The Treaty of Paris in 1898 ended the Spanish-American War. In the treaty, Spain surrendered Puerto Rico and Guam to the U.S. and surrendered the Philippines to the U.S. for $20 million. Spain also gave up all rights to Cuba. This led to a debate in the U.S. over imperialism, as the U.S. took control of former Spanish territories outside North America. Supporters argued it was the U.S.'s duty to civilize and Christianize these new territories. Opponents like Andrew Carnegie and Mark Twain argued against U.S. imperialism and believed the Philippines should be granted independence. The U.S. then fought a war with Filipino independence
The Contras were rebel groups fighting against the Sandinista government in Nicaragua from 1979-1990. They received extensive military support from the U.S. government, which viewed the left-leaning Sandinistas as a threat. Despite vast resources, the Contras struggled to become a viable military force. Covert U.S. backing continued through the Iran-Contra affair. The war ultimately ended in peace negotiations and elections in 1990, though it devastated Nicaragua and killed over 30,000 people.
After World War 1 and the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia, Americans increasingly feared communism and enacted policies aimed at limiting foreign influence, like the Palmer Raids that deported hundreds of immigrants without trials, the Sacco and Vanzetti case that revealed prejudice, and immigration quotas that limited immigration to 2% of ethnic populations in 1890 and prohibited Japanese immigration, as nativism and isolationism rose and organizations like the resurgent Ku Klux Klan targeted many minority groups.
The Nicaraguan Revolution occurred between 1978-1979 as a result of unrest against the oppressive Somoza dictatorship that had ruled Nicaragua since 1936. The Somoza family had complete control through the National Guard and grew wealthy while most of the country lived in poverty. Opposition groups like the Sandinista National Liberation Front (FSLN) and other protesters increasingly criticized the regime. The assassination of newspaper editor Pedro Joaquin Chamorro in 1978 sparked nationwide strikes and uprisings against Somoza. As fighting escalated in 1979, the National Guard bombed neighborhoods and rebels took control of major cities. The Organization of American States called for Somoza to resign as the Sandinistas gained power
Between 1840-1860, over 4 million immigrants settled in the US, mostly Irish and German fleeing economic hardship and famine. They arrived poor and took low-skilled jobs. Nativists opposed immigration, fearing job losses. The Know-Nothing Party wanted to exclude Catholics and foreigners from office. As industry grew, cities attracted more immigrants to fill jobs, straining infrastructure and leading to overcrowded and unsanitary living conditions.
The document discusses how American lives were affected socially and economically during World War II. Socially, women entered the workforce in large numbers, gaining new independence and freedom. Racial tensions increased as African Americans migrated north and Japanese Americans were sent to internment camps. Economically, rationing was implemented to conserve resources for the war effort, while incomes and savings rose as Americans invested in war bonds. Nearly all Americans contributed to the war effort through these social and economic sacrifices.
Nicaragua, the sandinistas and revolution 2015 updatePaul Treadwell
The document provides historical context on Nicaragua, focusing on US interventions, the Somoza dictatorship, the Sandinista revolution, and current issues in the autonomous Atlantic Coast regions. It discusses how the US supported the Somoza regime and opposed the Sandinistas. The Sandinistas overthrew Somoza in 1979 but then faced contra rebels backed by the US. They focused on literacy and healthcare but had conflicts with indigenous groups on the Atlantic Coast. Autonomy laws were passed in the 1980s but land disputes and a proposed canal continue to be issues today.
The document provides information about slavery in the United States prior to the Civil War, including how Africans were brought to America through the slave trade, the conditions slaves faced, and efforts to resist slavery such as through the Underground Railroad which secretly transported escaped slaves to freedom. Obstacles an escaped slave may face in attempting to flee include recapture due to laws supporting slavery, separation from family and friends, lack of provisions or shelter, and risks of traveling at night such as exposure to weather or wild animals.
The Treaty of Paris in 1898 ended the Spanish-American War. In the treaty, Spain surrendered Puerto Rico and Guam to the U.S. and surrendered the Philippines to the U.S. for $20 million. Spain also gave up all rights to Cuba. This led to a debate in the U.S. over imperialism, as the U.S. took control of former Spanish territories outside North America. Supporters argued it was the U.S.'s duty to civilize and Christianize these new territories. Opponents like Andrew Carnegie and Mark Twain argued against U.S. imperialism and believed the Philippines should be granted independence. The U.S. then fought a war with Filipino independence
The Contras were rebel groups fighting against the Sandinista government in Nicaragua from 1979-1990. They received extensive military support from the U.S. government, which viewed the left-leaning Sandinistas as a threat. Despite vast resources, the Contras struggled to become a viable military force. Covert U.S. backing continued through the Iran-Contra affair. The war ultimately ended in peace negotiations and elections in 1990, though it devastated Nicaragua and killed over 30,000 people.
After World War 1 and the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia, Americans increasingly feared communism and enacted policies aimed at limiting foreign influence, like the Palmer Raids that deported hundreds of immigrants without trials, the Sacco and Vanzetti case that revealed prejudice, and immigration quotas that limited immigration to 2% of ethnic populations in 1890 and prohibited Japanese immigration, as nativism and isolationism rose and organizations like the resurgent Ku Klux Klan targeted many minority groups.
The Nicaraguan Revolution occurred between 1978-1979 as a result of unrest against the oppressive Somoza dictatorship that had ruled Nicaragua since 1936. The Somoza family had complete control through the National Guard and grew wealthy while most of the country lived in poverty. Opposition groups like the Sandinista National Liberation Front (FSLN) and other protesters increasingly criticized the regime. The assassination of newspaper editor Pedro Joaquin Chamorro in 1978 sparked nationwide strikes and uprisings against Somoza. As fighting escalated in 1979, the National Guard bombed neighborhoods and rebels took control of major cities. The Organization of American States called for Somoza to resign as the Sandinistas gained power
Between 1840-1860, over 4 million immigrants settled in the US, mostly Irish and German fleeing economic hardship and famine. They arrived poor and took low-skilled jobs. Nativists opposed immigration, fearing job losses. The Know-Nothing Party wanted to exclude Catholics and foreigners from office. As industry grew, cities attracted more immigrants to fill jobs, straining infrastructure and leading to overcrowded and unsanitary living conditions.
The document discusses how American lives were affected socially and economically during World War II. Socially, women entered the workforce in large numbers, gaining new independence and freedom. Racial tensions increased as African Americans migrated north and Japanese Americans were sent to internment camps. Economically, rationing was implemented to conserve resources for the war effort, while incomes and savings rose as Americans invested in war bonds. Nearly all Americans contributed to the war effort through these social and economic sacrifices.
Nicaragua, the sandinistas and revolution 2015 updatePaul Treadwell
The document provides historical context on Nicaragua, focusing on US interventions, the Somoza dictatorship, the Sandinista revolution, and current issues in the autonomous Atlantic Coast regions. It discusses how the US supported the Somoza regime and opposed the Sandinistas. The Sandinistas overthrew Somoza in 1979 but then faced contra rebels backed by the US. They focused on literacy and healthcare but had conflicts with indigenous groups on the Atlantic Coast. Autonomy laws were passed in the 1980s but land disputes and a proposed canal continue to be issues today.
The document provides information about slavery in the United States prior to the Civil War, including how Africans were brought to America through the slave trade, the conditions slaves faced, and efforts to resist slavery such as through the Underground Railroad which secretly transported escaped slaves to freedom. Obstacles an escaped slave may face in attempting to flee include recapture due to laws supporting slavery, separation from family and friends, lack of provisions or shelter, and risks of traveling at night such as exposure to weather or wild animals.
1) The document discusses Manifest Destiny and westward expansion in the 1840s, including the Mexican War which resulted in the US acquiring California and New Mexico.
2) It describes how westward migration was driven by the belief that it was God's will to settle the West, though Native Americans already lived there, and by the promise of cheap, fertile land.
3) Migration to Texas is discussed, including how slavery became a point of conflict between American settlers and the Mexican government, ultimately leading to the Texas Revolution and annexation of Texas as a new state.
The Nicaraguan Revolution summarizes the history of Nicaragua from the early 20th century to the 1980s, including key events like the Somoza dictatorship, the 1972 earthquake, and the rise of the Sandinistas. It describes the US's shifting policies towards Nicaragua under different presidents, from supporting Somoza to backing the Contras against the Sandinista government. It also provides an overview of the Iran-Contra affair, in which the US illegally sold arms to Iran and used the proceeds to fund the Contras, defying Congress.
Native American rights movements have a long history beginning from initial European contact through today. In the 19th and 20th centuries, Native Americans increasingly demanded equitable treatment and respect for treaty rights through legal challenges and organizations. The 1960s saw a resurgence of activism influenced by the civil rights movement, including fish-ins and the 18-month occupation of Alcatraz Island. Sovereignty became a main focus in the 1970s, led by groups like the American Indian Movement through protests and standoffs that drew national attention to their causes. Modern Native American activism continues to advocate for land and treaty rights while also addressing environmental, cultural, and economic issues.
Black History Is American History Bhm 2009ojohnson1
This is the Black History Month 2009 presentation shown during this years event. These slides were also compiled in the Education Booklet provided at the event as well.
This document discusses slavery and the abolitionist movement in the United States. It provides background on slavery such as the terrible living conditions slaves faced and their lack of rights. It then discusses the abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad network that helped escaped slaves. Key figures in the abolitionist movement are mentioned such as William Lloyd Garrison, Harriet Tubman, and the Grimke sisters.
Juan and Eva Peron ruled Argentina from 1946 to 1955. During their rule, they implemented social programs that improved conditions for workers but caused government corruption and bankruptcy. After their rule, the military seized power in 1955 and launched a "Dirty War" that disappeared over 30,000 people considered enemies of the state. The military lost power after their failed attempt to regain the Falkland Islands from British control in 1982. This permitted free elections and the restoration of democracy under newly elected President Raul Alfonsin. However, Argentina still struggled with developing long-term political stability and economic challenges.
The document summarizes major events in American history from 1492 to 1968. It describes the initial European exploration and settlement by Spain, France, and England. The establishment of the 13 colonies in the 17th century led to rebellion against British rule and the declaration of independence in 1776. Key events included the Civil War, emancipation, industrial growth, civil rights movement led by Martin Luther King Jr., and social changes of the early 20th century. Racial discrimination and the fight for equality continued well into the 1950s and 1960s.
Frederick Douglas was an escaped slave who lectured against slavery and published an abolitionist newspaper called The North Star. The Missouri Compromise of 1820 maintained a balance of power in Congress by admitting Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state, dividing the Louisiana Territory between slave and free territories north and south of the line. The Dred Scott decision of 1857 ruled that slaves were property without rights, further fueling tensions between North and South. Abraham Lincoln was elected President in 1860 on a platform opposing the expansion of slavery, leading several Southern states to secede and form the Confederate States of America, precipitating the Civil War.
The rise of nativism in American society from 1900 to 1930 can be attributed to growing isolationism after World War I. As anti-foreign and anti-minority sentiment expanded, groups like the KKK gained popularity by advocating for the supremacy of native-born white Protestants. Congress passed immigration reforms like the Emergency Quota Act of 1921 and the Immigration Act of 1924 to restrict immigration and maintain America's traditional culture against outside influences.
1. Spurred by Enlightenment ideas, peoples in Latin America fought for independence from colonial rule in the early 1800s.
2. Creole leaders like Simón Bolívar and José de San Martín led revolutionary armies that liberated much of Latin America, with Bolívar freeing Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia by 1824.
3. Mexico declared independence in 1821 led by Creole general Agustín de Iturbide, while Brazil peacefully separated from Portugal in 1822 under the leadership of Dom Pedro, who declared Brazil's independence and became its first emperor.
The document summarizes key aspects of the abolition movement in the United States, including the harsh living conditions faced by slaves, Nat Turner's rebellion, and prominent abolitionist leaders and their efforts. It describes the daily hardships of slaves, such as living in poor conditions without rights. It also outlines Turner's rebellion in 1831 and the increased restrictions placed on slaves and free blacks afterwards. Furthermore, it profiles influential abolitionists like Frederick Douglass, William Lloyd Garrison, Harriet Beecher Stowe, John Quincy Adams, and Harriet Tubman, and their roles in advocating for the end of slavery through newspapers, speeches, books, and aiding the Underground Railroad.
The Open Door Policy was a United States foreign policy proposed in 1899-1900 that called for equal commercial access to China for all foreign countries. At the time, only major powers like Britain received special trade privileges in China. The Open Door Policy asked all foreign powers to respect China's territorial integrity while granting equal commercial terms. Most major European powers accepted the policy, though China itself did not. The United States worked to uphold the Open Door Policy during conflicts such as the Boxer Rebellion in 1900 and it was reaffirmed in 1922, though China began asserting more independence in the 1920s-1930s which increased tensions with Japan and led to war.
This document provides information about the abolitionist movement and key events surrounding the issue of slavery in the United States between 1820-1850. It defines terms like abolition and profiles important figures like William Lloyd Garrison. It summarizes compromises like the Missouri Compromise of 1820 and the Compromise of 1850. It also discusses the growth of abolitionist societies, Nat Turner's rebellion, and the role of the Underground Railroad in aiding runaway slaves. Key events covered include the publication of The Liberator, the Grimke sisters' pamphlet, and the Fugitive Slave Law that required Northerners to return escaped slaves.
The Patriots were the Americans who rebelled against British control during the American Revolutionary War in the late 1700s. They declared independence from Britain in 1776 and used the slogan "No Taxation without Representation" to protest unfair taxation by the British Parliament. Famous Patriots included Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence, George Washington, the commander of American forces, and Benjamin Franklin, who helped organize the Continental Congress and negotiate the peace treaty after the war. Though at a disadvantage, the Patriots ultimately prevailed against the British and won independence for the United States.
The document discusses the history of slavery and race relations in the United States from 1830 to the modern day. It covers the expansion of slavery and the slave trade, laws and court cases around slavery and segregation, the economic importance of cotton production to the South, and the emergence of Jim Crow laws and the civil rights movement towards desegregation.
This document summarizes the key events and origins of McCarthyism during the Second Red Scare period in the United States from the late 1940s to 1950s. It provides definitions for some of the central tactics and accusations of McCarthyism such as equating dissent with disloyalty and guilt by association. Some notable events highlighted include the Amerasia Affair, the creation of loyalty programs under the Truman administration, the accusations against Alger Hiss and the Rosenbergs, the Army-McCarthy hearings which resulted in McCarthy being censured, and the broader impacts on civil liberties and political dissent during this period.
This document provides brief biographies of several important figures in Black history and the American civil rights movement, including Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Jackie Robinson, Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, and Barack Obama. It highlights their roles in important events like the Montgomery Bus Boycott, their leadership in organizations fighting for racial equality and civil rights, and "firsts" achieved as African Americans.
The document summarizes key aspects of the abolitionist movement in the United States, including the establishment of organizations that opposed slavery and advocated for emancipation like the American Colonization Society and American Anti-Slavery Society. It discusses important abolitionist figures such as William Lloyd Garrison, the Grimke sisters, and Frederick Douglass who spread the message against slavery through publications, speeches, and activism. The Underground Railroad network helped slaves escape to the North, led by conductors like Harriet Tubman. However, the movement faced opposition from those who felt abolition threatened the Southern economy or racial hierarchy.
The document provides an overview of modern U.S. politics from the Nixon to Obama administrations, covering international policies, domestic issues, technological changes, and presidential elections. Key events summarized are:
1. Richard Nixon visited China in 1972 seeking trade agreements and an alliance against the Soviet Union.
2. The Camp David Accords negotiated by Carter brought the first peace between Israel and neighboring nations.
3. Barack Obama was elected in 2008, becoming the first African American U.S. president.
The Zulu War was fought in the 1880s between the Zulu kingdom and the British as the Zulus sought to maintain their independence in South Africa. In the early 1800s, Shaka Zulu created a powerful Zulu kingdom and fought off encroachment by Dutch settlers. However, after Shaka's death in 1828, his successors were unable to prevent the British from taking control of the region in the 1880s during the Zulu War, making it part of the British Empire.
A. Philip Randolph represented the perfect blend between the civil rights and labor communities. Randolph fully understood the struggle for human and civil rights should involve all of the tools and resources that we had at our disposal. Indeed, Mr. Randolph was the conscience of organized labor in that he sought to get the trade union movement to set its own house in order. He urged and challenged organized labor to join in the struggle of African Americans for freedom and equality. A. Philip Randolph helped to draft the “strongest statement of labor’s position on civil rights ever to come before a convention of the AFL-CIO.” Randolph, the labor leader and civil rights leader was also called a dreamer of dreams.
The document summarizes two important events in African American history - the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Lincoln that freed slaves in Confederate states, and the 1963 March on Washington where Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech. It provides historical context for both events, including the struggles that led to them, key people involved, and their lasting impacts in advancing civil rights and equality.
1) The document discusses Manifest Destiny and westward expansion in the 1840s, including the Mexican War which resulted in the US acquiring California and New Mexico.
2) It describes how westward migration was driven by the belief that it was God's will to settle the West, though Native Americans already lived there, and by the promise of cheap, fertile land.
3) Migration to Texas is discussed, including how slavery became a point of conflict between American settlers and the Mexican government, ultimately leading to the Texas Revolution and annexation of Texas as a new state.
The Nicaraguan Revolution summarizes the history of Nicaragua from the early 20th century to the 1980s, including key events like the Somoza dictatorship, the 1972 earthquake, and the rise of the Sandinistas. It describes the US's shifting policies towards Nicaragua under different presidents, from supporting Somoza to backing the Contras against the Sandinista government. It also provides an overview of the Iran-Contra affair, in which the US illegally sold arms to Iran and used the proceeds to fund the Contras, defying Congress.
Native American rights movements have a long history beginning from initial European contact through today. In the 19th and 20th centuries, Native Americans increasingly demanded equitable treatment and respect for treaty rights through legal challenges and organizations. The 1960s saw a resurgence of activism influenced by the civil rights movement, including fish-ins and the 18-month occupation of Alcatraz Island. Sovereignty became a main focus in the 1970s, led by groups like the American Indian Movement through protests and standoffs that drew national attention to their causes. Modern Native American activism continues to advocate for land and treaty rights while also addressing environmental, cultural, and economic issues.
Black History Is American History Bhm 2009ojohnson1
This is the Black History Month 2009 presentation shown during this years event. These slides were also compiled in the Education Booklet provided at the event as well.
This document discusses slavery and the abolitionist movement in the United States. It provides background on slavery such as the terrible living conditions slaves faced and their lack of rights. It then discusses the abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad network that helped escaped slaves. Key figures in the abolitionist movement are mentioned such as William Lloyd Garrison, Harriet Tubman, and the Grimke sisters.
Juan and Eva Peron ruled Argentina from 1946 to 1955. During their rule, they implemented social programs that improved conditions for workers but caused government corruption and bankruptcy. After their rule, the military seized power in 1955 and launched a "Dirty War" that disappeared over 30,000 people considered enemies of the state. The military lost power after their failed attempt to regain the Falkland Islands from British control in 1982. This permitted free elections and the restoration of democracy under newly elected President Raul Alfonsin. However, Argentina still struggled with developing long-term political stability and economic challenges.
The document summarizes major events in American history from 1492 to 1968. It describes the initial European exploration and settlement by Spain, France, and England. The establishment of the 13 colonies in the 17th century led to rebellion against British rule and the declaration of independence in 1776. Key events included the Civil War, emancipation, industrial growth, civil rights movement led by Martin Luther King Jr., and social changes of the early 20th century. Racial discrimination and the fight for equality continued well into the 1950s and 1960s.
Frederick Douglas was an escaped slave who lectured against slavery and published an abolitionist newspaper called The North Star. The Missouri Compromise of 1820 maintained a balance of power in Congress by admitting Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state, dividing the Louisiana Territory between slave and free territories north and south of the line. The Dred Scott decision of 1857 ruled that slaves were property without rights, further fueling tensions between North and South. Abraham Lincoln was elected President in 1860 on a platform opposing the expansion of slavery, leading several Southern states to secede and form the Confederate States of America, precipitating the Civil War.
The rise of nativism in American society from 1900 to 1930 can be attributed to growing isolationism after World War I. As anti-foreign and anti-minority sentiment expanded, groups like the KKK gained popularity by advocating for the supremacy of native-born white Protestants. Congress passed immigration reforms like the Emergency Quota Act of 1921 and the Immigration Act of 1924 to restrict immigration and maintain America's traditional culture against outside influences.
1. Spurred by Enlightenment ideas, peoples in Latin America fought for independence from colonial rule in the early 1800s.
2. Creole leaders like Simón Bolívar and José de San Martín led revolutionary armies that liberated much of Latin America, with Bolívar freeing Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia by 1824.
3. Mexico declared independence in 1821 led by Creole general Agustín de Iturbide, while Brazil peacefully separated from Portugal in 1822 under the leadership of Dom Pedro, who declared Brazil's independence and became its first emperor.
The document summarizes key aspects of the abolition movement in the United States, including the harsh living conditions faced by slaves, Nat Turner's rebellion, and prominent abolitionist leaders and their efforts. It describes the daily hardships of slaves, such as living in poor conditions without rights. It also outlines Turner's rebellion in 1831 and the increased restrictions placed on slaves and free blacks afterwards. Furthermore, it profiles influential abolitionists like Frederick Douglass, William Lloyd Garrison, Harriet Beecher Stowe, John Quincy Adams, and Harriet Tubman, and their roles in advocating for the end of slavery through newspapers, speeches, books, and aiding the Underground Railroad.
The Open Door Policy was a United States foreign policy proposed in 1899-1900 that called for equal commercial access to China for all foreign countries. At the time, only major powers like Britain received special trade privileges in China. The Open Door Policy asked all foreign powers to respect China's territorial integrity while granting equal commercial terms. Most major European powers accepted the policy, though China itself did not. The United States worked to uphold the Open Door Policy during conflicts such as the Boxer Rebellion in 1900 and it was reaffirmed in 1922, though China began asserting more independence in the 1920s-1930s which increased tensions with Japan and led to war.
This document provides information about the abolitionist movement and key events surrounding the issue of slavery in the United States between 1820-1850. It defines terms like abolition and profiles important figures like William Lloyd Garrison. It summarizes compromises like the Missouri Compromise of 1820 and the Compromise of 1850. It also discusses the growth of abolitionist societies, Nat Turner's rebellion, and the role of the Underground Railroad in aiding runaway slaves. Key events covered include the publication of The Liberator, the Grimke sisters' pamphlet, and the Fugitive Slave Law that required Northerners to return escaped slaves.
The Patriots were the Americans who rebelled against British control during the American Revolutionary War in the late 1700s. They declared independence from Britain in 1776 and used the slogan "No Taxation without Representation" to protest unfair taxation by the British Parliament. Famous Patriots included Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence, George Washington, the commander of American forces, and Benjamin Franklin, who helped organize the Continental Congress and negotiate the peace treaty after the war. Though at a disadvantage, the Patriots ultimately prevailed against the British and won independence for the United States.
The document discusses the history of slavery and race relations in the United States from 1830 to the modern day. It covers the expansion of slavery and the slave trade, laws and court cases around slavery and segregation, the economic importance of cotton production to the South, and the emergence of Jim Crow laws and the civil rights movement towards desegregation.
This document summarizes the key events and origins of McCarthyism during the Second Red Scare period in the United States from the late 1940s to 1950s. It provides definitions for some of the central tactics and accusations of McCarthyism such as equating dissent with disloyalty and guilt by association. Some notable events highlighted include the Amerasia Affair, the creation of loyalty programs under the Truman administration, the accusations against Alger Hiss and the Rosenbergs, the Army-McCarthy hearings which resulted in McCarthy being censured, and the broader impacts on civil liberties and political dissent during this period.
This document provides brief biographies of several important figures in Black history and the American civil rights movement, including Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Jackie Robinson, Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, and Barack Obama. It highlights their roles in important events like the Montgomery Bus Boycott, their leadership in organizations fighting for racial equality and civil rights, and "firsts" achieved as African Americans.
The document summarizes key aspects of the abolitionist movement in the United States, including the establishment of organizations that opposed slavery and advocated for emancipation like the American Colonization Society and American Anti-Slavery Society. It discusses important abolitionist figures such as William Lloyd Garrison, the Grimke sisters, and Frederick Douglass who spread the message against slavery through publications, speeches, and activism. The Underground Railroad network helped slaves escape to the North, led by conductors like Harriet Tubman. However, the movement faced opposition from those who felt abolition threatened the Southern economy or racial hierarchy.
The document provides an overview of modern U.S. politics from the Nixon to Obama administrations, covering international policies, domestic issues, technological changes, and presidential elections. Key events summarized are:
1. Richard Nixon visited China in 1972 seeking trade agreements and an alliance against the Soviet Union.
2. The Camp David Accords negotiated by Carter brought the first peace between Israel and neighboring nations.
3. Barack Obama was elected in 2008, becoming the first African American U.S. president.
The Zulu War was fought in the 1880s between the Zulu kingdom and the British as the Zulus sought to maintain their independence in South Africa. In the early 1800s, Shaka Zulu created a powerful Zulu kingdom and fought off encroachment by Dutch settlers. However, after Shaka's death in 1828, his successors were unable to prevent the British from taking control of the region in the 1880s during the Zulu War, making it part of the British Empire.
A. Philip Randolph represented the perfect blend between the civil rights and labor communities. Randolph fully understood the struggle for human and civil rights should involve all of the tools and resources that we had at our disposal. Indeed, Mr. Randolph was the conscience of organized labor in that he sought to get the trade union movement to set its own house in order. He urged and challenged organized labor to join in the struggle of African Americans for freedom and equality. A. Philip Randolph helped to draft the “strongest statement of labor’s position on civil rights ever to come before a convention of the AFL-CIO.” Randolph, the labor leader and civil rights leader was also called a dreamer of dreams.
The document summarizes two important events in African American history - the 1863 Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Lincoln that freed slaves in Confederate states, and the 1963 March on Washington where Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech. It provides historical context for both events, including the struggles that led to them, key people involved, and their lasting impacts in advancing civil rights and equality.
Franklin Roosevelt framed World War II as a war to guarantee the "Four Freedoms" of democracy, though the military remained segregated and African Americans faced discrimination. While over 500,000 African Americans served, they were restricted to segregated units in non-combat roles. The "Double V" campaign called for victory over fascism abroad and an end to discrimination at home. This led Roosevelt to issue Executive Order 8802 in 1941 creating the Fair Employment Practice Committee to address discrimination in defense jobs. Despite facing challenges, African American servicemen and women served with distinction including the Tuskegee Airmen and the black crew of the USS Mason.
Reconstruction of black & urban areas finalPeggy Bloomer
The document discusses the Reconstruction period in the United States following the Civil War from 1863 to 1887. During this time, the government grappled with how to reunite the northern and southern states and address the end of slavery. This led to the passage of amendments providing citizenship and voting rights to Black Americans, though the South resisted through the creation of "Black Codes" and Jim Crow laws enforcing racial segregation and discrimination. The Civil Rights movement from the 1950s to 1960s sought to end these discriminatory practices through nonviolent protests and resulted in landmark legislation banning racial segregation and discrimination.
The document discusses key aspects of the Double Victory Campaign led by the Pittsburgh Courier newspaper during World War II. The Campaign called for African Americans to fight for victory over other countries in the war as well as victory over segregation and discrimination at home. It highlights segregation practices, the role of the Pittsburgh Courier newspaper in starting the Campaign, and topics like the Tuskegee Airmen African American flying squad and Executive Order 8802 prohibiting discrimination in defense jobs.
The document provides a summary of rooms and artifacts in a museum exhibit on the Georgia and Modern Civil Rights Movement. It includes descriptions of artifacts related to key figures like Herman Talmadge and Benjamin Mays, as well as events like the 1946 Georgia governor's race and the Brown vs. Board of Education Supreme Court ruling. The exhibit also features information on Martin Luther King Jr. and his leadership of the nonviolent civil rights movement, as well as the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) and its role in civil rights protests in Atlanta in the 1960s.
This document summarizes key events in the United States from 1945-1960, including securing the New Deal legacy, the rise of suburbia, and the civil rights movement. The Taft-Hartley Act curtailed unions while Truman and Eisenhower pursued the Fair Deal and warned of the military-industrial complex. Brown v. Board led to protests like the Montgomery Bus Boycott and integration of Little Rock Central High. Sit-ins and groups like SNCC advanced the strategy of nonviolent civil disobedience.
The Civil Rights Movement sought to end segregation and discrimination against African Americans. Key events and court cases like Brown v. Board of Education overturned legalized segregation and Jim Crow laws. However, resistance remained as southern states tried to block desegregation of schools. The movement gained momentum through nonviolent protests like bus boycotts in Montgomery and sit-ins at lunch counters, as well as through organizations like SCLC and freedom rides that challenged segregation across the South. These efforts helped push political leaders to pass new civil rights laws in the 1960s.
The NAACP was founded in 1909 to fight for racial equality and oppose discrimination. In the 1950s, the NAACP pursued multiple strategies, including legal challenges to segregation laws that resulted in important Supreme Court victories banning all-white primaries and segregation on interstate buses. The NAACP also organized early civil rights protests and direct action campaigns to integrate public spaces and end discriminatory practices. While success was mixed, these campaigns increased confidence and laid the groundwork for the larger civil rights movement of the 1960s.
The Civil Rights Movement began in the 1950s led by figures like Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King Jr., and Thurgood Marshall to challenge segregation and racial discrimination. Through nonviolent protests like bus boycotts and sit-ins, the movement achieved some successes including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 which banned discrimination. However, racial tensions continued as urban riots broke out and new groups emerged calling for Black Power. The assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. in 1968 further fractured the movement.
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What nationality or ethnic group endured persistent racial discrimination, punishing labor
conditions, and lack of labor and safety protections in California during the 1880s through the
early 1900s? Select one Chinese Mexicans Current and former African slaves Japanese
Native Americans Upton Sinclair, the outspoken writer and socialist easily won the Democratic
nomination for Governor in 1934--what was his campaign called? Select one End of Slavery in
California End of Immigration in California End of Poverty in California End of Racism in
California End of Muckraking in California
Solution
Chinese nationality.
The gold rush in California led to the immigration of chinese to work as laborers. The United
States and China signed the Burlingame Treaty in 1868. U.S. Congress adopted the the Chinese
Exclusion Act of 1882.
End of Poverty in California
The End Poverty in California movement (EPIC) was a political campaign started by Upton
Sinclair. Sinclair\'s campaign for Governor of California in 1934 was based on this movement..
The document discusses the history of African American philanthropy in the 20th century United States. It covers influences on philanthropy including historical, political, economic, social and religious factors. Key events and movements discussed include the Civil Rights Movement, desegregation of schools, and leaders such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Booker T. Washington. The document also examines current trends in African American philanthropy such as national conferences and the rise of "philanthromedia."
1) The civil rights movement began in the 1950s led by figures like Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King Jr., and Thurgood Marshall to challenge segregation laws and racial discrimination through nonviolent protests.
2) Sit-ins and freedom rides organized by groups like SNCC and CORE in the early 1960s faced violent opposition but increased pressure on the federal government.
3) The Civil Rights Act of 1964 banned discrimination in public places, and the Voting Rights Act of 1965 sought to overcome barriers to African American voting, but urban riots and the rise of black nationalist groups reflected ongoing economic and social challenges.
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1. African Americans
They are also known as the black Americans or the Afro Americans. They are a group of citizens or residents living in the United States of America and they have partial or total ancestry from any native population of the sub-Saharan Africa. Some are also descendants of African Slaves. They are the second largest ethnic and racial minority in the United States
2. Events
Event 1: 1877 to 1945
Event: National Association for the Advancement of Colored people (NAACP)
In 12th February 1909 the National Association for advancement of colored people was founded by sixty prominent black and white intellectuals, reformers and socialists like James Weldon, Ella Baker, Moor field Storey, Walter white, Roy Wilkins, Benjamin among others they were led by W.E.B Du Bois in New York. The organization was founded when the United States was facing a national crisis of racism to secure the civil and political rights of African Americans and fight for justice for all Americans.103 years later since its inception it’s the oldest, largest and most influential civil rights organization (Tishkoff, Reed, Friedlaender, Ehret, Ranciaro, Froment & Williams, 2009).
Event 2:1877 to 1945
Event: Universal Negro Improvement Association (UNIA)
In August1914 Marcus Garvey established the universal Negro Improvement association an influential nationalist organization in Jamaica where it operated until he moved to England in 1935 ( Sitkoff, 2009). The organization was founded to promote the spirit of race and pride and also create the sense of peace in black people and to unite all Africa and its Diasporas and redeem it from white rule. The UNIA closed in 1982 but it is recognized as a historic landmark by the National Register of Historic Places and the Ohio Historic Preservation Office (Marable, 1991).
Event 3: 1945 to present
Event: Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC)
Between January and February 1957 a civil rights group named the Southern Christian Leadership Conference was founded by Martin Luther king, Charles k Steele and Fred L Shuttle worth in New Orleans to fight all forms of segregation (Harding, 1981).
Event 4: 1945 to present
Event: The first African American President and Attorney General
In 2008 senator Barack Obama from Chicago became the first African American President nominee as a major party nominee for president. On November 4th 2009 he became the first African American president to be elected president and the 44th president of the United States of America. On February 2nd Erick H Holder became the first African American to serve as Attorney General.
3. Sources
Primary Sources
Washington, J. M. (1986). The essential writings and speeches of Martin Luther King, Jr. San Francisco: Harper San Francisco.
In 28th August 1963 martin Luther King in his speech spoke of how he longed for unity between the white and black Americans and freedom for the black Americans his speech has been recited by many people and it clearly ...
The Genesis of Pan-Africanism: A Historical PerspectiveAJHSSR Journal
ABSTRACT: Pan-Africanism is a movement to secure human rights, self-government, independence, and unity
for all African peoples. The spirit of solidarity and collaboration among African societies is ages old, fading and
flourishing from one century to the next. Pan-Africanism emerged once again at the end of the eighteenth century
as an anti-slavery and anti-colonial movement. Its appeal was both indigenous and international. Africans saw
their land invaded by European powers, a scenario that sparked resistance. The African struggle for freedom
coincided with anti-slavery sentiments in Europe and America, among other regions. In its original form, PanAfricanism had a wider scope than the geographic continent. It encompassed the African diaspora and descendants
worldwide. Seeking to unify the African people into a single community, Pan-Africanism grew and changed over
time, each century adding to its richness and passing on its legacy to the next. An ethnic, economic, political, and
social mosaic, Africa has struggled with an ambition for a united continent while at the same time being conscious
of the deep divisions within her borders. Along with the vision of oneness are the conflicting demands by Africa’s
sovereign states and regions, involving a mix of stakeholders—policymakers, national legislatures, and citizens
of independent countries. Still, for all its twists and turns, the movement embodies a vision of Africa liberated and
united, right up to the present day.
International tensions and the rise of militarism in Germany and Italy led to World War 2. During the war, over 500,000 African Americans served, though they faced widespread discrimination in the military and worked to promote civil rights on the home front. The establishment of organizations like the FEPC and training programs helped address discrimination and resulted in over 100,000 African Americans gaining new employment in defense industries by 1943. However, racial tensions and inequality persisted both during and after the war.
This document provides an overview of a textbook chapter on the civil rights movement in the United States. It includes sections on the origins of the movement in the 1950s, challenges to segregation in the 1960s, and new issues emerging after 1968. Key events and organizations discussed include the Montgomery bus boycott led by Martin Luther King Jr., the founding of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the growing divide between King's approach and the black power movement. The document contains chapter summaries, objectives, reading strategies and questions to guide students through the text.
The civil rights movement of the 1960s achieved many accomplishments, including the landmark Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court decision declaring segregation unconstitutional, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Voting Rights Act of 1965 which prohibited racial discrimination and guaranteed equal voting rights. Key events included the Montgomery bus boycott launched by Rosa Parks, sit-ins led by student groups like SNCC, the March on Washington and MLK's "I Have a Dream" speech, and the violent Selma marches which helped pass the Voting Rights Act. However, the decade was also marked by ongoing violence and assassinations of leaders like MLK and Malcolm X.
The Missouri Compromise of 1820 aimed to balance the number of free and slave states admitted to the union by admitting Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state, and designating the Louisiana Territory north of Missouri's southern border as free territory. The Compromise of 1850 admitted California as a free state, banned the slave trade in Washington D.C., and allowed popular sovereignty to determine slavery in other territories, while also strengthening the Fugitive Slave Act. The Kansas-Nebraska Act proposed creating Kansas and Nebraska territories and allowing popular sovereignty to determine their slave or free status, upsetting the North but pleasing the South.
The document summarizes the creation and ratification of the US Constitution. It describes how the Constitutional Convention in 1787 led to the drafting of the Constitution, which was then ratified by 9 of the 13 original states. It also discusses the debates between Federalists who supported the Constitution and Antifederalists who opposed it, as well as the addition of the Bill of Rights to address citizens' demands for more explicit protections of individual rights.
The document summarizes the creation and ratification of the US Constitution. It describes how the Constitution was drafted at the Constitutional Convention in 1787 and signed on September 17th. It then discusses the ratification process, the Federalist and Antifederalist debates, compromises reached at the convention, and the addition of the Bill of Rights to address states' concerns.
The Articles of Confederation established the first system of government for the United States after declaring independence from Britain in 1777. It created a loose alliance between the 13 sovereign states and gave most powers to the states instead of the federal government. The Articles established a unicameral Congress with each state getting one vote, but it lacked a strong central government since it could not tax, raise an army, or regulate trade between the states. Events like Shays' Rebellion in 1787 showed the weaknesses of this structure and helped spur the movement for a new, stronger Constitution.
Several factors contributed to the American Revolution, including mercantilism policies that benefited Britain at the colonies' expense, the Great Awakening which increased American identity and unity, Enlightenment ideals of natural rights and consent of the governed, and tensions arising from the French and Indian War that left colonists feeling distinct from Britain. The colonies protested new taxes through acts like the Stamp Act and Intolerable Acts, leading to events such as the Boston Tea Party, and ultimately delegates from the colonies except Georgia met to have grievances addressed in order to avoid further conflict.
There were several key motivations and events during the early English colonization of North America:
1. Profit, opportunity, and religious freedom motivated English colonization through proprietary colonies like Virginia and joint-stock companies.
2. Early colonies like Roanoke Island and Jamestown struggled greatly, with the Roanoke colony disappearing and Jamestown experiencing disease, starvation, and conflicts that led to high death rates.
3. Indentured servitude and the headright system helped populate the colonies but also led to social issues, unrest among landless former servants, and conflicts like Bacon's Rebellion.
The Chicano Movement emerged in the 1960s in response to discrimination faced by Mexican Americans. It had three main components: the Chicano youth movement fought for equal rights in education, the farmworkers movement advocated for better wages and working conditions, and MAYO organized Mexican American youth. The movement achieved greater civil rights protections but Mexican Americans still face issues around immigration and discrimination today.
During Eisenhower's presidency from 1953 to 1961, he pursued several Cold War policies focused on containing the spread of communism. These included developing nuclear weapons through the Strategic Air Command to support a policy of massive retaliation. Eisenhower also engaged in brinkmanship, threatening nuclear attacks to end conflicts like the Korean War and Taiwan Crisis. Covert CIA operations overthrew governments in Iran and Guatemala that were becoming aligned with the Soviet Union. Eisenhower also established the Eisenhower Doctrine to contain Soviet influence in the Middle East.
The document discusses key events and policies related to the Korean War from 1950 to 1953. It provides background on the division of Korea after WWII and the establishment of communist and American-backed governments in the north and south. In June 1950, North Korea invaded South Korea, testing America's containment policy. The UN authorized countries like the US to defend South Korea. Though the US pushed back the invasion, China later entered the war in November 1950, resulting in a stalemate. Disputes arose between President Truman and General MacArthur over war strategy. An armistice was finally signed in 1953, but Korea remains divided to this day.
The document discusses key events and policies related to the Korean War from 1950 to 1953. It provides background on the division of Korea after WWII and the establishment of communist and American-backed governments in the north and south. In June 1950, North Korea invaded South Korea, testing America's containment policy. The UN authorized members like the US to defend South Korea. Though the US pushed back the invasion, China later entered the war in November 1950, resulting in a stalemate. Disputes arose between President Truman and General MacArthur over war strategy. An armistice was finally signed in 1953, but Korea remains divided to this day.
The document discusses the origins of the Cold War following World War II. It covers major events like the Yalta and Potsdam Conferences, the Truman Doctrine, Marshall Plan, Berlin Airlift, and establishment of NATO in response to the growing tensions between the US and Soviet Union over issues like the borders and reunification of Germany and influence over countries in Eastern Europe. These events helped establish the containment policy and division of Europe into Western capitalist and Eastern communist blocs that characterized the early Cold War.
The Manhattan Project was a research and development undertaking during World War II that produced the first nuclear weapons. It was led by the United States with support from the United Kingdom and Canada. The project's scientists, including Enrico Fermi and Robert Oppenheimer, researched nuclear fission and worked to design and build atomic bombs, conducting the first nuclear test, code named Trinity, on July 16, 1945. This led to the bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945 with a uranium gun-type bomb, and of Nagasaki on August 9, 1945 with an implosion-type plutonium bomb, bringing World War II to an end.
The Navajo Code Talkers were Navajo men who developed an unbreakable code based on their native Navajo language to transmit secret messages during World War II. The idea came from Philip Johnston, an engineer who was familiar with the Navajo language. Over 400 Navajo men served as Code Talkers, memorizing military terms and translating them into descriptive Navajo words. Their code proved vital to the U.S. war effort in the Pacific but was not officially recognized until the late 1960s and 1980s.
The document discusses the U.S. military strategy in the Pacific Theater during World War II. It describes the "island hopping" approach led by General Douglas MacArthur and Admiral Chester Nimitz to move toward Japan from Australia/New Guinea and Hawaii respectively. It then focuses on the Battle of Iwo Jima in 1945, which was fought to capture the island for use as an emergency landing site for B-29 bombers conducting raids on Japan. The brutal and costly battle saw the Japanese employing a strategy of fighting entirely from an extensive underground network of fortified bunkers and tunnels, with orders to kill as many Americans as possible before being killed themselves, rather than surrender.
During World War II, women entered the workforce in large numbers to replace men who went off to fight in the war. They worked long hours as "production soldiers" to support the war effort. While the National War Labor Board tried to establish equal pay, it was rarely enforced. Working provided women with newfound independence and freedom, but there were mixed reactions when they were expected to return to domestic roles after the war. The government rationed resources and encouraged "Victory Gardens" to support the war effort, while raising taxes and selling war bonds to fund the enormous costs of the war, which exceeded all previous government spending from Washington through FDR's second term.
After WWI, several factors contributed to the rise of totalitarianism in Europe. Economic hardship from the Treaty of Versailles led to hyperinflation in Germany and social unrest. Citizens turned to authoritarian leaders like Mussolini in Italy and Hitler in Germany who promised national restoration. Meanwhile, Stalin rose to power in the USSR and established an oppressive communist regime with centralized control and forced industrialization that caused widespread famine. Militaristic nationalism also grew in Japan, leading it to invade Manchuria and later ally with Germany and Italy against communism.
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