The Wilmington Massacre of 1898: A Dark Chapter in American History and Its Lessons for Today
The Wilmington Massacre of 1898 is a dark and often overlooked episode in American history that exemplifies the destructive power of racial hatred and political manipulation. This horrific event not only reshaped the city of Wilmington, North Carolina, but also had long-term effects on race relations and politics in the United States. By understanding what […]
Augusto Pinochet and the possibility of something similar happening in the United States
General Augusto Pinochet’s regime in Chile (1973-1990) is notorious for its brutal methods of capturing, torturing, and silencing political opponents. After the military coup (with the help of the CIA ) on September 11, 1973, which ousted the democratically elected President Salvador Allende, Pinochet’s government implemented a series of strategies and tactics to identify, capture, […]
My notes from Moroni and the Swastika
D. Micheal Quinn journeyed from California to Texas for his exams. (xiv) Max Resche risked his life helping people escape Nazi Germany. His story is often untold. (3) Mormon scholars and amateur historians tread lightly on relationship between coreligionists and government of Nazi Germany. Reschke diverged from Church’s methodology for dealing with Hitler’s govt., but […]
Nero
Emperor Nero (37–68 AD) is remembered for his notorious rule over the Roman Empire, with a reputation colored by tyranny, cruelty, and self-indulgence. Historians debate the accuracy of certain aspects of his legacy, but several widely attributed traits of Nero represent characteristics that can have destructive effects on leadership, relationships, and society as a whole. […]
Analyzing part of James Loewen’s book Lies My Teacher Told me
Let me start by saying that I appreciate the work of James Loewen. His book Lies My Teacher Told Me has been deeply impactful in shaping my world view and understanding of politics. With that being said, I want to critique part of his book. On pg. 199 of the Young Readers Edition of Lies […]
The Bush Administration and the weakening of the United Nations
The presidency of George W. Bush (2001-2009), impacted the United Nations (UN) by fostering both criticism of and weakening support for the organization. This resulted mainly from the administration’s decisions surrounding the Iraq War, as well as its general stance toward multilateral institutions. Today many U.S. leaders do exactly what they want without getting permission […]
Key causes of the American Revolution
The American Revolution happened because the American colonies wanted to be free from British rule. Here are some key causes: These events helped unite the colonies and led them to declare independence from Britain in 1776. The American Revolution eventually won them freedom and the chance to build their own country.
Bombing of Dresden
he bombing of Dresden was one of the most controversial air raids of World War II. It took place from February 13 to 15, 1945, when Allied forces, primarily the British Royal Air Force (RAF) and the U.S. Army Air Forces (USAAF), launched a massive attack on the city of Dresden, Germany. Key Details: The […]
Social Classes of early Colonial Americans
In early Colonial America, there were several social classes: Here’s what daily life was like for each social class in early Colonial America:
Frederick Douglass – Responsibility
From Bill of Rights Institute – adopted for a 5th grade reading level Adapted to a 5th grade reading level Narrative When Frederick Douglass was 20 years old, he made a daring escape to freedom by boarding a train heading north. This was a big deal because two years earlier, his first escape attempt had […]