Thomas Johnson Jackson, also known short as Stonewall Jackson was a senior general under Robert E. Lee. He was the general of the Confederate Army during the Civil War and died on May 2, 1863 after he was shot by his own troops in battle. The Confederate Army were fighting against the Union Troops. The text titled, “The death of Jackson” was based on primary source evidence, while the other text titled, “Mystery of how Confederate General ‘Stonewall’ Jackson was mistakenly killed by his own troops is solved...and it was all down to the Moon” was based on research. It was when night fell that Jackson was shot by mistake.…
Daniel Hale Willams By; Erica Lamb Daniel Hale Willams was a man ahead of his time. He performed the first known open heart surgery in the United States, and also founded a hospital with an interracial staff during an extremely racial time in history. Daniel Willams was born Jan. 18 1856. He was born African American.…
The 1989 Fleer Bill Ripken number 616 baseball card is a card you will love to talk about with your family and friends. William 'Billy The Kid' Ripken had a career that included playing for the Baltimore Orioles, Texas Rangers, Cleveland Indians, and Detroit Tigers over 12 seasons. He started out as a second baseman but spent much of his career as a utility infielder.…
This paper will inform you all about Bill Robinson and his carrer. Bill Robinson as known as “Bojangles” was a huge iconic African- American tap dancer and actor during the Harlem Renisance. Bojangles was best known for his Broadway performances and film roles.…
Harry Reid was born on December 2, 1939 in Searchlight, Nevada. Harry was the third of four sons born to a modest family. His mother’s name was Inez Orena, and his father Harry Vincent Reid was a miner. Reid’s home had no indoor toilet, telephone, or hot water. Harry Reid committed himself to education at a young age.…
Jeff Sessions as Attorney General Jeff Sessions is the United States Attorney General or head of the Department of Justice and was President Trump’s first pick for this position. Born Jefferson Beauregard "Jeff" Sessions III, the 69-year-old was Alabama's attorney general before he joined the Senate in 1996. Many oppose him as the Attorney General because of rumors of racism but these are just rumors and have no factual backing. This piece is made to support the President’s decision and provide several reasons why Jeff Sessions is qualified to be the United States Attorney General (Jeff Sessions). Jeff Sessions is experienced in judiciary work.…
In the early spring of 1781, Lord Charles Cornwallis led the British Army to the Guilford Courthouse to face the colonial militia and their general, Nathanael Greene. Greene knew of the British Army’s advancements and had set up three lines of defense to fight the British, whose army was under half the size and was weary from traveling. The three lines of defense ended up dividing the militia into smaller sections the British Army could take on, causing the Continental Army to lose the battle. “The Battle of Guilford Courthouse” plaque in the Visitor Center of the park depicts the American general’s main goal for dividing his men by stating, “Greene’s plan threw away the overwhelming American advantage of numbers … intent on crippling—rather…
Forty Three men have served as the President of the United States. Each man brought his own ideas, philosophies and ambition to the office. Some of the these gentlemen have been credited with changing the presidency and defining the age, while others have been credited with being helplessly defined by the events of the era in which they held the office. History gives reverence to all of the men who served in what is considered the most powerful position not only in the United States, but also in the world. Perhaps history shows us, that it is not about getting elected to the Presidency that should be applauded, but how one handles the social, political, and economic climate, which he inherits.…
Described by Thomas Jefferson as, ¨Second to no one in enterprise, in resource, in sound judgement, promptitude of decision, and every other military talent.¨, Nathanael Greene was a Revolutionary War general, serving all the eight years of the war, who was key in the success of the Americans in the war. (Archives) Though he is remembered now as a military general, a significant portion of his success can be attributed to his political background. From 1770-1772 and then in 1775, Nathanael Greene served as a deputy in the General Assembly of Rhode Island, where he was known for his critical reasoning and sound judgement. (General) After serving in a militia company known as the Kentish Guards starting in 1774, (Encyclopedia), he was appointed…
John Marshall’s Biography Being the first of fifteen children, John Marshall was already a natural leader. He was a soldier in the Revolutionary War, a successful lawyer, and secretary and most importantly Chief Justice of the United States of America. He was a well-respected man that played important roles throughout his life. A major influence in his teenage years was his father’s good friend, George Washington. John Marshall’s young inspirations, military background, and powerful government leadership led him to be an important figure in U.S. history.…
Washington (1732-1799) was commander-in-chief of the Continental forces during the American Revolution (1775-1783). He also served as the first President of the United States and was responsible for building much of the country's political and economic structure. Washington served two terms as president before retiring to his estate in Mount Vernon, Virginia. George Washington was born at Bridges Creek in Westmoreland County, Virginia, on February 22, 1732. He was the first child of Augustine Washington and his second wife, Mary Ball.…
Alex Morgan is a famous soccer player, obviously because she is a women's world cup champion, also an olympic gold medalist. Alex Morgan plays for the United States women's national soccer team, also the Orlando Pride team,and she played forward. Alex Morgan was born in 1989 on July 2, she is 26 years old. Alex Morgan’s full name is Alexandra Patricia Morgan. Alex Morgan had two sisters.…
Ulysses S. Grant: President and Union General “I can’t spare this man-he fights”, said by President Abraham Lincoln (“Ulysses Simpson Grant”). This was said by him because Ulysses never gives up until he succeeds. Ulysses S. Grant was the 18th president of the United States of America (1868-1872). Ulysses was also the Union General in the Civil War from 1861 to 1865 (“Ulysses S. Grant”). Without Ulysses the Confederates would have defeated the Union army (“Ulysses S. Grant”).…
There are many people who suffer from nervous system disorders. One famous person who suffered from a nervous system disorder is Bob Hoskins. He was a famous actor, who has stared in over 100 films during his acting career. He is most famous for his roles in Hook and Who Framed Roger Rabbit. On 28 October 2011, Hoskins was diagnosed with an aggressive form of Parkinson’s disease.…
Interview paper On Wednesday November 25 Jim Colucy of 62 years old, my father, was interviewed by Nicola Colucy. James Colucy works for Lang Home Medical. His job entitles to maintenance of medical equipment, installing medical equipment and repairing medical equipment. He uses the knowledge from community college to the training seminars provided by companies/ manufactures of products he sells.…