British soldiers and natives are of frequent occurrence. | 2,429 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Stephen Hawking was a renowned British theoretical physicist and cosmologist who made great contributions to the fields of cosmology and quantum gravity. He was also a prolific author, writing several books on science and philosophy. He passed away in 2018, leaving behind a legacy of discoveries and theories that have changed the way scientists view the universe. In this article, we will take a look at Stephen Hawking’s life, his legacy, and his impact on science and the world.
Stephen Hawking’s Life
Stephen Hawking was born in Oxford, England in 1942. He attended University College, Oxford, where he studied mathematics and physics. He went on to pursue a PhD in cosmology at Cambridge University, and in 1966 he published his first major work, A Brief History of Time. His work on black holes, Hawking radiation, and the Big Bang theory made him a renowned figure in the scientific community.
Hawking was diagnosed with ALS in 1963 and was given a life expectancy of two years. However, he continued to work despite his disability and became one of the most influential scientists of the 20th century. He wrote several books on science and philosophy, and his work helped to shape the field of modern cosmology.
Stephen Hawking’s Legacy
Stephen Hawking’s contributions to science and philosophy have had a lasting impact on the world. His work on black holes and Hawking radiation helped to shape the field of modern cosmology. He also wrote extensively on the philosophy of science, and his work has inspired generations of scientists and thinkers.
Hawking’s legacy also extends beyond science. He was an advocate for disability rights and a strong supporter of space exploration. He was also a vocal advocate for the belief that science and religion can coexist. He was a powerful advocate for the scientific method and for the power of reason and logic.
Stephen Hawking’s life and legacy will continue to inspire and influence generations of scientists and thinkers. His work has helped to shape the fields of cosmology and quantum gravity, and his writings have inspired millions around the world. His advocacy for disability rights and his belief that science and religion can coexist will continue to be an inspiration for generations to come. | <urn:uuid:16c69b8c-bde1-4a2f-ac8b-273304f4d9a7> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://thestarsfact.com/stephen-hawking/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474676.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20240227121318-20240227151318-00734.warc.gz | en | 0.981224 | 445 | 3.78125 | 4 | [
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Stephen Hawking’s Life
Stephen Hawking was born in Oxford, England in 1942. He attended University College, Oxford, where he studied mathematics and physics. He went on to pursue a PhD in cosmology at Cambridge University, and in 1966 he published his first major work, A Brief History of Time. His work on black holes, Hawking radiation, and the Big Bang theory made him a renowned figure in the scientific community.
Hawking was diagnosed with ALS in 1963 and was given a life expectancy of two years. However, he continued to work despite his disability and became one of the most influential scientists of the 20th century. He wrote several books on science and philosophy, and his work helped to shape the field of modern cosmology.
Stephen Hawking’s Legacy
Stephen Hawking’s contributions to science and philosophy have had a lasting impact on the world. His work on black holes and Hawking radiation helped to shape the field of modern cosmology. He also wrote extensively on the philosophy of science, and his work has inspired generations of scientists and thinkers.
Hawking’s legacy also extends beyond science. He was an advocate for disability rights and a strong supporter of space exploration. He was also a vocal advocate for the belief that science and religion can coexist. He was a powerful advocate for the scientific method and for the power of reason and logic.
Stephen Hawking’s life and legacy will continue to inspire and influence generations of scientists and thinkers. His work has helped to shape the fields of cosmology and quantum gravity, and his writings have inspired millions around the world. His advocacy for disability rights and his belief that science and religion can coexist will continue to be an inspiration for generations to come. | 456 | ENGLISH | 1 |
If a plant is stressed but no one hears it, does it still make a sound? While that's not quite the way the saying goes, researchers have discovered that the answer to the question is a resounding "yes." By monitoring tomato and tobacco plants, they discovered that plants which are under stress – from conditions such as being cut or from having a lack of water – emit a series of popping sounds. Even though these sounds are produced at human conversational levels, they are emitted at a frequency too high for our own ears to pick up, although that's likely not the case for insects and a range of other animals.
Researchers at Israel's Tel Aviv University (TAU) placed tobacco and tomato plants along with a series of specialized microphones first in soundproof acoustic chambers, and then in less sound-isolating greenhouses. They then recorded the sounds the plants made as they were cut and deprived of water. They discovered that the plants make popping noises when they were put through these trials, but the noises are in the ultrasonic frequency, so while the mics could pick them up, human ears could not. However, say the researchers, the noise could be heard by other species, which could provide them with valuable information. | <urn:uuid:e90b38fd-e80d-4fb8-ac94-32602f066477> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.freedomsphoenix.com/News/341738-2023-04-02-listen-in-as-stressed-plants-pop-off-about-their-discomfort.htm | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474653.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20240226062606-20240226092606-00732.warc.gz | en | 0.984284 | 249 | 3.65625 | 4 | [
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Researchers at Israel's Tel Aviv University (TAU) placed tobacco and tomato plants along with a series of specialized microphones first in soundproof acoustic chambers, and then in less sound-isolating greenhouses. They then recorded the sounds the plants made as they were cut and deprived of water. They discovered that the plants make popping noises when they were put through these trials, but the noises are in the ultrasonic frequency, so while the mics could pick them up, human ears could not. However, say the researchers, the noise could be heard by other species, which could provide them with valuable information. | 249 | ENGLISH | 1 |
At the end of our topic last half term, we set up the following investigation: how long do asexual plants take to reproduce and what are the best conditions to reproduce them?
We decided to leave the cuttings of a mint plant in water in three different locations: on the roof (under cover so rain water couldn’t mix), in the cupboard and on the classroom window sill. We had learned in previous lessons that asexual plants can reproduce themselves but we wanted to know in what conditions and how long they will take. We ensured the test was fair by keeping the following variables the same: the amount of water they were in, the size of the cuttings, the measuring jugs and the amount of time they were left for. The one variable we changed was the location. Today, after a month, we took a look at the cuttings to see what had happened.
- The leaves of the cutting left in the cupboard had mostly fallen off and had turned brown. The water had discoloured as well. The plant appeared not to be very well, however five large roots had grown from the stem and there was clear evidence of reproduction
- The cutting left on the window sill had the most developed roots, the leaves had not fallen and remained green.
- The water level of the cutting on the window sill had decreased by 170ml, while the water level for the cutting on the roof decreased by 80ml and the water level for the cutting left in the cupboard decreased by 100ml.
- The cutting left on the roof did show evidence of reproduction but the root growing from the cutting was very small, many of the leaves remained green and had not fallen.
Our next job is to answer the question ‘how long will it take to reproduce an asexual plant?’ So, we’re going to plant the cutting from the window sill in soil, water it regularly, leave it in its location and see what happens…
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We decided to leave the cuttings of a mint plant in water in three different locations: on the roof (under cover so rain water couldn’t mix), in the cupboard and on the classroom window sill. We had learned in previous lessons that asexual plants can reproduce themselves but we wanted to know in what conditions and how long they will take. We ensured the test was fair by keeping the following variables the same: the amount of water they were in, the size of the cuttings, the measuring jugs and the amount of time they were left for. The one variable we changed was the location. Today, after a month, we took a look at the cuttings to see what had happened.
- The leaves of the cutting left in the cupboard had mostly fallen off and had turned brown. The water had discoloured as well. The plant appeared not to be very well, however five large roots had grown from the stem and there was clear evidence of reproduction
- The cutting left on the window sill had the most developed roots, the leaves had not fallen and remained green.
- The water level of the cutting on the window sill had decreased by 170ml, while the water level for the cutting on the roof decreased by 80ml and the water level for the cutting left in the cupboard decreased by 100ml.
- The cutting left on the roof did show evidence of reproduction but the root growing from the cutting was very small, many of the leaves remained green and had not fallen.
Our next job is to answer the question ‘how long will it take to reproduce an asexual plant?’ So, we’re going to plant the cutting from the window sill in soil, water it regularly, leave it in its location and see what happens…
What conclusions do you think we drew from our observations? | 405 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Amazing Historical Facts About Henry VIII
Way back when, on the 28th June 1491, one of England's most famous monarchs was born. King Henry VIII. Known for his six wives, desperation for a male heir, and desire to separate from the Catholic church. Jolly old Henry continues to fascinate us even today. That's why we've put together some of our favourite historical facts about this rotund royal, so you can think about him all over again. It's exactly what he would want. So, here are our favourite facts about Henry VIII!
1. He Was Not Expected to Rule
Henry was the second son of Henry VII and Elizabeth of York. His elder brother, Arthur, was heir to the throne until he died from sweating sickness at 15. Yes, that's a thing. And yes, they were sorely lacking antiperspirant back in ye olden times. Then, when Henry was just 17 his father passed away. We cannot confirm nor deny that this was from sweating. Fresh into his A levels, Henry took the throne. Sadly, his grades suffered. Not really you silly sausage! Henry was above A Levels. Plus, there were only like 2 uni's back then, and they wouldn't turn down a king. Once atop the throne, Henry VIII continued living a leisurely life for a monarch - preferring to sleep in. In fact, he only really got up to hunt, hawk, dance, gamble and play cards over his official duties. Sounds like a student to us. Except for the hawking. Unless it's a new thing the kids are into. We can't keep up, don't pretend you can.
2. He Was a Published Author
Before separating from the Catholic Church, Henry VIII wrote a 30,000 response to Martin Luther's protestant Ninety-five Theses, praising the church in Rome. He was the first English king to publish a book and the Pope declared Henry VIII "Defender of the Faith". A declaration he would rescind in years to come. Want to know why? Well, he created the Church of England, and separated from the Catholic Church, so he could get divorced. Top-level trolling there, Henry.
3. Paranoia and Illness
Henry was obsessed with sickness and death, specifically the sweating sickness - this again - and the plague. Which is fair enough, because living in a time before medicine, proper hygiene and the discovery of bacteria and viruses would have been terrifying. That, and by the age of 30 he'd already caught smallpox and malaria. Any time there was an outbreak, he would minimize his risk of infection by leaving London and limiting the number of ambassadors he saw. Even when Anne Boleyn caught the sweating sickness in 1528, Henry stayed far away until she got better. Henry; bad husband, good infection minimiser.
4. Weight Issues
Yes, some of the more well-known facts about Henry VIII are due to his enviable size. Despite being a tall, handsome and athletic young king (yes, really), the older age was not kind to Henry VIII. When he died in 1547, he weighed nearly 400 pounds and had a 54-inch waist. Impressive, in a time before burger stacks bigger than your head existed. This was partly due to some pretty severe jousting accidents and ulcers on his legs stopping him from his previous activities. And partly because why not? You're over 50 and ruled a kingdom for around 30 years. Just let it go.
5. Merciless King
In his later years, Henry grew more paranoid and ill-tempered. Crowds of prisoners were sent to the Tower of London at his orders. He sent more men and women to their deaths than any other English monarch. In fact, it's estimated 57,000 - 72,000 people were executed during his 37-year reign. Yikes. That's like, dictator numbers.
Not only could Henry speak Latin, French, Ancient Greek and Spanish, but also played the lute - basically a little guitar - and organ, sang, played tennis and jousted. Wow. Who knew that a life of luxury gave people time to do so much cool stuff? Colour us surprised.
7. Serial Womaniser
Henry VIII's womanising reputation has lasted throughout history thanks to his six infamous wives and mistresses. In spite of this reputation, we only know of three specific mistresses, one of which being Anne Boleyn's sister Mary. Not cool, Henry. You should have kept playing tennis instead of playing the field.
8. Wife after Wife
There's a common belief that Henry married and discarded his six wives in quick succession, but that's not exactly true. He married his brother's widow Catherine of Aragon when he came to the throne at 17. Good guy Henry. And, they remained married for nearly 24 years. That is, until he had their marriage annulled in order to marry Anne Boleyn. His shortest marriage was to Anne of Cleves, which lasted six months- she is buried in Westminster Abbey. Bad guy Henry, the inspiration for today's young celebrities. Not in a good way.
9. Belgium Rule
He is the only English monarch to have ruled Belgium. After capturing the significant town of Tournai in 1513, Henry eventually handed the territory to France in 1518. Truly a generous king.
In spite of his obsession with producing a male heir, Henry VIII had four children. Three were from his marriages. The other, who was named Henry Fitzroy (which means son of the king, very clever) was from his mistress Elizabeth Blount. His three "official" children went on to be kings and queens, with his youngest Elizabeth I becoming an iconic monarch in her own right. Quite the legacy, Henry. And those are our favourite facts about Henry VIII! Know any more tasty tidbits about the Tudor's best rapscallion? Let us know in the comments below. Oh, and while you're here, why not check out more of Britain's most famous figured throughout history? Or some fascinating facts about Henry's old home? | <urn:uuid:41c23215-983a-4c07-b20d-a32bedd1ab51> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://londonpass.com/en/blog/facts-about-henry-viii | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476532.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20240304200958-20240304230958-00512.warc.gz | en | 0.983751 | 1,258 | 3.328125 | 3 | [
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Way back when, on the 28th June 1491, one of England's most famous monarchs was born. King Henry VIII. Known for his six wives, desperation for a male heir, and desire to separate from the Catholic church. Jolly old Henry continues to fascinate us even today. That's why we've put together some of our favourite historical facts about this rotund royal, so you can think about him all over again. It's exactly what he would want. So, here are our favourite facts about Henry VIII!
1. He Was Not Expected to Rule
Henry was the second son of Henry VII and Elizabeth of York. His elder brother, Arthur, was heir to the throne until he died from sweating sickness at 15. Yes, that's a thing. And yes, they were sorely lacking antiperspirant back in ye olden times. Then, when Henry was just 17 his father passed away. We cannot confirm nor deny that this was from sweating. Fresh into his A levels, Henry took the throne. Sadly, his grades suffered. Not really you silly sausage! Henry was above A Levels. Plus, there were only like 2 uni's back then, and they wouldn't turn down a king. Once atop the throne, Henry VIII continued living a leisurely life for a monarch - preferring to sleep in. In fact, he only really got up to hunt, hawk, dance, gamble and play cards over his official duties. Sounds like a student to us. Except for the hawking. Unless it's a new thing the kids are into. We can't keep up, don't pretend you can.
2. He Was a Published Author
Before separating from the Catholic Church, Henry VIII wrote a 30,000 response to Martin Luther's protestant Ninety-five Theses, praising the church in Rome. He was the first English king to publish a book and the Pope declared Henry VIII "Defender of the Faith". A declaration he would rescind in years to come. Want to know why? Well, he created the Church of England, and separated from the Catholic Church, so he could get divorced. Top-level trolling there, Henry.
3. Paranoia and Illness
Henry was obsessed with sickness and death, specifically the sweating sickness - this again - and the plague. Which is fair enough, because living in a time before medicine, proper hygiene and the discovery of bacteria and viruses would have been terrifying. That, and by the age of 30 he'd already caught smallpox and malaria. Any time there was an outbreak, he would minimize his risk of infection by leaving London and limiting the number of ambassadors he saw. Even when Anne Boleyn caught the sweating sickness in 1528, Henry stayed far away until she got better. Henry; bad husband, good infection minimiser.
4. Weight Issues
Yes, some of the more well-known facts about Henry VIII are due to his enviable size. Despite being a tall, handsome and athletic young king (yes, really), the older age was not kind to Henry VIII. When he died in 1547, he weighed nearly 400 pounds and had a 54-inch waist. Impressive, in a time before burger stacks bigger than your head existed. This was partly due to some pretty severe jousting accidents and ulcers on his legs stopping him from his previous activities. And partly because why not? You're over 50 and ruled a kingdom for around 30 years. Just let it go.
5. Merciless King
In his later years, Henry grew more paranoid and ill-tempered. Crowds of prisoners were sent to the Tower of London at his orders. He sent more men and women to their deaths than any other English monarch. In fact, it's estimated 57,000 - 72,000 people were executed during his 37-year reign. Yikes. That's like, dictator numbers.
Not only could Henry speak Latin, French, Ancient Greek and Spanish, but also played the lute - basically a little guitar - and organ, sang, played tennis and jousted. Wow. Who knew that a life of luxury gave people time to do so much cool stuff? Colour us surprised.
7. Serial Womaniser
Henry VIII's womanising reputation has lasted throughout history thanks to his six infamous wives and mistresses. In spite of this reputation, we only know of three specific mistresses, one of which being Anne Boleyn's sister Mary. Not cool, Henry. You should have kept playing tennis instead of playing the field.
8. Wife after Wife
There's a common belief that Henry married and discarded his six wives in quick succession, but that's not exactly true. He married his brother's widow Catherine of Aragon when he came to the throne at 17. Good guy Henry. And, they remained married for nearly 24 years. That is, until he had their marriage annulled in order to marry Anne Boleyn. His shortest marriage was to Anne of Cleves, which lasted six months- she is buried in Westminster Abbey. Bad guy Henry, the inspiration for today's young celebrities. Not in a good way.
9. Belgium Rule
He is the only English monarch to have ruled Belgium. After capturing the significant town of Tournai in 1513, Henry eventually handed the territory to France in 1518. Truly a generous king.
In spite of his obsession with producing a male heir, Henry VIII had four children. Three were from his marriages. The other, who was named Henry Fitzroy (which means son of the king, very clever) was from his mistress Elizabeth Blount. His three "official" children went on to be kings and queens, with his youngest Elizabeth I becoming an iconic monarch in her own right. Quite the legacy, Henry. And those are our favourite facts about Henry VIII! Know any more tasty tidbits about the Tudor's best rapscallion? Let us know in the comments below. Oh, and while you're here, why not check out more of Britain's most famous figured throughout history? Or some fascinating facts about Henry's old home? | 1,296 | ENGLISH | 1 |
In a first of its kind, chimpanzees were seen attacking and eating gorillas in the Loango national park in Gabon.
The disputes between the chimpanzees and the gorillas involved two encounters lasting around one hour each. In the first, a gorilla infant was killed, but there was no evidence it was eaten. In the second, however, another gorilla infant was killed and almost entirely consumed by a chimpanzee female adult.
According to the study, this is believed to be a phenomenon called intraguild predation (IGP), in which species that usually share finite resources kill and eat each other in order to eliminate competition. The two encounters were indeed recorded at a time in which food was scarce, which would be a problem for the two species as their diets tend to overlap greatly.
“We are only at the beginning of understanding the effects competition has on the two ape species in Loango,” Pika, a professor at the Max Planck Institute, told Walla. “Our research shows that there is still much to study and discover about our closest relatives and that Loango National Park with its unique habitat is the place to do it.” | <urn:uuid:f5189973-c7fc-4635-add2-d8b3ae219661> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://green-reporter.com/is-climate-change-forcing-omnivorous-species-to-turn-on-each-other/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473819.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222125841-20240222155841-00248.warc.gz | en | 0.98796 | 238 | 3.390625 | 3 | [
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The disputes between the chimpanzees and the gorillas involved two encounters lasting around one hour each. In the first, a gorilla infant was killed, but there was no evidence it was eaten. In the second, however, another gorilla infant was killed and almost entirely consumed by a chimpanzee female adult.
According to the study, this is believed to be a phenomenon called intraguild predation (IGP), in which species that usually share finite resources kill and eat each other in order to eliminate competition. The two encounters were indeed recorded at a time in which food was scarce, which would be a problem for the two species as their diets tend to overlap greatly.
“We are only at the beginning of understanding the effects competition has on the two ape species in Loango,” Pika, a professor at the Max Planck Institute, told Walla. “Our research shows that there is still much to study and discover about our closest relatives and that Loango National Park with its unique habitat is the place to do it.” | 234 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Slavery has been a part of human history for centuries, and Ancient Greece was no exception. In fact, slavery played a significant role in the development of Ancient Greek civilization. However, it is important to note that the term used to refer to slaves in Ancient Greece was not consistent and varied over time.
In early Ancient Greece, the term used to refer to slaves was “doulos,” which means “bondservant” or “slave.” This term was derived from the Greek word “deo,” which means “to bind.” The term was used in a broad sense and referred to any individual who was considered property and could be bought and sold.
During the classical period of Ancient Greece (5th-4th century BCE), the Greeks began using a new term to refer to slaves: “andrapodon.” This term literally means “man-footed” and was used as a more specific term for male slaves. Female slaves were still referred to as “doulas.”
In addition to these terms, there were also different classifications of slaves in Ancient Greece. For example, some slaves were known as “oiketai,” meaning household servants. These individuals worked in the homes of their masters and were responsible for tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and childcare.
Another classification of slaves in Ancient Greece were known as “ergastinai,” meaning laborers. These individuals worked in various fields such as agriculture, mining, and construction.
Despite these various terms and classifications, it is important to recognize that slavery in Ancient Greece was not solely based on race or ethnicity. Slaves came from all walks of life and could be acquired through various means such as debt bondage or being captured during war.
In conclusion, while there were various terms used to refer to slaves in Ancient Greece such as “doulos” and “andrapodon,” what is most important is understanding the significance of slavery within this society. Slavery played a significant role in the development of Ancient Greek civilization, and it is important to continue learning about this complex and often difficult history. | <urn:uuid:4f47f0da-2268-469f-b963-d0bda96b377e> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://historydisclosure.com/what-were-slaves-called-in-ancient-greece/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474670.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20240227021813-20240227051813-00298.warc.gz | en | 0.991983 | 454 | 4.1875 | 4 | [
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In early Ancient Greece, the term used to refer to slaves was “doulos,” which means “bondservant” or “slave.” This term was derived from the Greek word “deo,” which means “to bind.” The term was used in a broad sense and referred to any individual who was considered property and could be bought and sold.
During the classical period of Ancient Greece (5th-4th century BCE), the Greeks began using a new term to refer to slaves: “andrapodon.” This term literally means “man-footed” and was used as a more specific term for male slaves. Female slaves were still referred to as “doulas.”
In addition to these terms, there were also different classifications of slaves in Ancient Greece. For example, some slaves were known as “oiketai,” meaning household servants. These individuals worked in the homes of their masters and were responsible for tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and childcare.
Another classification of slaves in Ancient Greece were known as “ergastinai,” meaning laborers. These individuals worked in various fields such as agriculture, mining, and construction.
Despite these various terms and classifications, it is important to recognize that slavery in Ancient Greece was not solely based on race or ethnicity. Slaves came from all walks of life and could be acquired through various means such as debt bondage or being captured during war.
In conclusion, while there were various terms used to refer to slaves in Ancient Greece such as “doulos” and “andrapodon,” what is most important is understanding the significance of slavery within this society. Slavery played a significant role in the development of Ancient Greek civilization, and it is important to continue learning about this complex and often difficult history. | 411 | ENGLISH | 1 |
The Landwehr regiments recruited in Tyrol and Vorarlberg were named Kk. Landesschützen regiments, and from January 1917 Kaiserschützen regiments. There were three of them. No. III. received its personnel from present-day South Tyrol, of which only a narrow majority were German, the rest of whom were of Italian nationality. During the war, the cadre was deployed farther from the front line to Schärding. All three Tyrolean Landwehr regiments received mountain training. According to pre-Great War mobilization plans, regiments were singled out to defend Tyrol and Carinthia. This was ensured even by the long-standing Tyrolean privileges, they could not be used only to protect their own provinces. But this rule was ignored at the beginning of the Great War, and the regiments were commanded on the Russian front.
However, soon after the Italian war, “provincial shooters” were transferred to the Italian front. They were deployed in Tyrol from 20 August 1915. The III. regiment’s defensive zone was Monte Piano. In 1916, they took part in the battles around the Col di Lana in the Dolomites. In May, the regiment was transferred to the Etsch Valley, to the front section around Rovereto. Later, they took part in trench warfare at different places of this front. In the turmoil at the end of the war, the regiment was taken prisoner by the Italian on November 3rd.
A Landesschütze with blackcock feather on his cap guards the Tyrolean mountains is the main motif on both the regiment’s beautiful postcard and the letter seal. The badge depicts the “usual” Tyrolean eagle with cottonweeds. One of the most beautiful and highly priced badges. | <urn:uuid:79b8a0ed-6b47-4dfd-95c3-dd71bf0a32eb> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://kappenabzeichen.hu/en/landesschutzen-regiment-iii-innichen-2/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473347.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20240220211055-20240221001055-00868.warc.gz | en | 0.985992 | 383 | 3.46875 | 3 | [
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However, soon after the Italian war, “provincial shooters” were transferred to the Italian front. They were deployed in Tyrol from 20 August 1915. The III. regiment’s defensive zone was Monte Piano. In 1916, they took part in the battles around the Col di Lana in the Dolomites. In May, the regiment was transferred to the Etsch Valley, to the front section around Rovereto. Later, they took part in trench warfare at different places of this front. In the turmoil at the end of the war, the regiment was taken prisoner by the Italian on November 3rd.
A Landesschütze with blackcock feather on his cap guards the Tyrolean mountains is the main motif on both the regiment’s beautiful postcard and the letter seal. The badge depicts the “usual” Tyrolean eagle with cottonweeds. One of the most beautiful and highly priced badges. | 383 | ENGLISH | 1 |
In Greek mythology, Tereus was a son of Ares and husband of Procne. He had one son: Itys. Tereus loved his wife's sister, Philomela. Telling Philomela that her sister had died, he seduced her, cut her tongue out and held her captive so she could never tell anyone. Philomela wove a tapestry that told her story and gave it to Procne. In revenge, Procne killed her son by Tereus, Itys, and fed him to Tereus unknowingly. Tereus tried to kill the sisters but all three were changed by the Olympian Gods into birds: Tereus was a hoopoe; Procne was a nightingale whose song is a song of mourning for the loss of her son.; Philomela was a swallow commonly thought of as a voiceless bird.
The names "Procne" and "Philomela" are sometimes used in literature to refer to a nightingale, though only the latter is mythologically correct.
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The names "Procne" and "Philomela" are sometimes used in literature to refer to a nightingale, though only the latter is mythologically correct.
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Charles de Gaulle s Vision of France At the end of World War II, many European countries were damaged politically, socially, and economically due to the invasion of Germany. Europe was in pieces and many people thought that it would never recover from such a devastating blow. However, during these hard times in search of hope and a better future, European countries pushed onward towards massive recovery and restoration of power. During this period a man by the name of Charles de Gaulle became a leader of the French people. He envisioned France to become recognized as a great power as it once was in the past and he would lead his country into its new future. De Gaulle was seen as a leader of France during World War II, but he disappointed ly declined gaining government authority during the 1940 s.
Finally in 1958, de Gaulle came back to power with great expectations to establish France s independence and to restore France as a world power, however his dreams fell short to reality. Charles de Gaulle was born in 1890 and grew up in Lille. His father had a great impact towards his life, which helped develop de Gaulle s great patriotism for his country. Growing up as a child Charles was always smart and was a very good student.
Instead of going to a polytechnic college, he went to a French military school because of the passion he had for his country. He fought in the trenches during World War I and made his way through the ranks to General during World War II. During this time, in disgust with his French leaders for not fighting the Germans, de Gaulle refused to surrender and fled to Great Britain. Soon after the fall of France in 1940, leaflets were published, signed by a virtually unknown brigadier general: France has lost a battle, it has not lost the war. De Gaulle had not given up the fight against the Germans and was determined to see France victorious. In London during 1940 de Gaulle began to tak action which gained him popularity and marked the beginning of the Free French Movement.
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De Gaulle was totally convinced that he had a historical mission to save France, to restore its honor and dignity, to make it again a great nation. The nation of France was in chaos, the people were looking for someone to turn to and de Gaulle was this man. De Gaulle was recognized as leader of the French government in exile and most of the resistance groups in Great Britain supported him. However, the British and the Americans did not take his leadership seriously. During 1943, the Casablanca Conference was held in which the British and Americans claimed unconditional surrender to Germany, however both countries refused to recognize de Gaulle as leader during this conference. De Gaulle saw himself as the leader of France but his allies did not, this lead to tension between them and made communication difficult.
De Gaulle was stubborn and refused any help that would be given to France from his allies. He believed that he had whole authority over France and he should decide what it needed. De Gaulle returned to France in August of 1944 embraced by the French people and looked upon as a hero. His main focus was on the liberation of France but other than this, his plan for the future of France was unclear.
The French economy during this time was very bad and the people were not paying much attention to government authority. The war was not entirely over and all of France was not yet liberated but de Gaulle still pushed to restore the authority of the central government. As restoration took place social grievances became the main concern. The French people wanted to concentrate on problems caused by the war such as industry, agriculture, communication and transportation. However, economics was not de Gaulle s main concern, he was more focused on establishing France as a great power. Although he had different interests, De Gaulle was elected head of government in 1946, but due to limitations enforced on his power he resigned.
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The transition from war to peace was over; the political parties, he said, could now assume full responsibility for affairs of state; de Gaulle was no longer needed. De Gaulle did not like the political system or government that was established in the Fourth Republic. Although he was no longer an active participant in government he still continued to work in politics and had not forgotten his vision of France. As de Gaulle predicted the Fourth Republic of France was unable to fulfill the needs of the French people. In 1958 by popular demand Charles de Gaulle came back into power.
One of the first priorities on de Gaulle s agenda was to establish a constitution for the new Republic. The creation of a new constitution was of great importance to de Gaulle because he wanted more power as president. The constitution stated that the president of the Fifth Republic had the right to choose his own Prime Minister, to dissolve parliament, to call a referendum on specified issues if proposed either by the government or jointly by the two Assemblies; and above all, at times of grave crisis, to assume plenary powers under Article 16. With the influence of de Gaulle the constitution of the Fifth Republic contained key policies that he had been dreaming to obtain for many years. De Gaulle believed that in order for him to make France a great nation again he must obtain these presidential powers. De Gaulle took power in 1958 and one of the immediate problems he was dealt with was the issue surrounding the colonization of Algeria.
De Gaulle told the people of France that he would not lose Algeria, however foreign affairs were never de Gaulle s strong point. Although the people believed that de Gaulle was trying to keep Algeria French he actually began to decolonize it. De Gaulle was determined to get France out of the Algerian impasse, which, as he could see, blocked her economic and diplomatic recovery and her military-technological modernization. Although de Gaulle did this for the best interest of France he failed to follow through with what he had originally promised to the people. De Gaulle did not forget how Great Britain and the U. S.
Charles de Gaulle was born in Lille, France, on Nov. 22, 1890, the son of a teacher of philosophy and literature at a Jesuit college. From early childhood he took an interest in reading. Fascinated by history, he formed an almost mystical formation of service to France. De Gaulle graduated from the Ecole Militaire of Saint-Cyr in 1912 and joined an infantry division. In World War I he was wounded ...
treated him during World War II. De Gaulle insisted that both the U. S. and British did not have the same interests as France or Europe. De Gaulle felt that the Americans were trying to take control of Europe making decisions for Europeans to help benefit the U.
S. This outlook led de Gaulle to refuse any contribution the U. S. tried to make to help Europe.
Unlike the rest of the world de Gaulle saw France as a world power and should not be looked upon as anything less. In 1959, one year after de Gaulle came to power he ordered the French naval unit to withdraw from NATO. By 1966 de Gaulle had withdrawn all French forces from the treaty organization (NATO) which resulted in the headquarters of NATO to be moved from Paris to Brussels. De Gaulle carried out these actions to prove France s independence and to stress not having to rely on other countries for help or decision making. By 1958 the European Economic Community (EEC) allowed Europe to bounce back from economic crisis caused by the war. De Gaulle was first against the notion of the EEC because it took away from the idea of an independent France.
However the results the EEC produced forced de Gaulle to change his mind. Although the EEC was an agreement between six countries the main contributors were France and Germany. By 1963 the EEC had the greatest trading market in the world and its goal was to remove all internal custom barriers within the six countries by 1967. In 1963 Great Britain applied to join the EEC as it saw to help strengthen the European Community. However de Gaulle thought differently and vetoed its application. De Gaulle feared that Great Britain would gain too much power within the EEC destroying what the French had already accomplished.
I want England in the Common Market. But naked and powerless. Although de Gaulle had this fear of losing power he pointed out that agricultural differences in Great Britain would cause a negative impact towards the EEC. De Gaulle did not want Great Britain to come in and start running the show.
He was very conscious of France maintaining power, which was exemplified again when he vetoed Great Britain for a second time in 1967. De Gaulle was soon to find out that France s government was not as strong as he thought. In 1968 many demonstrations and riots took place throughout France. This proved that de Gaulle did not have complete control over the French society. In 1969 de Gaulle challenged the voters and called for a referendum. This failed, as the majority of voters no longer wanted to see De Gaulle as leader.
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0.514179348945617... | 1 | Charles de Gaulle s Vision of France At the end of World War II, many European countries were damaged politically, socially, and economically due to the invasion of Germany. Europe was in pieces and many people thought that it would never recover from such a devastating blow. However, during these hard times in search of hope and a better future, European countries pushed onward towards massive recovery and restoration of power. During this period a man by the name of Charles de Gaulle became a leader of the French people. He envisioned France to become recognized as a great power as it once was in the past and he would lead his country into its new future. De Gaulle was seen as a leader of France during World War II, but he disappointed ly declined gaining government authority during the 1940 s.
Finally in 1958, de Gaulle came back to power with great expectations to establish France s independence and to restore France as a world power, however his dreams fell short to reality. Charles de Gaulle was born in 1890 and grew up in Lille. His father had a great impact towards his life, which helped develop de Gaulle s great patriotism for his country. Growing up as a child Charles was always smart and was a very good student.
Instead of going to a polytechnic college, he went to a French military school because of the passion he had for his country. He fought in the trenches during World War I and made his way through the ranks to General during World War II. During this time, in disgust with his French leaders for not fighting the Germans, de Gaulle refused to surrender and fled to Great Britain. Soon after the fall of France in 1940, leaflets were published, signed by a virtually unknown brigadier general: France has lost a battle, it has not lost the war. De Gaulle had not given up the fight against the Germans and was determined to see France victorious. In London during 1940 de Gaulle began to tak action which gained him popularity and marked the beginning of the Free French Movement.
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De Gaulle was totally convinced that he had a historical mission to save France, to restore its honor and dignity, to make it again a great nation. The nation of France was in chaos, the people were looking for someone to turn to and de Gaulle was this man. De Gaulle was recognized as leader of the French government in exile and most of the resistance groups in Great Britain supported him. However, the British and the Americans did not take his leadership seriously. During 1943, the Casablanca Conference was held in which the British and Americans claimed unconditional surrender to Germany, however both countries refused to recognize de Gaulle as leader during this conference. De Gaulle saw himself as the leader of France but his allies did not, this lead to tension between them and made communication difficult.
De Gaulle was stubborn and refused any help that would be given to France from his allies. He believed that he had whole authority over France and he should decide what it needed. De Gaulle returned to France in August of 1944 embraced by the French people and looked upon as a hero. His main focus was on the liberation of France but other than this, his plan for the future of France was unclear.
The French economy during this time was very bad and the people were not paying much attention to government authority. The war was not entirely over and all of France was not yet liberated but de Gaulle still pushed to restore the authority of the central government. As restoration took place social grievances became the main concern. The French people wanted to concentrate on problems caused by the war such as industry, agriculture, communication and transportation. However, economics was not de Gaulle s main concern, he was more focused on establishing France as a great power. Although he had different interests, De Gaulle was elected head of government in 1946, but due to limitations enforced on his power he resigned.
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The transition from war to peace was over; the political parties, he said, could now assume full responsibility for affairs of state; de Gaulle was no longer needed. De Gaulle did not like the political system or government that was established in the Fourth Republic. Although he was no longer an active participant in government he still continued to work in politics and had not forgotten his vision of France. As de Gaulle predicted the Fourth Republic of France was unable to fulfill the needs of the French people. In 1958 by popular demand Charles de Gaulle came back into power.
One of the first priorities on de Gaulle s agenda was to establish a constitution for the new Republic. The creation of a new constitution was of great importance to de Gaulle because he wanted more power as president. The constitution stated that the president of the Fifth Republic had the right to choose his own Prime Minister, to dissolve parliament, to call a referendum on specified issues if proposed either by the government or jointly by the two Assemblies; and above all, at times of grave crisis, to assume plenary powers under Article 16. With the influence of de Gaulle the constitution of the Fifth Republic contained key policies that he had been dreaming to obtain for many years. De Gaulle believed that in order for him to make France a great nation again he must obtain these presidential powers. De Gaulle took power in 1958 and one of the immediate problems he was dealt with was the issue surrounding the colonization of Algeria.
De Gaulle told the people of France that he would not lose Algeria, however foreign affairs were never de Gaulle s strong point. Although the people believed that de Gaulle was trying to keep Algeria French he actually began to decolonize it. De Gaulle was determined to get France out of the Algerian impasse, which, as he could see, blocked her economic and diplomatic recovery and her military-technological modernization. Although de Gaulle did this for the best interest of France he failed to follow through with what he had originally promised to the people. De Gaulle did not forget how Great Britain and the U. S.
Charles de Gaulle was born in Lille, France, on Nov. 22, 1890, the son of a teacher of philosophy and literature at a Jesuit college. From early childhood he took an interest in reading. Fascinated by history, he formed an almost mystical formation of service to France. De Gaulle graduated from the Ecole Militaire of Saint-Cyr in 1912 and joined an infantry division. In World War I he was wounded ...
treated him during World War II. De Gaulle insisted that both the U. S. and British did not have the same interests as France or Europe. De Gaulle felt that the Americans were trying to take control of Europe making decisions for Europeans to help benefit the U.
S. This outlook led de Gaulle to refuse any contribution the U. S. tried to make to help Europe.
Unlike the rest of the world de Gaulle saw France as a world power and should not be looked upon as anything less. In 1959, one year after de Gaulle came to power he ordered the French naval unit to withdraw from NATO. By 1966 de Gaulle had withdrawn all French forces from the treaty organization (NATO) which resulted in the headquarters of NATO to be moved from Paris to Brussels. De Gaulle carried out these actions to prove France s independence and to stress not having to rely on other countries for help or decision making. By 1958 the European Economic Community (EEC) allowed Europe to bounce back from economic crisis caused by the war. De Gaulle was first against the notion of the EEC because it took away from the idea of an independent France.
However the results the EEC produced forced de Gaulle to change his mind. Although the EEC was an agreement between six countries the main contributors were France and Germany. By 1963 the EEC had the greatest trading market in the world and its goal was to remove all internal custom barriers within the six countries by 1967. In 1963 Great Britain applied to join the EEC as it saw to help strengthen the European Community. However de Gaulle thought differently and vetoed its application. De Gaulle feared that Great Britain would gain too much power within the EEC destroying what the French had already accomplished.
I want England in the Common Market. But naked and powerless. Although de Gaulle had this fear of losing power he pointed out that agricultural differences in Great Britain would cause a negative impact towards the EEC. De Gaulle did not want Great Britain to come in and start running the show.
He was very conscious of France maintaining power, which was exemplified again when he vetoed Great Britain for a second time in 1967. De Gaulle was soon to find out that France s government was not as strong as he thought. In 1968 many demonstrations and riots took place throughout France. This proved that de Gaulle did not have complete control over the French society. In 1969 de Gaulle challenged the voters and called for a referendum. This failed, as the majority of voters no longer wanted to see De Gaulle as leader.
In the 17th and 18th centuries, Great Britain, France, and the Hapsburg Empire were all competing for the fate of Europe.France, in particular, was caught between being a continental power or a world power; taking control of the Rhine and most of Central Europe, or taking control of The New World. France’s primary goal at the time was for control of the Rhine, but this goal was not without ...
Understanding that the people did not want him, de Gaulle resigned quietly and left for his home in the countryside of France. Charles De Gaulle died a year later taking with him the vision of his France. Charles de Gaulle was never a politician he was a leader for the French society. He spent most of his life trying to revitalize France so it could be recognized as a world power. The actions and decisions de Gaulle made may not have always been the correct ones, but from his standpoint they were vital for achieving his goals. Although de Gaulle never fulfilled his dream of France he made a great effort for his country to be recognized as a world power.. | 2,302 | ENGLISH | 1 |
A small percentage of significant permanent collections in the United States and Europe contain works by female artists. Compared to men's artwork, women's art sells at substantial discounts. Despite being the subject of roughly half of the top 25 paintings, only two works by women have ever entered the top 100 painting auction sales.
Women were barred mainly from artistic professions and training until the 1870s. Although women have traditionally faced bias and discrimination when trying to further their careers in the arts, innumerable accomplished women artists have left their mark on the world of visual arts. From the Renaissance to American modernism and beyond, women have always played pivotal roles in the arts. These painters produced groundbreaking works and established new schools of thought and painting methods that influenced contemporary creators.
Barriers Female Artists Faced
All of the liberties that modern western women enjoy are relatively recent developments. Women who achieved prominence in their fields centuries ago seldom had any say in politics and were often silenced in the creative sphere as well. It was already difficult for artists to make a living in Europe between the 15th and 19th centuries without contending with the additional obstacles women faced.
Before the turn of the 20th century, women could only work in the arts if they were hired by the monarchy, aristocracy, or church. Only if the woman's father was also an artist was she likely to get entrance into a guild, which was seen as a stepping stone to a successful creative career.
Court-supported art academies eventually replaced guild houses as the traditional entry point into the art world. The Academy was a significant advancement for artists because it freed them from the shackles of the guilds and allowed them to choose their paths in the world.
Another barrier that limited women artists' freedom of expression was the subject matter they were expected to portray. Women were forbidden from painting naked models because they were considered too sensitive. Since nude paintings had been a significant subgenre for so long, this loss of exposure was devastating. Since portraiture was off-limits to female painters, they turned to still life. The ability of early women artists to flourish was limited by their exclusion from the dominant artistic movement.
Gender Equality After World War I
From the 15th through the 19th century, only privileged women had access to art instruction. It would be possible for experienced female artists to provide individual education to these women. The few honored mothers could also afford to send their daughters to one of the few private training institutions.
Restrictions on women in art did not begin to ease until after World War I. There was progress toward gender parity, but women couldn't express themselves creatively. There was a noticeable uptick in the number of women who make a living as artists after gender equality was established in the law. During World War II, women still suffered discrimination in the art world because of the expectation that they played the role of the "national socialist lady."
Many female artists have existed throughout history but have had to fight for their place in the spotlight. Look at some well-known female artists who created stunning works under severe limitations, among 500+ female artists on PaintingZ.
Sofonisba Anguissola (Italian, ca. 1532 -1625)
Sofonisba Anguissola, or Sofonisba Angussola, or Sofonisba Anguisciola, was an Italian Renaissance painter born in Cremona to a modest, noble family about 1532 and died on November 16, 1625. She was exposed to various subjects, including the arts, and her experience as an apprentice to local artists paved the way for other women to pursue art school. When Anguissola was a young lady, she visited Rome, where she met Michelangelo, who saw her potential at once, and Milan, where she painted the Duke of Alba. In 1559, Anguissola was summoned to Madrid in the capacity of lady-in-waiting to serve as a tutor to the Spanish queen, Elizabeth of Valois, an avid amateur painter. The Spanish court commissioned her to paint official portraits of royalty, and she eventually became well-known for her work under King Philip II. Philip assisted in setting up an elite marriage for her after the queen's passing. Later, she became a significant portrait painter in Pisa and Genoa after relocating from Sicily.
Her self-portraits and those of her family, created before she arrived at the Spanish court, are among her most recognizable and beautiful works. Her portrayals of kids, in particular, were new and insightful. As one of Spain's first and most successful women court painters, she produced official, high-status portraits for the royal family. Her later religious paintings have been lost, although she also painted secular topics. At the age of 93, she passed away in Palermo in 1625.
Artemisia Gentileschi (Italian, 1593 -1652)
The female painter Artemisia is the most well-known of the 17th century. Working for the likes of the Grand Duke of Tuscany and King Philip IV of Spain, she logged time in the capitals of Rome, Florence, Venice, Naples, and London.
Artemisia was the eldest of her father, Orazio Gentileschi's five daughters, and his only daughter. The painting "Susanna and the Elders" (in the Schloss Weißenstein collection in Pommersfelden, Germany) is Artemisia's oldest dated and signed work. It was completed in 1610. After a year, Artemisia was sexually assaulted by the painter Agostino Tassi, a friend and colleague of her father's. In 1612, a notorious trial took place, which is still preserved in voluminous records. Even though Tassi was judged guilty and exiled from Rome, his penalty was never carried out.
After her trial, Artemisia wed a relatively unknown Florentine artist named Pierantonio di Vincenzo Stiattesi and moved from Rome to Florence. There she became the first woman to be accepted into the Academy of Arts and Drawing in 1616, after which she went on to have five children and establish herself as an independent artist. Creditors pursued Artemisia after she ran up debts and returned to Rome in 1620, where she stayed for the next decade (except for a trip to Venice in 1628).
In 1630, she established a home and workshop in Naples, where she remained until her death. While in London in 1639, she may have helped her sick father paint the ceiling of the Queen's House in Greenwich (now Marlborough House in London), but by 1640 she had returned to Naples. Even though her death date is shrouded in mystery, a recently unearthed document indicates she was still alive and well in Naples as late as August 1654.
Rosalba Carriera (Italian, 1675 -1757)
Carriera started her career painting miniatures, specializing in portraits and symbolic themes. Her parents worked as a secretary and a lacemaker, respectively. Her fame increased in the Italian art world due to these pieces, and in 1704 she was invited to join the prestigious Accademia di San Luca in Rome.
Carriera is well-known for revolutionizing the use of pastels, which were traditionally reserved for quick sketches and doodles. She is widely regarded as the first who legitimized their application to serious portraiture.
While in Paris in 1720, Carriera painted portraits of notable figures, including the youthful Louis XV, and visited museums and galleries. In later years, she and her sister Giovanna worked in Modena and Austria. Augustus III of Poland, her most important supporter, sat for her in 1713 and eventually acquired more than 150 pastels.
Despite the tragic loss of her sister Giovanna in 1738 and the blindness she suffered eight years later, Carriera's work continued to inspire others, including French portraitists Adélade Labille-Guiard and Elisabeth Louise Vigée-LeBrun.
Angelica Kauffmann (Swiss, 1741 -1807)
Angelica Kauffman was one of just two female Founder Members of the Royal Academy in 18th-century London, even though she only spent 15 years in England.
Kauffman was a genius from the day of his 1741 birth in Chur, Switzerland. Her father, a painter, began teaching her to draw when she was very young and continued to do so while the family relocated throughout Austria, Switzerland, and Italy. She became well-known as an artist in Italy and, at the young age of 23, was elected to the prestigious Accademia di San Luca in Rome. Moving to London in 1766, Kauffman met and became friends with fellow artist Joshua Reynolds, whose portraits he later painted. She was one of just two women to join the Royal Academy of Arts, founded in 1768 by Joshua Reynolds and Mary Moser.
While Kauffman did dabble with landscapes and portraits, the genre that Reynolds considered central to the Academy's mission was history painting. As Kauffman shows in Design, women of this time could only draw male figures from existing castings because it was still illegal for them to draw naked models.
However, Kauffman was influential. She successfully protested the inclusion of an inflammatory picture in the Summer Exhibition in 1775. In The Conjurer by Nathaniel Hone, Joshua Reynolds has the lead, and Kauffman may be portrayed as a young boy sitting on his knee. Even though Reynolds was 18 years older than Kauffman, the picture was widely taken as a condemnation of their reported affair. Perhaps Kauffman felt this was too humiliating to admit, so she voiced her disapproval by complaining about a naked woman dancing in black stockings in the background, which was eventually covered up. Kauffman warned the President and Council in a letter that she would pull her artwork from the exhibition if it were not removed.
The Committee's eagerness to give in to her requests indicates her high standing within the Academy. The Royal Academy of Art commissioned Kauffman to create four paintings in 1778 called "Elements of Art" for the institution's new Council Chamber. A visual embodiment of Reynolds's beliefs on art as outlined in his Discourses on Art, the four enormous ceiling paintings feature four female figures representing Invention, Composition, Design, and Color. Kauffman spent her last years in Rome, where she passed away in 1807. Her relative Johann Peter Kauffmann soon after sculpted a bust of Kauffman and had it installed in the Pantheon in Rome, next to Raphael's.
Élisabeth Vigée-Lebrun (French, 1755 -1842)
At the 2019 Sotheby's Old Masters sale in New York, a portrait by Élisabeth-Louise Vigée-Le Brun titled Portrait of Muhammad Dervish Khan sold for $7.2 million, far exceeding its high estimate of $6 million. This price is a first for a pre-modern female artist.
Vigée-LeBrun was able to help her widowed mother and younger brother with the money she made from portrait painting when she was just 15 years old. At 19, she enrolled at the Academy of Saint Luke in Paris, where she had been studying art under the tutelage of her father, the portraitist Louis Vigée. Two years later, she wed painter and art dealer Jean-Baptiste-Pierre LeBrun, who introduced her to essential people in the art world.
Vigée-skill LeBrun's allowed her to satisfy even the pickiest of sitters. The French monarch quickly took notice, and in 1783 she was made a member of Paris's elite Royal Academy. Vigée-LeBrun was prominent in art, society, and politics despite being one of only four women academics at the time. Her prominence became too great, and when the French Revolution arrived, she and her daughter, then nine years old, were compelled to abandon the country.
Over the next 12 years, the artist was commissioned to paint portraits of some of the most renowned citizens of Rome, Vienna, St. Petersburg, Moscow, and Berlin. Vigée-LeBrun moved back to France permanently in 1809 after successful but brief sojourns in England and Switzerland. The last 33 years of her life were spent between her Paris apartment, where she hosted glamorous parties and her country property in Louveciennes. Most experts agree that Vigée-LeBrun painted around 600 pieces during his lifetime. Her autobiography, first released in 1835–1836, has been reissued and translated many times since its initial release.
Mary Cassatt (American, 1844 -1926)
Young Lady in a Loge Gazing to the Right (At the Theater), a painting by this artist, sold at Christie's New York for $7,489,000 in 2022. It was the most paid at an auction for a work by this artist.
Mary Cassatt is known for her paintings of carefree mothers and their children. She was the first American artist to show with the French impressionists at a show in Paris. Cassatt's first European trip was with her family when she was 11. By the time she was sixteen, she knew she wanted to be an artist. Her family and friends were upset initially, but in the end, they let her go to the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Research (Effeny & Cassatt, 1991) shows that she did not like the strict teaching at the academy, so she went back to France, where she stayed permanently in the 1870s. Even though she lived most of her life in Paris, she always thought of herself as an American. She was incredibly proud of her childhood in Philadelphia. Because she was friends with the French artist Edgar Degas, she was asked to show with the impressionists in 1877. She "accepted with enthusiasm," and among this group of friends, she found her first "begins to live." During the last few decades of the 1800s, Cassatt kept painting, and the 1890s were probably her most productive decade. But by 1915, diabetes had worsened her eyesight, so she couldn't paint for the next eleven years.
Mary Cassatt started taking art classes in 1861 and started working as a professional painter in 1874. She was born in Pennsylvania but lived in Paris for most of her life. She went to Europe for the first time in 1865. For the next four years, she lived in Paris, Rome, and Madrid and learned the languages there. In 1868, her painting A Mandolin Player was shown for the first time at the Paris Salon, which the Académie des Beaux-Arts put on.
Edgar Degas saw Cassatt's work at the Salon. He liked it so much that he asked her to show it to the Impressionists in 1877. Cassatt's friendship with the Impressionists significantly impacted how she painted and what she painted about. She stopped painting scenes from the past with fancy clothes and started painting scenes from today.
Two years later, Cassatt and other artists like Degas, Félix Braquemond, and Camille Pissarro started experimenting with graphic techniques to create a new print magazine. Even though the magazine never came out, this effort helped Cassatt grow as a printer and painter.
During the second half of the 1880s, Cassatt made etchings and drypoints of her family. She could not work for the last 15 years because her eyesight was getting worse, but she still made more than 220 prints in her lifetime.
Paul Gauguin thought Mary Cassatt was the most charming and influential woman artist of her time. After seeing the painting of a young woman in an opera box that inspired these glowing descriptions, he bought another from the same series in 1884. Most of his collection had to be sold because of money problems, but he kept this one until he died. After that, it was added to the collection of his brother-in-law, Edvard Brandes.
Hilma af Klint (Swedish, 1862 -1944)
Five years before Kandinsky, the man acclaimed for decades as the pioneer of abstract art, Hilma af Klint made her first abstract painting in her Stockholm studio in 1906. Eventually, more than 1,300 abstract paintings would come out of that one painting. Amazing in their continuity and obsession, such masterpieces were lost to history for decades.
The Swedish artist Hilma af Klint is universally regarded as a national treasure. As a result, she is now widely admired and honored around the globe.
Swedish-born artist Hilma af Klint earned a high degree from Stockholm's Royal Academy of Fine Arts in 1887. After displaying her figurative paintings and briefly leading the Association of Swedish Women Artists, she became well-known as an artist in Stockholm. She started exploring the spiritual world at a young age. Interest in Rosicrucianism, Theosophy, and Anthroposophy soon followed. People all around Europe, but especially in artistic and intellectual circles, were seeking ways to reconcile their religious beliefs with scientific advances and a growing appreciation for religious diversity. These practices were a part of the zeitgeist.
Although Af Klint's traditional paintings brought in money, the "great work" she speaks of was something she did on the side and did not become her primary source of income until after her death. The only people aware of this corpus of work were those with a spiritual inclination. Despite her best efforts, she could only show these works to other like-minded people, and her notes suggest that she believed the world was not yet ready to receive the message they were meant to convey.
Rosa Bonheur (French, 1822 -1899)
Rosa Bonheur was the wealthiest and most renowned female artist in 19th-century France, although she is mostly forgotten today due to the success of more contemporary female artists. At a period when few other women painters were successful, Bonheur exhibited internationally and amassed a considerable body of work. Beginning in 1841, she showed her work at the Paris Salon, where she was awarded many medals and, in 1865, became the first female artist to be awarded France's highest decoration, the Légion d'Honneur. The Horse Fair (1852–1855), a vast painting representing the Parisian horse market, became her most famous work when it toured the United States and England and was praised by Queen Victoria. Bonheur's characteristic realism was accomplished partly by her extensive study of natural wildlife and dissecting animals. Bonheur paved the path for future generations of women and gay artists by being an unorthodox figure in her personal life. She smoked, wore men's clothing, chopped her hair short, and lived with her female companion.
Berthe Morisot (French, 1841 -1895)
Berthe Morisot, an impressionist painter, learned to work in Plein air from Camille Corot, a painter associated with the Barbizon School. Like her other famous women artists of the day, Marie Bracquemond and Mary Cassatt, Morisot steered clear of the urban street scenes and scantily clad people popularized by the male Impressionists. Instead, she painted pictures from her everyday life, such as out on the water, in her garden, or in her home, or depicting her loved ones to show how much they meant to her. She married the brother of painter Édouard Manet, Eugène, and showed her work alongside that of Paul Cézanne, Edgar Degas, Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Alfred Sisley.
Suzanne Valadon (French, 1865 -1938)
Suzanne Valadon was the first female artist to join the Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts as an equal in 1894, having previously worked as a model for male artists. Valadon, the daughter of a single housekeeper, grew up in Montmartre, where she started working as a model when she was 15 years old. Between 1880 and 1893, she posed for several of the leading artists of the Belle Epoque, including Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. She picked both painting and drawing techniques after seeing them. Valadon and Edgar Degas would become close friends, and Degas would teach her how to sketch and make prints. Starting in 1896, with the help of her husband's money, Valadon devoted herself to painting, creating post-Impressionist and Fauvist-style still lifes and naturist depictions of naked women.
Cecilia Beaux (American, 1855 -1942)
Cecilia Beaux, a portrait painter in the tradition of John Singer Sargent and Mary Cassatt, abandoned marriage, motherhood, and submission in pursuit of her dream. Beaux, a dedicated professional, rose to fame in 1899 for her insightful, wonderfully portrayed portraits of America's upper strata, for which she was elected to the National Academy, a male-dominated organization. In the White House, she painted a picture of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and their daughter, Eleanor Roosevelt. | <urn:uuid:804ffcc8-dcb4-41df-a99f-37c2225867ec> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | http://p0l.org/500-female-artists-who-have-influenced-art-history.html | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474697.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228044414-20240228074414-00519.warc.gz | en | 0.983595 | 4,424 | 4.03125 | 4 | [
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0.335284560918808,... | 1 | A small percentage of significant permanent collections in the United States and Europe contain works by female artists. Compared to men's artwork, women's art sells at substantial discounts. Despite being the subject of roughly half of the top 25 paintings, only two works by women have ever entered the top 100 painting auction sales.
Women were barred mainly from artistic professions and training until the 1870s. Although women have traditionally faced bias and discrimination when trying to further their careers in the arts, innumerable accomplished women artists have left their mark on the world of visual arts. From the Renaissance to American modernism and beyond, women have always played pivotal roles in the arts. These painters produced groundbreaking works and established new schools of thought and painting methods that influenced contemporary creators.
Barriers Female Artists Faced
All of the liberties that modern western women enjoy are relatively recent developments. Women who achieved prominence in their fields centuries ago seldom had any say in politics and were often silenced in the creative sphere as well. It was already difficult for artists to make a living in Europe between the 15th and 19th centuries without contending with the additional obstacles women faced.
Before the turn of the 20th century, women could only work in the arts if they were hired by the monarchy, aristocracy, or church. Only if the woman's father was also an artist was she likely to get entrance into a guild, which was seen as a stepping stone to a successful creative career.
Court-supported art academies eventually replaced guild houses as the traditional entry point into the art world. The Academy was a significant advancement for artists because it freed them from the shackles of the guilds and allowed them to choose their paths in the world.
Another barrier that limited women artists' freedom of expression was the subject matter they were expected to portray. Women were forbidden from painting naked models because they were considered too sensitive. Since nude paintings had been a significant subgenre for so long, this loss of exposure was devastating. Since portraiture was off-limits to female painters, they turned to still life. The ability of early women artists to flourish was limited by their exclusion from the dominant artistic movement.
Gender Equality After World War I
From the 15th through the 19th century, only privileged women had access to art instruction. It would be possible for experienced female artists to provide individual education to these women. The few honored mothers could also afford to send their daughters to one of the few private training institutions.
Restrictions on women in art did not begin to ease until after World War I. There was progress toward gender parity, but women couldn't express themselves creatively. There was a noticeable uptick in the number of women who make a living as artists after gender equality was established in the law. During World War II, women still suffered discrimination in the art world because of the expectation that they played the role of the "national socialist lady."
Many female artists have existed throughout history but have had to fight for their place in the spotlight. Look at some well-known female artists who created stunning works under severe limitations, among 500+ female artists on PaintingZ.
Sofonisba Anguissola (Italian, ca. 1532 -1625)
Sofonisba Anguissola, or Sofonisba Angussola, or Sofonisba Anguisciola, was an Italian Renaissance painter born in Cremona to a modest, noble family about 1532 and died on November 16, 1625. She was exposed to various subjects, including the arts, and her experience as an apprentice to local artists paved the way for other women to pursue art school. When Anguissola was a young lady, she visited Rome, where she met Michelangelo, who saw her potential at once, and Milan, where she painted the Duke of Alba. In 1559, Anguissola was summoned to Madrid in the capacity of lady-in-waiting to serve as a tutor to the Spanish queen, Elizabeth of Valois, an avid amateur painter. The Spanish court commissioned her to paint official portraits of royalty, and she eventually became well-known for her work under King Philip II. Philip assisted in setting up an elite marriage for her after the queen's passing. Later, she became a significant portrait painter in Pisa and Genoa after relocating from Sicily.
Her self-portraits and those of her family, created before she arrived at the Spanish court, are among her most recognizable and beautiful works. Her portrayals of kids, in particular, were new and insightful. As one of Spain's first and most successful women court painters, she produced official, high-status portraits for the royal family. Her later religious paintings have been lost, although she also painted secular topics. At the age of 93, she passed away in Palermo in 1625.
Artemisia Gentileschi (Italian, 1593 -1652)
The female painter Artemisia is the most well-known of the 17th century. Working for the likes of the Grand Duke of Tuscany and King Philip IV of Spain, she logged time in the capitals of Rome, Florence, Venice, Naples, and London.
Artemisia was the eldest of her father, Orazio Gentileschi's five daughters, and his only daughter. The painting "Susanna and the Elders" (in the Schloss Weißenstein collection in Pommersfelden, Germany) is Artemisia's oldest dated and signed work. It was completed in 1610. After a year, Artemisia was sexually assaulted by the painter Agostino Tassi, a friend and colleague of her father's. In 1612, a notorious trial took place, which is still preserved in voluminous records. Even though Tassi was judged guilty and exiled from Rome, his penalty was never carried out.
After her trial, Artemisia wed a relatively unknown Florentine artist named Pierantonio di Vincenzo Stiattesi and moved from Rome to Florence. There she became the first woman to be accepted into the Academy of Arts and Drawing in 1616, after which she went on to have five children and establish herself as an independent artist. Creditors pursued Artemisia after she ran up debts and returned to Rome in 1620, where she stayed for the next decade (except for a trip to Venice in 1628).
In 1630, she established a home and workshop in Naples, where she remained until her death. While in London in 1639, she may have helped her sick father paint the ceiling of the Queen's House in Greenwich (now Marlborough House in London), but by 1640 she had returned to Naples. Even though her death date is shrouded in mystery, a recently unearthed document indicates she was still alive and well in Naples as late as August 1654.
Rosalba Carriera (Italian, 1675 -1757)
Carriera started her career painting miniatures, specializing in portraits and symbolic themes. Her parents worked as a secretary and a lacemaker, respectively. Her fame increased in the Italian art world due to these pieces, and in 1704 she was invited to join the prestigious Accademia di San Luca in Rome.
Carriera is well-known for revolutionizing the use of pastels, which were traditionally reserved for quick sketches and doodles. She is widely regarded as the first who legitimized their application to serious portraiture.
While in Paris in 1720, Carriera painted portraits of notable figures, including the youthful Louis XV, and visited museums and galleries. In later years, she and her sister Giovanna worked in Modena and Austria. Augustus III of Poland, her most important supporter, sat for her in 1713 and eventually acquired more than 150 pastels.
Despite the tragic loss of her sister Giovanna in 1738 and the blindness she suffered eight years later, Carriera's work continued to inspire others, including French portraitists Adélade Labille-Guiard and Elisabeth Louise Vigée-LeBrun.
Angelica Kauffmann (Swiss, 1741 -1807)
Angelica Kauffman was one of just two female Founder Members of the Royal Academy in 18th-century London, even though she only spent 15 years in England.
Kauffman was a genius from the day of his 1741 birth in Chur, Switzerland. Her father, a painter, began teaching her to draw when she was very young and continued to do so while the family relocated throughout Austria, Switzerland, and Italy. She became well-known as an artist in Italy and, at the young age of 23, was elected to the prestigious Accademia di San Luca in Rome. Moving to London in 1766, Kauffman met and became friends with fellow artist Joshua Reynolds, whose portraits he later painted. She was one of just two women to join the Royal Academy of Arts, founded in 1768 by Joshua Reynolds and Mary Moser.
While Kauffman did dabble with landscapes and portraits, the genre that Reynolds considered central to the Academy's mission was history painting. As Kauffman shows in Design, women of this time could only draw male figures from existing castings because it was still illegal for them to draw naked models.
However, Kauffman was influential. She successfully protested the inclusion of an inflammatory picture in the Summer Exhibition in 1775. In The Conjurer by Nathaniel Hone, Joshua Reynolds has the lead, and Kauffman may be portrayed as a young boy sitting on his knee. Even though Reynolds was 18 years older than Kauffman, the picture was widely taken as a condemnation of their reported affair. Perhaps Kauffman felt this was too humiliating to admit, so she voiced her disapproval by complaining about a naked woman dancing in black stockings in the background, which was eventually covered up. Kauffman warned the President and Council in a letter that she would pull her artwork from the exhibition if it were not removed.
The Committee's eagerness to give in to her requests indicates her high standing within the Academy. The Royal Academy of Art commissioned Kauffman to create four paintings in 1778 called "Elements of Art" for the institution's new Council Chamber. A visual embodiment of Reynolds's beliefs on art as outlined in his Discourses on Art, the four enormous ceiling paintings feature four female figures representing Invention, Composition, Design, and Color. Kauffman spent her last years in Rome, where she passed away in 1807. Her relative Johann Peter Kauffmann soon after sculpted a bust of Kauffman and had it installed in the Pantheon in Rome, next to Raphael's.
Élisabeth Vigée-Lebrun (French, 1755 -1842)
At the 2019 Sotheby's Old Masters sale in New York, a portrait by Élisabeth-Louise Vigée-Le Brun titled Portrait of Muhammad Dervish Khan sold for $7.2 million, far exceeding its high estimate of $6 million. This price is a first for a pre-modern female artist.
Vigée-LeBrun was able to help her widowed mother and younger brother with the money she made from portrait painting when she was just 15 years old. At 19, she enrolled at the Academy of Saint Luke in Paris, where she had been studying art under the tutelage of her father, the portraitist Louis Vigée. Two years later, she wed painter and art dealer Jean-Baptiste-Pierre LeBrun, who introduced her to essential people in the art world.
Vigée-skill LeBrun's allowed her to satisfy even the pickiest of sitters. The French monarch quickly took notice, and in 1783 she was made a member of Paris's elite Royal Academy. Vigée-LeBrun was prominent in art, society, and politics despite being one of only four women academics at the time. Her prominence became too great, and when the French Revolution arrived, she and her daughter, then nine years old, were compelled to abandon the country.
Over the next 12 years, the artist was commissioned to paint portraits of some of the most renowned citizens of Rome, Vienna, St. Petersburg, Moscow, and Berlin. Vigée-LeBrun moved back to France permanently in 1809 after successful but brief sojourns in England and Switzerland. The last 33 years of her life were spent between her Paris apartment, where she hosted glamorous parties and her country property in Louveciennes. Most experts agree that Vigée-LeBrun painted around 600 pieces during his lifetime. Her autobiography, first released in 1835–1836, has been reissued and translated many times since its initial release.
Mary Cassatt (American, 1844 -1926)
Young Lady in a Loge Gazing to the Right (At the Theater), a painting by this artist, sold at Christie's New York for $7,489,000 in 2022. It was the most paid at an auction for a work by this artist.
Mary Cassatt is known for her paintings of carefree mothers and their children. She was the first American artist to show with the French impressionists at a show in Paris. Cassatt's first European trip was with her family when she was 11. By the time she was sixteen, she knew she wanted to be an artist. Her family and friends were upset initially, but in the end, they let her go to the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Research (Effeny & Cassatt, 1991) shows that she did not like the strict teaching at the academy, so she went back to France, where she stayed permanently in the 1870s. Even though she lived most of her life in Paris, she always thought of herself as an American. She was incredibly proud of her childhood in Philadelphia. Because she was friends with the French artist Edgar Degas, she was asked to show with the impressionists in 1877. She "accepted with enthusiasm," and among this group of friends, she found her first "begins to live." During the last few decades of the 1800s, Cassatt kept painting, and the 1890s were probably her most productive decade. But by 1915, diabetes had worsened her eyesight, so she couldn't paint for the next eleven years.
Mary Cassatt started taking art classes in 1861 and started working as a professional painter in 1874. She was born in Pennsylvania but lived in Paris for most of her life. She went to Europe for the first time in 1865. For the next four years, she lived in Paris, Rome, and Madrid and learned the languages there. In 1868, her painting A Mandolin Player was shown for the first time at the Paris Salon, which the Académie des Beaux-Arts put on.
Edgar Degas saw Cassatt's work at the Salon. He liked it so much that he asked her to show it to the Impressionists in 1877. Cassatt's friendship with the Impressionists significantly impacted how she painted and what she painted about. She stopped painting scenes from the past with fancy clothes and started painting scenes from today.
Two years later, Cassatt and other artists like Degas, Félix Braquemond, and Camille Pissarro started experimenting with graphic techniques to create a new print magazine. Even though the magazine never came out, this effort helped Cassatt grow as a printer and painter.
During the second half of the 1880s, Cassatt made etchings and drypoints of her family. She could not work for the last 15 years because her eyesight was getting worse, but she still made more than 220 prints in her lifetime.
Paul Gauguin thought Mary Cassatt was the most charming and influential woman artist of her time. After seeing the painting of a young woman in an opera box that inspired these glowing descriptions, he bought another from the same series in 1884. Most of his collection had to be sold because of money problems, but he kept this one until he died. After that, it was added to the collection of his brother-in-law, Edvard Brandes.
Hilma af Klint (Swedish, 1862 -1944)
Five years before Kandinsky, the man acclaimed for decades as the pioneer of abstract art, Hilma af Klint made her first abstract painting in her Stockholm studio in 1906. Eventually, more than 1,300 abstract paintings would come out of that one painting. Amazing in their continuity and obsession, such masterpieces were lost to history for decades.
The Swedish artist Hilma af Klint is universally regarded as a national treasure. As a result, she is now widely admired and honored around the globe.
Swedish-born artist Hilma af Klint earned a high degree from Stockholm's Royal Academy of Fine Arts in 1887. After displaying her figurative paintings and briefly leading the Association of Swedish Women Artists, she became well-known as an artist in Stockholm. She started exploring the spiritual world at a young age. Interest in Rosicrucianism, Theosophy, and Anthroposophy soon followed. People all around Europe, but especially in artistic and intellectual circles, were seeking ways to reconcile their religious beliefs with scientific advances and a growing appreciation for religious diversity. These practices were a part of the zeitgeist.
Although Af Klint's traditional paintings brought in money, the "great work" she speaks of was something she did on the side and did not become her primary source of income until after her death. The only people aware of this corpus of work were those with a spiritual inclination. Despite her best efforts, she could only show these works to other like-minded people, and her notes suggest that she believed the world was not yet ready to receive the message they were meant to convey.
Rosa Bonheur (French, 1822 -1899)
Rosa Bonheur was the wealthiest and most renowned female artist in 19th-century France, although she is mostly forgotten today due to the success of more contemporary female artists. At a period when few other women painters were successful, Bonheur exhibited internationally and amassed a considerable body of work. Beginning in 1841, she showed her work at the Paris Salon, where she was awarded many medals and, in 1865, became the first female artist to be awarded France's highest decoration, the Légion d'Honneur. The Horse Fair (1852–1855), a vast painting representing the Parisian horse market, became her most famous work when it toured the United States and England and was praised by Queen Victoria. Bonheur's characteristic realism was accomplished partly by her extensive study of natural wildlife and dissecting animals. Bonheur paved the path for future generations of women and gay artists by being an unorthodox figure in her personal life. She smoked, wore men's clothing, chopped her hair short, and lived with her female companion.
Berthe Morisot (French, 1841 -1895)
Berthe Morisot, an impressionist painter, learned to work in Plein air from Camille Corot, a painter associated with the Barbizon School. Like her other famous women artists of the day, Marie Bracquemond and Mary Cassatt, Morisot steered clear of the urban street scenes and scantily clad people popularized by the male Impressionists. Instead, she painted pictures from her everyday life, such as out on the water, in her garden, or in her home, or depicting her loved ones to show how much they meant to her. She married the brother of painter Édouard Manet, Eugène, and showed her work alongside that of Paul Cézanne, Edgar Degas, Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Alfred Sisley.
Suzanne Valadon (French, 1865 -1938)
Suzanne Valadon was the first female artist to join the Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts as an equal in 1894, having previously worked as a model for male artists. Valadon, the daughter of a single housekeeper, grew up in Montmartre, where she started working as a model when she was 15 years old. Between 1880 and 1893, she posed for several of the leading artists of the Belle Epoque, including Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. She picked both painting and drawing techniques after seeing them. Valadon and Edgar Degas would become close friends, and Degas would teach her how to sketch and make prints. Starting in 1896, with the help of her husband's money, Valadon devoted herself to painting, creating post-Impressionist and Fauvist-style still lifes and naturist depictions of naked women.
Cecilia Beaux (American, 1855 -1942)
Cecilia Beaux, a portrait painter in the tradition of John Singer Sargent and Mary Cassatt, abandoned marriage, motherhood, and submission in pursuit of her dream. Beaux, a dedicated professional, rose to fame in 1899 for her insightful, wonderfully portrayed portraits of America's upper strata, for which she was elected to the National Academy, a male-dominated organization. In the White House, she painted a picture of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and their daughter, Eleanor Roosevelt. | 4,599 | ENGLISH | 1 |
A Dominican friar, Louis Bertrand (1526 – 81) was born Luis Beltran in Valencia, Spain, where he spent most of his ministry. However, he is renowned for his missionary work in Colombia, Panama, and the Lesser Antilles from 1562 to 1568 and is credited with baptizing many Native Americans. First assigned to the territory of New Granada, he found it difficult to understand the native language. Louis prayed for the gift of tongues, and his prayer was answered, for the natives understood him and were converted. When attacked by an armed man in Colombia, he made the sign of the cross over the gun and it was transformed into a crucifix. Louis was one of the earliest Spanish missionaries to raise his voice against the rapacity of his countrymen in the New World. Well known for his role in training young religious, he is the Dominican Order’s patron saint of novice masters.
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The above excerpt is from Reflections of Dominican Spirituality: The Windows of St. Dominic Church, Washington, D.C. by Dr. Mary Moran. | 226 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Atreus was a legendary figure from Greek mythology, known as the king of Mycenae and the father of two famous Greek heroes, Agamemnon and Menelaus. His story is one of the most tragic and bloody in all of ancient mythology, marked by deceit, treachery, and murder.
Atreus and his brother Thyestes were members of the House of Atreus, descendants of Tantalus, who was punished by the gods for his pride and disrespect. Atreus and Thyestes inherited this family curse, which led to a cycle of bloody revenge between the two.
Atreus’s wife, Aerope, had an affair with Thyestes, and when Atreus discovered this betrayal, he plotted a gruesome revenge. He killed Thyestes’ children and served them to Thyestes at a feast. When Thyestes realized what he had eaten, he cursed Atreus and fled.
The curse of the House of Atreus continued with the children of Atreus. His son Agamemnon, the leader of the Greek forces during the Trojan War, sacrificed his own daughter Iphigenia to ensure the Greeks’ safe passage to Troy. This act enraged Agamemnon’s wife, Clytemnestra, leading her to murder Agamemnon upon his return from the war.
Atreus’s other son, Menelaus, was also a key figure in the Trojan War. His wife, Helen, was the famed “Helen of Troy,” whose abduction by Paris triggered the conflict. After the war, unlike his brother, Menelaus returned safely to his kingdom, where he ruled in peace until his death.
The tragic tales of Atreus and his descendants have been the subject of numerous ancient plays, including those by the Greek tragedians Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. The Roman playwright Seneca also wrote a tragedy, “Thyestes”, which vividly depicts the grisly feast at which Atreus served Thyestes his own children. | <urn:uuid:145b309f-a067-44e1-adea-8314b92dae60> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://greekmythologynotes.com/atreus | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474641.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225171204-20240225201204-00227.warc.gz | en | 0.98316 | 444 | 3.359375 | 3 | [
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0.458364576101303... | 1 | Atreus was a legendary figure from Greek mythology, known as the king of Mycenae and the father of two famous Greek heroes, Agamemnon and Menelaus. His story is one of the most tragic and bloody in all of ancient mythology, marked by deceit, treachery, and murder.
Atreus and his brother Thyestes were members of the House of Atreus, descendants of Tantalus, who was punished by the gods for his pride and disrespect. Atreus and Thyestes inherited this family curse, which led to a cycle of bloody revenge between the two.
Atreus’s wife, Aerope, had an affair with Thyestes, and when Atreus discovered this betrayal, he plotted a gruesome revenge. He killed Thyestes’ children and served them to Thyestes at a feast. When Thyestes realized what he had eaten, he cursed Atreus and fled.
The curse of the House of Atreus continued with the children of Atreus. His son Agamemnon, the leader of the Greek forces during the Trojan War, sacrificed his own daughter Iphigenia to ensure the Greeks’ safe passage to Troy. This act enraged Agamemnon’s wife, Clytemnestra, leading her to murder Agamemnon upon his return from the war.
Atreus’s other son, Menelaus, was also a key figure in the Trojan War. His wife, Helen, was the famed “Helen of Troy,” whose abduction by Paris triggered the conflict. After the war, unlike his brother, Menelaus returned safely to his kingdom, where he ruled in peace until his death.
The tragic tales of Atreus and his descendants have been the subject of numerous ancient plays, including those by the Greek tragedians Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. The Roman playwright Seneca also wrote a tragedy, “Thyestes”, which vividly depicts the grisly feast at which Atreus served Thyestes his own children. | 423 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Create a developmental profile of the child
CHILD DEVELOPMENT IECE111
To create a developmental profile of the child.
Identify the major developmental periods.
Understand various developmental milestones.
This assignment is to be completed on an INDIVIDUAL basis Process:
- Students will review and select ONE (1) of the following case examples to use for the basis of developmental profile.
- Students will analyze the case studies in order to develop a developmental profile outlining the physical milestones, cognitive milestones, social/emotional and communication milestones. Your profile must include Child’s Name, which case study you choose and why?
- Using the grading criteria as a guide, create a visual display/ representation that reflects the underlying messages/ views of the case study you selected. You are encouraged to be creative. Possible ideas include a poster board, PPT, movie. You will present your representation in class for others to view on the date scheduled. In addition, you are required to submit a representation to the drop-box to be graded.
- Students will need to support and reference their opinions and perspectives with various theories and concepts discussed in the class. APA referencing is need for this.
CASE STUDY I
Olivia had a very normal birth and her mother also mention there were no complications or struggles during birth. Olivia now weighs twenty-five pounds. Observations took place at her house and her grandma’s house. Olivia recently turned two years old on May 22. Olivia started crawling around seven months and was walking around at ten months. One of the recent activities that showcased her fine motor skills was her swinging a golf club. For her second birthday her parents got her a set of golf clubs and she went out in the yard and was able to swing them. Although she was not swinging them exactly the right way she was able to pick up on how her dad was swinging them and then she was doing it. She also enjoyed tearing the wrapping paper off her gifts at her birthday. She was able to tear the paper off by herself and only needed a little help with the tape. Olivia has mastered dancing and moving when she hears music. One area that Olivia struggles with is being able to crawl down stairs backwards. She probably would be able to do this but around 12 months she fell down a couple of stairs and now she is scared, so she scoots on her bottom down the stairs. She also is starting to potty train in the past couple of months. She struggled at first but seems to be getting the idea of it now and is doing well.
Since Olivia attends day care daily during the week she has the opportunity to interact and practice her language development with many other toddlers. One thing that Olivia loves more than anything is singing rhythm songs and repeating what her mom says. Every day on the way to school her mom plays a game where she will say “Hello Olivia” and go through her entire family’s names and then Olivia repeats the saying for each family member. There have been a couple of times where her mom will say an aunt’s name and then Olivia will say her uncle’s name instead because she probably just thinks about what she has connected with her aunt’s name. Olivia is mastering is being able to name and identify different colors. One of her toys is a ball that has different shapes cut out throughout the ball. She then has to find the shape that correlates with the hole in the ball and put the shape into the hole. One way her mom works with her cognitive development is by having Olivia name each color of the missing piece before she puts it into the ball.
Although she is a very calm child she has times where she will get upset or resist what her parents tell her to do like most children. Olivia shows her frustrations and can go through many different moods within a short period of time. One thing that Olivia loves doing is rebelling and resisting what her parents tell her to do. Over Christmas break at Olivia’s house and her mom told her it was time to start eating. After taking a couple of bites of her food she decided to throw her fork on the ground, she then started laughing. Her grandma picked up her fork and then she threw it on the ground again and laughed. This time her dad told her that she was not supposed to throw her fork and the next time she threw it she would get in trouble. Like any other two year old would do she threw it on the ground and starting laughing like it was the first time. The other side of Olivia is a very enjoyable child that has a lot of fun and is always smiling and laughing. She enjoys being around people and has a blast playing with her toys, dogs or family members. Her mom decided to make cupcakes with bugs on top of them for her birthday. When she saw them for the first time she started jumping up and down and kept saying “ucky bugs”. Her smile never stopped from the time she started eating them until the time everyone left that day.
CASE STUDY II
Emma, who is currently 35 months of age. Emma able to hold and drink from a spouted cup, but arm movements remain spastic and she often splashes and or knocks over the cup when setting it down. She can finger feed a variety of small, soft foods, such as cut soft bread sandwiches, soft cooked vegetables, soft fruits, etc. She is beginning to use a spoon more effectively. Although she can chew effectively, she continues to have choking responses to rough, hard or chewy textures (meats, raw vegetables, fruits, etc.) Her mother reports that she continues to feed baby food to maintain nutrition, while having Emma practice using her spoon to feed herself at least half the meal. Her mother has a list of foods she is gradually introducing in small bites to increase Emma’s ability to accept the foods the family typically eats.
Emma was able to assist with dressing (raise an arm, step into a pants leg when held). But due to significant challenges in moving her arms and legs she can not yet undress or dress independently. She can open and close Velcro tabs. Her mother reports that Emma has strong preferences and insists on choosing her clothes each day. Emma has functional receptive language skills and routinely follows 2-3 step directions. She knows the names of her toys, colors, and various household objects. Emma uses 2-3 word phrases, expresses her wishes and dislikes with both words and gestures. Her pronunciation has not kept up with the vocabulary she tries to use. Emma tantrums 1-3 times daily when she can not communicate her desires, especially to her sister Jana (5 1/2 years old), since Emma is very motivated to play with her. Emma both initiates and reciprocates play interactions with adults and other children. She picks up and hands others books to read or toys to play with. She seeks the attention of her family “Look Emma”. When other children visit, Emma wants to play, but motorically cannot keep up. She needs a lot of adult facilitation and direction to imitate what the other children are doing. She loves making noises and shaking noisy toys. She laughs easily and cries when frustrated. She can sit with support or rise up from her stomach to play on the floor with toys. Outdoors, she loves swinging in her adapted seat and pool play if an adult can help her balance.
Emma can sit without support, but may lose her balance when reaching for and grabbing toys. She sometimes can sit back up on her own but not always. She can crawl and roll. She has a wheel chair, but spends much play time out of it. When put in a standing position, she can hold a couch or chair and stand 1-2 minutes on her own. She is just beginning to try a side ways step.
CASE STUDY III
James is almost four years old and lives with his mom and dad in a house in the country. His father is a train engineer and spends a few days a week on the rails while his mother stays at home as a housewife. Their house sits on a large plot of land surrounded by woods on one side and a cornfield on the other. They have neighbors but only on one side and across the street. They also have many pets, two dogs, three cats, and some fish. James is presently the only child but that will be changing in a few months, as his mother is pregnant and due at the end of August. He loves trains, animals, broccoli, and being inside and outside of his house. He does not like the word “No” and is having a tough time adjusting to his mom’s attempts to add structure into their unstructured lives as her due date approaches. As an infant Betsy, James’s mother, chose not to breast feed and instead gave him formula. As a toddler, James hit all the important milestones, according to his mother, included learning to walk which occurred around fifteen months.
As James progressed from a toddler to preschooler, he continued to progress as he should with only one minor lapse. When James was three, he broke his first bone. He broke his right arm during the spring while playing in the woods behind his house with his dogs. Having a cast on his arm only slowed him down and kept him out of the water, but other than that nothing changed. Even though James just turned four he has hit many of the required gross and fine motor skills. He can run, hop, jump, walk up and down stairs alone, dress and undress, use the bathroom on his own.
James progressed through the building blocks of language beginning with babbling and moving through his first word around fifteen months and first sentence a little while later. While his mother does not know the exact time when he started babbling and spoke his first sentence, she does recall however never being concerned about the development. Currently, he is speaking in full sentences that vary in lengths and purposes. He enjoys watching television shows about super heroes and if given the chance, he will spend large amounts of time, sometimes up to twenty minutes, telling his listener all about them. James demonstrates a inclination to want to read and will often ask someone around him to read him his favorite book or play with the magnetic letters his mom bought him. His language skills are growing each day and he is learning to try new things on his own with the idea that he can always ask for help.
Grading Criteria for Developmental Profile Assignment Name:
Provides a strong and insightful analysis of the child which addresses all of the following: Physical, socioemotional,intellectual, communication milestones and various developmental abilities.
Perspactives and opinions are well supported and referenced with content specific and references to concepts and theories from the Assignmentwork are provided to support claims in your owm thinking, making insightful and applicable connections.
Provides a solid analysis of the child which addresses at least 3 milestones Perspectives and opinions are supported/ referenced with some theorists; may need further examples.
Uses relevant references to support claims in your own thinking; additional clarification may be needed.
Provides a basic summary OR addresses only 2 milestones.
Perspectives and opinions are not always supported with theorists. Uses few references to concepts and theories and may not always make clear connections to your own thoughts and ideas.
Submission addresses 1 or less developmental milestones OR is not submitted
Professionally written with zero spelling and grammatical errors.
Can be used as an exemplar for other students.
Professionally written with few spelling and grammatical errors.
Is not professionally written and includes many spelling and grammatical errors.
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT IECE111
To create a developmental profile of the child.
Identify the major developmental periods.
Understand various developmental milestones.
This assignment is to be completed on an INDIVIDUAL basis Process:
- Students will review and select ONE (1) of the following case examples to use for the basis of developmental profile.
- Students will analyze the case studies in order to develop a developmental profile outlining the physical milestones, cognitive milestones, social/emotional and communication milestones. Your profile must include Child’s Name, which case study you choose and why?
- Using the grading criteria as a guide, create a visual display/ representation that reflects the underlying messages/ views of the case study you selected. You are encouraged to be creative. Possible ideas include a poster board, PPT, movie. You will present your representation in class for others to view on the date scheduled. In addition, you are required to submit a representation to the drop-box to be graded.
- Students will need to support and reference their opinions and perspectives with various theories and concepts discussed in the class. APA referencing is need for this.
CASE STUDY I
Olivia had a very normal birth and her mother also mention there were no complications or struggles during birth. Olivia now weighs twenty-five pounds. Observations took place at her house and her grandma’s house. Olivia recently turned two years old on May 22. Olivia started crawling around seven months and was walking around at ten months. One of the recent activities that showcased her fine motor skills was her swinging a golf club. For her second birthday her parents got her a set of golf clubs and she went out in the yard and was able to swing them. Although she was not swinging them exactly the right way she was able to pick up on how her dad was swinging them and then she was doing it. She also enjoyed tearing the wrapping paper off her gifts at her birthday. She was able to tear the paper off by herself and only needed a little help with the tape. Olivia has mastered dancing and moving when she hears music. One area that Olivia struggles with is being able to crawl down stairs backwards. She probably would be able to do this but around 12 months she fell down a couple of stairs and now she is scared, so she scoots on her bottom down the stairs. She also is starting to potty train in the past couple of months. She struggled at first but seems to be getting the idea of it now and is doing well.
Since Olivia attends day care daily during the week she has the opportunity to interact and practice her language development with many other toddlers. One thing that Olivia loves more than anything is singing rhythm songs and repeating what her mom says. Every day on the way to school her mom plays a game where she will say “Hello Olivia” and go through her entire family’s names and then Olivia repeats the saying for each family member. There have been a couple of times where her mom will say an aunt’s name and then Olivia will say her uncle’s name instead because she probably just thinks about what she has connected with her aunt’s name. Olivia is mastering is being able to name and identify different colors. One of her toys is a ball that has different shapes cut out throughout the ball. She then has to find the shape that correlates with the hole in the ball and put the shape into the hole. One way her mom works with her cognitive development is by having Olivia name each color of the missing piece before she puts it into the ball.
Although she is a very calm child she has times where she will get upset or resist what her parents tell her to do like most children. Olivia shows her frustrations and can go through many different moods within a short period of time. One thing that Olivia loves doing is rebelling and resisting what her parents tell her to do. Over Christmas break at Olivia’s house and her mom told her it was time to start eating. After taking a couple of bites of her food she decided to throw her fork on the ground, she then started laughing. Her grandma picked up her fork and then she threw it on the ground again and laughed. This time her dad told her that she was not supposed to throw her fork and the next time she threw it she would get in trouble. Like any other two year old would do she threw it on the ground and starting laughing like it was the first time. The other side of Olivia is a very enjoyable child that has a lot of fun and is always smiling and laughing. She enjoys being around people and has a blast playing with her toys, dogs or family members. Her mom decided to make cupcakes with bugs on top of them for her birthday. When she saw them for the first time she started jumping up and down and kept saying “ucky bugs”. Her smile never stopped from the time she started eating them until the time everyone left that day.
CASE STUDY II
Emma, who is currently 35 months of age. Emma able to hold and drink from a spouted cup, but arm movements remain spastic and she often splashes and or knocks over the cup when setting it down. She can finger feed a variety of small, soft foods, such as cut soft bread sandwiches, soft cooked vegetables, soft fruits, etc. She is beginning to use a spoon more effectively. Although she can chew effectively, she continues to have choking responses to rough, hard or chewy textures (meats, raw vegetables, fruits, etc.) Her mother reports that she continues to feed baby food to maintain nutrition, while having Emma practice using her spoon to feed herself at least half the meal. Her mother has a list of foods she is gradually introducing in small bites to increase Emma’s ability to accept the foods the family typically eats.
Emma was able to assist with dressing (raise an arm, step into a pants leg when held). But due to significant challenges in moving her arms and legs she can not yet undress or dress independently. She can open and close Velcro tabs. Her mother reports that Emma has strong preferences and insists on choosing her clothes each day. Emma has functional receptive language skills and routinely follows 2-3 step directions. She knows the names of her toys, colors, and various household objects. Emma uses 2-3 word phrases, expresses her wishes and dislikes with both words and gestures. Her pronunciation has not kept up with the vocabulary she tries to use. Emma tantrums 1-3 times daily when she can not communicate her desires, especially to her sister Jana (5 1/2 years old), since Emma is very motivated to play with her. Emma both initiates and reciprocates play interactions with adults and other children. She picks up and hands others books to read or toys to play with. She seeks the attention of her family “Look Emma”. When other children visit, Emma wants to play, but motorically cannot keep up. She needs a lot of adult facilitation and direction to imitate what the other children are doing. She loves making noises and shaking noisy toys. She laughs easily and cries when frustrated. She can sit with support or rise up from her stomach to play on the floor with toys. Outdoors, she loves swinging in her adapted seat and pool play if an adult can help her balance.
Emma can sit without support, but may lose her balance when reaching for and grabbing toys. She sometimes can sit back up on her own but not always. She can crawl and roll. She has a wheel chair, but spends much play time out of it. When put in a standing position, she can hold a couch or chair and stand 1-2 minutes on her own. She is just beginning to try a side ways step.
CASE STUDY III
James is almost four years old and lives with his mom and dad in a house in the country. His father is a train engineer and spends a few days a week on the rails while his mother stays at home as a housewife. Their house sits on a large plot of land surrounded by woods on one side and a cornfield on the other. They have neighbors but only on one side and across the street. They also have many pets, two dogs, three cats, and some fish. James is presently the only child but that will be changing in a few months, as his mother is pregnant and due at the end of August. He loves trains, animals, broccoli, and being inside and outside of his house. He does not like the word “No” and is having a tough time adjusting to his mom’s attempts to add structure into their unstructured lives as her due date approaches. As an infant Betsy, James’s mother, chose not to breast feed and instead gave him formula. As a toddler, James hit all the important milestones, according to his mother, included learning to walk which occurred around fifteen months.
As James progressed from a toddler to preschooler, he continued to progress as he should with only one minor lapse. When James was three, he broke his first bone. He broke his right arm during the spring while playing in the woods behind his house with his dogs. Having a cast on his arm only slowed him down and kept him out of the water, but other than that nothing changed. Even though James just turned four he has hit many of the required gross and fine motor skills. He can run, hop, jump, walk up and down stairs alone, dress and undress, use the bathroom on his own.
James progressed through the building blocks of language beginning with babbling and moving through his first word around fifteen months and first sentence a little while later. While his mother does not know the exact time when he started babbling and spoke his first sentence, she does recall however never being concerned about the development. Currently, he is speaking in full sentences that vary in lengths and purposes. He enjoys watching television shows about super heroes and if given the chance, he will spend large amounts of time, sometimes up to twenty minutes, telling his listener all about them. James demonstrates a inclination to want to read and will often ask someone around him to read him his favorite book or play with the magnetic letters his mom bought him. His language skills are growing each day and he is learning to try new things on his own with the idea that he can always ask for help.
Grading Criteria for Developmental Profile Assignment Name:
Provides a strong and insightful analysis of the child which addresses all of the following: Physical, socioemotional,intellectual, communication milestones and various developmental abilities.
Perspactives and opinions are well supported and referenced with content specific and references to concepts and theories from the Assignmentwork are provided to support claims in your owm thinking, making insightful and applicable connections.
Provides a solid analysis of the child which addresses at least 3 milestones Perspectives and opinions are supported/ referenced with some theorists; may need further examples.
Uses relevant references to support claims in your own thinking; additional clarification may be needed.
Provides a basic summary OR addresses only 2 milestones.
Perspectives and opinions are not always supported with theorists. Uses few references to concepts and theories and may not always make clear connections to your own thoughts and ideas.
Submission addresses 1 or less developmental milestones OR is not submitted
Professionally written with zero spelling and grammatical errors.
Can be used as an exemplar for other students.
Professionally written with few spelling and grammatical errors.
Is not professionally written and includes many spelling and grammatical errors.
Not carefully proof read OR is not submitted. | 2,343 | ENGLISH | 1 |
The character Rodion Romanovna Raskolnikov from Fyodor Dostoevsky’s novel Crime and Punishment is a classic example of a tragic hero. His life as a man of many redeeming qualities takes a turn for the worst as his desires to improve his existence lead him to surrender to temptations that inevitably ruin his life. Fortunately, Raskolnikov’s life does not end in tragedy, for he is able to find comfort and peace of mind through the unconditional love of his friends and family. Through Raskolnikov, author Dostoevsky implies that criminals want to be punished and that love is the greatest remedy for even the biggest of problems.
Raskolnikov is the type of person least likely to be suspected of committing a crime. He comes from an educated family and is always the first to help people in need, even if it means giving them his last dollar. For instance, early in the novel, Raskolnikov observes a young girl staggering down the street, followed by a strange looking man. “I don’t know that dandy…he is very eager to get hold of her to get her away somewhere while she is in this state…Think how can we keep her out of his hands, and how are we to get her home?” (Dostoevsky, 43) Raskolnikov is so concerned with the safety and well being of the young girl that he is compelled to give the last of his money to an officer for a cab to take her home.
Another example showing his generosity is the time he takes the drunken Marmeladov home and leaves money on the windowsill on his way out. “As he went out, Raskolnikov had time to put his hand into his pocket, to snatch up the coppers he had received in exchange for his rouble in the tavern and to lay them unnoticed on the window.” (Dostoevsky, 23) Although Raskolnikov knows that he cannot afford to be giving out money, he leaves what he has because he feels they are in greater need of it than he is.
It is unquestionable that Raskolnikov loves his family and will do anything for them-including murder. In the novel Crime and Punishment, Raskolnikov’s tragic flaw is his mother and sister. He realizes the bad economic situation they are in as well as his own poverty stricken life. He knows that they cannot afford to send him money for his expenses and feels completely responsible for his sister Dounia’s engagement to Luzhin, a rich man. Raskolnikov believes that Dounia is sacrificing her life in order to provide for her family. Taking these circumstances into account, Raskolnikov takes it upon himself to prevent his sister from what he feels is a mistake, and also to improve his own life. One of his major weaknesses is that he does not always weigh the consequences of an action before he acts. Thus, after he murders the pawnbroker and her sister, he is appalled by his own inability to deal with what he has done. “I ought to have known it…And how dared I, knowing myself, knowing how I should be, take up an axe and shed blood! I ought to have known beforehand….Ah, but I did know!” (Dostoevsky, 238) Raskolnikov knows that murdering people for any reason is wrong, but he chose to ignore his beliefs because his only concern was of getting money to help alleviate some of their family troubles. Never did he expect such a big commotion to arise from the killing of such a sinister woman.
Raskolnikov’s overriding weakness is his incapability to live with his guilt. Throughout the novel, Raskolnikov gives off many hints that he is the murderer because deep inside, he wants to confess. In fact, he went as far as revealing to Zometov the exact way he committed the crime, and even says, “And what if it was I who murdered the old woman and Lizaveta?” (Dostoevsky, 145) Raskolnikov is suffering so much from his guilt that he feels the only way to relieve himself of it is to either die or serve his time in prison. Dostoevsky believes that deep inside, all criminals want to be punished.
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0.30163979530... | 1 | The character Rodion Romanovna Raskolnikov from Fyodor Dostoevsky’s novel Crime and Punishment is a classic example of a tragic hero. His life as a man of many redeeming qualities takes a turn for the worst as his desires to improve his existence lead him to surrender to temptations that inevitably ruin his life. Fortunately, Raskolnikov’s life does not end in tragedy, for he is able to find comfort and peace of mind through the unconditional love of his friends and family. Through Raskolnikov, author Dostoevsky implies that criminals want to be punished and that love is the greatest remedy for even the biggest of problems.
Raskolnikov is the type of person least likely to be suspected of committing a crime. He comes from an educated family and is always the first to help people in need, even if it means giving them his last dollar. For instance, early in the novel, Raskolnikov observes a young girl staggering down the street, followed by a strange looking man. “I don’t know that dandy…he is very eager to get hold of her to get her away somewhere while she is in this state…Think how can we keep her out of his hands, and how are we to get her home?” (Dostoevsky, 43) Raskolnikov is so concerned with the safety and well being of the young girl that he is compelled to give the last of his money to an officer for a cab to take her home.
Another example showing his generosity is the time he takes the drunken Marmeladov home and leaves money on the windowsill on his way out. “As he went out, Raskolnikov had time to put his hand into his pocket, to snatch up the coppers he had received in exchange for his rouble in the tavern and to lay them unnoticed on the window.” (Dostoevsky, 23) Although Raskolnikov knows that he cannot afford to be giving out money, he leaves what he has because he feels they are in greater need of it than he is.
It is unquestionable that Raskolnikov loves his family and will do anything for them-including murder. In the novel Crime and Punishment, Raskolnikov’s tragic flaw is his mother and sister. He realizes the bad economic situation they are in as well as his own poverty stricken life. He knows that they cannot afford to send him money for his expenses and feels completely responsible for his sister Dounia’s engagement to Luzhin, a rich man. Raskolnikov believes that Dounia is sacrificing her life in order to provide for her family. Taking these circumstances into account, Raskolnikov takes it upon himself to prevent his sister from what he feels is a mistake, and also to improve his own life. One of his major weaknesses is that he does not always weigh the consequences of an action before he acts. Thus, after he murders the pawnbroker and her sister, he is appalled by his own inability to deal with what he has done. “I ought to have known it…And how dared I, knowing myself, knowing how I should be, take up an axe and shed blood! I ought to have known beforehand….Ah, but I did know!” (Dostoevsky, 238) Raskolnikov knows that murdering people for any reason is wrong, but he chose to ignore his beliefs because his only concern was of getting money to help alleviate some of their family troubles. Never did he expect such a big commotion to arise from the killing of such a sinister woman.
Raskolnikov’s overriding weakness is his incapability to live with his guilt. Throughout the novel, Raskolnikov gives off many hints that he is the murderer because deep inside, he wants to confess. In fact, he went as far as revealing to Zometov the exact way he committed the crime, and even says, “And what if it was I who murdered the old woman and Lizaveta?” (Dostoevsky, 145) Raskolnikov is suffering so much from his guilt that he feels the only way to relieve himself of it is to either die or serve his time in prison. Dostoevsky believes that deep inside, all criminals want to be punished.
Raskolnikov is no doubt a tragic hero, but what saves him from utter destruction is the love that is poured in from his mother, Dounia, Razumihin, and Sonia. Raskolnikov s greedy desire to improve his life and his inability to live with his guilt lead him to the brink of death. It is only through the love of his family and friends that Raskolnikov is able to move on with life, and to have hope for a better future. | 1,016 | ENGLISH | 1 |
On Tuesday Year 6 were visited by Richard, that history bloke, who came into school to do a session all about Ancient Greece.
We started off with an Ancient Greek quiz, to see what we already knew about the Greeks.
1. Greece was a country- FALSE
It was made up of city states and each city had its own rules, laws and armies. They all spoke the same language and had the same religion and that is all.
2. Slave could be bought and sold at a market just like animals- TRUE
We found out the younger boys were more expensive because they would last longer as the general life expectancy of the working class would be between 35-45 and girls would be worth less as the Ancient Greeks thought girls were weaker!
3. Greek invented voting- TRUE
Democracy= The rule of the people. However women were not allowed to vote, slaves couldn’t vote and men under the age of 30 couldn’t vote. The Athenians invented democracy. One of the ways people could vote are by putting down a white pebble for yes and a black pebble for no.
4. Spartan parents owned their children- FALSE
The baby would belong to Sparta the city state. They were trained to be strong and serve their city. If they didn’t think your baby was strong enough they would leave it on the hillside for the night and if it survived it would be welcomed back as it would have been seen to be protected by the Gods.
5. Children from Sparta were punished for stealing food- FALSE
In Sparta, when people stole and got away with it they thought that person possessed traits that would be good on the battle field- team work, sneaky and athletic for escaping. If people got caught you would not be punished for stealing you would be punished for not escaping. The punishment was whipping by the parents and they would only stop if they didn’t cry or whimper!
After this we then began looking at what an Ancient Greek warrior would have worn in battle. We looked at and tried on each of the items to see how heavy and comfortable or uncomfortable they were.
*Griaves- Shin Pad
*Vangard- Arm/Wrist protection
We finished the morning playing some traditional Ancient Greek dice games.
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We started off with an Ancient Greek quiz, to see what we already knew about the Greeks.
1. Greece was a country- FALSE
It was made up of city states and each city had its own rules, laws and armies. They all spoke the same language and had the same religion and that is all.
2. Slave could be bought and sold at a market just like animals- TRUE
We found out the younger boys were more expensive because they would last longer as the general life expectancy of the working class would be between 35-45 and girls would be worth less as the Ancient Greeks thought girls were weaker!
3. Greek invented voting- TRUE
Democracy= The rule of the people. However women were not allowed to vote, slaves couldn’t vote and men under the age of 30 couldn’t vote. The Athenians invented democracy. One of the ways people could vote are by putting down a white pebble for yes and a black pebble for no.
4. Spartan parents owned their children- FALSE
The baby would belong to Sparta the city state. They were trained to be strong and serve their city. If they didn’t think your baby was strong enough they would leave it on the hillside for the night and if it survived it would be welcomed back as it would have been seen to be protected by the Gods.
5. Children from Sparta were punished for stealing food- FALSE
In Sparta, when people stole and got away with it they thought that person possessed traits that would be good on the battle field- team work, sneaky and athletic for escaping. If people got caught you would not be punished for stealing you would be punished for not escaping. The punishment was whipping by the parents and they would only stop if they didn’t cry or whimper!
After this we then began looking at what an Ancient Greek warrior would have worn in battle. We looked at and tried on each of the items to see how heavy and comfortable or uncomfortable they were.
*Griaves- Shin Pad
*Vangard- Arm/Wrist protection
We finished the morning playing some traditional Ancient Greek dice games.
We all learnt a lot about the Ancient Greeks, A big thankyou to Richard! | 481 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Israel during the time of Jesus was a complex and diverse society, with a rich history and culture. It was a time of political and religious upheaval, with the Roman Empire occupying the land and the Jewish people struggling to maintain their identity and traditions.
The Roman Occupation
At the time of Jesus, Israel was under Roman occupation. The Romans had conquered the land in 63 BCE and had established a puppet government, with the high priest serving as the local ruler. The Romans were known for their brutal tactics and their willingness to use force to maintain control.
Despite the Roman occupation, the Jewish people continued to practice their religion and maintain their traditions. The temple in Jerusalem was the center of Jewish worship, and it was a place of great importance to the Jewish people. The temple was also a symbol of Jewish identity and resistance to Roman rule.
The Jewish People
The Jewish people during the time of Jesus were a diverse group, with different beliefs and practices. There were several different sects within Judaism, including the Pharisees, the Sadducees, and the Essenes. Each sect had its own beliefs and practices, and they often disagreed with each other.
The Pharisees were a group of Jewish leaders who were known for their strict adherence to the law. They believed in the resurrection of the dead and the existence of angels and demons. The Sadducees, on the other hand, were a group of Jewish leaders who rejected these beliefs. They believed in the authority of the written law and did not believe in the resurrection of the dead.
The Essenes were a group of Jewish ascetics who lived in the desert and practiced a strict form of Judaism. They believed in the importance of ritual purity and the coming of a messiah who would bring about the end of the world.
Jesus and His Message
Jesus was born in Bethlehem, a small town in Israel, around 4 BCE. He grew up in Nazareth, a town in the northern part of the country. Jesus was a Jew, and he was raised in a Jewish family. He was a carpenter by trade, and he began his ministry when he was around 30 years old.
Jesus’ message was one of love and compassion. He preached about the kingdom of God and the importance of loving one’s neighbor. He performed miracles, such as healing the sick and feeding the hungry, and he attracted a large following.
Jesus’ message was seen as a threat by the Jewish leaders, who saw him as a potential troublemaker. They were also concerned about his popularity and the possibility that he could incite a rebellion against the Romans.
Jesus was arrested by the Roman authorities and was sentenced to death by crucifixion. Crucifixion was a common form of punishment in the Roman Empire, and it was a brutal and painful way to die.
Jesus’ crucifixion was a turning point in the history of Christianity. It was seen as a sacrifice for the sins of humanity, and it was the beginning of the Christian faith.
The Legacy of Jesus
Jesus’ message of love and compassion continues to inspire people around the world today. His teachings have had a profound impact on Western civilization, and his legacy can be seen in the art, literature, and music of the past two thousand years.
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The Roman Occupation
At the time of Jesus, Israel was under Roman occupation. The Romans had conquered the land in 63 BCE and had established a puppet government, with the high priest serving as the local ruler. The Romans were known for their brutal tactics and their willingness to use force to maintain control.
Despite the Roman occupation, the Jewish people continued to practice their religion and maintain their traditions. The temple in Jerusalem was the center of Jewish worship, and it was a place of great importance to the Jewish people. The temple was also a symbol of Jewish identity and resistance to Roman rule.
The Jewish People
The Jewish people during the time of Jesus were a diverse group, with different beliefs and practices. There were several different sects within Judaism, including the Pharisees, the Sadducees, and the Essenes. Each sect had its own beliefs and practices, and they often disagreed with each other.
The Pharisees were a group of Jewish leaders who were known for their strict adherence to the law. They believed in the resurrection of the dead and the existence of angels and demons. The Sadducees, on the other hand, were a group of Jewish leaders who rejected these beliefs. They believed in the authority of the written law and did not believe in the resurrection of the dead.
The Essenes were a group of Jewish ascetics who lived in the desert and practiced a strict form of Judaism. They believed in the importance of ritual purity and the coming of a messiah who would bring about the end of the world.
Jesus and His Message
Jesus was born in Bethlehem, a small town in Israel, around 4 BCE. He grew up in Nazareth, a town in the northern part of the country. Jesus was a Jew, and he was raised in a Jewish family. He was a carpenter by trade, and he began his ministry when he was around 30 years old.
Jesus’ message was one of love and compassion. He preached about the kingdom of God and the importance of loving one’s neighbor. He performed miracles, such as healing the sick and feeding the hungry, and he attracted a large following.
Jesus’ message was seen as a threat by the Jewish leaders, who saw him as a potential troublemaker. They were also concerned about his popularity and the possibility that he could incite a rebellion against the Romans.
Jesus was arrested by the Roman authorities and was sentenced to death by crucifixion. Crucifixion was a common form of punishment in the Roman Empire, and it was a brutal and painful way to die.
Jesus’ crucifixion was a turning point in the history of Christianity. It was seen as a sacrifice for the sins of humanity, and it was the beginning of the Christian faith.
The Legacy of Jesus
Jesus’ message of love and compassion continues to inspire people around the world today. His teachings have had a profound impact on Western civilization, and his legacy can be seen in the art, literature, and music of the past two thousand years.
Israel during the time of Jesus was a complex and diverse society, with a rich history and culture. It was a time of political and religious upheaval, but it was also a time of great hope and possibility. Jesus’ message of love and compassion continues to inspire people today, and his legacy lives on. | 720 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Some pirates did sport eyepatches, but not for the reason most people think. The popular misconception is that pirates wore eyepatches so they could already have one eye adjusted to the dark when they went below deck during battle. Indeed, there have been several experiments to see whether the practice works, including those carried out by the US Navy during WW2, and by the TV series MythBusters in 2007, although these were inconclusive.
Regardless, there is no historical evidence to suggest that eyepatches were ever worn for this purpose, and instead, the reality is actually far simpler: patches were used to cover an empty eye socket if the eye was lost to injury. Furthermore, most areas below deck already had natural light courtesy of portholes and lanterns, so it is unlikely there was ever total darkness anyway.
- Listen | Dr Rebecca Simon responds to your questions on the 17th-century golden age of piracy. Plus, how accurate are pop culture portrayals of pirates?
What about peg legs?
So-called ‘peg legs’ may have been a reality on pirate ships due to the high risk of injuries, but again, there are no eyewitness accounts to suggest anyone wore them. Just like the pirate trope of buried treasure, the popular use of eyepatches and peg legs stems from Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island, , in which Long John Silver has both.
- Read more | Everything you need to know about the golden age of piracy
As well as his friend, poet William Henley (who had his left leg amputated due to tuberculosis of the bone), the author was also likely inspired by veterans of the American Civil War, whom he met while travelling around the US. Many of the soldiers were disfigured and therefore had to use the items in their daily lives. Thus, the connection between pirates, eyepatches and peg legs was born.
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Regardless, there is no historical evidence to suggest that eyepatches were ever worn for this purpose, and instead, the reality is actually far simpler: patches were used to cover an empty eye socket if the eye was lost to injury. Furthermore, most areas below deck already had natural light courtesy of portholes and lanterns, so it is unlikely there was ever total darkness anyway.
- Listen | Dr Rebecca Simon responds to your questions on the 17th-century golden age of piracy. Plus, how accurate are pop culture portrayals of pirates?
What about peg legs?
So-called ‘peg legs’ may have been a reality on pirate ships due to the high risk of injuries, but again, there are no eyewitness accounts to suggest anyone wore them. Just like the pirate trope of buried treasure, the popular use of eyepatches and peg legs stems from Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island, , in which Long John Silver has both.
- Read more | Everything you need to know about the golden age of piracy
As well as his friend, poet William Henley (who had his left leg amputated due to tuberculosis of the bone), the author was also likely inspired by veterans of the American Civil War, whom he met while travelling around the US. Many of the soldiers were disfigured and therefore had to use the items in their daily lives. Thus, the connection between pirates, eyepatches and peg legs was born.
This content first appeared in the December 2021 issue of BBC History Revealed | 401 | ENGLISH | 1 |
|Titian (1528), National Gallery, London
One of the great names in medical history, Girolamo Fracastoro appears in the National Gallery painting by Titian in full regalia. We owe him the name syphilis, derived from his poem (1530) Syphilis sive morbus gallicus (“Syphilis or The French Disease”) in which a shepherd boy named Syphilus was punished by Apollo with a horrible disease that could be treated with mercury. Perhaps brought to Europe by the crew of Christopher Columbus, it spread to Italy by the invading French troops and was accordingly named morbus gallicus or the French disease. Some scholars have speculated that Titian may have painted the portrait in exchange for himself being treated for syphilis.
Fracastorius was a polymath, physician, poet, and scholar. Descended from a patrician Veronese family, he was born there around 1476–1478. He studied literature, mathematics, astronomy, geography, philosophy and medicine at the academy in Padua, where immediately after receiving his degree in 1502 he became instructor in logic. In 1509 he returned to Verona, where he dedicated himself to his studies and developed a private medical practice, treating patients from all over Italy. Though interested in politics, he never held public office, but became widely known for his erudition and competence in liberal arts, philosophy, natural sciences, and medicine. His work De Contagione (1546) contains the first scientific suggestion that epidemic diseases could be transmitted by contagion caused by a different type of rapidly multiplying minute body. He speculated they were transmitted either by direct contact or through the air or by material such as soiled clothes or linen, which he called fomites. He also gave the first description for typhus.
Appointed in 1545 as physician to the Council of Trent, he influenced the transfer of the Council from Trent to Bologna because of the danger of plague. He suffered a fatal stroke in 1553 and was buried in Verona, where a statue in his honor was erected in 1555.
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One of the great names in medical history, Girolamo Fracastoro appears in the National Gallery painting by Titian in full regalia. We owe him the name syphilis, derived from his poem (1530) Syphilis sive morbus gallicus (“Syphilis or The French Disease”) in which a shepherd boy named Syphilus was punished by Apollo with a horrible disease that could be treated with mercury. Perhaps brought to Europe by the crew of Christopher Columbus, it spread to Italy by the invading French troops and was accordingly named morbus gallicus or the French disease. Some scholars have speculated that Titian may have painted the portrait in exchange for himself being treated for syphilis.
Fracastorius was a polymath, physician, poet, and scholar. Descended from a patrician Veronese family, he was born there around 1476–1478. He studied literature, mathematics, astronomy, geography, philosophy and medicine at the academy in Padua, where immediately after receiving his degree in 1502 he became instructor in logic. In 1509 he returned to Verona, where he dedicated himself to his studies and developed a private medical practice, treating patients from all over Italy. Though interested in politics, he never held public office, but became widely known for his erudition and competence in liberal arts, philosophy, natural sciences, and medicine. His work De Contagione (1546) contains the first scientific suggestion that epidemic diseases could be transmitted by contagion caused by a different type of rapidly multiplying minute body. He speculated they were transmitted either by direct contact or through the air or by material such as soiled clothes or linen, which he called fomites. He also gave the first description for typhus.
Appointed in 1545 as physician to the Council of Trent, he influenced the transfer of the Council from Trent to Bologna because of the danger of plague. He suffered a fatal stroke in 1553 and was buried in Verona, where a statue in his honor was erected in 1555.
, MD, Editor-in-Chief | 467 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Last week, a 12-year-old Dutch girl went into labor while on a school field trip. Neither she nor her family were previously aware that she was pregnant. Teachers rushed the girl to Groningen Hospital in a northern part of the Netherlands, where she gave birth to a healthy baby.
In the modern era, 12 is a tragically young age to give birth in developed nations. That’s a cultural fact rather than physical one, though: Twelve-year-old mothers aren’t unusual in some parts of the world. What’s the youngest a woman can give birth, physically?
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In the modern era, 12 is a tragically young age to give birth in developed nations. That’s a cultural fact rather than physical one, though: Twelve-year-old mothers aren’t unusual in some parts of the world. What’s the youngest a woman can give birth, physically?
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Lina Medina, a Peruvian girl born in 1933, began menstruating at the age of eight months, was tragically raped as a 5-year-old and gave birth at six years, five months. She is the youngest confirmed mother in medical history. Medina is still alive today. Her son, born by caesarian section, was raised as her brother. | 278 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Prior to the Europeans arrival, Spanish Peaks Country served as a crossroads for the native people of southern Colorado and northern New Mexico.
Taos Pueblo in New Mexico was a major trading center for over 1,000 years, and the Native people, who spread many trading routes from Taos, headed north most frequently, crossing into Colorado’s San Luis Valley and over the Sangre de Cristos in Spanish Peaks Country. From here, they would travel farther into the Front Range, Wyoming, Montana, or Nebraska.
Back then, it was the Utes, Navajos, Jicarilla Apaches, and Comanches who traveled through Spanish Peaks Country. They believed the Spanish Peaks were sacred and performed many ceremonies here. According to their legends, Spanish Peaks Country was where mankind first emerged from the womb of the earth into their vision of the Garden of Eden.
The Spanish and French trappers were the first Europeans to come to Spanish Peaks Country, and they founded a settlement along the Huerfano River called Badito.
Zebulon Pike, who led an expedition in 1806 to 1807 to map the lower half of the Louisiana Purchase, soon followed. By that time, more than 1,400 Europeans had already passed through Spanish Peaks Country.
At the beginning of the Colorado Territory days, Spanish Peaks Country was much larger, stretching from the Arkansas River south to New Mexico and from the Kansas border to the mountains. Over time, however, it was broken into the smaller counties we are familiar with today.
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Back then, it was the Utes, Navajos, Jicarilla Apaches, and Comanches who traveled through Spanish Peaks Country. They believed the Spanish Peaks were sacred and performed many ceremonies here. According to their legends, Spanish Peaks Country was where mankind first emerged from the womb of the earth into their vision of the Garden of Eden.
The Spanish and French trappers were the first Europeans to come to Spanish Peaks Country, and they founded a settlement along the Huerfano River called Badito.
Zebulon Pike, who led an expedition in 1806 to 1807 to map the lower half of the Louisiana Purchase, soon followed. By that time, more than 1,400 Europeans had already passed through Spanish Peaks Country.
At the beginning of the Colorado Territory days, Spanish Peaks Country was much larger, stretching from the Arkansas River south to New Mexico and from the Kansas border to the mountains. Over time, however, it was broken into the smaller counties we are familiar with today.
For many years, Badito was Spanish Peaks Country’s main center of business and the official county seat before Walsenburg became more established and the county offices were moved there. | 353 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Concussion Awareness is aimed at building awareness of injuries to the head resulting from sports, falling in the home, work accidents and symptoms of concussion.
A concussion is a form of brain injury. It is caused when the brain is shaken back and forth, banging against the hard bone of the skull.
This motion can cause the brain tissue to become stretched and damaged. This can then lead to a chain of changes within the brain and this can cause you to have difficulties doing your everyday activities.
It can be caused by a variety of things, it could be a car accident, a sporting injury or perhaps a fall. For many people, the concussion (and the brain injury that they receive) are seen to be relatively mild in their nature.
Many medical professionals will say that a concussion is a mild form of brain injury, which means that they are not seen as being particularly serious or life-threatening.
However, despite this, they can lead to some quite serious ill-effects and symptoms, all of which can have an impact on your life and how you function.
This means that if you have any form of suspected concussion, you get medical help as soon as you notice symptoms. Just to make sure that you are properly diagnosed.
A single one-off concussion, even one that is serious in its nature and lasts for an extended period of time, should be entirely recoverable. This means that you should not find that you are impacted by your concussion later on in your life.
However, those who have repeated concussions (something that is often seen in certain sports) could then leave the person with a higher risk of developing a degenerative disease that progresses and gets worse, exhibiting symptoms much like Alzheimer’s.
When it comes to helping someone who has a concussion, or getting treatment yourself, it is important to get the concussion diagnosed. This means that you should be on the lookout for some of the key symptoms that would show you that someone may have a concussion.
To help you we have put together some examples of this.
One common symptom of concussion is problems balancing. This is largely caused by dizziness and will often feel just like having vertigo (where it seems that the world is moving around you).
For the most part, bleeding will be linked to a person being injured and this leads to concussion. Bleeding from the ears is usually due to a bleed around the brain and is something that should be checked on.
Visual problems are a common issue linked to concussions. People will usually have blurred or double vision for around 1-2 weeks after the initial injury to the brain and for the most part, the symptom should go away on its own.
Many people, first realise that they may have a concussion because they feel confused. They may be entirely unaware of their surroundings, they may seem too dealy in answering questions and they may also have a blank expression, even when they are being interacted with.
Someone who is concussed may find it hard to know what to say as if they cannot think of the right words, or they may say words that are out of context.
Being sleepy or feeling that you need to fall asleep is a common symptom of concussion. The advice used to be to not fall asleep when you had a suspected concussion (at least for a short period of time) however this is not the case now and doctors agree that you should be given the opportunity to sleep if you want to.
As well as finding it hard to speak, you may also find it hard to understand words that are being said to you and following a conversation.
You may feel drowsy when you have a concussion, as we have already explored, if you do feel sleepy, it is okay to sleep.
The majority of people should not have a fit or a seizure as a part of a concussion, although it can and does happen. It is said that the higher the level of brain injury, then the more likely it is going to be that the person will have a seizure.
Many people who have a concussion will complain of a headache, this is a side effect of the brain becoming injured in the event.
Someone who has a concussion will often seem to be rambling and their decision-making process may not make any sense. This is due to the way that their brain is working at that current moment.
Some vision issues that are linked to concussion can be caused by the eyes and the links that they have with the brain actually becoming damaged. These vision issues can be relatively small in their nature, but they can still have an impact on how you can perform your everyday tasks.
If the incident that led to the concussion was severe in its nature, then there is always a chance that the person will have been unconscious for some time. It is vital that first aid is followed and that the person is kept safe and given the right space and set up to recover. If there has been unconsciousness, then they will need to seek medical help to identify and diagnose the brain injury that occurred.
The loss of memory that goes with a concussion will usually only last for a short period of time. It is often concentrated on the brief moments before the injury and straight after.
The damage to the links between the eyes and brain can also lead the person to say that they are seeing stars and lights. This is due to the disruption and should get better over time.
Also known as photophobia, many people who have been diagnosed with concussion state that they find it hard to be around light. This not only is during the initial period of concussion but can also be something that impacts them for some time afterwards.
It is normal to feel a little sensitive to sound when you have had a concussion. This could be caused by tinnitus, which is when you have a ringing or buzzing sound in your ear. Many people say that they find it hard to be in noisy, busy places, such as grocery stores and restaurants.
For many people slurred speech is a common symptom of concussion and this is due to the damage to the brain. So long as the brain injury is not too severe, the slurring should get better after a few days. Any longer than this needs to be checked out by a medical professional.
Due to the fact that the head and brain area has been in the incident and received damage, it is common that there will be a temporary loss of consciousness.
One of the most common symptoms that people have when they suffer from a concussion, is vomiting and nausea. This is often linked to feelings of dizziness.
When an event occurs that causes a concussion or could possibly cause a concussion, then it is important to try and do the right things to limit the chance of the person becoming even more unwell.
However, this does mean that you need to be aware of what to do in this situation. Here are some of the main things that you need to do.
You first want to know whether or not the person that has been injured is alert and conscious. If they are, then you can start to help to identify the severity of the situation. If they are not then you will need to follow the first aid rules to ensure that they are protected as much as possible.
If you want to find out whether or not the person is alert or just how much they are aware of, then it makes sense to try and get them to react to voice prompts. This may be hard for them to do if they are in pain or are starting to develop shock, but they should be encouraged to answer you or to show some sign that they are hearing and understanding what you are saying to them.
A concussion can develop and the person who is concussed can deteriorate at quite a rapid pace. Therefore it is important to ensure that you always carefully and closely monitor them to ensure that they do not deteriorate and that the symptoms or situation doesn’t get any worse.
No matter whether or not the concussion seems mild, it is always a good idea for the person to seek medical assistance, that way they can receive the right support and treatment for their issue.
If you are initially concerned about the person or they start to deteriorate over a short period of time, then you are going to want to call the emergency services to ensure that they are receiving the right help for them.
If you need to leave the patient to get something, ask for help or to call the emergency services, then you should not leave them alone. This means that you should find a trusted person to remain with them.
Someone who is concussed will need to be away from work, and they should not return until a doctor says that they are able to do their job safely.
Someone who has had a concussion should be mindful of their own symptoms and ensure that they get medical help if they feel that their symptoms are getting worse over time.
Anyone who deals with someone who has been injured and concussed should make sure that they report the injuries and the situation. This needs to be accurate and clear.
The best way to be able to deal with a concussion is to be prepared to deal with a concussion. This training course can provide all the required information to ensure that this happens.
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A concussion is a form of brain injury. It is caused when the brain is shaken back and forth, banging against the hard bone of the skull.
This motion can cause the brain tissue to become stretched and damaged. This can then lead to a chain of changes within the brain and this can cause you to have difficulties doing your everyday activities.
It can be caused by a variety of things, it could be a car accident, a sporting injury or perhaps a fall. For many people, the concussion (and the brain injury that they receive) are seen to be relatively mild in their nature.
Many medical professionals will say that a concussion is a mild form of brain injury, which means that they are not seen as being particularly serious or life-threatening.
However, despite this, they can lead to some quite serious ill-effects and symptoms, all of which can have an impact on your life and how you function.
This means that if you have any form of suspected concussion, you get medical help as soon as you notice symptoms. Just to make sure that you are properly diagnosed.
A single one-off concussion, even one that is serious in its nature and lasts for an extended period of time, should be entirely recoverable. This means that you should not find that you are impacted by your concussion later on in your life.
However, those who have repeated concussions (something that is often seen in certain sports) could then leave the person with a higher risk of developing a degenerative disease that progresses and gets worse, exhibiting symptoms much like Alzheimer’s.
When it comes to helping someone who has a concussion, or getting treatment yourself, it is important to get the concussion diagnosed. This means that you should be on the lookout for some of the key symptoms that would show you that someone may have a concussion.
To help you we have put together some examples of this.
One common symptom of concussion is problems balancing. This is largely caused by dizziness and will often feel just like having vertigo (where it seems that the world is moving around you).
For the most part, bleeding will be linked to a person being injured and this leads to concussion. Bleeding from the ears is usually due to a bleed around the brain and is something that should be checked on.
Visual problems are a common issue linked to concussions. People will usually have blurred or double vision for around 1-2 weeks after the initial injury to the brain and for the most part, the symptom should go away on its own.
Many people, first realise that they may have a concussion because they feel confused. They may be entirely unaware of their surroundings, they may seem too dealy in answering questions and they may also have a blank expression, even when they are being interacted with.
Someone who is concussed may find it hard to know what to say as if they cannot think of the right words, or they may say words that are out of context.
Being sleepy or feeling that you need to fall asleep is a common symptom of concussion. The advice used to be to not fall asleep when you had a suspected concussion (at least for a short period of time) however this is not the case now and doctors agree that you should be given the opportunity to sleep if you want to.
As well as finding it hard to speak, you may also find it hard to understand words that are being said to you and following a conversation.
You may feel drowsy when you have a concussion, as we have already explored, if you do feel sleepy, it is okay to sleep.
The majority of people should not have a fit or a seizure as a part of a concussion, although it can and does happen. It is said that the higher the level of brain injury, then the more likely it is going to be that the person will have a seizure.
Many people who have a concussion will complain of a headache, this is a side effect of the brain becoming injured in the event.
Someone who has a concussion will often seem to be rambling and their decision-making process may not make any sense. This is due to the way that their brain is working at that current moment.
Some vision issues that are linked to concussion can be caused by the eyes and the links that they have with the brain actually becoming damaged. These vision issues can be relatively small in their nature, but they can still have an impact on how you can perform your everyday tasks.
If the incident that led to the concussion was severe in its nature, then there is always a chance that the person will have been unconscious for some time. It is vital that first aid is followed and that the person is kept safe and given the right space and set up to recover. If there has been unconsciousness, then they will need to seek medical help to identify and diagnose the brain injury that occurred.
The loss of memory that goes with a concussion will usually only last for a short period of time. It is often concentrated on the brief moments before the injury and straight after.
The damage to the links between the eyes and brain can also lead the person to say that they are seeing stars and lights. This is due to the disruption and should get better over time.
Also known as photophobia, many people who have been diagnosed with concussion state that they find it hard to be around light. This not only is during the initial period of concussion but can also be something that impacts them for some time afterwards.
It is normal to feel a little sensitive to sound when you have had a concussion. This could be caused by tinnitus, which is when you have a ringing or buzzing sound in your ear. Many people say that they find it hard to be in noisy, busy places, such as grocery stores and restaurants.
For many people slurred speech is a common symptom of concussion and this is due to the damage to the brain. So long as the brain injury is not too severe, the slurring should get better after a few days. Any longer than this needs to be checked out by a medical professional.
Due to the fact that the head and brain area has been in the incident and received damage, it is common that there will be a temporary loss of consciousness.
One of the most common symptoms that people have when they suffer from a concussion, is vomiting and nausea. This is often linked to feelings of dizziness.
When an event occurs that causes a concussion or could possibly cause a concussion, then it is important to try and do the right things to limit the chance of the person becoming even more unwell.
However, this does mean that you need to be aware of what to do in this situation. Here are some of the main things that you need to do.
You first want to know whether or not the person that has been injured is alert and conscious. If they are, then you can start to help to identify the severity of the situation. If they are not then you will need to follow the first aid rules to ensure that they are protected as much as possible.
If you want to find out whether or not the person is alert or just how much they are aware of, then it makes sense to try and get them to react to voice prompts. This may be hard for them to do if they are in pain or are starting to develop shock, but they should be encouraged to answer you or to show some sign that they are hearing and understanding what you are saying to them.
A concussion can develop and the person who is concussed can deteriorate at quite a rapid pace. Therefore it is important to ensure that you always carefully and closely monitor them to ensure that they do not deteriorate and that the symptoms or situation doesn’t get any worse.
No matter whether or not the concussion seems mild, it is always a good idea for the person to seek medical assistance, that way they can receive the right support and treatment for their issue.
If you are initially concerned about the person or they start to deteriorate over a short period of time, then you are going to want to call the emergency services to ensure that they are receiving the right help for them.
If you need to leave the patient to get something, ask for help or to call the emergency services, then you should not leave them alone. This means that you should find a trusted person to remain with them.
Someone who is concussed will need to be away from work, and they should not return until a doctor says that they are able to do their job safely.
Someone who has had a concussion should be mindful of their own symptoms and ensure that they get medical help if they feel that their symptoms are getting worse over time.
Anyone who deals with someone who has been injured and concussed should make sure that they report the injuries and the situation. This needs to be accurate and clear.
The best way to be able to deal with a concussion is to be prepared to deal with a concussion. This training course can provide all the required information to ensure that this happens.
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24 May is Pansexual and Panromantic Visibility Day. Pansexuals are attracted to people regardless of their biological sex or gender identity. What counts for them is the person and not the gender with which their partner identifies. According to Statista, around 2% of the population in Germany identify as pansexual. Due to the rarity of this sexual orientation, many people are unaware that pansexuality even exists. Pansexuality is also often confused with bisexuality, as the two sexualities have a lot in common. However, bisexuality refers to attraction to men, women and trans people, while pansexuality also includes attraction to inter and non-binary people. Pansexual people are often confronted with the prejudice that they are completely indiscriminate in their choice of partners or that they are involuntarily attracted to all people – but this is wrong.
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Aryabhatta was born in Patna, Bihar in AD 476, during the time of Emperor Vikramaditya II. His disciple was the famous astronomer, Varaha Mihira. Aryabhatta received education from Nalanda University and was named ‘Aryabhattiya’ at the age of just 23. Wrote a book, due to his fame and acceptance of this book, King Buddhagupta made him the head of Nalanda University,
This book describes many topics such as astronomy, spherical trigonometry, arithmetic, algebra and simple trigonometry, he wrote all his inventions of mathematics and astronomy in the form of verses, this book was translated into Latin in the 13th century,
In the field of astronomy, Aryabhata was the first to infer that the earth is spherical, and that it rotates on its own axis, resulting in day and night, he also concluded that the moon is black, and that it Light shines because of this, he gave logical explanations about the principles of solar and lunar eclipses, he told that, the main reason for eclipses is the shadow created by the Earth and the Moon,
Aryabhata’s contribution in the field of mathematics is unique. He suggested formulas to calculate the areas of triangles and circles, which later proved to be correct. Many people believe that zero was invented by Aryabhata, the famous mathematician and astrologer of India, which is also true to a large extent. , because Aryabhata was the first person who gave the concept of zero
Aryabhata believed that there should be a number that could represent ten as a symbol for the number ten, then in the 6th century gave the theory of zero, Aryabhata, apart from Brahmagupta, another Indian mathematician credited with the invention of zero Sridharcharya invented the operation of zero in India in the 8th century and explained its properties. | <urn:uuid:9bc6e2ad-5eff-47ce-bb47-320c1a3192d1> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.inventiontalks.com/inventions-of-aryabhatta/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474541.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20240224144416-20240224174416-00018.warc.gz | en | 0.981498 | 408 | 3.75 | 4 | [
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This book describes many topics such as astronomy, spherical trigonometry, arithmetic, algebra and simple trigonometry, he wrote all his inventions of mathematics and astronomy in the form of verses, this book was translated into Latin in the 13th century,
In the field of astronomy, Aryabhata was the first to infer that the earth is spherical, and that it rotates on its own axis, resulting in day and night, he also concluded that the moon is black, and that it Light shines because of this, he gave logical explanations about the principles of solar and lunar eclipses, he told that, the main reason for eclipses is the shadow created by the Earth and the Moon,
Aryabhata’s contribution in the field of mathematics is unique. He suggested formulas to calculate the areas of triangles and circles, which later proved to be correct. Many people believe that zero was invented by Aryabhata, the famous mathematician and astrologer of India, which is also true to a large extent. , because Aryabhata was the first person who gave the concept of zero
Aryabhata believed that there should be a number that could represent ten as a symbol for the number ten, then in the 6th century gave the theory of zero, Aryabhata, apart from Brahmagupta, another Indian mathematician credited with the invention of zero Sridharcharya invented the operation of zero in India in the 8th century and explained its properties. | 406 | ENGLISH | 1 |
There are no wars like religious wars, and the wars between early protestants and Catholics are no exception. They tend to be particularly destructive and brutal. Such was the 1618-1648 Thirty Years War, which was one of the most destructive in human history. The German town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber might have met the same fate as many before it were it not for the legendary wine it produced and the extraordinary consumption ability of its Bürgermeister, Georg Nusch.
Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly led the Catholic armies of the Thirty Years War. For 11 of those 30 years, Tilly dominated the protestant forces, sacking and destroying town after town with a demoralizing effect. When he arrived at Rothenberg, he was prepared to do the same to it as he had done so many other times. Legend has it he sent the city's councilmen to death and prepared to burn the town. At the last second, he was convinced to take a glass of wine – in a large, beautifully ornate cup.
Tilly was as taken with the nearly one-gallon flagon as he was the wine itself. With his mood changed, either by the townsfolk or because of a delicious, intoxicating beverage, Tilly decided to offer the town a bargain. He said he would spare the town if anyone could slam an entire glassful of the wine – the 3.25 liter glassful – in one drink.
Anyone in the town was free to try, but there was a catch. Anyone who failed to down the full glass in a single go would be put to death. The choice was clear: die trying to drink the wine or die by the sword when the Catholics torch the town. That's when
fate the mayor stepped in.
The glass itself was new. No one had ever really downed a whole glass tankard of wine in one drink. No one knew they should have been practicing all these years. But that was okay. The people of Rothenberg elected him to take care of the town, and by choice and by duty, Georg Nusch was going to be the first man to make the attempt.
When Nusch walked in, he took the tankard, and downed the entire 3.25 liters of wine, all in one go. Everyone watching, especially Tilly, was suitably impressed. True to his word, Tilly spared the town, and the locals have been telling the legend of Der Meistertrunk (the Master Drink) for some 400 years now. They even wrote a play about it, which is retold better and better (like most bar stories) with every retelling.
But most notably, the story is retold in the clock tower of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, the 17th-century Ratstrinkstube. When the clock strikes the hour, a door opens and out comes Count Tilly on one side, and the other side comes Mayor Nusch, who puts a drink to his lips for as long as the clock chimes. | <urn:uuid:e880124c-a043-4ad0-8cfc-e26a86a7a612> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.wearethemighty.com/popular/this-mayor-saved-his-town-by-drinking-3-liters-of-wine-at-once/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473824.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222161802-20240222191802-00869.warc.gz | en | 0.9849 | 637 | 3.265625 | 3 | [
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Johann Tserclaes, Count of Tilly led the Catholic armies of the Thirty Years War. For 11 of those 30 years, Tilly dominated the protestant forces, sacking and destroying town after town with a demoralizing effect. When he arrived at Rothenberg, he was prepared to do the same to it as he had done so many other times. Legend has it he sent the city's councilmen to death and prepared to burn the town. At the last second, he was convinced to take a glass of wine – in a large, beautifully ornate cup.
Tilly was as taken with the nearly one-gallon flagon as he was the wine itself. With his mood changed, either by the townsfolk or because of a delicious, intoxicating beverage, Tilly decided to offer the town a bargain. He said he would spare the town if anyone could slam an entire glassful of the wine – the 3.25 liter glassful – in one drink.
Anyone in the town was free to try, but there was a catch. Anyone who failed to down the full glass in a single go would be put to death. The choice was clear: die trying to drink the wine or die by the sword when the Catholics torch the town. That's when
fate the mayor stepped in.
The glass itself was new. No one had ever really downed a whole glass tankard of wine in one drink. No one knew they should have been practicing all these years. But that was okay. The people of Rothenberg elected him to take care of the town, and by choice and by duty, Georg Nusch was going to be the first man to make the attempt.
When Nusch walked in, he took the tankard, and downed the entire 3.25 liters of wine, all in one go. Everyone watching, especially Tilly, was suitably impressed. True to his word, Tilly spared the town, and the locals have been telling the legend of Der Meistertrunk (the Master Drink) for some 400 years now. They even wrote a play about it, which is retold better and better (like most bar stories) with every retelling.
But most notably, the story is retold in the clock tower of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, the 17th-century Ratstrinkstube. When the clock strikes the hour, a door opens and out comes Count Tilly on one side, and the other side comes Mayor Nusch, who puts a drink to his lips for as long as the clock chimes. | 642 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Baseball is one of the most beloved sports in America, and its history is steeped in tradition. One of the most iconic symbols of the game is the baseball glove, which has become an essential piece of equipment for players at all levels. But when did people start using gloves in baseball?
The use of gloves in baseball can be traced back to the late 19th century, when players began to experiment with different ways to improve their grip on the bat and catch the ball. Gloves were initially made from a variety of materials, including leather, fish skin, and even chicken wire.
As the game evolved, so did the gloves, with players developing new techniques and technologies to improve their performance on the field. Today, baseball gloves are made from high-tech materials and are designed to help players perform at their best, whether they’re catching a fly ball or making a diving stop.
Whether you’re a seasoned player or a die-hard fan, the history of the baseball glove is a fascinating story that will take you back in time and make you appreciate the rich traditions of this great American pastime.
Gloves have been a part of baseball since the late 19th century. The first known use of gloves in baseball was by a team called the St. Louis Browns in 1875. Gloves were initially made of leather and were worn to protect the hands from the impact of the ball and to help players catch the ball more easily. Over time, the design of baseball gloves has evolved, with improvements in materials and technology leading to greater comfort, durability, and performance. Today, baseball gloves are an essential piece of equipment for players at all levels of the game.
The Evolution of Baseball Gloves
Early Baseball Gloves
In the early days of baseball, players did not use gloves. Instead, they relied on their bare hands to catch the ball. This made the game quite challenging, as the ball could easily slip through their fingers, especially when the ball was hit at high speeds. As a result, many players opted to wear gloves to improve their grip on the ball.
The first baseball gloves were made of a variety of materials, including leather, cloth, and even rubber. These early gloves were not designed specifically for baseball, but rather adapted from existing gloves used in other sports such as cricket and field hockey. They were typically long and extended up to the player’s elbow, providing extra protection for the arm.
Design-wise, the early baseball gloves were not much different from modern gloves. They had a pocket in the center of the glove where the ball would be caught, and a web of strings connecting the thumb and fingers to provide support and help the player secure the ball. Some gloves also had a padded palm to increase comfort and control.
Despite the benefits of wearing gloves, they were not immediately popular among players. Many players felt that gloves hindered their ability to move their hands quickly and gracefully, and some even feared that wearing gloves would make them appear less manly. However, as the game of baseball evolved, so did the gloves. Improvements in materials and design made gloves more comfortable and effective, and eventually, they became an essential part of the game. Today, it is rare to see a baseball player without a glove on the field.
Transition to Professional Baseball
The transition to professional baseball saw a significant change in the way players approached the game. Gloves, which were initially used only for protection, became an integral part of the game as players realized their potential to improve performance. The introduction of new glove models, the influence of gloves on the game, and the implementation of glove rules and regulations are some of the key factors that shaped the transition to professional baseball.
Introduction of New Glove Models
The 1870s saw the introduction of new glove models, such as the catcher’s mitt, which had a single strap and a large pocket. The glove was made of leather and had a longer break-in period. The fingerless gloves were also popular among players, and they were used to catch the ball without obstructing the hand.
Influence of Gloves on the Game
The influence of gloves on the game was significant as they allowed players to make more precise catches and throws. The gloves also provided an extra layer of protection, which reduced the risk of injury. The introduction of new glove models also led to a change in the playing style, as players started to use their gloves to field the ball more aggressively.
Glove Rules and Regulations
As the use of gloves became more widespread, the rules and regulations regarding their use were introduced. The first rule regarding the use of gloves was introduced in 1877, which stated that players were not allowed to use gloves that were too large or too small. The rule was later amended to include a weight limit for gloves. The use of web gloves was also banned in 1903, as they were deemed to provide an unfair advantage to the players.
In conclusion, the transition to professional baseball saw a significant change in the way players approached the game. The introduction of new glove models, the influence of gloves on the game, and the implementation of glove rules and regulations are some of the key factors that shaped the transition to professional baseball. The use of gloves has become an integral part of the game, and players continue to experiment with new designs and materials to improve their performance.
Glove Technology Advancements
As baseball continued to grow in popularity, so did the advancements in glove technology. Glove manufacturers were constantly looking for ways to improve the performance of the gloves, making them lighter, more durable, and better at catching the ball. Here are some of the key advancements in glove technology:
Improved materials and designs
One of the earliest advancements in glove technology was the use of better materials. Early gloves were made from leather, but as manufacturers looked for ways to make the gloves lighter and more flexible, they began to experiment with synthetic materials like nylon and spandex. These materials allowed for greater flexibility and comfort, while also reducing the weight of the glove.
Another important development in glove design was the use of a more anatomical shape. Early gloves were often quite bulky and didn’t fit the shape of the hand very well. However, as manufacturers began to use more advanced computer modeling techniques, they were able to create gloves that fit the hand more closely, allowing for greater control and dexterity.
Glove sizes and weights
As the game of baseball continued to evolve, so did the size and weight of the gloves. Early gloves were often quite large and heavy, making it difficult for players to move around the field quickly. However, as the game became faster and more agile, gloves began to shrink in size and weight. This allowed players to move more quickly and make more precise movements, which in turn helped to improve their overall performance on the field.
Fingerless gloves and other innovations
Another important innovation in glove technology was the development of fingerless gloves. These gloves were designed to provide greater dexterity and control, allowing players to catch balls more easily and make quicker throws. Fingerless gloves were particularly popular among outfielders, who needed to be able to move quickly and make quick catches.
In addition to fingerless gloves, there have been many other innovations in glove technology over the years. For example, some gloves now come with built-in padding and support, helping to reduce the impact of catching the ball and protect the hand from injury. Other gloves feature specialized materials that help to grip the ball more tightly, making it easier to catch and throw.
Glove Usage and Popularity
A catcher’s mitt is a large glove that is specifically designed for catchers to catch the ball behind the plate. It has a semi-circular shape and is typically made of leather or synthetic materials. The catcher’s mitt is much larger than other gloves and is designed to help catchers field and throw the ball more effectively.
First Base Glove
A first base glove is a glove that is specifically designed for players who play first base. It is typically smaller than a catcher’s mitt and is designed to help first basemen scoop up balls that are hit towards them. The first base glove has a shorter finger and a smaller opening to help players quickly get the ball out of the glove.
Second Base Glove
A second base glove is a glove that is specifically designed for players who play second base. It is typically smaller than a catcher’s mitt and is designed to help second basemen field and throw the ball more effectively. The second base glove has a shallow pocket and a closed web to help players quickly get the ball out of the glove.
Third Base Glove
A third base glove is a glove that is specifically designed for players who play third base. It is typically smaller than a catcher’s mitt and is designed to help third basemen field and throw the ball more effectively. The third base glove has a shallow pocket and a closed web to help players quickly get the ball out of the glove.
An outfield glove is a glove that is specifically designed for players who play in the outfield. It is typically smaller than a catcher’s mitt and is designed to help outfielders catch and throw the ball more effectively. The outfield glove has a shallow pocket and a closed web to help players quickly get the ball out of the glove.
As the popularity of baseball grew, so did the need for specialized equipment to enhance player performance. One of the most significant developments in baseball gear was the introduction of position-specific gloves. These gloves were designed to meet the unique requirements of each baseball position, making them an essential tool for any serious player.
Features and advantages
Position-specific gloves were designed to provide players with an edge over their opponents. They were made from high-quality materials that offered excellent durability and flexibility, allowing players to make quick and precise movements. The gloves were also designed with specific features that catered to the demands of each position. For example, outfield gloves were designed to be larger and more forgiving, while infield gloves were smaller and more precise.
Evolution of position-specific gloves
Over the years, position-specific gloves have undergone significant changes and improvements. Early gloves were made from leather and were relatively basic in design. However, as technology advanced, gloves became more sophisticated, with new materials and designs being introduced. Modern gloves are made from synthetic materials that offer superior grip and durability, and they come in a range of sizes and styles to suit different playing preferences.
Glove preferences of famous players
Many famous baseball players have been known to have specific glove preferences. For example, the legendary New York Yankees shortstop, Derek Jeter, was famous for using a glove with a unique web pattern that allowed him to make quick and accurate throws. Similarly, Hall of Fame catcher, Johnny Bench, was known for using a large and bulky glove that gave him an advantage when catching pitches. These players’ preferences highlight the importance of having the right glove for each position and how it can impact a player’s performance on the field.
Glove Culture and Superstitions
Glove Signatures and Autographs
The tradition of glove signatures and autographs in baseball has a rich history, with fans and collectors alike eager to obtain signatures from their favorite players. Signed gloves have become a coveted collectible, with some gloves fetching high prices at auctions and attracting attention from collectors and enthusiasts.
One of the earliest recorded signed gloves was a 1934 mitt signed by Babe Ruth, which sold for $37,000 in 2018. The glove had been owned by a former New York Yankees batboy, who had kept it as a memento of his time with the team. Another notable signed glove is the one worn by Mickey Mantle during his rookie season in 1951, which sold for $115,000 in 2016.
Famous signed gloves often have interesting stories attached to them. For example, a glove signed by the 1927 New York Yankees team, which included Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and Tony Lazzeri, was sold for $388,000 in 2015. The glove had been discovered in a attic of a house in New Jersey, and the owner had no idea of its value until he took it to a local sports memorabilia show.
Glove collecting and trading has become a popular hobby among baseball enthusiasts. Many collectors specialize in specific eras or teams, and some even try to complete sets of gloves worn by entire teams during a particular season. Online communities and forums have sprung up to facilitate glove trading and to connect collectors with rare and valuable items.
In conclusion, the tradition of glove signatures and autographs in baseball has a rich history, with many famous and valuable signed gloves being highly sought after by collectors. The hobby of glove collecting and trading has also become a popular pastime among baseball enthusiasts, providing a unique way to connect with the game’s history and to appreciate the skill and dedication of its players.
Glove Traditions and Rituals
Baseball gloves have been an integral part of the game since the late 19th century. Over time, various traditions and rituals have developed around their use, reflecting the players’ superstitions and beliefs.
- Breaking in a new glove: A new glove is like a new pair of shoes for a baseball player. It takes time to get used to it, and there are various ways to break it in. Some players prefer to use an old glove to break in a new one, while others apply oil or dirt to the glove to make it more pliable.
- Glove-related superstitions: Many players have superstitions related to their gloves. For example, some players always put their glove on the same hand before each game, while others may wear a glove with a certain web pattern for good luck. Some players even refuse to lend their gloves to teammates, fearing that it will disrupt their performance.
- Glove maintenance and upkeep: Players take great care in maintaining their gloves, as they believe that a well-maintained glove can improve their performance. They oil and condition their gloves regularly, and some even have special glove-care routines before each game. Additionally, some players may have a specific way of storing their gloves when not in use, such as hanging them from a hook or storing them in a glove bag.
These traditions and rituals reflect the players’ passion for the game and their belief in the power of their gloves. While some may seem silly or unnecessary to outsiders, they are deeply ingrained in the culture of baseball and are taken very seriously by those who play the game.
The Impact of Gloves on the Game
One of the most significant changes in offensive strategies when gloves were introduced to baseball was the bunt defense. With the ability to catch the ball, players could position themselves closer to the base paths, making it more challenging for the batter to reach base via a bunt. This change allowed for more aggressive bunt defense, as players could now more effectively prevent the bunt from reaching the base paths.
Another offensive strategy that was impacted by the introduction of gloves was base running. With the ability to catch the ball, players could better position themselves on the base paths, making it more challenging for the runner to advance. This change led to more aggressive base running, as players could now more effectively advance on the base paths and create scoring opportunities.
The introduction of gloves also impacted the strategy of stealing bases. With the ability to catch the ball, players could better position themselves in the outfield, making it more challenging for the runner to steal a base. This change led to more strategic base stealing, as players had to be more aware of the positioning of the outfielders and the likelihood of a successful steal.
Overall, the introduction of gloves to baseball had a significant impact on offensive strategies. It allowed for more aggressive bunt defense, base running, and stealing bases, as players could now more effectively position themselves on the field and create scoring opportunities.
Gloves have had a significant impact on the defensive strategies used in baseball. Players now have a new tool to help them catch fly balls and grounders, which has led to a shift in the way the game is played. Here are some of the defensive strategies that have been impacted by the use of gloves in baseball:
One of the most noticeable changes in defensive strategies since the introduction of gloves is the way players position their gloves. Gloves have made it possible for players to position their gloves in different ways to catch balls that would have been difficult or impossible to catch without a glove. Players can now use their gloves to make diving catches, reach over their head to catch high fly balls, and even catch balls that are behind them.
Another way that gloves have impacted defensive strategies is by making double plays more common. With a glove, a player can quickly transfer the ball from their glove to their hand and throw it to another base to complete a double play. This has led to an increase in the number of double plays being turned in baseball.
Gloves have also impacted the fielding techniques used in baseball. Players now have a new tool to help them field ground balls, which has led to a shift in the way ground balls are fielded. Players can now use their gloves to field ground balls in different ways, such as fielding balls on the run, fielding balls out of their glove, and even fielding balls with their bare hand.
Overall, the use of gloves in baseball has had a significant impact on defensive strategies. Players now have a new tool to help them catch balls that would have been difficult or impossible to catch without a glove, which has led to a shift in the way the game is played.
Glove Brands and Endorsements
Glove brands have played a significant role in the evolution of baseball. As the popularity of the sport grew, so did the demand for specialized equipment. Glove brands emerged to meet this demand, and over time, they have become an integral part of the game.
Glove Brand History
The first known use of gloves in baseball was in the late 1800s. Gloves were initially made of leather and were designed to protect the hands from the impact of the ball. The earliest gloves were used primarily by catchers, who needed to protect their hands from foul tips and fast-moving balls. Over time, gloves became more advanced, with improved designs and materials that allowed for greater flexibility and range of motion.
Glove Endorsements and Sponsorships
As glove brands became more established, they began to sponsor and endorse players. This allowed brands to promote their products and players to receive financial compensation for their skills. Some of the most iconic glove endorsements in baseball history include:
- Shoeless Joe Jackson’s endorsement of the Spalding brand in the early 1900s.
- Babe Ruth’s endorsement of the Louisville Slugger brand in the 1920s.
- Mickey Mantle’s endorsement of the Rawlings brand in the 1950s.
These endorsements helped to establish glove brands as a crucial part of the game, and they continue to be a significant factor in the marketing and promotion of baseball equipment.
Popular Glove Brands and Their Impact on the Game
Today, there are many glove brands that are popular among baseball players and fans. Some of the most well-known brands include:
- Louisville Slugger
- Under Armour
These brands have established themselves as leaders in the industry, and their products are trusted by players at all levels of the game. In addition to providing high-quality equipment, these brands also sponsor and endorse players, helping to create a sense of community and connection between the brand and the fans.
Overall, the evolution of glove brands and their impact on the game of baseball cannot be overstated. From protecting the hands of catchers to becoming a crucial part of the marketing and promotion of the sport, glove brands have played a significant role in the development of baseball as we know it today.
1. When did people start using gloves in baseball?
The use of gloves in baseball was first introduced in the late 1800s. It is believed that the first baseball glove was used by a player named Charles Waitt in 1875. However, it wasn’t until the late 1800s that gloves became a standard part of baseball equipment. The first gloves were made of leather and were quite large and cumbersome, but they provided an advantage for players and helped to improve the game.
2. Who invented the first baseball glove?
The exact inventor of the first baseball glove is not known, but it is believed to have been developed by several players in the late 1800s. One of the earliest known baseball gloves was used by Charles Waitt in 1875, but it is possible that other players also experimented with gloves at around the same time. As the popularity of baseball grew, so did the use of gloves, and they quickly became an essential part of the game.
3. Why did players start using gloves in baseball?
Players started using gloves in baseball because they provided an advantage on the field. Before the use of gloves, players would often use their bare hands to catch the ball, which could be difficult and lead to injuries. Gloves allowed players to catch the ball more easily and with less risk of injury. Additionally, gloves helped to improve the accuracy and range of players’ throws, making the game more competitive and exciting.
4. How have baseball gloves evolved over time?
Baseball gloves have evolved significantly over time. Early gloves were made of leather and were quite large and cumbersome. They were also not very flexible, which made it difficult for players to move their hands and catch the ball. In the early 1900s, gloves began to be made with a web of fingers, which improved the player’s grip on the ball. In the 1920s, gloves began to be made with a smaller, more flexible design, which allowed players to move their hands more easily and catch the ball more accurately. Today’s baseball gloves are made with advanced materials and designs that provide maximum comfort, flexibility, and performance.
5. What is the most popular type of baseball glove?
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0.1474847793... | 1 | Baseball is one of the most beloved sports in America, and its history is steeped in tradition. One of the most iconic symbols of the game is the baseball glove, which has become an essential piece of equipment for players at all levels. But when did people start using gloves in baseball?
The use of gloves in baseball can be traced back to the late 19th century, when players began to experiment with different ways to improve their grip on the bat and catch the ball. Gloves were initially made from a variety of materials, including leather, fish skin, and even chicken wire.
As the game evolved, so did the gloves, with players developing new techniques and technologies to improve their performance on the field. Today, baseball gloves are made from high-tech materials and are designed to help players perform at their best, whether they’re catching a fly ball or making a diving stop.
Whether you’re a seasoned player or a die-hard fan, the history of the baseball glove is a fascinating story that will take you back in time and make you appreciate the rich traditions of this great American pastime.
Gloves have been a part of baseball since the late 19th century. The first known use of gloves in baseball was by a team called the St. Louis Browns in 1875. Gloves were initially made of leather and were worn to protect the hands from the impact of the ball and to help players catch the ball more easily. Over time, the design of baseball gloves has evolved, with improvements in materials and technology leading to greater comfort, durability, and performance. Today, baseball gloves are an essential piece of equipment for players at all levels of the game.
The Evolution of Baseball Gloves
Early Baseball Gloves
In the early days of baseball, players did not use gloves. Instead, they relied on their bare hands to catch the ball. This made the game quite challenging, as the ball could easily slip through their fingers, especially when the ball was hit at high speeds. As a result, many players opted to wear gloves to improve their grip on the ball.
The first baseball gloves were made of a variety of materials, including leather, cloth, and even rubber. These early gloves were not designed specifically for baseball, but rather adapted from existing gloves used in other sports such as cricket and field hockey. They were typically long and extended up to the player’s elbow, providing extra protection for the arm.
Design-wise, the early baseball gloves were not much different from modern gloves. They had a pocket in the center of the glove where the ball would be caught, and a web of strings connecting the thumb and fingers to provide support and help the player secure the ball. Some gloves also had a padded palm to increase comfort and control.
Despite the benefits of wearing gloves, they were not immediately popular among players. Many players felt that gloves hindered their ability to move their hands quickly and gracefully, and some even feared that wearing gloves would make them appear less manly. However, as the game of baseball evolved, so did the gloves. Improvements in materials and design made gloves more comfortable and effective, and eventually, they became an essential part of the game. Today, it is rare to see a baseball player without a glove on the field.
Transition to Professional Baseball
The transition to professional baseball saw a significant change in the way players approached the game. Gloves, which were initially used only for protection, became an integral part of the game as players realized their potential to improve performance. The introduction of new glove models, the influence of gloves on the game, and the implementation of glove rules and regulations are some of the key factors that shaped the transition to professional baseball.
Introduction of New Glove Models
The 1870s saw the introduction of new glove models, such as the catcher’s mitt, which had a single strap and a large pocket. The glove was made of leather and had a longer break-in period. The fingerless gloves were also popular among players, and they were used to catch the ball without obstructing the hand.
Influence of Gloves on the Game
The influence of gloves on the game was significant as they allowed players to make more precise catches and throws. The gloves also provided an extra layer of protection, which reduced the risk of injury. The introduction of new glove models also led to a change in the playing style, as players started to use their gloves to field the ball more aggressively.
Glove Rules and Regulations
As the use of gloves became more widespread, the rules and regulations regarding their use were introduced. The first rule regarding the use of gloves was introduced in 1877, which stated that players were not allowed to use gloves that were too large or too small. The rule was later amended to include a weight limit for gloves. The use of web gloves was also banned in 1903, as they were deemed to provide an unfair advantage to the players.
In conclusion, the transition to professional baseball saw a significant change in the way players approached the game. The introduction of new glove models, the influence of gloves on the game, and the implementation of glove rules and regulations are some of the key factors that shaped the transition to professional baseball. The use of gloves has become an integral part of the game, and players continue to experiment with new designs and materials to improve their performance.
Glove Technology Advancements
As baseball continued to grow in popularity, so did the advancements in glove technology. Glove manufacturers were constantly looking for ways to improve the performance of the gloves, making them lighter, more durable, and better at catching the ball. Here are some of the key advancements in glove technology:
Improved materials and designs
One of the earliest advancements in glove technology was the use of better materials. Early gloves were made from leather, but as manufacturers looked for ways to make the gloves lighter and more flexible, they began to experiment with synthetic materials like nylon and spandex. These materials allowed for greater flexibility and comfort, while also reducing the weight of the glove.
Another important development in glove design was the use of a more anatomical shape. Early gloves were often quite bulky and didn’t fit the shape of the hand very well. However, as manufacturers began to use more advanced computer modeling techniques, they were able to create gloves that fit the hand more closely, allowing for greater control and dexterity.
Glove sizes and weights
As the game of baseball continued to evolve, so did the size and weight of the gloves. Early gloves were often quite large and heavy, making it difficult for players to move around the field quickly. However, as the game became faster and more agile, gloves began to shrink in size and weight. This allowed players to move more quickly and make more precise movements, which in turn helped to improve their overall performance on the field.
Fingerless gloves and other innovations
Another important innovation in glove technology was the development of fingerless gloves. These gloves were designed to provide greater dexterity and control, allowing players to catch balls more easily and make quicker throws. Fingerless gloves were particularly popular among outfielders, who needed to be able to move quickly and make quick catches.
In addition to fingerless gloves, there have been many other innovations in glove technology over the years. For example, some gloves now come with built-in padding and support, helping to reduce the impact of catching the ball and protect the hand from injury. Other gloves feature specialized materials that help to grip the ball more tightly, making it easier to catch and throw.
Glove Usage and Popularity
A catcher’s mitt is a large glove that is specifically designed for catchers to catch the ball behind the plate. It has a semi-circular shape and is typically made of leather or synthetic materials. The catcher’s mitt is much larger than other gloves and is designed to help catchers field and throw the ball more effectively.
First Base Glove
A first base glove is a glove that is specifically designed for players who play first base. It is typically smaller than a catcher’s mitt and is designed to help first basemen scoop up balls that are hit towards them. The first base glove has a shorter finger and a smaller opening to help players quickly get the ball out of the glove.
Second Base Glove
A second base glove is a glove that is specifically designed for players who play second base. It is typically smaller than a catcher’s mitt and is designed to help second basemen field and throw the ball more effectively. The second base glove has a shallow pocket and a closed web to help players quickly get the ball out of the glove.
Third Base Glove
A third base glove is a glove that is specifically designed for players who play third base. It is typically smaller than a catcher’s mitt and is designed to help third basemen field and throw the ball more effectively. The third base glove has a shallow pocket and a closed web to help players quickly get the ball out of the glove.
An outfield glove is a glove that is specifically designed for players who play in the outfield. It is typically smaller than a catcher’s mitt and is designed to help outfielders catch and throw the ball more effectively. The outfield glove has a shallow pocket and a closed web to help players quickly get the ball out of the glove.
As the popularity of baseball grew, so did the need for specialized equipment to enhance player performance. One of the most significant developments in baseball gear was the introduction of position-specific gloves. These gloves were designed to meet the unique requirements of each baseball position, making them an essential tool for any serious player.
Features and advantages
Position-specific gloves were designed to provide players with an edge over their opponents. They were made from high-quality materials that offered excellent durability and flexibility, allowing players to make quick and precise movements. The gloves were also designed with specific features that catered to the demands of each position. For example, outfield gloves were designed to be larger and more forgiving, while infield gloves were smaller and more precise.
Evolution of position-specific gloves
Over the years, position-specific gloves have undergone significant changes and improvements. Early gloves were made from leather and were relatively basic in design. However, as technology advanced, gloves became more sophisticated, with new materials and designs being introduced. Modern gloves are made from synthetic materials that offer superior grip and durability, and they come in a range of sizes and styles to suit different playing preferences.
Glove preferences of famous players
Many famous baseball players have been known to have specific glove preferences. For example, the legendary New York Yankees shortstop, Derek Jeter, was famous for using a glove with a unique web pattern that allowed him to make quick and accurate throws. Similarly, Hall of Fame catcher, Johnny Bench, was known for using a large and bulky glove that gave him an advantage when catching pitches. These players’ preferences highlight the importance of having the right glove for each position and how it can impact a player’s performance on the field.
Glove Culture and Superstitions
Glove Signatures and Autographs
The tradition of glove signatures and autographs in baseball has a rich history, with fans and collectors alike eager to obtain signatures from their favorite players. Signed gloves have become a coveted collectible, with some gloves fetching high prices at auctions and attracting attention from collectors and enthusiasts.
One of the earliest recorded signed gloves was a 1934 mitt signed by Babe Ruth, which sold for $37,000 in 2018. The glove had been owned by a former New York Yankees batboy, who had kept it as a memento of his time with the team. Another notable signed glove is the one worn by Mickey Mantle during his rookie season in 1951, which sold for $115,000 in 2016.
Famous signed gloves often have interesting stories attached to them. For example, a glove signed by the 1927 New York Yankees team, which included Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, and Tony Lazzeri, was sold for $388,000 in 2015. The glove had been discovered in a attic of a house in New Jersey, and the owner had no idea of its value until he took it to a local sports memorabilia show.
Glove collecting and trading has become a popular hobby among baseball enthusiasts. Many collectors specialize in specific eras or teams, and some even try to complete sets of gloves worn by entire teams during a particular season. Online communities and forums have sprung up to facilitate glove trading and to connect collectors with rare and valuable items.
In conclusion, the tradition of glove signatures and autographs in baseball has a rich history, with many famous and valuable signed gloves being highly sought after by collectors. The hobby of glove collecting and trading has also become a popular pastime among baseball enthusiasts, providing a unique way to connect with the game’s history and to appreciate the skill and dedication of its players.
Glove Traditions and Rituals
Baseball gloves have been an integral part of the game since the late 19th century. Over time, various traditions and rituals have developed around their use, reflecting the players’ superstitions and beliefs.
- Breaking in a new glove: A new glove is like a new pair of shoes for a baseball player. It takes time to get used to it, and there are various ways to break it in. Some players prefer to use an old glove to break in a new one, while others apply oil or dirt to the glove to make it more pliable.
- Glove-related superstitions: Many players have superstitions related to their gloves. For example, some players always put their glove on the same hand before each game, while others may wear a glove with a certain web pattern for good luck. Some players even refuse to lend their gloves to teammates, fearing that it will disrupt their performance.
- Glove maintenance and upkeep: Players take great care in maintaining their gloves, as they believe that a well-maintained glove can improve their performance. They oil and condition their gloves regularly, and some even have special glove-care routines before each game. Additionally, some players may have a specific way of storing their gloves when not in use, such as hanging them from a hook or storing them in a glove bag.
These traditions and rituals reflect the players’ passion for the game and their belief in the power of their gloves. While some may seem silly or unnecessary to outsiders, they are deeply ingrained in the culture of baseball and are taken very seriously by those who play the game.
The Impact of Gloves on the Game
One of the most significant changes in offensive strategies when gloves were introduced to baseball was the bunt defense. With the ability to catch the ball, players could position themselves closer to the base paths, making it more challenging for the batter to reach base via a bunt. This change allowed for more aggressive bunt defense, as players could now more effectively prevent the bunt from reaching the base paths.
Another offensive strategy that was impacted by the introduction of gloves was base running. With the ability to catch the ball, players could better position themselves on the base paths, making it more challenging for the runner to advance. This change led to more aggressive base running, as players could now more effectively advance on the base paths and create scoring opportunities.
The introduction of gloves also impacted the strategy of stealing bases. With the ability to catch the ball, players could better position themselves in the outfield, making it more challenging for the runner to steal a base. This change led to more strategic base stealing, as players had to be more aware of the positioning of the outfielders and the likelihood of a successful steal.
Overall, the introduction of gloves to baseball had a significant impact on offensive strategies. It allowed for more aggressive bunt defense, base running, and stealing bases, as players could now more effectively position themselves on the field and create scoring opportunities.
Gloves have had a significant impact on the defensive strategies used in baseball. Players now have a new tool to help them catch fly balls and grounders, which has led to a shift in the way the game is played. Here are some of the defensive strategies that have been impacted by the use of gloves in baseball:
One of the most noticeable changes in defensive strategies since the introduction of gloves is the way players position their gloves. Gloves have made it possible for players to position their gloves in different ways to catch balls that would have been difficult or impossible to catch without a glove. Players can now use their gloves to make diving catches, reach over their head to catch high fly balls, and even catch balls that are behind them.
Another way that gloves have impacted defensive strategies is by making double plays more common. With a glove, a player can quickly transfer the ball from their glove to their hand and throw it to another base to complete a double play. This has led to an increase in the number of double plays being turned in baseball.
Gloves have also impacted the fielding techniques used in baseball. Players now have a new tool to help them field ground balls, which has led to a shift in the way ground balls are fielded. Players can now use their gloves to field ground balls in different ways, such as fielding balls on the run, fielding balls out of their glove, and even fielding balls with their bare hand.
Overall, the use of gloves in baseball has had a significant impact on defensive strategies. Players now have a new tool to help them catch balls that would have been difficult or impossible to catch without a glove, which has led to a shift in the way the game is played.
Glove Brands and Endorsements
Glove brands have played a significant role in the evolution of baseball. As the popularity of the sport grew, so did the demand for specialized equipment. Glove brands emerged to meet this demand, and over time, they have become an integral part of the game.
Glove Brand History
The first known use of gloves in baseball was in the late 1800s. Gloves were initially made of leather and were designed to protect the hands from the impact of the ball. The earliest gloves were used primarily by catchers, who needed to protect their hands from foul tips and fast-moving balls. Over time, gloves became more advanced, with improved designs and materials that allowed for greater flexibility and range of motion.
Glove Endorsements and Sponsorships
As glove brands became more established, they began to sponsor and endorse players. This allowed brands to promote their products and players to receive financial compensation for their skills. Some of the most iconic glove endorsements in baseball history include:
- Shoeless Joe Jackson’s endorsement of the Spalding brand in the early 1900s.
- Babe Ruth’s endorsement of the Louisville Slugger brand in the 1920s.
- Mickey Mantle’s endorsement of the Rawlings brand in the 1950s.
These endorsements helped to establish glove brands as a crucial part of the game, and they continue to be a significant factor in the marketing and promotion of baseball equipment.
Popular Glove Brands and Their Impact on the Game
Today, there are many glove brands that are popular among baseball players and fans. Some of the most well-known brands include:
- Louisville Slugger
- Under Armour
These brands have established themselves as leaders in the industry, and their products are trusted by players at all levels of the game. In addition to providing high-quality equipment, these brands also sponsor and endorse players, helping to create a sense of community and connection between the brand and the fans.
Overall, the evolution of glove brands and their impact on the game of baseball cannot be overstated. From protecting the hands of catchers to becoming a crucial part of the marketing and promotion of the sport, glove brands have played a significant role in the development of baseball as we know it today.
1. When did people start using gloves in baseball?
The use of gloves in baseball was first introduced in the late 1800s. It is believed that the first baseball glove was used by a player named Charles Waitt in 1875. However, it wasn’t until the late 1800s that gloves became a standard part of baseball equipment. The first gloves were made of leather and were quite large and cumbersome, but they provided an advantage for players and helped to improve the game.
2. Who invented the first baseball glove?
The exact inventor of the first baseball glove is not known, but it is believed to have been developed by several players in the late 1800s. One of the earliest known baseball gloves was used by Charles Waitt in 1875, but it is possible that other players also experimented with gloves at around the same time. As the popularity of baseball grew, so did the use of gloves, and they quickly became an essential part of the game.
3. Why did players start using gloves in baseball?
Players started using gloves in baseball because they provided an advantage on the field. Before the use of gloves, players would often use their bare hands to catch the ball, which could be difficult and lead to injuries. Gloves allowed players to catch the ball more easily and with less risk of injury. Additionally, gloves helped to improve the accuracy and range of players’ throws, making the game more competitive and exciting.
4. How have baseball gloves evolved over time?
Baseball gloves have evolved significantly over time. Early gloves were made of leather and were quite large and cumbersome. They were also not very flexible, which made it difficult for players to move their hands and catch the ball. In the early 1900s, gloves began to be made with a web of fingers, which improved the player’s grip on the ball. In the 1920s, gloves began to be made with a smaller, more flexible design, which allowed players to move their hands more easily and catch the ball more accurately. Today’s baseball gloves are made with advanced materials and designs that provide maximum comfort, flexibility, and performance.
5. What is the most popular type of baseball glove?
The most popular type of baseball glove is the mitt, which is a large glove that covers the entire hand. Mitts are popular because they provide a large surface area for catching the ball and allow players to make quick, easy catches. However, other types of gloves, such as the fielding glove and the catcher’s mitt, are also popular and are used by players in specific positions on the field. | 4,572 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Every town has traffic lights, even Rye, where many of the streets are better suited to horse drawn carriages. They had to start somewhere and London is where they did.
London has always been congested with traffic. Pedestrians take their life in their hands to cross the road. In 1803 three people were crushed to death by coal wagons in a traffic jam caused by a broken carriage. During the 19th century about five people a week met a gory end under wheels or hoofs.
Two hundred years ago, we know that on an average day, London Bridge would carry about 5,500 wheeled vehicles, nearly 100,000 pedestrians and more than 1,000 horses. About 27,000 commuters were heading into the city, to join the 250,000 already there, who went to work by foot or horse drawn vehicle. According to Louis Simond, an American-French visitor to England between 1810-1811: “In the West End the noise was a universal hubbub; a sort of uniform grinding and shaking, like that experienced in a great mill with fifty pairs of stones.”
To make matters even worse than they were, traffic regulations were either non-existent or contradictory. What applied in one street didn’t necessarily apply in another, whilst major intersections were something of a free for all. When there were rules, very few obeyed them. Action was needed or increasing traffic numbers would result in an increased slaughter of pedestrians.
Along came John Peake Knight, a railway manager. He was something of a safety specialist, the first person to have railway carriages lit by electricity rather than other, more excitingly combustible means of illumination. He was also a pioneer of a bell pull system on trains, to allow passengers to call the guard in case of emergency. Turning from rail to road, in 1865 he suggested that the semaphore signals already used on the railways should be adapted to control the flow of pedestrians and traffic.
The Metropolitan Police liked the idea, and it was approved by Act of Parliament in 1868. The police commissioner, Richard Mayne caused 10,000 pamphlets to be distributed to explain the new system. The semaphore arms would indicate when to cross during the day, with red and green gas lights at night. The whole to be operated by a policeman.
There were questions about the right of a policeman to delay traffic. On December 9, 1868, the first ever traffic light was set up in Parliament Square. The crossing was especially difficult. Two members of parliament had already been knocked over there, and a policeman killed.
A modern traffic light is something of an ugly duckling compared to the majestic 20 feet tall lamp of 1868. It was described thus: “Gothic panelling at the base supported a hollow cast-iron pillar, painted green and relieved with gilding, which then evolved into a thick metal coil, encompassed at the top by acanthus leaves which appeared to be growing out of an octagonal box containing the lamps, itself finished with a pineapple finial.” The media loved it and predictions were made about a lamp on every corner. The excitement was to be short-lived!
At first all went well. In early 1869 an article in the Illustrated Times noted that: “The regular drivers are fairly, and to quite an unexpected extent, amenable to the signals, whether caution or the absolute stop.” A difficult pedestrian crossing was now safer, and Knight spoke of lights at every major crossing.
The problem was the gas supply for night-time use. In January an undiscovered leak under the pavement made the hollow tower fill up with gas. The unsuspecting policeman on night duty lit the lamps – and according to different sources was either severely burned or killed. The whole structure was soon dismantled. No further traffic lights were built until 1925, when a safer, electric model was put into use. The first automatic lights were introduced in 1926. It was certainly safer, but not the thing of beauty that the first lamp had been.
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London has always been congested with traffic. Pedestrians take their life in their hands to cross the road. In 1803 three people were crushed to death by coal wagons in a traffic jam caused by a broken carriage. During the 19th century about five people a week met a gory end under wheels or hoofs.
Two hundred years ago, we know that on an average day, London Bridge would carry about 5,500 wheeled vehicles, nearly 100,000 pedestrians and more than 1,000 horses. About 27,000 commuters were heading into the city, to join the 250,000 already there, who went to work by foot or horse drawn vehicle. According to Louis Simond, an American-French visitor to England between 1810-1811: “In the West End the noise was a universal hubbub; a sort of uniform grinding and shaking, like that experienced in a great mill with fifty pairs of stones.”
To make matters even worse than they were, traffic regulations were either non-existent or contradictory. What applied in one street didn’t necessarily apply in another, whilst major intersections were something of a free for all. When there were rules, very few obeyed them. Action was needed or increasing traffic numbers would result in an increased slaughter of pedestrians.
Along came John Peake Knight, a railway manager. He was something of a safety specialist, the first person to have railway carriages lit by electricity rather than other, more excitingly combustible means of illumination. He was also a pioneer of a bell pull system on trains, to allow passengers to call the guard in case of emergency. Turning from rail to road, in 1865 he suggested that the semaphore signals already used on the railways should be adapted to control the flow of pedestrians and traffic.
The Metropolitan Police liked the idea, and it was approved by Act of Parliament in 1868. The police commissioner, Richard Mayne caused 10,000 pamphlets to be distributed to explain the new system. The semaphore arms would indicate when to cross during the day, with red and green gas lights at night. The whole to be operated by a policeman.
There were questions about the right of a policeman to delay traffic. On December 9, 1868, the first ever traffic light was set up in Parliament Square. The crossing was especially difficult. Two members of parliament had already been knocked over there, and a policeman killed.
A modern traffic light is something of an ugly duckling compared to the majestic 20 feet tall lamp of 1868. It was described thus: “Gothic panelling at the base supported a hollow cast-iron pillar, painted green and relieved with gilding, which then evolved into a thick metal coil, encompassed at the top by acanthus leaves which appeared to be growing out of an octagonal box containing the lamps, itself finished with a pineapple finial.” The media loved it and predictions were made about a lamp on every corner. The excitement was to be short-lived!
At first all went well. In early 1869 an article in the Illustrated Times noted that: “The regular drivers are fairly, and to quite an unexpected extent, amenable to the signals, whether caution or the absolute stop.” A difficult pedestrian crossing was now safer, and Knight spoke of lights at every major crossing.
The problem was the gas supply for night-time use. In January an undiscovered leak under the pavement made the hollow tower fill up with gas. The unsuspecting policeman on night duty lit the lamps – and according to different sources was either severely burned or killed. The whole structure was soon dismantled. No further traffic lights were built until 1925, when a safer, electric model was put into use. The first automatic lights were introduced in 1926. It was certainly safer, but not the thing of beauty that the first lamp had been.
Image Credits: Nick Forman . | 877 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Researchers are now saying that having a sense of empathy can help creativity blossom in children. As their children grow, moms try and instil some very important lessons into them. They want to make sure that they are raising kind and empathetic children. That their children will grow up to help others when they need and be able to understand emotions in other people. On top of empathy, moms want their children to be creative. This doesn’t just mean being able to draw a nice picture, but the ability to think outside-the-box and take anything in their lives and turn it into something beautiful.
According to CNN, researchers have found a link between the two, and they are stating that having a sense of empathy can help children become more creative in life. It seems like a 2-for-1 special that all moms can sign up for.
Bill Nicholl and Helen Demetriou are both lecturers at the University of Cambridge and they created and oversaw a study that was published by SAGE Journals. Their aim was to see what would happen if you combined social/emotional learning with more traditional work.
They used a case study about making an asthma-treatment “pack” for young children, and they did it at two different schools with two different sets of students. They had to create a kit that had practical details on how to treat asthma, the tools required to treat, as well as, the understanding of the emotional feelings involved when having asthma.
The “catch” was that one group had spent the year previously following a special curriculum that integrated empathy into their learning. The other group that was asked was following the usual, traditional curriculum. When both groups were done, the researchers compared the finished projects and found that empathy really does boost creativity.
The students who followed an empathy-based curriculum were much more creative in their outcomes. Children can apply the sense of empathy to any settings, including make kits for young children who had a respiratory ailment.
The research also showed that children who were learning empathy had a high engagement with learning and school in general, and this helped to close the gender gap when it came to learning.
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According to CNN, researchers have found a link between the two, and they are stating that having a sense of empathy can help children become more creative in life. It seems like a 2-for-1 special that all moms can sign up for.
Bill Nicholl and Helen Demetriou are both lecturers at the University of Cambridge and they created and oversaw a study that was published by SAGE Journals. Their aim was to see what would happen if you combined social/emotional learning with more traditional work.
They used a case study about making an asthma-treatment “pack” for young children, and they did it at two different schools with two different sets of students. They had to create a kit that had practical details on how to treat asthma, the tools required to treat, as well as, the understanding of the emotional feelings involved when having asthma.
The “catch” was that one group had spent the year previously following a special curriculum that integrated empathy into their learning. The other group that was asked was following the usual, traditional curriculum. When both groups were done, the researchers compared the finished projects and found that empathy really does boost creativity.
The students who followed an empathy-based curriculum were much more creative in their outcomes. Children can apply the sense of empathy to any settings, including make kits for young children who had a respiratory ailment.
The research also showed that children who were learning empathy had a high engagement with learning and school in general, and this helped to close the gender gap when it came to learning.
Empathy is an important skill for children to have as they grow, and it is what is going to lead them to be compassionate to those around them, but it turns out that there are more benefits to empathy than we thought we knew. | 474 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Decapolis (Greek: Δεκάπολις): a union of ten towns. The best known Decapolis was in what is now Jordan.
In c.333 BCE, the Macedonian conqueror Alexander the Great defeated his opponent Darius III Codomannus at Issus. The main consequence of his victory was that all land west of the river Euphrates, already part of a gradually intensifying trade network surrounding the eastern Mediterranean, become increasingly exposed to Greek civilization. However, Hellenism could also meet with resistance. The Maccabaean Revolt in Judaea is the best-known example, although it did not prevent the rise of two Hellenistic dynasties (the Hasmonaeans and the Herodians). The Nabataean Arabs, who lived in the south of modern Jordan, were more efficient. In c.312 BCE, they managed to survive two attacks by Greek armies, and in 64-62, when the Roman general Pompey the Great reorganized the Near East, they managed to stay outside the Roman system: recognized as allies, they retained some independence.
Yet, west of the Euphrates, the spread of Hellenism was an irreversible process, and the most remarkable form of expression was urbanism. The descendants of Alexander's generals, the Ptolemies and the Seleucids, founded many cities.
When Pompey reorganized the Near East and made an end to the Seleucid Empire, he also awarded some kind of independence to a group of Hellenized cities, which was called the Decapolis. They were not as independent as the Nabataeans, but were not a province either, although they had to deal with an official, a prefect, who was responsible to the governor of Syria. The date on the coins of these towns was based on an era that started in 64/63, but in other aspects, they had almost nothing in common: the Decapolis appears not to have been a league of cities with institutions of its own. Urban autonomy was left intact, and the non-demanding nature of its membership can also be deduced from the fact that the number of members varied.
Writing in c. 75 CE, Pliny the Elder offers a list of precisely ten member cities. He visited the land during the Jewish Revolt (66-70), so he knows what he's talking about.
Next to Judaea is the Decapolis, which is so named after the number of its cities, but not all authorities agree about their names. Most writers, however, agree that Damascus is one of the ten. This town is on the banks of the river Chrysorroös, which is eagerly used to irrigate its meadows; the cities of Philadelphia and Rhaphana are in the direction of Arabia; Scythopolis - which Father Liber (Dionysus) used to call Nysa, after he had buried his nurse on this place - owes, its present name from a Scythian colony that was once established there; Gadara, on the banks of the river Hieromix; Hippo; Dion; Pella, rich with its waters; and finally Galasa and Canatha.note
"Galasa" is better known as Gerasa. Other cities that have been reckoned among the Decapolis are Abila and Capitolias. Writing a century later, Ptolemy names no less than eighteen cities.note
Most of these cities were new foundations, others were ancient towns with new names. For example, the capital of the Ammonites was renamed Philadelphia, and although there were many new monuments, it retained older characteristics. Yet, whatever their origins, the cities shared an important sentimental tie: they were Greek towns, not Jewish or Nabataean. During the Jewish War, they were loyal supporters of Rome. Their Greekness was shown with elaborate foundation myths, like Scythopolis' claim to have been founded by Dionysus. This Greekness, on the other hand, did not exclude the possibility of religious syncretism. Ancient Semitic deities could survive under new names; for instance, YHVH could be renamed Dionysus or Zeus - much to the horror of pious Jews of course.
If there had been any political significance to the lose confederation, it was finally abandoned in 106 CE, when the Roman emperor Trajan annexed Nabataea. The provinces were reorganized, and the towns of the Decapolis were divided: some became part of Judaea, others of Nabataea, still others were added to Syria. Yet, there may have remained shared cultural activities, sentiments, and ties, and the name did not immediately vanish, as we can deduce from the use of the word "Decapolis" by Ptolemy. | <urn:uuid:48069681-7302-4cc3-8b49-53db71a68b91> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | https://www.livius.org/articles/place/decapolis/ | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474715.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228112121-20240228142121-00729.warc.gz | en | 0.983234 | 981 | 3.875 | 4 | [
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Yet, west of the Euphrates, the spread of Hellenism was an irreversible process, and the most remarkable form of expression was urbanism. The descendants of Alexander's generals, the Ptolemies and the Seleucids, founded many cities.
When Pompey reorganized the Near East and made an end to the Seleucid Empire, he also awarded some kind of independence to a group of Hellenized cities, which was called the Decapolis. They were not as independent as the Nabataeans, but were not a province either, although they had to deal with an official, a prefect, who was responsible to the governor of Syria. The date on the coins of these towns was based on an era that started in 64/63, but in other aspects, they had almost nothing in common: the Decapolis appears not to have been a league of cities with institutions of its own. Urban autonomy was left intact, and the non-demanding nature of its membership can also be deduced from the fact that the number of members varied.
Writing in c. 75 CE, Pliny the Elder offers a list of precisely ten member cities. He visited the land during the Jewish Revolt (66-70), so he knows what he's talking about.
Next to Judaea is the Decapolis, which is so named after the number of its cities, but not all authorities agree about their names. Most writers, however, agree that Damascus is one of the ten. This town is on the banks of the river Chrysorroös, which is eagerly used to irrigate its meadows; the cities of Philadelphia and Rhaphana are in the direction of Arabia; Scythopolis - which Father Liber (Dionysus) used to call Nysa, after he had buried his nurse on this place - owes, its present name from a Scythian colony that was once established there; Gadara, on the banks of the river Hieromix; Hippo; Dion; Pella, rich with its waters; and finally Galasa and Canatha.note
"Galasa" is better known as Gerasa. Other cities that have been reckoned among the Decapolis are Abila and Capitolias. Writing a century later, Ptolemy names no less than eighteen cities.note
Most of these cities were new foundations, others were ancient towns with new names. For example, the capital of the Ammonites was renamed Philadelphia, and although there were many new monuments, it retained older characteristics. Yet, whatever their origins, the cities shared an important sentimental tie: they were Greek towns, not Jewish or Nabataean. During the Jewish War, they were loyal supporters of Rome. Their Greekness was shown with elaborate foundation myths, like Scythopolis' claim to have been founded by Dionysus. This Greekness, on the other hand, did not exclude the possibility of religious syncretism. Ancient Semitic deities could survive under new names; for instance, YHVH could be renamed Dionysus or Zeus - much to the horror of pious Jews of course.
If there had been any political significance to the lose confederation, it was finally abandoned in 106 CE, when the Roman emperor Trajan annexed Nabataea. The provinces were reorganized, and the towns of the Decapolis were divided: some became part of Judaea, others of Nabataea, still others were added to Syria. Yet, there may have remained shared cultural activities, sentiments, and ties, and the name did not immediately vanish, as we can deduce from the use of the word "Decapolis" by Ptolemy. | 993 | ENGLISH | 1 |
He wāhine, he manawa tītī: ngā rangatira o Ngāi Tahu
Dec 18, 2018
This year marks the 125th anniversary of suffrage, when the fight for New Zealand women to have the vote was won. While only a few wāhine Māori were part of the movement, we know that throughout history, our women have raised their voices and fought for better outcomes for our people. Our Ngāi Tahu wāhine have organised, petitioned, and created change at hapū, iwi, and national level. They are knowledgeable, adaptable, and resilient; taking on the government, the Native Land Courts, leading the Māori Women’s Welfare League, working as cabinet ministers – all while raising the future generation. These are some of their stories. Nā Meriana Johnsen.
Pushing back at the turn of the century
The most well-known wahine toa of the suffrage movement is Meri Te Tai Mangakāhia, who campaigned in 1893 for Māori women to be able to vote and run for office in Te Kotahitanga, the autonomous Māori Parliament. She argued that many Māori women already owned or administered their land, and that men had not been successful in protecting Māori land.
Meri was invited to put forward her argument to Te Kotahitanga, and became the first woman to address the house. The motion was abandoned because the Constitution of Te Kotahitanga had already been finalised; but four years later, wāhine Māori won the right to vote and stand for parliament.
Only in the last few years has Meri received the national recognition that she deserves. She was among many Māori women working in tribal committees called Ngā Komiti Wāhine, addressing issues plaguing their communities such as domestic violence, alcohol consumption, and the loss of traditional Māori women’s skills. They also raised funds for Te Kotahitanga and worked in several Māori newspapers, where women were encouraged to correspond with one another.
While Māori women were active in Te Kotahitanga, only a small number signed the 1893 suffrage petition and its 1892 predecessor. However, when the suffrage movement became successful with the passing of the Electoral Act in 1893, wāhine Māori took up the opportunity to vote. In fact, in October 1893, Ngāi Tahu women in Dunedin held a hui to thank all those who had helped them win the right to vote, and to encourage women to register to do so.
There are at least four wāhine of Ngāi Tahu descent whose signatures have been identified on the 1893 petition: Mary Cross from Bluff, Jane Driver of Pūrākaunui, and Rora Orbell and her daughter Frances Ada Amelia from Moeraki.
Rora Orbell also dedicated her energy to agitating and petitioning for the retention of Māori land both in and out of the land courts. Rora wasn’t alone in her fight. A generation later, the Ngāti Kurī leader Hariata Whakatau Pitini-Morera Beaton regularly gave evidence in the Māori Land Courts, and fought for Ngāi Tahu to receive compensation for Kemp’s Purchase.
She travelled widely to the major hui and negotiations, and her knowledge of tribal history played a significant part in helping the court to compile the base list of whakapapa of all those Ngāi Tahu living in 1848 at the time of Kemp’s Purchase.
“She was a great fighter for the Ngāi Tahu claims,” Tā Tipene O’Regan says of Hariata, who was a close friend and ally of his grandmother Rena (Ellen) Bradshaw.
“My taua was the keeper of the claim in my extended whānau – she kept that fire burning. She was always supported, but she was the front edge of it. And as I see it, Hariata was the front edge of the whole Ngāi Tahu claim there.”
Hariata also held and preserved much of the whakapapa of Ngāti Kurī and Ngāi Tahu. She spent most of what she thought were her dying days producing vast manuscripts of traditional knowledge from her hospital bed. These manuscripts have been heavily drawn upon – Tā Tipene remembers poring over them with Hariata’s mokopuna and his close colleague Bill Solomon, long after she had passed.
“He and I often talked about her because of the work we were doing on her papers. She was so large a figure in our lives, we both sort of felt we knew her,” Tā Tipene recalls. “She was completely assertive and confident in her manner in dealing with the power culture of the day.” This confidence served her well as she fought to protect traditional Kaikōura place names, and for the urupā along the coast to be protected.
The Māori Women’s Welfare League: creating a space for wāhine Māori
Following World War II, Māori increasingly migrated to cities as a result of land losses, and in search of employment. Many struggled with finding suitable housing, adapting to a cash economy, poor health, and racism. The Māori Women’s Welfare League was formed in 1951 to address concerns for the health and well-being of Māori, wāhine Māori, and their whānau.
For the last 50 years, Aroha Reriti-Crofts from Tuahiwi has been a passionate member of the League. She joined in 1968 as a single mother of four children, saying, “I decided I wanted something more than just being a housewife.” After a conversation with an Aunty who was “a very staunch league member”, it was decided that she would join the Ōtautahi branch.
Aroha is passionate about learning, and thrived in the League environment.
“I listened to other people talking. I believe the observer learns a lot just sitting and listening and watching, and I learnt all those beautiful things of how to express oneself.”
Aroha’s keenness saw her quickly promoted to secretary. But it was when she first attended the national conference in Auckland that she had a glimpse of her future, watching the then president Hine Pōtaka speak.
“She just blew me away – this beautiful lady – and I thought, ‘One day I’m going to be just like you’ – you dream these wonderful dreams.”
But it didn’t remain just a dream. In 1990, Aroha became president of the Māori Women’s Welfare League. During her time as president, she followed in the footsteps of those before her by focusing on whānau wellbeing. The programme “Kai in the Yard” helped low-income mothers plant and grow vegetables to feed their whānau; while the Mahi ā-Whānau programme helped women use their Māori arts skills to supplement their income by selling their crafts. As a solo mother herself, Aroha faced the stigma of being perceived as “living off the state”, and wanted to ensure that other women had opportunities to support their children.
The League was reliant on women having their ear to the ground in their communities to identify the needs of the women around them. Women would ask for shoes for kids, or pots, or chairs – it was all about providing whānau with the basics of living.
“The need was great, and is still the same,” Aroha says.
Sometimes it would just be about lifting someone up by painting their fence or dressing their bedroom – “just ordinary beautiful little things”. When a woman in prison needed a nice outfit to appear before the parole board, the League network found her one.
For many of the whānau away from their papakāinga and without the support of their own taua, māmā and aunties, the League gave them the skills and support they needed to raise their tamariki.
For the first time, Māori women had a national platform to voice the issues that related to them and their lived experiences.
“Women had a lot more things to talk about – bringing up children, feeding children, learning how to cook, learning how to manage a home, childbirth, the lot! Men didn’t have all that much to talk about apart from who’s controlling the marae and who’s controlling the reserve and who will succeed to their land,” Aroha says.
“So I think it was wonderful that it was decided that women need a platform of their own.”
At 80 years old, Aroha still attends League hui every month. She says she doesn’t want to miss out, because “there is always something exciting happening in the League”. A fierce advocate for passing on knowledge, Aroha still trains the Ōtautahi delegates every year. She has passed that fire on to her tamariki and mokopuna – her only daughter is the national vice-president, and four of her mokopuna are all members of the League.
Taking the lead: Wāhine ki mua
Former Southern-Ward MP Whetu Tirikatene-Sullivan (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Māmoe, Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Toa) smashed the glass ceiling in more ways than one.
In 1970, she became the first to give birth as a sitting MP. She became the first Māori cabinet minister when she was appointed Minister of Tourism in 1972. The birth of her son Tirikatene in 1974 is thought to have been the first to a sitting cabinet minister in the British Commonwealth. She was the first woman to speak on Tūrangawaewae Marae at Ngāruawāhia.
But to her nephew and Te Tai Tonga MP Rino Tirikatene, she was Aunty. He remembers her as a gifted kaikaranga with “fabulous outfits”.
“Aunty was a wonderful, stylish, very dignified lady; very intelligent, obviously – but very down-to-earth,” he recalls.
Whetu’s life wasn’t without controversy – her opposition to the repeal of the Ngāi Tahu Claims Settlement Act 1944 and to the establishment of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu put her in conflict with iwi leaders. Despite her contentious politics, she still stands as a role model to other wāhine rangatira.
“To be a groundbreaker like Whetu, she must have had very rigorous internal processes to stay focused in moving about and achieving the causes,” Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Chief Executive Arihia Bennett says.
“Moving through all the challenges of a generally white, conservative society – breaking down all those barriers with both her intelligence and her eloquence to maintain and hold her head up high, despite some of the things she stood for.”
“I’ve always got to be mindful of the great diplomacy that you must exemplify in a role such as [CEO], and for women – and Māori women – the judgement is triple that of men, because of the gender issues, the diversity issues – even women judging other women.”
Ngāi Tahu chief executive
Arihia herself comes from a whānau of wāhine toa who she has modelled herself on. Her mother battled Parkinson’s disease for 18 years – a challenge that didn’t prevent her from completing a Diploma in Māori Health and working as a Tipu Ora Health worker alongside mothers and their pēpi.
Arihia’s English grandmother, Freda Tainui, married into the tribe in the 1940s and lived at Tuahiwi pā. When her first husband was killed in war, she married his cousin and brought up five daughters at the pā.
“My grandmother was quite stoic – as you can imagine, raising five daughters in the Tuahiwi pā north of Christchurch – seen as the heart of Ngāi Tahu back in those days – and she managed and she pushed her way through.”
Arihia has drawn on her grandmother’s example over the years in her role as CEO. It isn’t easy being in the top job, especially as a woman. Arihia says she takes a pragmatic approach, taking time to step back and reflect and look at the options available.
“I’ve always got to be mindful of the great diplomacy that you must exemplify in a role such as this, and for women – and Māori women – the judgement is triple that of men, because of the gender issues, the diversity issues – even women judging other women.”
Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini – My strength is not mine alone, it comes from the collective
These are just a handful of the women who have stood up for our iwi, our wāhine, and our people. They’re part of a greater network of Ngāi Tahu women who continue to empower each other, and in turn, the wider iwi. Some of these women can be found in the board room or parliamentary chambers, striving to create better outcomes for our whānau, while some of them can be found in our own homes. We all have women in our lives who have influenced, supported, and taught us – and sometimes the greatest teachings are the smallest gestures.
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“You dropped what you were doing and you had a cup of tea – these people were welcomed in.
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“That was important because if you didn’t have it in the house you went and got it for them”.
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Dec 18, 2018
This year marks the 125th anniversary of suffrage, when the fight for New Zealand women to have the vote was won. While only a few wāhine Māori were part of the movement, we know that throughout history, our women have raised their voices and fought for better outcomes for our people. Our Ngāi Tahu wāhine have organised, petitioned, and created change at hapū, iwi, and national level. They are knowledgeable, adaptable, and resilient; taking on the government, the Native Land Courts, leading the Māori Women’s Welfare League, working as cabinet ministers – all while raising the future generation. These are some of their stories. Nā Meriana Johnsen.
Pushing back at the turn of the century
The most well-known wahine toa of the suffrage movement is Meri Te Tai Mangakāhia, who campaigned in 1893 for Māori women to be able to vote and run for office in Te Kotahitanga, the autonomous Māori Parliament. She argued that many Māori women already owned or administered their land, and that men had not been successful in protecting Māori land.
Meri was invited to put forward her argument to Te Kotahitanga, and became the first woman to address the house. The motion was abandoned because the Constitution of Te Kotahitanga had already been finalised; but four years later, wāhine Māori won the right to vote and stand for parliament.
Only in the last few years has Meri received the national recognition that she deserves. She was among many Māori women working in tribal committees called Ngā Komiti Wāhine, addressing issues plaguing their communities such as domestic violence, alcohol consumption, and the loss of traditional Māori women’s skills. They also raised funds for Te Kotahitanga and worked in several Māori newspapers, where women were encouraged to correspond with one another.
While Māori women were active in Te Kotahitanga, only a small number signed the 1893 suffrage petition and its 1892 predecessor. However, when the suffrage movement became successful with the passing of the Electoral Act in 1893, wāhine Māori took up the opportunity to vote. In fact, in October 1893, Ngāi Tahu women in Dunedin held a hui to thank all those who had helped them win the right to vote, and to encourage women to register to do so.
There are at least four wāhine of Ngāi Tahu descent whose signatures have been identified on the 1893 petition: Mary Cross from Bluff, Jane Driver of Pūrākaunui, and Rora Orbell and her daughter Frances Ada Amelia from Moeraki.
Rora Orbell also dedicated her energy to agitating and petitioning for the retention of Māori land both in and out of the land courts. Rora wasn’t alone in her fight. A generation later, the Ngāti Kurī leader Hariata Whakatau Pitini-Morera Beaton regularly gave evidence in the Māori Land Courts, and fought for Ngāi Tahu to receive compensation for Kemp’s Purchase.
She travelled widely to the major hui and negotiations, and her knowledge of tribal history played a significant part in helping the court to compile the base list of whakapapa of all those Ngāi Tahu living in 1848 at the time of Kemp’s Purchase.
“She was a great fighter for the Ngāi Tahu claims,” Tā Tipene O’Regan says of Hariata, who was a close friend and ally of his grandmother Rena (Ellen) Bradshaw.
“My taua was the keeper of the claim in my extended whānau – she kept that fire burning. She was always supported, but she was the front edge of it. And as I see it, Hariata was the front edge of the whole Ngāi Tahu claim there.”
Hariata also held and preserved much of the whakapapa of Ngāti Kurī and Ngāi Tahu. She spent most of what she thought were her dying days producing vast manuscripts of traditional knowledge from her hospital bed. These manuscripts have been heavily drawn upon – Tā Tipene remembers poring over them with Hariata’s mokopuna and his close colleague Bill Solomon, long after she had passed.
“He and I often talked about her because of the work we were doing on her papers. She was so large a figure in our lives, we both sort of felt we knew her,” Tā Tipene recalls. “She was completely assertive and confident in her manner in dealing with the power culture of the day.” This confidence served her well as she fought to protect traditional Kaikōura place names, and for the urupā along the coast to be protected.
The Māori Women’s Welfare League: creating a space for wāhine Māori
Following World War II, Māori increasingly migrated to cities as a result of land losses, and in search of employment. Many struggled with finding suitable housing, adapting to a cash economy, poor health, and racism. The Māori Women’s Welfare League was formed in 1951 to address concerns for the health and well-being of Māori, wāhine Māori, and their whānau.
For the last 50 years, Aroha Reriti-Crofts from Tuahiwi has been a passionate member of the League. She joined in 1968 as a single mother of four children, saying, “I decided I wanted something more than just being a housewife.” After a conversation with an Aunty who was “a very staunch league member”, it was decided that she would join the Ōtautahi branch.
Aroha is passionate about learning, and thrived in the League environment.
“I listened to other people talking. I believe the observer learns a lot just sitting and listening and watching, and I learnt all those beautiful things of how to express oneself.”
Aroha’s keenness saw her quickly promoted to secretary. But it was when she first attended the national conference in Auckland that she had a glimpse of her future, watching the then president Hine Pōtaka speak.
“She just blew me away – this beautiful lady – and I thought, ‘One day I’m going to be just like you’ – you dream these wonderful dreams.”
But it didn’t remain just a dream. In 1990, Aroha became president of the Māori Women’s Welfare League. During her time as president, she followed in the footsteps of those before her by focusing on whānau wellbeing. The programme “Kai in the Yard” helped low-income mothers plant and grow vegetables to feed their whānau; while the Mahi ā-Whānau programme helped women use their Māori arts skills to supplement their income by selling their crafts. As a solo mother herself, Aroha faced the stigma of being perceived as “living off the state”, and wanted to ensure that other women had opportunities to support their children.
The League was reliant on women having their ear to the ground in their communities to identify the needs of the women around them. Women would ask for shoes for kids, or pots, or chairs – it was all about providing whānau with the basics of living.
“The need was great, and is still the same,” Aroha says.
Sometimes it would just be about lifting someone up by painting their fence or dressing their bedroom – “just ordinary beautiful little things”. When a woman in prison needed a nice outfit to appear before the parole board, the League network found her one.
For many of the whānau away from their papakāinga and without the support of their own taua, māmā and aunties, the League gave them the skills and support they needed to raise their tamariki.
For the first time, Māori women had a national platform to voice the issues that related to them and their lived experiences.
“Women had a lot more things to talk about – bringing up children, feeding children, learning how to cook, learning how to manage a home, childbirth, the lot! Men didn’t have all that much to talk about apart from who’s controlling the marae and who’s controlling the reserve and who will succeed to their land,” Aroha says.
“So I think it was wonderful that it was decided that women need a platform of their own.”
At 80 years old, Aroha still attends League hui every month. She says she doesn’t want to miss out, because “there is always something exciting happening in the League”. A fierce advocate for passing on knowledge, Aroha still trains the Ōtautahi delegates every year. She has passed that fire on to her tamariki and mokopuna – her only daughter is the national vice-president, and four of her mokopuna are all members of the League.
Taking the lead: Wāhine ki mua
Former Southern-Ward MP Whetu Tirikatene-Sullivan (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Māmoe, Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāti Toa) smashed the glass ceiling in more ways than one.
In 1970, she became the first to give birth as a sitting MP. She became the first Māori cabinet minister when she was appointed Minister of Tourism in 1972. The birth of her son Tirikatene in 1974 is thought to have been the first to a sitting cabinet minister in the British Commonwealth. She was the first woman to speak on Tūrangawaewae Marae at Ngāruawāhia.
But to her nephew and Te Tai Tonga MP Rino Tirikatene, she was Aunty. He remembers her as a gifted kaikaranga with “fabulous outfits”.
“Aunty was a wonderful, stylish, very dignified lady; very intelligent, obviously – but very down-to-earth,” he recalls.
Whetu’s life wasn’t without controversy – her opposition to the repeal of the Ngāi Tahu Claims Settlement Act 1944 and to the establishment of Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu put her in conflict with iwi leaders. Despite her contentious politics, she still stands as a role model to other wāhine rangatira.
“To be a groundbreaker like Whetu, she must have had very rigorous internal processes to stay focused in moving about and achieving the causes,” Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Chief Executive Arihia Bennett says.
“Moving through all the challenges of a generally white, conservative society – breaking down all those barriers with both her intelligence and her eloquence to maintain and hold her head up high, despite some of the things she stood for.”
“I’ve always got to be mindful of the great diplomacy that you must exemplify in a role such as [CEO], and for women – and Māori women – the judgement is triple that of men, because of the gender issues, the diversity issues – even women judging other women.”
Ngāi Tahu chief executive
Arihia herself comes from a whānau of wāhine toa who she has modelled herself on. Her mother battled Parkinson’s disease for 18 years – a challenge that didn’t prevent her from completing a Diploma in Māori Health and working as a Tipu Ora Health worker alongside mothers and their pēpi.
Arihia’s English grandmother, Freda Tainui, married into the tribe in the 1940s and lived at Tuahiwi pā. When her first husband was killed in war, she married his cousin and brought up five daughters at the pā.
“My grandmother was quite stoic – as you can imagine, raising five daughters in the Tuahiwi pā north of Christchurch – seen as the heart of Ngāi Tahu back in those days – and she managed and she pushed her way through.”
Arihia has drawn on her grandmother’s example over the years in her role as CEO. It isn’t easy being in the top job, especially as a woman. Arihia says she takes a pragmatic approach, taking time to step back and reflect and look at the options available.
“I’ve always got to be mindful of the great diplomacy that you must exemplify in a role such as this, and for women – and Māori women – the judgement is triple that of men, because of the gender issues, the diversity issues – even women judging other women.”
Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini – My strength is not mine alone, it comes from the collective
These are just a handful of the women who have stood up for our iwi, our wāhine, and our people. They’re part of a greater network of Ngāi Tahu women who continue to empower each other, and in turn, the wider iwi. Some of these women can be found in the board room or parliamentary chambers, striving to create better outcomes for our whānau, while some of them can be found in our own homes. We all have women in our lives who have influenced, supported, and taught us – and sometimes the greatest teachings are the smallest gestures.
“What I learnt from my grandmother was manaakitanga – how you treat your visitors when they come,” my own mother Moana Johnsen tells me.
“You dropped what you were doing and you had a cup of tea – these people were welcomed in.
“A lot of people that came to see Nana didn’t drink tea or coffee because they were Rātana or they were Mormon; and I remember this clearly because I would be the one that would go up to the shop to get the Milo.
“That was important because if you didn’t have it in the house you went and got it for them”.
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One could say that no two stories are alike. In this case that 's true. In “ Like the Sun “ it 's almost as if the whole story revolves around honesty. But in “The Censors” it 's more about deception and doing something for your own benefit. A similarity can be that they both have great morals and reasoning behind them. Many people would say that “Like the Sun” is about telling the truth is good but also can have consequences. People may say that say that “The Censors” is about striving and truthful living your life. Which both are very great life lessons and morals for anyone. Most would agree that both these short stories are very different, but have great morals behind them. But as the stories they are very different. “Like the Sun” focuses more on the truth than deception and “The Censors” focus more on deception and not a lot of honesty. Over all they are different books but still very
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Both have a hero that brings the hope of new found freedom, and both are stories of the fight for a greater good. But both stories are very different in content as well. One story is from accounts of a very long ago, when people were god-fearing individuals and believed in a higher being that could save them from tragedy and desperation. The other is a story from the future where the people know nothing of what reality really is and do not know that the higher intelligence are the ones who are actually enslaving
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Likewise, they share a common theme that man should not disobey the gods. The outcome when man disobeys the gods is always bad. Man should not try to be like the gods by disobeying them. Both stories have their own gods and protagonist who disobeyed the gods.
Stephanie Ericsson begins her explorative essay, “The Ways We Lie,” with a personal anecdote of all the lies she fabricated in one day. She told her bank that a deposit was in the mail when it was not, told a client that the traffic had been bad when she was late for other reasons, told her partner that her day was fine when it was really exhausting, and told her friend she was too busy for lunch when she just was not hungry, all in the course of a day. She shifts from talking about herself to talking about everyone, claiming that all people lie, exaggerate, minimize, keep secrets, and tell other lies. But, like herself, most still consider themselves honest people. She describes a week in which she tried to never tell a lie; it was debilitating, she claims.
They both include the central idea and overall mood that the original author, Jane Yolen, was trying to get across to the readers and viewers. Likewise, the characters are somewhat similar in both mediums. The main protagonist may be called by different names, but she is still the same person living the same story. Another character that stays the same is Rivka, who is the one that
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In ancient Rome, fashion was more than just something to wear, it was a symbol of status and a reflection of one’s position in society. Nowhere was this more evident than with the toga, the traditional garment worn by Roman citizens. But what did wearing a toga symbolize in ancient Rome? It represented not just citizenship but also a sense of belonging, tradition, and responsibility.
The toga was a cloth made from wool and draped around the body in a specific manner, with one end thrown over the left shoulder and the other wrapped around the body. It was a garment reserved for Roman citizens and was mandatory for certain formal occasions, such as public speeches, religious ceremonies, and political events. In this sense, wearing a toga was a clear indicator of one’s rank and status in society.
However, the toga also carried symbolic meaning beyond its practical uses. It was a symbol of ancient Roman traditions and values such as honor, duty, and patriotism. By wearing a toga, citizens were expected to uphold these ideals and serve the greater good of the Roman Republic. So, wearing a toga was more than just a fashion statement. It was a way of demonstrating one’s loyalty to Rome and to the principles upon which it was founded.
Wearing a toga in ancient Rome
The toga was a garment worn in ancient Rome by male citizens during important events and occasions, such as festivals, weddings, and funerals. It was a symbol of Roman citizenship and was reserved exclusively for free Roman citizens. Additionally, the toga was often worn by emperors and aristocrats as a sign of their rank and status.
- The toga was made out of a single piece of cloth measuring around six meters long and four meters wide. It was draped around the body in a particular manner, and its shape and design were often used to differentiate between different social classes and occupations.
- The toga was a cumbersome garment that required a great deal of skill to wear correctly. Male citizens spent years mastering the art of wearing the toga, and it was seen as a mark of their social status and education.
- While the toga was worn primarily by male citizens, women did have their own version of the toga known as the stola. This garment was similar in shape and design to the toga but was worn exclusively by women and was generally made out of more luxurious materials.
Overall, the toga was an essential symbol of Roman citizenship and identity. Its use was closely tied to social status and education, and it was seen as a sign of both honor and responsibility. Despite its cumbersome nature, the toga remained an important part of Roman culture for centuries and is still seen as an iconic representation of ancient Rome today.
The different materials of togas
The toga was a garment worn by ancient Romans for many centuries. It was the formal dress of Roman citizens, and it had many uses, including showing social status, signifying a certain occupation, and even being used for ceremonial events. One of the most interesting things about the toga is that the material it was made from varied depending on how it was going to be used. Below, we take a closer look at the different materials of togas.
- Wool Toga – The toga made of wool was called the toga virilis. It was the most common type of toga and was usually worn by men of all classes. Wool togas were thick and heavy, providing warmth and protection during the harsh winter months. They were also suitable for workwear and were practical for everyday use.
- Silk Toga – The toga made of silk was called the toga picta. It was the most luxurious and expensive type of toga and was only worn by the highest-ranking officials and the emperor himself. Silk togas were brightly colored and embroidered with intricate designs, making them very eye-catching and stylish. They were used for special occasions and formal events.
- Linen Toga – The toga made of linen was called the toga candida. It was worn by those seeking political office, as well as those running for public office. It was made of bright white linen and was meant to symbolize the candidate’s purity and honesty. Linen togas were also worn by people engaged in ritualistic events.
The toga was a versatile garment that varied in appearance depending on the wearer’s social status, occupation, and the nature of the event they attended. The different materials of togas played a significant role in creating a clear distinction between individuals in ancient Roman society. Understanding the materials of togas gives us insight into the complexities of Roman culture and how clothing played a significant role in their daily lives.
What colors of togas symbolized
In ancient Rome, different colors of togas represented different levels of social status and political power. It was a significant element in the society, especially in political events and ceremonies. Here are some of the colors of togas and their symbolic meanings.
- Purple: This was the most prestigious color of the toga, symbolizing the highest social rank in ancient Rome. It was worn only by emperors, high magistrates, and other prominent figures in the Roman society.
- White: This color represented the typical toga worn by commoners and citizens, as well as young men undergoing the process of becoming a Roman citizen. It was also worn in religious ceremonies and funerals.
- Dark Toga: This was the attire of mourners, worn in funerals and mourning. It was a simple garment, and its dark color represented sorrow and grief.
Aside from these primary colors, there were also other colors that symbolized specific meanings depending on the context of their use. For instance, a green toga represented nature and fertility, while a yellow toga represented menial laborers and slaves. Furthermore, some togas were dyed with patterns and designs that represented specific events or affiliations.
The colors of the toga played a crucial role in ancient Rome, and its significance extended not only to the clothes but also to the political, social, and cultural hierarchy of the society. Understanding the color symbolism of the toga reveals much about the values and beliefs prevalent in Roman society and how they interpreted their position in the world.
Togas for Men Versus Women
In ancient Rome, togas were a symbol of social status and were worn on formal occasions by both men and women. However, there were some differences in the way togas were worn by men and women, which reflected the gender hierarchy prevalent in Roman society.
- Design: Men’s togas were typically larger and longer than women’s togas. This was a reflection of the superior social status of men in Roman society.
- Color: Men’s togas were white, while women’s togas were of different colors, depending on their status. Only prostitutes were allowed to wear a toga of a certain shade of purple.
- Accessories: Men wore a leather belt to hold their togas in place, while women had a special fibula, or clasp, to fasten their togas. This was an indication of the different social roles played by men and women in ancient Rome.
The way the toga was draped also varied between men and women:
- Men’s toga: A man’s toga consisted of a single, large piece of fabric draped around the body in a particular way, covering the left arm and shoulder, and leaving the right arm and shoulder exposed. This design allowed for ease of movement and was practical for military and political activities.
- Women’s toga: A woman’s toga was draped differently, covering both arms and shoulders, and often fell in soft folds around the body. This design was more decorative and less practical for women, who were expected to fulfill domestic duties.
Overall, the way togas were worn by men and women in ancient Rome reflected the gender hierarchy that existed in society. Men’s togas were designed for practicality and reflected their superior social status, while women’s togas were more decorative and less functional, reflecting their secondary role in society.
|Toga for Men
|Toga for Women
|Larger and longer
|Smaller and colorful
|White in color
|Colors depending on status
|Special fibula or clasp
|Covers left arm and shoulder
|Covers both arms and shoulders
By understanding the differences in the way togas were worn by men and women in ancient Rome, we can gain insights into the social hierarchy that existed during that period. Togas were not just a piece of clothing, they were a symbol of power, status, and hierarchy in one of the most important cultures in human history.
How Togas Were Worn and Draped
The toga was a semicircular or oblong-shaped garment made from a single piece of white woolen cloth and worn over a tunic by men in ancient Rome. The way a toga was draped and worn signified the wearer’s social status and the occasion or event at which it was being worn.
The length and width of a toga differed in accordance with the age and social status of the wearer. For example, the toga praetexta, which had a purple border, was worn by magistrates and free-born boys under the age of seventeen, and the toga candida, which was bleached to a dazzling white, was worn by individuals who sought public office.
- How to wear a toga
- Wrap the toga around the body
- Wrap the fabric around the waist
- Pleat and adjust the fabric
The process of wearing a toga was a complex ritual that required special skills and practice. It was believed that the way a toga was draped and worn could reveal the moral character and personality of the wearer, which is why it was of utmost importance to wear it correctly. The following are the steps involved in wearing a toga:
The wearer started by draping the toga over his left shoulder and covered his left arm with the fabric, leaving his right arm and shoulder exposed.
The next step was to wrap the fabric around the back and bring it to the front, passing the end of the toga under the left arm and then over the right shoulder.
Once the fabric was brought over the right shoulder, it was pleated around the torso and tucked under the already wrapped fabric around the waist. The excess fabric was pinned on the left shoulder using a fibula or brooch to keep it in place. The wearer had to adjust the pleats and make sure the toga was comfortable to move around in.
The final result was a toga that was draped effortlessly over the body, enhancing the wearer’s physique and creating a regal appearance. However, if the wearer failed to wear it correctly, it could create an awkward or comical appearance that could damage his reputation.
The toga was a versatile garment that could be styled in different ways according to the occasion or event. For instance, the toga pulla, a dark-colored toga, was worn during mourning, and a toga picta, embroidered with gold and silver thread, was worn by victorious generals during triumphs or public processions.
|Type of toga
|Worn by individuals seeking public office
|Worn by high-ranking officials, such as consuls
|White with a purple border
|Worn by magistrates and free-born boys under the age of 17
|Embroidered with gold and silver thread
|Worn by victorious generals during triumphs
|Worn during mourning
In conclusion, the toga was not only a practical garment but also a cultural symbol that signified an individual’s social status, character, and the occasion or event at which it was being worn. It required skill and effort to wear it correctly, and any mistake could harm one’s reputation. Despite its complexity, the toga remained a fashion staple in ancient Rome for over eight centuries and is still a recognizable symbol of the Roman Empire to this day.
Different Types of Togas for Different Occasions
The toga was a crucial part of Roman society, and they were worn for different occasions. Depending on the event and the wearer’s social status, the type of toga changed. Here are some of the different types of togas and when they were worn.
- Toga Virilis or Toga Pura: This was a plain white toga worn by Roman citizens. It was a symbol of manhood and was usually given to young men when they reached puberty. This toga was worn throughout adulthood and was also used as a burial shroud when the wearer died.
- Toga Candida: This was a bright, bleached-white toga worn by those running for political office. It showed the wearer’s purity and highlighted that they had nothing to hide.
- Toga Praetexta: This was a purple-bordered toga worn by Roman magistrates, priests, and free-born boys. It was lined with a purple border and was meant to represent the wearer’s standing in society.
- Toga Pulla: This was a dark toga worn during mourning periods. It was made of dark cloth and represented the sadness of death.
- Toga Trabea: This was a toga that was worn by people who held higher posts in the Empire. It was a multi-colored toga which depicted their high standing in society.
- Toga picta: This was an ornate toga worn during triumph celebrations or military parades. It had intricate designs on it and was mainly worn by victorious generals, who were awarded these togas as a mark of their achievements.
Here is a table that summarizes the different types of togas:
|Daily life, Burial
|White with purple borders
|Magistrates, Priests, and Free-born boys
|Official ceremonies, Religious rituals
|Funerals, Mourning periods
|Offical ceremonies and state functions
|Ornate, intricate designs
|Triumph celebrations, Military parades
As you can see, the toga was not just a piece of clothing but a symbol of the wearer’s status, achievements, profession, and even their mourning. Knowing the different types of togas and when to wear them was a crucial part of Roman society, and it reflected the depth of their culture and traditions.
The significance of the toga praetexta worn by young boys
The toga praetexta was a type of toga worn by young boys in Ancient Rome. It was a garment made of a woolen cloth with a purple border. This toga had immense significance in ancient Rome as it symbolized the wearer’s social status and their role in society.
- The toga praetexta was an important symbol of the wearer’s citizenship and their right to participate in public life. It was a symbol of Roman identity and citizenship.
- The purple border of the toga praetexta was a symbol of the wearer’s noble birth. This was of utmost importance in ancient Roman society as one’s social status was determined by their birth. The purple border was reserved for members of the patrician class, who were the wealthiest and most influential members of society.
- The toga praetexta was also significant because it distinguished young boys from men. When a boy reached the age of majority, he was expected to give up his toga praetexta and don the toga virilis, which was a plain white toga. This transition was an important milestone in a boy’s life as it marked his entry into manhood.
The toga praetexta also had symbolic significance in religious ceremonies. It was worn by the pontifex maximus, the chief priest of Rome, during certain religious ceremonies. The toga was a symbol of the priest’s authority and power and it helped to distinguish him from the other priests.
Below is a table that summarizes the key points regarding the toga praetexta:
|Symbolized the wearer’s right to participate in public life
|Symbolized the wearer’s aristocratic status
|Transition to manhood
|Marked the wearer’s entry into adulthood
|Worn by the chief priest during religious ceremonies
In summary, the toga praetexta was an important symbol in Ancient Rome. It was a symbol of the wearer’s social status, citizenship, and religious authority. It played a crucial role in marking the transition from childhood to adulthood and was a key element in the social hierarchy of Ancient Rome.
Togas as a status symbol for different social classes
Togas were not only a clothing style in ancient Rome, but also served as a symbol of an individual’s social class and status. The toga was a long piece of fabric draped over the body and was worn exclusively by male citizens.
- Patricians: The toga worn by Patricians was made of a white woolen material called the toga pura. This toga was considered the most prestigious and was reserved for members of the highest social class, the Patricians, who were the wealthy landowners, nobles, and upper-class families.
- Equestrians: The equestrian class wore the toga praetexta, which had a purple border and could only be worn by those who held public office or were wealthy landowners. The toga praetexta distinguished the equestrians from the lower classes, and it was also worn by children who were being dedicated to a deity or becoming citizens for the first time.
- Plebeians: Plebeians wore a darker-colored toga, the toga pulla, which was made of dark wool and was often worn as a sign of mourning or in times of distress. The toga candida was worn by those plebeians who were running for public office, and this was similar to the toga pura but was made of a brighter white color.
- Slaves: Slaves were not allowed to wear togas and were required to wear a tunic instead. This prevented them from being mistaken for free citizens.
The toga was not only a symbol of an individual’s social class, but it also had practical uses such as identifying citizens in public and could even act as a makeshift shelter in times of need. It was also an expensive garment to produce and maintain, which made it a luxury item only accessible to those who had the means to afford it.
The toga played a significant role in ancient Roman society and was a clear indication of a person’s social status. The materials, colors, and styles of the toga reflected the wearer’s class and allowed them to be easily identified in public. It was a symbol of pride and served as a reminder of the individual’s place in society.
|Plebeians running for public office
In conclusion, the toga was not only an article of clothing but also served as a symbol of an individual’s social status and had practical uses in ancient Rome. The toga could easily identify citizens in public, reflect the wearer’s class, and was a sign of pride and status. It remains an iconic representation of ancient Roman society and culture today.
The decline in popularity of togas
Although wearing a toga was a symbol of Roman citizenship and an important aspect of the Roman identity, it eventually fell out of fashion. The gradual decline in popularity can be attributed to several factors.
- Cost: Togas were made from expensive and fine fabrics, making them inaccessible to the majority of the population. As the Roman economy declined, fewer people were able to afford the luxury of wearing a toga.
- Practicality: Togas were large and cumbersome to wear and were not practical for everyday use. In addition, they were difficult to move in, making them unsuitable for many activities.
- Associated with the elite: Togas were associated with the Roman elite and were often worn by politicians, magistrates, and other high ranking officials. As the people became more disillusioned with the ruling class, the toga became a symbol of oppression and elitism.
By the 3rd century AD, the toga was no longer the dominant clothing style in Rome. It was replaced by more practical garments such as tunics and cloaks, which were easier to wear and more affordable. Despite its decline, the toga remains an iconic symbol of Roman culture, and its legacy can still be seen in modern fashion and design trends.
To see the evolution of the popularity of togas, take a look at the table below:
|5th century BC – 3rd century BC
|3rd century BC – 1st century BC
|1st century AD – 3rd century AD
As you can see from the table, the popularity of togas declined significantly over time, reflecting the changing attitudes and values of the Roman people.
Togas in modern fashion and pop culture
While the toga may have been a staple of ancient Roman attire, it has also made its way into modern fashion and pop culture. Here are a few examples:
- Toga parties: Perhaps the most well-known modern use of the toga is at college parties themed around ancient Rome. Toga parties have become a staple of many campuses, with students donning makeshift togas made from bedsheets or purchasing more elaborate versions online.
- Fashion shows: Designers have also incorporated the toga into their runway shows. In 2017, Christian Dior created a collection inspired by ancient Rome that featured dresses resembling togas. The flowing, draped garments were a nod to the toga’s origins and added a touch of classical elegance to the high fashion designs.
- Halloween costumes: Togas have become a popular choice for Halloween costumes, with many retailers selling pre-made toga costumes for both adults and children. While the accuracy of these costumes may be questionable, they certainly add a touch of ancient Roman flair to any Halloween party.
Additionally, the toga has made appearances in pop culture, including:
1. Movies and TV shows: Togas have appeared in films and TV shows set in ancient Rome, such as Gladiator and Spartacus. The iconic Toga Party scene in the movie Animal House also helped to popularize the toga in modern culture.
2. Music: The toga has also made its way into music, with popular songs like “Toga Party” by Bob and Doug McKenzie and “Toga! Toga! Toga!” by Bluto in Animal House featuring references to the iconic garment.
Overall, while the toga may have originated in ancient Rome, it has become a recognizable symbol of both classic elegance and college party culture in modern times.
FAQs: What Did Wearing a Toga Symbolize in Ancient Rome?
1. What is a toga?
A toga is a garment worn by male citizens of ancient Rome. It was a large, loosely draped piece of fabric that covered the body from the shoulders to the feet.
2. What did wearing a toga symbolize?
Wearing a toga was a symbol of Roman citizenship and of belonging to the upper class. It was considered a mark of Roman identity and a sign of respectability.
3. Who could wear a toga?
Only male citizens of Rome were allowed to wear the toga. It was considered a privilege and a mark of social standing.
4. Were there different types of togas?
Yes, there were different types of togas that were worn for different occasions. The toga virilis was worn by boys as they became men, the toga praetexta was worn by magistrates and young boys of high rank, and the toga candida was worn by candidates running for public office.
5. What material were togas made of?
Togas were made of wool and were often bleached or dyed white.
6. Was wearing a toga comfortable?
Wearing a toga was not very comfortable, as it was heavy and bulky. It was also difficult to move around in, which is why it was primarily worn for ceremonial occasions.
7. Why did the toga go out of fashion?
The toga eventually went out of fashion as the Roman Empire declined. It was replaced by more practical and functional clothing.
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0.3273901343345... | 1 | In ancient Rome, fashion was more than just something to wear, it was a symbol of status and a reflection of one’s position in society. Nowhere was this more evident than with the toga, the traditional garment worn by Roman citizens. But what did wearing a toga symbolize in ancient Rome? It represented not just citizenship but also a sense of belonging, tradition, and responsibility.
The toga was a cloth made from wool and draped around the body in a specific manner, with one end thrown over the left shoulder and the other wrapped around the body. It was a garment reserved for Roman citizens and was mandatory for certain formal occasions, such as public speeches, religious ceremonies, and political events. In this sense, wearing a toga was a clear indicator of one’s rank and status in society.
However, the toga also carried symbolic meaning beyond its practical uses. It was a symbol of ancient Roman traditions and values such as honor, duty, and patriotism. By wearing a toga, citizens were expected to uphold these ideals and serve the greater good of the Roman Republic. So, wearing a toga was more than just a fashion statement. It was a way of demonstrating one’s loyalty to Rome and to the principles upon which it was founded.
Wearing a toga in ancient Rome
The toga was a garment worn in ancient Rome by male citizens during important events and occasions, such as festivals, weddings, and funerals. It was a symbol of Roman citizenship and was reserved exclusively for free Roman citizens. Additionally, the toga was often worn by emperors and aristocrats as a sign of their rank and status.
- The toga was made out of a single piece of cloth measuring around six meters long and four meters wide. It was draped around the body in a particular manner, and its shape and design were often used to differentiate between different social classes and occupations.
- The toga was a cumbersome garment that required a great deal of skill to wear correctly. Male citizens spent years mastering the art of wearing the toga, and it was seen as a mark of their social status and education.
- While the toga was worn primarily by male citizens, women did have their own version of the toga known as the stola. This garment was similar in shape and design to the toga but was worn exclusively by women and was generally made out of more luxurious materials.
Overall, the toga was an essential symbol of Roman citizenship and identity. Its use was closely tied to social status and education, and it was seen as a sign of both honor and responsibility. Despite its cumbersome nature, the toga remained an important part of Roman culture for centuries and is still seen as an iconic representation of ancient Rome today.
The different materials of togas
The toga was a garment worn by ancient Romans for many centuries. It was the formal dress of Roman citizens, and it had many uses, including showing social status, signifying a certain occupation, and even being used for ceremonial events. One of the most interesting things about the toga is that the material it was made from varied depending on how it was going to be used. Below, we take a closer look at the different materials of togas.
- Wool Toga – The toga made of wool was called the toga virilis. It was the most common type of toga and was usually worn by men of all classes. Wool togas were thick and heavy, providing warmth and protection during the harsh winter months. They were also suitable for workwear and were practical for everyday use.
- Silk Toga – The toga made of silk was called the toga picta. It was the most luxurious and expensive type of toga and was only worn by the highest-ranking officials and the emperor himself. Silk togas were brightly colored and embroidered with intricate designs, making them very eye-catching and stylish. They were used for special occasions and formal events.
- Linen Toga – The toga made of linen was called the toga candida. It was worn by those seeking political office, as well as those running for public office. It was made of bright white linen and was meant to symbolize the candidate’s purity and honesty. Linen togas were also worn by people engaged in ritualistic events.
The toga was a versatile garment that varied in appearance depending on the wearer’s social status, occupation, and the nature of the event they attended. The different materials of togas played a significant role in creating a clear distinction between individuals in ancient Roman society. Understanding the materials of togas gives us insight into the complexities of Roman culture and how clothing played a significant role in their daily lives.
What colors of togas symbolized
In ancient Rome, different colors of togas represented different levels of social status and political power. It was a significant element in the society, especially in political events and ceremonies. Here are some of the colors of togas and their symbolic meanings.
- Purple: This was the most prestigious color of the toga, symbolizing the highest social rank in ancient Rome. It was worn only by emperors, high magistrates, and other prominent figures in the Roman society.
- White: This color represented the typical toga worn by commoners and citizens, as well as young men undergoing the process of becoming a Roman citizen. It was also worn in religious ceremonies and funerals.
- Dark Toga: This was the attire of mourners, worn in funerals and mourning. It was a simple garment, and its dark color represented sorrow and grief.
Aside from these primary colors, there were also other colors that symbolized specific meanings depending on the context of their use. For instance, a green toga represented nature and fertility, while a yellow toga represented menial laborers and slaves. Furthermore, some togas were dyed with patterns and designs that represented specific events or affiliations.
The colors of the toga played a crucial role in ancient Rome, and its significance extended not only to the clothes but also to the political, social, and cultural hierarchy of the society. Understanding the color symbolism of the toga reveals much about the values and beliefs prevalent in Roman society and how they interpreted their position in the world.
Togas for Men Versus Women
In ancient Rome, togas were a symbol of social status and were worn on formal occasions by both men and women. However, there were some differences in the way togas were worn by men and women, which reflected the gender hierarchy prevalent in Roman society.
- Design: Men’s togas were typically larger and longer than women’s togas. This was a reflection of the superior social status of men in Roman society.
- Color: Men’s togas were white, while women’s togas were of different colors, depending on their status. Only prostitutes were allowed to wear a toga of a certain shade of purple.
- Accessories: Men wore a leather belt to hold their togas in place, while women had a special fibula, or clasp, to fasten their togas. This was an indication of the different social roles played by men and women in ancient Rome.
The way the toga was draped also varied between men and women:
- Men’s toga: A man’s toga consisted of a single, large piece of fabric draped around the body in a particular way, covering the left arm and shoulder, and leaving the right arm and shoulder exposed. This design allowed for ease of movement and was practical for military and political activities.
- Women’s toga: A woman’s toga was draped differently, covering both arms and shoulders, and often fell in soft folds around the body. This design was more decorative and less practical for women, who were expected to fulfill domestic duties.
Overall, the way togas were worn by men and women in ancient Rome reflected the gender hierarchy that existed in society. Men’s togas were designed for practicality and reflected their superior social status, while women’s togas were more decorative and less functional, reflecting their secondary role in society.
|Toga for Men
|Toga for Women
|Larger and longer
|Smaller and colorful
|White in color
|Colors depending on status
|Special fibula or clasp
|Covers left arm and shoulder
|Covers both arms and shoulders
By understanding the differences in the way togas were worn by men and women in ancient Rome, we can gain insights into the social hierarchy that existed during that period. Togas were not just a piece of clothing, they were a symbol of power, status, and hierarchy in one of the most important cultures in human history.
How Togas Were Worn and Draped
The toga was a semicircular or oblong-shaped garment made from a single piece of white woolen cloth and worn over a tunic by men in ancient Rome. The way a toga was draped and worn signified the wearer’s social status and the occasion or event at which it was being worn.
The length and width of a toga differed in accordance with the age and social status of the wearer. For example, the toga praetexta, which had a purple border, was worn by magistrates and free-born boys under the age of seventeen, and the toga candida, which was bleached to a dazzling white, was worn by individuals who sought public office.
- How to wear a toga
- Wrap the toga around the body
- Wrap the fabric around the waist
- Pleat and adjust the fabric
The process of wearing a toga was a complex ritual that required special skills and practice. It was believed that the way a toga was draped and worn could reveal the moral character and personality of the wearer, which is why it was of utmost importance to wear it correctly. The following are the steps involved in wearing a toga:
The wearer started by draping the toga over his left shoulder and covered his left arm with the fabric, leaving his right arm and shoulder exposed.
The next step was to wrap the fabric around the back and bring it to the front, passing the end of the toga under the left arm and then over the right shoulder.
Once the fabric was brought over the right shoulder, it was pleated around the torso and tucked under the already wrapped fabric around the waist. The excess fabric was pinned on the left shoulder using a fibula or brooch to keep it in place. The wearer had to adjust the pleats and make sure the toga was comfortable to move around in.
The final result was a toga that was draped effortlessly over the body, enhancing the wearer’s physique and creating a regal appearance. However, if the wearer failed to wear it correctly, it could create an awkward or comical appearance that could damage his reputation.
The toga was a versatile garment that could be styled in different ways according to the occasion or event. For instance, the toga pulla, a dark-colored toga, was worn during mourning, and a toga picta, embroidered with gold and silver thread, was worn by victorious generals during triumphs or public processions.
|Type of toga
|Worn by individuals seeking public office
|Worn by high-ranking officials, such as consuls
|White with a purple border
|Worn by magistrates and free-born boys under the age of 17
|Embroidered with gold and silver thread
|Worn by victorious generals during triumphs
|Worn during mourning
In conclusion, the toga was not only a practical garment but also a cultural symbol that signified an individual’s social status, character, and the occasion or event at which it was being worn. It required skill and effort to wear it correctly, and any mistake could harm one’s reputation. Despite its complexity, the toga remained a fashion staple in ancient Rome for over eight centuries and is still a recognizable symbol of the Roman Empire to this day.
Different Types of Togas for Different Occasions
The toga was a crucial part of Roman society, and they were worn for different occasions. Depending on the event and the wearer’s social status, the type of toga changed. Here are some of the different types of togas and when they were worn.
- Toga Virilis or Toga Pura: This was a plain white toga worn by Roman citizens. It was a symbol of manhood and was usually given to young men when they reached puberty. This toga was worn throughout adulthood and was also used as a burial shroud when the wearer died.
- Toga Candida: This was a bright, bleached-white toga worn by those running for political office. It showed the wearer’s purity and highlighted that they had nothing to hide.
- Toga Praetexta: This was a purple-bordered toga worn by Roman magistrates, priests, and free-born boys. It was lined with a purple border and was meant to represent the wearer’s standing in society.
- Toga Pulla: This was a dark toga worn during mourning periods. It was made of dark cloth and represented the sadness of death.
- Toga Trabea: This was a toga that was worn by people who held higher posts in the Empire. It was a multi-colored toga which depicted their high standing in society.
- Toga picta: This was an ornate toga worn during triumph celebrations or military parades. It had intricate designs on it and was mainly worn by victorious generals, who were awarded these togas as a mark of their achievements.
Here is a table that summarizes the different types of togas:
|Daily life, Burial
|White with purple borders
|Magistrates, Priests, and Free-born boys
|Official ceremonies, Religious rituals
|Funerals, Mourning periods
|Offical ceremonies and state functions
|Ornate, intricate designs
|Triumph celebrations, Military parades
As you can see, the toga was not just a piece of clothing but a symbol of the wearer’s status, achievements, profession, and even their mourning. Knowing the different types of togas and when to wear them was a crucial part of Roman society, and it reflected the depth of their culture and traditions.
The significance of the toga praetexta worn by young boys
The toga praetexta was a type of toga worn by young boys in Ancient Rome. It was a garment made of a woolen cloth with a purple border. This toga had immense significance in ancient Rome as it symbolized the wearer’s social status and their role in society.
- The toga praetexta was an important symbol of the wearer’s citizenship and their right to participate in public life. It was a symbol of Roman identity and citizenship.
- The purple border of the toga praetexta was a symbol of the wearer’s noble birth. This was of utmost importance in ancient Roman society as one’s social status was determined by their birth. The purple border was reserved for members of the patrician class, who were the wealthiest and most influential members of society.
- The toga praetexta was also significant because it distinguished young boys from men. When a boy reached the age of majority, he was expected to give up his toga praetexta and don the toga virilis, which was a plain white toga. This transition was an important milestone in a boy’s life as it marked his entry into manhood.
The toga praetexta also had symbolic significance in religious ceremonies. It was worn by the pontifex maximus, the chief priest of Rome, during certain religious ceremonies. The toga was a symbol of the priest’s authority and power and it helped to distinguish him from the other priests.
Below is a table that summarizes the key points regarding the toga praetexta:
|Symbolized the wearer’s right to participate in public life
|Symbolized the wearer’s aristocratic status
|Transition to manhood
|Marked the wearer’s entry into adulthood
|Worn by the chief priest during religious ceremonies
In summary, the toga praetexta was an important symbol in Ancient Rome. It was a symbol of the wearer’s social status, citizenship, and religious authority. It played a crucial role in marking the transition from childhood to adulthood and was a key element in the social hierarchy of Ancient Rome.
Togas as a status symbol for different social classes
Togas were not only a clothing style in ancient Rome, but also served as a symbol of an individual’s social class and status. The toga was a long piece of fabric draped over the body and was worn exclusively by male citizens.
- Patricians: The toga worn by Patricians was made of a white woolen material called the toga pura. This toga was considered the most prestigious and was reserved for members of the highest social class, the Patricians, who were the wealthy landowners, nobles, and upper-class families.
- Equestrians: The equestrian class wore the toga praetexta, which had a purple border and could only be worn by those who held public office or were wealthy landowners. The toga praetexta distinguished the equestrians from the lower classes, and it was also worn by children who were being dedicated to a deity or becoming citizens for the first time.
- Plebeians: Plebeians wore a darker-colored toga, the toga pulla, which was made of dark wool and was often worn as a sign of mourning or in times of distress. The toga candida was worn by those plebeians who were running for public office, and this was similar to the toga pura but was made of a brighter white color.
- Slaves: Slaves were not allowed to wear togas and were required to wear a tunic instead. This prevented them from being mistaken for free citizens.
The toga was not only a symbol of an individual’s social class, but it also had practical uses such as identifying citizens in public and could even act as a makeshift shelter in times of need. It was also an expensive garment to produce and maintain, which made it a luxury item only accessible to those who had the means to afford it.
The toga played a significant role in ancient Roman society and was a clear indication of a person’s social status. The materials, colors, and styles of the toga reflected the wearer’s class and allowed them to be easily identified in public. It was a symbol of pride and served as a reminder of the individual’s place in society.
|Plebeians running for public office
In conclusion, the toga was not only an article of clothing but also served as a symbol of an individual’s social status and had practical uses in ancient Rome. The toga could easily identify citizens in public, reflect the wearer’s class, and was a sign of pride and status. It remains an iconic representation of ancient Roman society and culture today.
The decline in popularity of togas
Although wearing a toga was a symbol of Roman citizenship and an important aspect of the Roman identity, it eventually fell out of fashion. The gradual decline in popularity can be attributed to several factors.
- Cost: Togas were made from expensive and fine fabrics, making them inaccessible to the majority of the population. As the Roman economy declined, fewer people were able to afford the luxury of wearing a toga.
- Practicality: Togas were large and cumbersome to wear and were not practical for everyday use. In addition, they were difficult to move in, making them unsuitable for many activities.
- Associated with the elite: Togas were associated with the Roman elite and were often worn by politicians, magistrates, and other high ranking officials. As the people became more disillusioned with the ruling class, the toga became a symbol of oppression and elitism.
By the 3rd century AD, the toga was no longer the dominant clothing style in Rome. It was replaced by more practical garments such as tunics and cloaks, which were easier to wear and more affordable. Despite its decline, the toga remains an iconic symbol of Roman culture, and its legacy can still be seen in modern fashion and design trends.
To see the evolution of the popularity of togas, take a look at the table below:
|5th century BC – 3rd century BC
|3rd century BC – 1st century BC
|1st century AD – 3rd century AD
As you can see from the table, the popularity of togas declined significantly over time, reflecting the changing attitudes and values of the Roman people.
Togas in modern fashion and pop culture
While the toga may have been a staple of ancient Roman attire, it has also made its way into modern fashion and pop culture. Here are a few examples:
- Toga parties: Perhaps the most well-known modern use of the toga is at college parties themed around ancient Rome. Toga parties have become a staple of many campuses, with students donning makeshift togas made from bedsheets or purchasing more elaborate versions online.
- Fashion shows: Designers have also incorporated the toga into their runway shows. In 2017, Christian Dior created a collection inspired by ancient Rome that featured dresses resembling togas. The flowing, draped garments were a nod to the toga’s origins and added a touch of classical elegance to the high fashion designs.
- Halloween costumes: Togas have become a popular choice for Halloween costumes, with many retailers selling pre-made toga costumes for both adults and children. While the accuracy of these costumes may be questionable, they certainly add a touch of ancient Roman flair to any Halloween party.
Additionally, the toga has made appearances in pop culture, including:
1. Movies and TV shows: Togas have appeared in films and TV shows set in ancient Rome, such as Gladiator and Spartacus. The iconic Toga Party scene in the movie Animal House also helped to popularize the toga in modern culture.
2. Music: The toga has also made its way into music, with popular songs like “Toga Party” by Bob and Doug McKenzie and “Toga! Toga! Toga!” by Bluto in Animal House featuring references to the iconic garment.
Overall, while the toga may have originated in ancient Rome, it has become a recognizable symbol of both classic elegance and college party culture in modern times.
FAQs: What Did Wearing a Toga Symbolize in Ancient Rome?
1. What is a toga?
A toga is a garment worn by male citizens of ancient Rome. It was a large, loosely draped piece of fabric that covered the body from the shoulders to the feet.
2. What did wearing a toga symbolize?
Wearing a toga was a symbol of Roman citizenship and of belonging to the upper class. It was considered a mark of Roman identity and a sign of respectability.
3. Who could wear a toga?
Only male citizens of Rome were allowed to wear the toga. It was considered a privilege and a mark of social standing.
4. Were there different types of togas?
Yes, there were different types of togas that were worn for different occasions. The toga virilis was worn by boys as they became men, the toga praetexta was worn by magistrates and young boys of high rank, and the toga candida was worn by candidates running for public office.
5. What material were togas made of?
Togas were made of wool and were often bleached or dyed white.
6. Was wearing a toga comfortable?
Wearing a toga was not very comfortable, as it was heavy and bulky. It was also difficult to move around in, which is why it was primarily worn for ceremonial occasions.
7. Why did the toga go out of fashion?
The toga eventually went out of fashion as the Roman Empire declined. It was replaced by more practical and functional clothing.
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Our Nation Was Not Founded in 1776
By Carole Hornsby Haynes July 2, 2023
On July 2, 1776 the Continental Congress voted to declare independence from the English Crown. A committee of five men was selected to write the ordinance of secession and on July 4, 1776 the Congress voted to approve the Declaration of Independence that merely established separation of the colonies from England. Already in May, Virginia had declared its independence and was in the process of creating its own Constitution. Maryland declared independence as well. The Declaration was not a revolutionary document. It did not establish new rights but simply re-affirmed the old rights that all Englishmen had under law. The fights of the colonials were already codified into English law. | <urn:uuid:d3bc54f0-2df1-4f47-ad6a-e3eaff89b886> | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | http://drcarolehhaynes.com/index.php?start=25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476399.55/warc/CC-MAIN-20240303210414-20240304000414-00136.warc.gz | en | 0.982143 | 152 | 3.40625 | 3 | [
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By Carole Hornsby Haynes July 2, 2023
On July 2, 1776 the Continental Congress voted to declare independence from the English Crown. A committee of five men was selected to write the ordinance of secession and on July 4, 1776 the Congress voted to approve the Declaration of Independence that merely established separation of the colonies from England. Already in May, Virginia had declared its independence and was in the process of creating its own Constitution. Maryland declared independence as well. The Declaration was not a revolutionary document. It did not establish new rights but simply re-affirmed the old rights that all Englishmen had under law. The fights of the colonials were already codified into English law. | 166 | ENGLISH | 1 |
The 1950s to 1970s in South Africa were a tumultuous time, as the country was under the oppressive rule of an oppressive apartheid regime. During this period, women played a major role in the fight against the oppressive system, forming some of the most influential civil society organizations that would lead the country to freedom. This article will explore the role of women in South African civil society resistance during this period, as well as some of their most significant contributions.
1950s-1970s: Women’s Role in South African Civil Society Resistance
During the 1950s to 1970s in South Africa, women played a major role in the fight against the oppressive apartheid regime. Women formed some of the most influential civil society organizations, such as the Federation of South African Women (FSAW), which was established in 1954. FSAW was made up of a variety of different women’s organizations, including the African National Congress Women’s League (ANCWL), the Congress of Democrats (COD), the South African Coloured People’s Organisation (SACPO), and the South African Indian Congress (SAIC). FSAW was a major force in the struggle against apartheid, and was instrumental in organizing the 1956 Women’s March against Pass Laws. FSAW also advocated for the rights of women and children, and published a magazine to educate women on the issues of the day.
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South African Women’s Contributions to Civil Resistance in the Mid-20th Century
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1950s-1970s: Women’s Role in South African Civil Society Resistance
During the 1950s to 1970s in South Africa, women played a major role in the fight against the oppressive apartheid regime. Women formed some of the most influential civil society organizations, such as the Federation of South African Women (FSAW), which was established in 1954. FSAW was made up of a variety of different women’s organizations, including the African National Congress Women’s League (ANCWL), the Congress of Democrats (COD), the South African Coloured People’s Organisation (SACPO), and the South African Indian Congress (SAIC). FSAW was a major force in the struggle against apartheid, and was instrumental in organizing the 1956 Women’s March against Pass Laws. FSAW also advocated for the rights of women and children, and published a magazine to educate women on the issues of the day.
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Women were also active in the Black Consciousness Movement, which was established in the 1970s. The Black Consciousness Movement was a political and philosophical movement that sought to empower black people and combat racism. Women were integral to the movement, and they formed organizations such as the Black Women’s Federation and the Black Women’s Alliance.
South African Women’s Contributions to Civil Resistance in the Mid-20th Century
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রবীন্দ্রনাথ ঠাকুর (Part-1)
Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) poet, musician, fiction writer, dramatist, painter, essayist, philosopher, educationist and social reformer. His talent as a poet is recognized worldwide. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1913. He is the first among the learned and distinguished people of Asia to win this award.
It is possible to understand the nature of Rabindranath's poetry and literary works in the context of his entire life. His philosophy of life and literary philosophy has changed over the course of his life. Rabindranath absorbed all the transformations that have taken place in the world in literature, culture, civilization, philosophy and science through the ages through deep practice, constant observation and world tour. Therefore, the constant change of subject and style at different stages of his literary career is noticeable. These experiments resulted in his numerous poems, songs, short stories, novels, essays, plays, ballads, dance plays, travelogues, letters and lectures delivered at home and abroad. Rabindranath's inner sense of life was stable and steadfast in his ideals despite many changes; His creative style, on the other hand, was fluid and variable. Rabindranath is not only the poet of his time, he is timeless. His appearance was a turning point in the history of Bengali poetry.
Rabindranath Tagore was born on May 7, 1861 (25 Baisakh of 1268 Bangabd) in Jorasanko, Calcutta, to an aristocratic Tagore family. His father was Maharshi Devendranath Tagore and grandfather was Prince Dwarkanath Tagore. The ancestors of this family came to Calcutta from East Bengal (present day Bangladesh) for business purposes. Due to the efforts of Dwarkanath Tagore, the zamindari and wealth of this clan increased. Raised in English education and culture and established himself, Dwarkanath achieved success in business as well as philanthropy. The role of Jorasanko's Tagore family in the 19th century Bengali renaissance and religious and social reform movements is particularly memorable. Rammohan Roy, one of the social reformers and proponent of monotheism of this era, was a close friend of Dwarkanath. Rammohan Roy's ideals exerted an incalculable influence on Dwarkanath, his son Devendranath and his daughter-in-law Rabindranath.
Devendranath Tagore, the father of Rabindranath Tagore, the patriarch of the reawakened Bengali society, was educated at the Hindu College. While Dwarkanath was engaged in business and managing the estate, his son Devendranath passed on spiritual consciousness. In Ishwar-Bakulta he became absorbed in European and Indian philosophies. Finally, through the practice of the Upanishads, his soul is settled and self-confidence awakens in him in the realization of one pure truth. This characteristic of Devendranath attracted his son Rabindranath. His father's influence on his entire psyche and practical life was profound. In his father, Rabindranath saw an ideal man, one who was devoted to worldly matters but dispassionate, a strong rationalist but kind-hearted.
Devendranath was unique in integrity, piety, sage character and generous nobility. Devendranath's influence on Rabindranath's entire life and literary pursuits was extensive. In that era, Jorasanko's Tagore family was one of the cradles of literature and culture, free thinking and progressive thought. On the one hand, Devendranath's religious practice and his family's patriotism, the sophisticated atmosphere of music-literature and art practices, on the other hand, various changes in the country brought deep significance to Rabindranath's life.
Rabindranath was the fourteenth child of Devendranath Tagore. Nothing much is known about his mother Sarada Devi. Rabindranath's elder brother Dwijendranath Tagore was a philosopher and poet, his elder brother Satyendranath Tagore was the first Indian ICS; Another brother Jyotirindranath Tagore was a musician and dramatist and among the sisters Swarnakumari Devi became famous as a novelist. The environment of Thakurbari was full of music, literature and drama. Not only that, their contact with the outside world was also close. In those large families, boys were brought up with care under the supervision of servants. Rabindranath wrote a wonderful memoir of his childhood in Jibansmriti. That palatial house in Calcutta had ponds, gardens and many other mysterious places. It was not possible for the boy Rabindranath Tagore to go far away, avoiding the rule of the servants. So his childish mind was filled with strange imaginations of the vast world outside. This desire of childhood is embodied in various ways in later life's poetry, songs and foreign travel.
Rabindranath Tagore's formal education began at the Oriental Seminary in Calcutta. Later he studied at Vidyasagar Normal School for several years. There the foundation of his Bengali education was created. He was finally admitted to St. Xavier's. But his schooling was stopped due to irregular attendance. However, studying at home continued. A significant event in Rabindranath Tagore's life was his trip to the Himalayas with his father in 1873. On the way, they spent some time at Santiniketan established by Maharishi. That first poet stepped outside the city into the great arena of nature. Gaining the loving presence of his father during this journey is an important chapter in Rabindra's life. He was overwhelmed by the ideal of his father's extraordinary personality. He studied Sanskrit with his father in a secluded home in the Himalayas. In the evening, Maharishi would introduce him to the constellations in the sky. In this way, the poet became closely acquainted with Maharishi's love of nature and sense of beauty.
After returning from the Himalayas, Rabindranath suddenly stepped into youth from childhood. From then on, his education and literary practice were largely unhindered. At that time, he had to study Sanskrit, English literature, physics, mathematics, history, geography, natural science etc. from the tutor. Along with this, drawing, music education and gymnastics continued. Even though he stopped going to regular school, the poet's literary practice continued. Rabindranath's first printed poem 'Avilash' was published in Tattvabodhini magazine in the month of Agrahayana 1281 (1874) (some say the first poem 'Bharatbhumi' was published in Bangdarshan magazine in 1874). His second published poem was 'Prakritir Khed' (1875). He read these two poems at Thakurbari Vidwajjan meeting. It should be noted that in early 1874, Thakurbari sages organized a literary gathering called 'Bidwajjan Samagam' by inviting scholars including poets, writers, newspaper editors of Bangladesh. Dwijendranath, Satyendranath and Jyotirindranath were the initiators of the Sammilani.
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Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) poet, musician, fiction writer, dramatist, painter, essayist, philosopher, educationist and social reformer. His talent as a poet is recognized worldwide. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1913. He is the first among the learned and distinguished people of Asia to win this award.
It is possible to understand the nature of Rabindranath's poetry and literary works in the context of his entire life. His philosophy of life and literary philosophy has changed over the course of his life. Rabindranath absorbed all the transformations that have taken place in the world in literature, culture, civilization, philosophy and science through the ages through deep practice, constant observation and world tour. Therefore, the constant change of subject and style at different stages of his literary career is noticeable. These experiments resulted in his numerous poems, songs, short stories, novels, essays, plays, ballads, dance plays, travelogues, letters and lectures delivered at home and abroad. Rabindranath's inner sense of life was stable and steadfast in his ideals despite many changes; His creative style, on the other hand, was fluid and variable. Rabindranath is not only the poet of his time, he is timeless. His appearance was a turning point in the history of Bengali poetry.
Rabindranath Tagore was born on May 7, 1861 (25 Baisakh of 1268 Bangabd) in Jorasanko, Calcutta, to an aristocratic Tagore family. His father was Maharshi Devendranath Tagore and grandfather was Prince Dwarkanath Tagore. The ancestors of this family came to Calcutta from East Bengal (present day Bangladesh) for business purposes. Due to the efforts of Dwarkanath Tagore, the zamindari and wealth of this clan increased. Raised in English education and culture and established himself, Dwarkanath achieved success in business as well as philanthropy. The role of Jorasanko's Tagore family in the 19th century Bengali renaissance and religious and social reform movements is particularly memorable. Rammohan Roy, one of the social reformers and proponent of monotheism of this era, was a close friend of Dwarkanath. Rammohan Roy's ideals exerted an incalculable influence on Dwarkanath, his son Devendranath and his daughter-in-law Rabindranath.
Devendranath Tagore, the father of Rabindranath Tagore, the patriarch of the reawakened Bengali society, was educated at the Hindu College. While Dwarkanath was engaged in business and managing the estate, his son Devendranath passed on spiritual consciousness. In Ishwar-Bakulta he became absorbed in European and Indian philosophies. Finally, through the practice of the Upanishads, his soul is settled and self-confidence awakens in him in the realization of one pure truth. This characteristic of Devendranath attracted his son Rabindranath. His father's influence on his entire psyche and practical life was profound. In his father, Rabindranath saw an ideal man, one who was devoted to worldly matters but dispassionate, a strong rationalist but kind-hearted.
Devendranath was unique in integrity, piety, sage character and generous nobility. Devendranath's influence on Rabindranath's entire life and literary pursuits was extensive. In that era, Jorasanko's Tagore family was one of the cradles of literature and culture, free thinking and progressive thought. On the one hand, Devendranath's religious practice and his family's patriotism, the sophisticated atmosphere of music-literature and art practices, on the other hand, various changes in the country brought deep significance to Rabindranath's life.
Rabindranath was the fourteenth child of Devendranath Tagore. Nothing much is known about his mother Sarada Devi. Rabindranath's elder brother Dwijendranath Tagore was a philosopher and poet, his elder brother Satyendranath Tagore was the first Indian ICS; Another brother Jyotirindranath Tagore was a musician and dramatist and among the sisters Swarnakumari Devi became famous as a novelist. The environment of Thakurbari was full of music, literature and drama. Not only that, their contact with the outside world was also close. In those large families, boys were brought up with care under the supervision of servants. Rabindranath wrote a wonderful memoir of his childhood in Jibansmriti. That palatial house in Calcutta had ponds, gardens and many other mysterious places. It was not possible for the boy Rabindranath Tagore to go far away, avoiding the rule of the servants. So his childish mind was filled with strange imaginations of the vast world outside. This desire of childhood is embodied in various ways in later life's poetry, songs and foreign travel.
Rabindranath Tagore's formal education began at the Oriental Seminary in Calcutta. Later he studied at Vidyasagar Normal School for several years. There the foundation of his Bengali education was created. He was finally admitted to St. Xavier's. But his schooling was stopped due to irregular attendance. However, studying at home continued. A significant event in Rabindranath Tagore's life was his trip to the Himalayas with his father in 1873. On the way, they spent some time at Santiniketan established by Maharishi. That first poet stepped outside the city into the great arena of nature. Gaining the loving presence of his father during this journey is an important chapter in Rabindra's life. He was overwhelmed by the ideal of his father's extraordinary personality. He studied Sanskrit with his father in a secluded home in the Himalayas. In the evening, Maharishi would introduce him to the constellations in the sky. In this way, the poet became closely acquainted with Maharishi's love of nature and sense of beauty.
After returning from the Himalayas, Rabindranath suddenly stepped into youth from childhood. From then on, his education and literary practice were largely unhindered. At that time, he had to study Sanskrit, English literature, physics, mathematics, history, geography, natural science etc. from the tutor. Along with this, drawing, music education and gymnastics continued. Even though he stopped going to regular school, the poet's literary practice continued. Rabindranath's first printed poem 'Avilash' was published in Tattvabodhini magazine in the month of Agrahayana 1281 (1874) (some say the first poem 'Bharatbhumi' was published in Bangdarshan magazine in 1874). His second published poem was 'Prakritir Khed' (1875). He read these two poems at Thakurbari Vidwajjan meeting. It should be noted that in early 1874, Thakurbari sages organized a literary gathering called 'Bidwajjan Samagam' by inviting scholars including poets, writers, newspaper editors of Bangladesh. Dwijendranath, Satyendranath and Jyotirindranath were the initiators of the Sammilani.
At that time Rabindranath kept himself engaged in studies. Literary practice also goes on at the same time. His Banphool and Kavi-Kahini (1878) continued to appear in Gyanankur and Pratibimb magazines and Bharti magazine. Bharti Patrika was published from Thakurbari under the editorship of Dwijendranath Tagore. Rabindranath was ranked with the famous writers of the time in Gnanankur Sahitya Patra. One of the reasons for this is his poem 'Gift of Hindu Mela' read at Hindu Mela. The Hindu Mela was introduced in favor of the patriotism that developed easily in Devendranath's family. The Hindu Mela is particularly memorable in the history of the discovery and development of Bengali national consciousness | 1,747 | ENGLISH | 1 |
Abraham and Noah are two of the most prominent figures in the Bible. They are both considered patriarchs of the Israelites and the Arabs, as well as examples of faith and obedience to God. But how are they related to each other? In this article, we will explore the biblical genealogy of Abraham and Noah, and see how they are connected through their common ancestor, Shem.
The Descendants of Shem
Shem was one of the three sons of Noah, who survived the great flood with their wives on the ark. According to Genesis 10, Shem had five sons: Elam, Asshur, Arphaxad, Lud and Aram. These sons became the ancestors of various nations and peoples in the ancient Near East, such as the Elamites, Assyrians, Arameans and others.
The Bible traces the lineage of Abraham through Arphaxad, who was the third son of Shem. Arphaxad had a son named Shelah, who had a son named Eber. Eber had two sons: Peleg and Joktan. Peleg had a son named Reu, who had a son named Serug. Serug had a son named Nahor, who had a son named Terah. Terah had three sons: Abram (later renamed Abraham), Nahor and Haran.
The Family of Terah
Terah lived in Ur of the Chaldeans, a city in Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq). He married an unnamed woman, who bore him three sons: Abram, Nahor and Haran. Haran had a son named Lot, and two daughters named Milcah and Iscah. Haran died in Ur before his father Terah.
Terah also took another wife, whose name was Sarai (later renamed Sarah). Sarai was barren and had no children. According to Genesis 20:12, Sarai was also Terah’s daughter by another wife, making her Abram’s half-sister.
Terah decided to leave Ur and go to the land of Canaan with his family. He took Abram, Sarai, Lot and all their possessions and servants. They traveled as far as Haran, a city in northern Mesopotamia (modern-day Turkey), where they settled for a while.
The Call of Abraham
While Terah was still alive in Haran, God appeared to Abram and made a covenant with him. God promised to make Abram a great nation, to bless him and make his name great, to give him the land of Canaan as an inheritance, and to bless all the families of the earth through him. God also commanded Abram to leave his father’s house and go to the land that he would show him.
Abram obeyed God and left Haran with his wife Sarai, his nephew Lot and all their possessions and servants. He was 75 years old when he departed from Haran. He traveled through Canaan and built altars to worship God at various places.
The Sons of Abraham
Abram and Sarai faced many challenges and difficulties in their journey of faith. They encountered famines, wars, kings, plagues and conflicts. They also struggled with infertility for many years. God repeatedly reaffirmed his promise to give Abram a son and heir, but Abram and Sarai grew impatient and doubtful.
When Abram was 86 years old, Sarai suggested that he should take her Egyptian maid Hagar as a concubine and have a child by her. Abram agreed to this plan and Hagar conceived a son by him. Hagar named her son Ishmael, meaning “God hears”. Ishmael became the father of the Ishmaelites or Arabs.
When Abram was 99 years old, God appeared to him again and changed his name to Abraham, meaning “father of many nations”. God also changed Sarai’s name to Sarah, meaning “princess”. God renewed his covenant with Abraham and gave him the sign of circumcision as a mark of his people. God also promised to give Abraham a son by Sarah within a year.
As God had said, Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham when he was 100 years old. Abraham named his son Isaac, meaning “laughter”. Isaac became the father of the Israelites or Jews.
Abraham was related to Noah through his son Shem. Abraham was the tenth generation from Noah through Shem’s line. Abraham was also related to Noah through his wife Sarah, who was his half-sister by another wife of Terah.
Abraham was the father of two great nations: the Israelites through Isaac and the Arabs through Ishmael. Both nations claim Abraham as their ancestor and honor him as a prophet.
Abraham is also revered by Christians as the father of faith and the friend of God. He is an example of obedience, trust and hope in God’s promises.
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The Descendants of Shem
Shem was one of the three sons of Noah, who survived the great flood with their wives on the ark. According to Genesis 10, Shem had five sons: Elam, Asshur, Arphaxad, Lud and Aram. These sons became the ancestors of various nations and peoples in the ancient Near East, such as the Elamites, Assyrians, Arameans and others.
The Bible traces the lineage of Abraham through Arphaxad, who was the third son of Shem. Arphaxad had a son named Shelah, who had a son named Eber. Eber had two sons: Peleg and Joktan. Peleg had a son named Reu, who had a son named Serug. Serug had a son named Nahor, who had a son named Terah. Terah had three sons: Abram (later renamed Abraham), Nahor and Haran.
The Family of Terah
Terah lived in Ur of the Chaldeans, a city in Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq). He married an unnamed woman, who bore him three sons: Abram, Nahor and Haran. Haran had a son named Lot, and two daughters named Milcah and Iscah. Haran died in Ur before his father Terah.
Terah also took another wife, whose name was Sarai (later renamed Sarah). Sarai was barren and had no children. According to Genesis 20:12, Sarai was also Terah’s daughter by another wife, making her Abram’s half-sister.
Terah decided to leave Ur and go to the land of Canaan with his family. He took Abram, Sarai, Lot and all their possessions and servants. They traveled as far as Haran, a city in northern Mesopotamia (modern-day Turkey), where they settled for a while.
The Call of Abraham
While Terah was still alive in Haran, God appeared to Abram and made a covenant with him. God promised to make Abram a great nation, to bless him and make his name great, to give him the land of Canaan as an inheritance, and to bless all the families of the earth through him. God also commanded Abram to leave his father’s house and go to the land that he would show him.
Abram obeyed God and left Haran with his wife Sarai, his nephew Lot and all their possessions and servants. He was 75 years old when he departed from Haran. He traveled through Canaan and built altars to worship God at various places.
The Sons of Abraham
Abram and Sarai faced many challenges and difficulties in their journey of faith. They encountered famines, wars, kings, plagues and conflicts. They also struggled with infertility for many years. God repeatedly reaffirmed his promise to give Abram a son and heir, but Abram and Sarai grew impatient and doubtful.
When Abram was 86 years old, Sarai suggested that he should take her Egyptian maid Hagar as a concubine and have a child by her. Abram agreed to this plan and Hagar conceived a son by him. Hagar named her son Ishmael, meaning “God hears”. Ishmael became the father of the Ishmaelites or Arabs.
When Abram was 99 years old, God appeared to him again and changed his name to Abraham, meaning “father of many nations”. God also changed Sarai’s name to Sarah, meaning “princess”. God renewed his covenant with Abraham and gave him the sign of circumcision as a mark of his people. God also promised to give Abraham a son by Sarah within a year.
As God had said, Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham when he was 100 years old. Abraham named his son Isaac, meaning “laughter”. Isaac became the father of the Israelites or Jews.
Abraham was related to Noah through his son Shem. Abraham was the tenth generation from Noah through Shem’s line. Abraham was also related to Noah through his wife Sarah, who was his half-sister by another wife of Terah.
Abraham was the father of two great nations: the Israelites through Isaac and the Arabs through Ishmael. Both nations claim Abraham as their ancestor and honor him as a prophet.
Abraham is also revered by Christians as the father of faith and the friend of God. He is an example of obedience, trust and hope in God’s promises.
According to the Bible, Abraham and Noah are related to each other and to us. They are part of God’s plan to bless the world through his chosen people. They are also part of our spiritual family, as we share the same faith in the same God. | 1,056 | ENGLISH | 1 |
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