...Frontier Rebels is a book focusing on the Black Boys, Native Americans, and colonists and their effects on the fight for American Independence in the West from 1765 to 1776. The main idea that Patrick Spero is trying to communicate to readers is “... the story of the Black Boys doesn’t fit easily into this idea of the American Revolution as a struggle for liberty. Beneath the Black Boys, desire for liberty and freedom from the British is an unpleasant, perhaps unpopular, truth that may have caused past historians to look the other way: behind the Black Boys movement was a deep fear of the Native Americans that turned into hatred through war. Its vehemence clouds the heroic narratives of colonial rebels fighting to overthrow a tyrannical imperial...
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...The War of 1812 was often considered the 2nd American Revolution, however, it was as well-known as the forgotten war. A revolution is a major transition/change. Although, in textbooks it was believed that it took place during the Jefferson era, it was actually James Madison who was president during the warfare. The cause of the War of 1812 is foreign interference with United State trade by both France and Britain. This war showed that the United States was willing and able to protect the nation's interests. Overall, the war was the 2nd American revolution, reasons include; the issues running up to the war, due to its success in the two phases of the warfare, and the bequest of the war left a permanent imprint on the country. The United States finally properly addresses foreign policy. For years previous presidents failed to attempt to reconcile with Europe, thus bringing the United States closer to international war. Constantly declaring its neutrality policy; friendly to both sides. It was then that both feuding nations; Britain and France begin to seizing US trading ships. Which led to the unpopular Embargo Act of 1807; making it illegal to trade with Britain nor France. This negatively affected the United States, especially New England, which relies on trade for economic growth. However, once Madison takes office; he enacted the following; Non-Intercourse Act, later replaced by the Mason's Bill #2. This promises to whichever nation respects US neutrality would receive...
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...Introduction Industrialization increased tremendously during the 18th and 19th century leading to the success growth of United States as far as overall wealth during the rise to power on its wake. This paper focuses on the different aspects of industrialization that occurred and the various groups that were affected during this period of time, and overall what the effect of industrialization did for America. Three Aspects of the Industrial Revolution Referred to commonly as the second Industrial Revolution, three major aspects during this time immensely played apart towards the shaping of our country as we know it and they were our society, the economy and our politics. Society was largely a big part of the industrialization period and underwent the most significant changes. Large amounts of rural to urban migration occurred due employment because of the creation of organizations and companies. The infrastructure and building of railway lines for transportation of raw materials to distinctive states was happening as well during this time. Significant use of iron and steel created several opportunities for industrialization versus agricultural hence making the United States more of an industrialized nation and less agricultural. Our economy at the time played a major role at this time, and was the second aspect of industrialization. During this time rapid growth in society was experienced with the expansion of companies and the improvement of their internal progression....
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...Christina Penh Mr. Jobs AP American History 2012 Summer Assignment The American Revolution: A History by Gordon S. Wood Many people mistake the American Revolution for the American War of Independence, but Gordon S. Wood saw it as something more: it was a complete change in the political structure of America. The American Revolution: A History provides a great swift account of the conflicts and motivations of the period from 1760 to 1790. According to Wood his main points, are: “How the Revolution came about, what its character was, and what its consequences were” as “the questions this brief history seeks to answer”(Wood, xxv). He tries to focus more on the important details instead of trying to argue whether or not the consequences of the Revolution were good or bad. The story is told clearly and is a great overview of the historical, political, and intellectual ideas and events that make up this fascinating time in our country’s history. It is detailed and goes in-depth, exploring all aspects of the Revolution. It includes maps, a time-line and quotes from colonists and people who were there. In order to explain his reasoning, he demonstrates how the United States was impacted by the radical revolution, transitioning from English colonies to an independent republic. This is why his book is organized into seven chapters: Origins, American Resistance, Revolution, Constitution-Making and War, Republicanism, Republican Society, and the Federal Constitution. Only fourteen...
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...them to the starving continental army. Americans either cared deeply for the war, or simply didn't care at all. This idea shaped American identity because it...
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...Gordon Wood’s book expressed the events of the American Revolution in a monotone manner. The book describes the events of the war in general manor. Wood fails to elaborate on the conflicts of the war as well as, the human conflicts. Furthermore, “Wood summarily discusses the Revolution's effects on women, Native Americans, free and enslaved African Americans, and Loyalists,” (Book review). Another topic the author expresses excessively is that he, “speaks of eighteenth-century Americans as if they were all of one mind, concluding, somewhat peremptorily, that democracy "became the civic faith of the United States to which all Americans must unquestionably adhere"” (The American Revolution p. 166) (Book Review). Throughout the book one can...
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...During the time period, 1755-1800, the American Revolution had caused numerous political, social and economical fundamental changes to America. During the American Revolution we saw multiple different aspects of the war that would later cause major change. Throughout history the largest political change to occur due to the Revolution was the finally becoming a separate country from the British crown. After we gained our independence from England we had peace with the English and the Native American tribes(Document C). During the time after the war we see that there were celebrations and brotherhood occurring between Native American and Americans. However there were repercussions due to separation. 3 years after we had come to political peace...
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...outline the effects Industrialization had on the economy, politics, and the society after the Civil War. There were several groups of people effected by the revolution. The revolution brought some changes that benefited people, however there were also changes that caused fear and harm to others. Between 1880 and 1920, roughly 25 million people came to the United States. America promised economic opportunity and freedom. Many came planning to only stay long enough to acquire money to have a better life in Europe. Many of these immigrants made their way to the Midwest and Northeast to work. American had a tight labor market and many immigrants had limited knowledge of English, education, and work skills. They faced discrimination in the work place from workers who didn’t care for the immigrants need to accept lower wages and work in horrible conditions. The Chinese were one of the groups that faced discrimination to the point they were taxed to mine for gold during the Gold Rush. The tax was specifically for any “foreign miners” (Schultz, 2013). The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 prevented the Chinese from becoming citizens and migrating for 10 years. Indians were persecuted as outsiders, they suffered from racism. The violence between the Indians and white Americans increased during the Civil War. There were several Indian wars that occurred in the 1800’s. Urbanization of the west began to take place and the Indian Removal Act was passed, furthering the Native Americans struggle...
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...Schweikart and Allen focus on the noble intentions of European explorers, progress, and the general selflessness of the founding fathers, Zinn tells of a country based on the destruction of the native people, the forced labor of thousands of slaves, and the oppression of the lower class. Each version show the past differently, and can either show an event as legendary and proud, or shameful and horrible. In A Patriot’s History of the United States, Schweikart/Allen cover Christopher Columbus and other explorers in a very positive...
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...Assignment 1.1: Industrialization after the Civil War Thesis and Outline Nellie Batemon Strayer University April 25, 2015 Thesis The Industrial Revolution was a turning point in history. It had positive and negative points in each aspect. Many changes occurred that led to change in the government, society and economical progression. This paper will discuss the effects that the Industrial Revolution had on society, the economy and technology after the Civil War. This paper will also discuss five different groups affected by industrialization. In addition, this paper will discuss the effects the Industrial Revolution had on the average working American. Outline I. Three major aspects of industrialization between 1865 and 1920 that influenced US society, economy, and politics. A. Urbanization B. Government C. Technology II. List five (5) specific groups affected by industrialization and two examples for each. A. Native Americans 1. Striped of their land and forced to smaller sections of land in other parts of the country. 2. Industrial growth took over land and resources Native Americans had. B. Immigrants 1. Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882 implemented 2. Working for low wages and harsh restrictions and fines imposed C. Women/Children 1. Accepted lower wages 2. Not protected by legislation D. Farmers 1. Mechanization of Agriculture 2. Farmers transitioned to factory jobs E. The Working Class 1. Replaced by machines in...
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...Each one of these revolutions had major effects on changing things in America, for the bad and good. During the Jeffersonian revolution of 1800, Thomas Jefferson promised a future of equality for all Americans by convincing Americans and the world a government that would answer directly to the people and lead to a lasting national union. It would prove that free people could govern themselves democratically (The Yawp,). He reduced taxes and cut the government’s budget, he also made the Louisiana purchase in 1803 which effectively doubled the size of the US. He was a president that said “all men are created equal”, but yet enslaved more than hundred people over the course of his life. He did attempt to change some legislatives against slavery and had regret for its existence. At one point he wrote that he suspected black people to be inferior to white people in his Notes on the State of Virginia. But later conceded that servitude may have had an impact on black Americans abilities. He tried to advocate allowing private...
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...of the course, students will be able to: SLO1. Describe the cultural, geographic and climatic influences on Native American societies. SLO2. Compare and contrast religious, social and cultural differences among the major European settlers. SLO3. Describe the events that helped create American nationalism and lead to the American Revolution. SLO4. Explain the Constitutional Convention, the Articles of Confederation, and the emergence of a democratic nation. SLO5. Explain the U.S. Constitution as it related to the separation of powers, checks and balances, the Bill of Rights, and the major principles of democracy. SLO6. Evaluate the Jeffersonian dream of expansion and its effect on Native Americans SLO7. Describe Jacksonian democracy and the creation of a two party system SLO8. Explain slavery and associated issues that led to the Civil War and its aftermath. Module Titles Module 1—Early American exploration and colonization (SLO1) Module 2—British colonies (SLO2) Module 3—Road to the Revolution and the American Revolution (SLO3) Module 4—Early Republic (SLO4 and SLO5) Module 5—Jacksonian America (SLO 6 and SLO7) Module 6—Road to the Civil War (SLO8) Module 7—Civil War (SLO8) Module 8—Shaping American history: Signature Assignment (all SLOs) Module 1 Early Exploration and Contact with Native Americans Welcome to HIS 120: U.S. History and the Constitution How to be Successful in the Course Each module has a lecture...
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...United States society, economy, and politics. After the Civil War, the United States experienced an urban revolution. Machines replaced people and corruption developed within the government. Industrialization improved the lives of many Americans between 1865 and 1920 but it created some issues for many Americans as well. The Industrial Revolution marks a major turning point in history. Every aspect of life was influenced in some way. Three major aspects of industrialization during 1865-1920 that influenced U.S. society are society, economy, and politics. The geography of Great Britain provided excellent waterways for transporting goods and raw materials. The Industrial Revolution played a major role in the development of American business. The productive environment created business opportunities for entrepreneurs like John D. Rockefeller. The development of mechanization had significant impact on employment and agriculture. As the wealth of industrialist grew, political power grew as well. Government corruption became more widespread and citizens began to complain. The government created laws like the Interstate Commerce Commission to eliminate businesses from trying to influence the government (Schultz, K. M. 2014). Five groups that were affected by industrialization include: Native Americans, immigrants, farmers, women, and middle and lower class workers. Native Americans were affected the most from industrialization. People wanted to live near the factories they worked. Because...
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...Chicago looks at the former native tribes that resided in the Illinois/Michigan areas. Geographically the area was rich with sources of water, such as the great lakes, and large migrations of animals which supplied active trades between the Miami tribe and the Mascouten tribe. The activity and lifestyle of the Algonquian Native Americans was noted in earnest by French missionaries and explorers in the 1700’s, and gives us an interesting insight into the way they lived. The French were attracted to the area by the same things that had ensured the survival of the Natives, like the Mississippi river. The Jesuits made their mark upon the area, hoping to convert and keep the area under Christian influence, but continual wars of attrition between the settlers and the natives made them abandon many campaigns. The Northwest Indian War and the American Revolution This part of the term paper sample on the history of Chicago explains the significance of the Northwest conflicts. The territory that was fought over in the Northwest Indian War was preceded by many other long standing conflicts for land and resources in the area between Native tribes, and later with French and British colonies. Rigor was always maintained for dominance of this area against U.S control from the start of George Washington’s presidency, and the US Army suffered major defeats at first. But the expansion of US sovereignty and tactical improvements saw the Native Americans lose much of their land, much...
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...“common man” describes a white working male of middle class. Andrew Jackson was the 7th president and American war hero from the war of 1812 battle of New Orleans and fought in the Revolutionary war when he was young. Andrew Jackson supported the representation of the “common man” which made him popular amongst those who were considered in his eyes to be the “common man”. Andrew Jackson was both a democratic and undemocratic president because of his Native American policy, economic policy and Jacksonian political policy. Andrew Jackson acted democratically and undemocratically on the issue of Native American policy. The Native American Policy was how Natives were treated by the government. Source J demonstrates Jackson’s undemocratic values; showing the trails the Native American as he forces Native Americans to move and not be allowed a say in the government’s decisions on moving west. In source E, Andrew Jackson shows his democracy by wanting to help the Natives. This example is of Andrew Jackson suggestion to congress for moving all tribes west to one area to keep them from all becoming extinct. This suggestion is made official when Andrew Jackson creates the Indian Removal Act. Source L is the letters written by Jackson to his wife about the adoption of a young Native American boy without any other family. This is proof that Jackson does not have any personal grudge against Natives; he just fought against them for his country, just like any other president with democratic values...
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