...The first moment of progress is women at work. Women being able to work during the war and after was a monumental step toward gender equality. Allowing women to go work showed that they were able to complete the same task with equal efficiency. It is significant because women began to consistently work after that point and continue to today. The second moment of progress is the battle of the Somme. This battle proved that Canadians were an effective force in the war. They gained training for the battle of Vimy Ridge, and were a feared opponent after showing their stripes at the Somme. This was significant because Canada progressed towards independence from Britain by showing their military was a forceful unit. The third event is the battle...
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...Enlightenment helped inspire Latin American independence from colonial domination driven by social structure, a very important event among Latin American cultures in regards to quality of life and equality. During this time, the Napoleon invasion of Spain helped ignite a wide spread revolt. Latin American leaders saw an opportunity to reject foreign dominance and to demand independence from colonial rule. Although Latin America was inspired as a whole, the countries of Haiti and Mexico were greatly influenced by the movement. Haiti had over a half million enslaved Africans working on sugar plantations owned by the French. Sugar was a hugely profitable cash crop at the time; however, plantation owners would not improve the poor working conditions for slaves. In the late 1700s, a group of about 100,000 slaves revolted and soon a man named Toussaint L’Ouverture became their leader. During the early 1800s, L'Ouverture was sent to a French prison where he eventually died. During his time in prison, Haiti refused to quit its revolt and soon gained Independence in 1804. Without the ideas of the Enlightenment, the independence of Haiti might not have been fueled as strongly or even achieved. Around this time in Mexico, the independence movement was being led by the mestizos. Padre Miguel and Father Miguel Hidalgo, inspired by the ideas of the Enlightenment, called for a rebellion and moved toward Mexico City. Although very inspired by a number of events, they were defeated by the...
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...empire in India. There are many factors that led to the change of Britain’s relationship with its empire in the period 1845-1947. Such as the influence of key individuals including Gandhi, Jinnah and Nehru. The effects of both the First and Second World War on Britain which included its political situation and economy which was in turmoil due to the war. International pressure from countries such as the US whom Britain became reliant on during and after WW2. The consequences of key events such as the Indian mutiny and the Amritsar massacre which both brought about new policies and changed the way the country was governed. Nationalism was the most important factor in the period 1845-1947 in changing Britain’s relationship with its empire in India, as some of the factors listed above such as the Indian mutiny, and the support of key individuals were a result of nationalism. The Indian mutiny was very significant in changing Britain’s relationship with its empire in India in the period 1845-1947 to a great extent. Nationalism was the leading cause behind the mutiny as the British failed to realise the importance of Indian culture and religion. The mutiny was one of the first notable events that lead to a change in the relationship of Britain and India as it brought about great change in the way India was governed. The mutiny was caused due to ‘…political grievance and religious fears.’The British planned to annex princely states which led to many people losing jobs. Leading to the...
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...Throughout hundreds of years, America has gone through many important events that have changed how America is ran and how Americans live. Some changes are more important than others, but they have all shaped how America is today. Whether it be war, inventions, or presidents, they have all changed America into what it is. Three events that have changed America between 1776 and 1870 are independence from Great Britain, The Civil War, and the election of Abraham Lincoln. Independence from Great Britain started with a book. Common Sense was written by Thomas Paine in January 1776. It was the first document to openly discuss independence from Britain. Thomas Paine argued that people in the colonies deserved an egalitarian government, meaning they are equal and deserved rights. This started an uproar in the colonies. So congress began to discuss independence. The Declaration of Independence was written by Thomas Jefferson and was ratified on July 4, 1776. This document announced the independence from Britain and began the newly independent America....
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...Continental Congress, which sent their grievances to the king, but also attempted to assure him of their loyalty. When their grievances were ignored, the second Continental Congress decided the time for independence had come, and tasked Thomas Jefferson to write the Declaration of Independence, stating their reasons for war. The most significant of the reasons for war as detailed in the Declaration of Independence were the institution of unjust taxes and the quartering of British troops in the colonies. Up until around the year 1763, the colonies had taxed themselves, by the means of representatives for each colony. Having become accustomed to this system for well over a hundred years, they saw no reason to change it. However, following the great expenses of the French and Indian war, the New Duties act was passed in England, enacting taxes upon colonial purchases and sales of glass, lead, paper, paint, and tea. Soon to follow was the Stamp Act, which taxed all printed papers. Frustrated by this new...
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...would be worth living. It was only when she was being trampled that she found the will to stand. In the events leading up to the “nsongonya”, Adah is seen with a wired view of life. She doesn’t acknowledge her worth, and she doesn’t make herself any more than the “broken twin”. She resents her hemiplegia just as she resents her father, and is portrayed as a pessimist. However, when the Ants come, they destroy everything, not just the crippled or the poor. They annihilate everyone just the same. Adah is seen limping, struggling just to catch up to her mother, and she is ultimately trampled. When orleanna leaves her, she realizes that she can no longer ask for help or depend on others, she has to stand up for herself. At this point in the novel, she realizes with outstanding clairvoyance that she wants to live. She is no longer being swallowed by her undeniable...
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...Empire, Middle East, China, Japan, India, Pakistan and Africa! We want this party to emphasize that World War 1 was a GLOBAL event, and it impacted areas more than just Europe! Here is a sneak peak of what you will see about Africa…Over 100,000 men in East Africa and 65,000 men from French North/West Africa lost their lives. Caused by World War 1, Africa subsequently had stronger political tensions and frustrations, which led to mutinies and uprisings. A primary political result of World War 1 was the passing of control of German East Africa to Britain and Belgium. Africa saw rising inflation while trade with Europe was disrupted, causing sharp effects on their economic state. It was believed that Africans earned independence through wartime sacrifices, which led to growth of nationalism. World War 1 brought an end to German colonial rule in Africa. Many major public works projects such as construction of roads and buildings in Africa were postponed. A large amount of African civilians were used as porters, who carried weapons and provisions. 100,000 porters died, which shows that many African civilians were negatively affected. Over 100,000 men in East Africa and 65,000 men from French North/West Africa lost their lives. Caused by World War 1, Africa subsequently had stronger political tensions and frustrations, which led to mutinies and uprisings. A primary political result of World War 1 was the passing of control of German East Africa to Britain...
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...the near mid-eighteenth century. Taxes on legal documents were placed directly on the colonists without representation in the Stamp Act, which resulted almost immediately in an outcry of protest and rebellion. The Stamp Act Congress was created to express the colonists grievances and Sons and Daughters of Liberty rose up in protests, continually pushing harder for independence from Great Britain. Protests grew rampant in many places throughout the colonies and one protest even led to the killing of five protesters after shots were fired into the crowd. These events led to the Boston Tea Party and the resulting Coercive Acts as punishment, further leading to the colonial alliance and the American colonies creating a separate and new identity in independence. While many colonial-American traditions and cultures stayed intact,...
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...THEMES IN U.S. & WORLD HISTORY Task 2 I. Introduction: a. Audience Hook: The outcome of events and the development of cultures and societies around the world have been impacted by significant individuals throughout history. These individuals have changed political governments as well as societal changes within our own country, the United States and around the world. This paper will discuss one of our well known world leaders and a well-known American Leader and the significant impact these individuals had on society and political changes. b. Thesis statement: History shows how leaders impact the outcomes and development of cultures and society due to social and political changes and influences. c. Preview of Main Points: i. World leader Gandhi led to Satyagraha and the equal rights for all. ii. Martin Luther King Jr. contributed to the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act. II. Gandhi’s contribution to social changes. a. One of the worlds most pronounced leaders of the twentieth century. b. Concept of Satyagraha, truth and firmness (Mohandas Gandhi). c. Indian Independence from Britain in 1947. III. Martin Luther King Jr.’s contribution to the social changes made in the United States. a. King traveled the Country and the world to lecture other leaders, activists, and protestors on the importance, how to, and benefits on non-violent protesting. b. Civil Rights Act prohibiting racial discrimination (History.com) c. Voting Rights Act guaranteeing...
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...they would finally have peace until new laws were set that allowed England to tax the colonies. Therefore, enabling Parliament to tax them in other ways and make them less visible. The Townshend Act was enacted in 1767, which was close to the Stamp Act but worse; this act taxed all imported goods. Because of King George’s tyranny and the unbearable taxes imposed, American independence was proposed and led by John Adams, Patrick Henry, and more. To try and keep American colonists in order, the King sent a massive...
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...The American Revolution (1775-1783) Have you ever sat and actually wondered how the United States came about? The American Revolution which is also known as the American War of Independence played an important role in the formation, of what we see today as the United States. The American Revolution was a conflict between the thirteen British colonies in North America and their mother country Great Britain. The American Revolution began on April 19, 1775 and ended on September 3, 1783. There are several causes to how the American Revolution came about. Among these causes are The Stamp Act, The Townshend Acts, The Tea Act and the Boston Tea Party. The Stamp Act, which was passed in 1765, was Parliament’s first serious attempt to assert governmental authority over the thirteen colonies. It was an act for granting and applying certain stamp duties, in the British occupied colonies. The main purpose of these taxes was to help Britain pay for the troops stationed in North America. Not only the British colonies in America, but even the British merchants and manufacturers opposed the act, and the exports to the colonies were threatened by colonial economic problems caused by the taxes The Townshend Acts were a series of acts passed in January 1767, by the Britain Parliament. These acts primarily included the Revenue Act of 1767, the Commissioners of Customs Act, the Vice Admiralty Court Act, the Indemnity Act and the New York Restraining Act. The sole purpose of...
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...War resulted in long term and short term effects politically, economically and ideologically, and ultimately had a negative impact on the relations between Britain and its American colonies. Prior to the French and Indian War, the colonies were benefitting from Salutary neglect, an idea that England should leave the colonies alone to prosper. This was favorable to the colonies as they were able to benefit from trade and other resources which gave them a stepping stone towards independence. Even though the British gained a majority of France’s land (Doc A), the British had to keep their eyes set on the colonies because of their rebellion. They began to enforce strict laws and restrictions that even...
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...The Boston Tea Party, Declaration of Independence, and Katsushika Hokusai’s art, The Great Wave, were three of the greatest outcomes during the time period when the United States was just being found. The significance of the Boston Tea Party, The Declaration of Independence, and The Great Wave and their impact on society today will be discussed in this course paper. The Boston Tea Party is often referred to by John Adams as “The destruction of the Tea in Boston” (Boston Tea Party Facts, American Revolution). The Bosten Tea Party was a political protests by the Sons of Liberty in Boston on December 16, 1773. This act served as a protest against taxation. The colonists believed that they were being unfairly taxed by the British to...
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...In the time period from 1810-1825 many events occured leading to the Spanish American Revolutions. This dealed with Latin America and the Caribbean, which the area was controlled by Spain and Portugal. This revolution was influenced by the French, North American and Haitian Revolutions. Spain's colonies was also influenced by ideas from the European enlightenment. The fight for colonial independence was a dramtic change that caused chains of external events and tension, it also created positive effects. Before the independence movements Latin America/Caribbean were living harshly, mainly economically. They had trade restrictions that only let them trade with "motherland". Motherland was represented by Spain who they were the only one that Latin...
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...began boycotting British goods. The colonists got what they wanted when Parliament repealed the Stamp Act in 1766 (Boyer 138). In the wake of the Stamp Act and the events surrounding it, many people turned to enlightenment thinkers and religion for answers which ultimately led them to rethink the imperial relationship between the colonies and Britain (Boyer 139). As time went on and tensions grew, Parliament started to tighten its grip on the colonies. When the Tea Act was passed in 1773, it required that the colonists only buy British tea that was low quality and over-priced. The colonists refused to buy any of it and it remained on the ships of various North American (Boyer 151). A group of colonists took it a step further when they snuck onto the ships in the Boston harbor and dumped...
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