...‘Germany experienced a period of political calm, economic development and social progress in the mid-1920s? How far do you agree with this judgement? (30 marks) It is argued by many historians that Germany experience a period of political calm, economic development and social progress in the mid 1920s for a variety of reasons. There is evidence to support the claim that the economy developed in the mid 1920s, due to the fact that there was significant monetary stability and a growth in available capital. Furthermore, one can argue that social progression was achieved, as a result of the improvement in housing and public health and the development of a Weimar culture. Moreover, it can be argued that political stability was maintained in this period due to the outcome of the 1924 May elections, the Dawes plan and the election of Hindenburg as President. However, while this is true, it is important to remember that there is also sufficient evidence to support the view that Germany did not experience a period of political calm, economic development and social progress as economic instability contributed to the deterioration in social development, as the economic discord between employers and labourers resulted in polarisation. Moreover, the extent of social development in terms of the role of women, youths and the development of the constitution is highly debatable. Additionally, it can be argued that political stability was weakened due to the Young Plan, the 1928 May election...
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...Giulio Grassi 01/15/2015 P. 6^ The Roaring 1920s World War I which was known as a war that ended all the other wars and as the Great War finally came to an end in 1918 changing life in many countries, it had devastating effects on Europe. The Great War demolished the Austria-Hungary Empire and the Russian Empire. New states were established out of these former empires. However, the effects of the war were also felt across the Atlantic Ocean in America. Due to the war industry in the USA grew, the women’s movement progressed, and the government adopted new diplomatic policies. The Great War affected all areas of life in America, and continued to have its effect for many years to come. The decade that came right after was called “The roaring 1920s”. It was a time where Americans were living the American dream. Was the first time in American history that people could afford to buy in abundance and buy anything they pleased. The roaring 1920’s was effected by many inventions and a new life that Americans were adapting to. The introduction of cars, planes, Sports and Prohibition effected the 1920s. Americans were learning how to live their lives. One of the biggest changes probably also the one the influenced the most all the Americans were the new forms of transportation. After the World War I all the industries in America started to grow back slowly, some of those were starting to build the things that would revolutionize the life of all the Americans this...
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...Q1(a) DECISION VARIABLES Let x1= number of jars of chow-chow relish to produce Let x2 = number of jars of tomato relish to produce OBJECTIVE FUNCTION Zmax=$2.25x1 + $1.95x2 Subject to 8x1 + 6x2 ≤ 1920 ounces…………………Cabbage constraint 3x1 + 6x2 ≤ 1440 ounces…………………Tomato constraint 3x1 + 2x2 ≤ 720 ounces…………………..Onion constraint X1 + x2 ≤ 288 jars………………………...Total Production constraint X1,x2 ≥ 0………………………………… non-negativity | | CONSTRAINTS | ounces | | | CABBAGE | TOMATO | ONIONS | PROFIT $ | RESOURCES | | | | | CHOW-CHOW | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2.25 | TOMATO | 6 | 6 | 2 | 1.95 | AVAILABLE | 1920 | 1440 | 720 | | Q1(b) Using the graph, 8x1 + 6x2 = 1920 ounces…………………………. (1) 3x1 + 6x2 = 1440 ounces…………………………. (2) 3x1 + 2x2 = 720 ounces…………………………… (3) X1 + x2 =288 jars…………………………………….. (4) If x1 in equation (1) =0, then 8(0) + 6x2 =1920 6x2=1920 X2=1920/6 X2=320 (0, 320) If x2 in equation (1) =0, then 8x1 + 6(0) = 1920 X1=1920/8 X1=240 (240, 0) If x1 in equation (2) =0, then 3(0) + 6x2 = 1440 6x2 = 1440 X2 = 1440/6 X2 = 240 (0, 240) If x2 in equation (2) = 0, then 3x1 + 6(0) = 1440 3x1 = 1440 X1 = 1440/3 X1= 480 (480, 0) If x1 in equation (3) =0, then 3(0) + 2x2 = 720 2x2 =720 X2=720/2 X2=360 (0, 360) If x2 in equation (3) =0, then 3x1 + 2(0) =720 3x1 = 720 X1 =720 3 X1 = 240 (240, 0) If x1 in equation (4) = 0, then X2=288 (0, 288) If x2 in equation (4) = 0, then X1 = 288 (288...
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...The 1920s and 1930s was a decade of change in Amerike.1920's were a time of wealth and luxury, while the 1930s were more sober as the economy sank. Every decade has its own specific style of fashion, however, no matter how good or bad the times were. Both day and evening fashion for women and men reflected society's attitude towards the economy and the perception of the evolution of society Short hair stands throughout the decade. Women who keep their long locks pulled back at the nape of his neck in a chignon. Boy-like figure was the desired shape, and dropped waist hip. Hemlines gradually approached the mid of 1920's, when the famous "flapper" look became popular, the scars went down again, with jagged scars favored. Long necklaces - in particular, strings of pearls - were accessories of choice, and a tan or flesh colored stockings were popular. Red lips, dark eyes, skin and powdered finished 1920s feminine look. The most popular mod for working men in 1920 was a suit. This style has been immortalized in various characters, from Al Capone to F. Scott Fitzgerald. Men's fashion in the 1920s was heavily influenced by athletes and other famous people. Men generally want to look younger and more athletic and performs graceful white shirts under their suits. Hats, such as driving caps and hats were popular. Short fat ties worn for everyday looks, while the bow ties were popular for evening wear. During the 1930, more feminine style returned to form, emphasizing the chest, hips...
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...that could be heard during the 1920s. The Jazz Age incorporated more than just jazz, with blues booming, ballads and ragtime filling the air, and show tunes enrapturing audiences on and off the stage, the 1920s were alive with all kinds of music. The 1920s brought significant changes to music in America with new musicians, styles, and innovations, all of which would influence music around the world for years to come. Jazz music was a significant source of music in the 1920s, a style which originated in New Orleans and had spread throughout the country by the 1920s. Large cities such as Chicago, and New York City become epicenters for jazz music. People of all backgrounds embraced the music which would become synonymous with the time period becoming known as the Jazz Age, named by author F. Scott Fitzgerald (Bruccoli ix). Jazz music was characterized mainly by syncopation and improvisation along with techniques to alter the sound of instruments such as mutes and slides, and the overall swing feel of the music (Tyle). An abundance of jazz musicians became well known for their various techniques, styles, and the instruments they played. Louis Armstrong was one of the most influential jazz Bellingeri 2 musicians of the 1920s. Hailing from New Orleans, the hub of jazz music, he would become a legacy for the Jazz Age with his trumpet and voice bringing jazz to life. Leon “Bix” Beiderbecke was another great trumpeter and jazz musician of the 1920s. He never learned to read music...
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...that changed American society. Sports grew in popularity and many men and women went to local stadiums to watch their favorite players compete. There were many athletes who were revered during this time and a depiction of the age wouldn’t be complete without them. Babe Ruth (1927) Babe Ruth was the most popular baseball player in the 1920s and people gathered in large crowds just to see him play. He set a new record in 1927 by hitting 60 home runs and won...
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...Nancy Foner compares two distinct waves of immigration to New York, from 1880 to 1920 and from 1965 to present, to illustrate how immigrants have impacted the city across time. In her comparative studies of New York immigration patterns, she highlights certain trends that immigrants have shaped throughout these two eras. For centuries, immigrants have dynamically enriched the city’s multicultural landscape and developed its commercial and industrial infrastructures. Yet, although mobility has increased for recent female arrivals of color, they still face a domestic confinement that their predecessors endured between 1880 and 1920, and immigrant marginalization continues on the basis of gender. Although immigrant women of color continue to face gender subordination as they gain econo-physical mobility, Foner argues that many immigrants have thrived while driving New York’s economic and cultural growth. Recently-arrived professionals revitalize its economy and geographically-diverse newcomers continue to embellish its cultural traditions by forming network-based ethnic enclaves, progressively making the city a more welcoming and prosperous immigrant destination....
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...The 1920’s were a time of great political and social change. One of the events that shaped the 1920s and the years to come was Prohibition. Prohibition was a period where the manufacturing, transportation, and sale of intoxicating liquors was banned. January 16, 1919 the bill was passed and became the 18th Amendment to the United States Constitution. The law took effect on January 17, 1920, along with it came many negative societal effects. Gang violence, bootlegging, and dangerous protesting broke out. Many of these events were under the control of Al Capone, the most powerful gangster in Chicago. Through all of the bad, some good still came out of Prohibition. Things such as health benefits, prevention of addiction to alcohol, and saving...
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...The 1920’s is a very important time in American History. No decade saw as much change in regards to the role of women in society as the roaring twenties. Men and women each have a unique role in society, and likewise also share many roles equally. Up until this point in American History women were oppressed by a male dominated society and intern were not given the rights, respect, and freedom they deserved. The 1920’s marked the beginning of a great event in which women began stepping up and having a voice. It was a time of liberation for most women. One part of this liberation included the Flapper lifestyle. This lifestyle, not only helped change the role of women outside of the home, but also affected the female influence in politics. The Flapper Lifestyle was a trend that took America by...
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...needs to become dictator was successful. With such radical ideas, it would be less likely they would come to power during these present times, but of course we learn from the past so we may not repeat the mistakes from prior experiences. But why did so many Germans and Italians supported radical dictators that would eventually lead the world to another war? The revolutionary movement after the First World War increasingly grew in Milan, where many far left-wing politicians expressed extreme socialist ideas in revolt of how the current state of Italy. Mussolini knew this movement was what he needed in order to win the public over. Unfortunately the 1919 election only captured two percent of the vote for Mussolini and his Fascist Party. By 1920, socialist revolts and uprising gave the Fascist party another opportunity to gain the public’s trust and support by showing Fascist willingness and cooperation in resolving socialist problems. Mussolini knew the method to gain power and support was to appeal to the public and assist them in dealing with the socialist. The attack on socialist workers attracted many conservatives. Eventually Mussolini’s left views...
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...A woman's role in the 1920’s was to act subordinate towards dominant men. Smoking, drinking, and flirting were the characteristics of women of this time. Feeling powerless to change their lives, women of the 1920’s did not strive to find happiness. Jordan, Myrtle, and Daisy, although unhappy with their lives, do not strive to find happiness by making a change.In The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, each of the main female characters is portrayed as a miserable figure who do not have the power to change their lives. Jordan, a cynical professional golfer, struggles to succeed in a world filled with male dominance. Jordan is in a male dominated profession due to the fact that most sports professionals in the 1920’s were dominated by men....
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...Mount Mercy University The New Era Justine Nurre HI 115 Edy Parsons March 13, 2015 In the 1920’s America economy grew greatly. The output from the nation’s manufacturing rose by greater than 60%, inflation was minor and the per capita income grew by a third. These happened because several things like technology. Technology was the most important development in which it helped develop the assembly line. This in turn led to automobiles becoming the most important industries in the nation. Automobiles made it possible for suburban housing and that led to a boom in the construction industry. Another technological gadget that contributed to the economic growth was the radio. The first radios could only send little broadcasts through pulses, but because of the discovery of the theory of modulation the radio was able to transmit music and speech. Many people started to build their own radios to save cost and it allowed owners to stay in contact with one another. Even though the economy was doing so well in 1929, more than two-thirds of Americans lived in conditions that were described as “minimum comfort level.” Half of those Americans were either at or below what was described as “subsistence and poverty.” During the 1920’s, Americans were able to experience successes and failures. Some workers started to see their standard of living begin to increase and others saw techniques that were known as “welfare capitalism.” Welfare capitalism workers still saw...
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...The John Brown Article states, “Brown’s life presents his commitment to racial equality...” (Mintz). This relates back to Curley because he thought like John Brown had. Curley did not like murder, he saw it as a very bad thing anyone could do. So he set out on his own time to chase down who did it, in this case Lennie. “‘I know who done it,’” he cried. “‘That big son-of-a-bitch done it. I know he done it. Why-ever’body else was out there playin’ horseshoes.’” He worked himself into a fury. “‘I’m gonna get him. I’m going for my shotgun. I’ll kill the big-son-of-a-bitch myself. I’ll shoot ‘im in the guts,’”...” (Steinback 97). Steinback uses his text to show that Curley had that vigilante spirit, like back in the 1920’s. He thought murder was wrong so he was going to take care of the problem at...
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...Making a New Deal Book Review What was the overall argument of the book? How well did the author use evidence and logic to support this argument? In Making a New Deal, Lizabeth Cohen describes the transformation of Chicago workers from the early 1919 to the mid-1930s. She aims to show the significance of how industrial workers became “effective as national political participants in the mid-1930s, after having sustained defeats in 1919 and having refrained from unionism and national politics during the 1920s.”1 Her argument is built on the idea that a "successful...strike in the future would require a work force more capable of coordinating on a national level and more unified ethnically and racially."2 To effectively show this metamorphosis, Cohen focuses on the influence of Chicago communities, neighborhood businesses, and welfare capitalism. Cohen is clear and systematic in her evidence of how each point contributed to the Chicago workers’ change over time. She begins by setting the scene for workers in 1919. By that time, workers had carried out countless failed strikes in the hopes of altering the industrial workplace. The main reason for these failures was that workers were unable to effectively unionize at the time due to a vast percentage of the workforce being foreign born.3 Cohen details the various ethnic communities of Chicago and describes the alliances within each neighborhood. The sense of community created in each neighborhood acted as a support system...
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