The life of Marquis De Lafayette Tanner Sheldon Honors History November 19, 2015 Mr.Miraya The life of Marquis De Lafayette Marquis De Lafayette was a huge reason why the American Colonies won the Revolutionary War. Lafayette used influence to persuade King Louis XVI; the king of France at the time of the war; to assist the American Colonies to relinquish Great Britain’s control over the colonies. At one point, Washington may have lost his position as the military commander of the colonial forces. Luckily, Lafayette had defended him and Washington was able to maintain his position ahead of the Colonial Forces.…
When we consider memorializing an event or person in the form of a monument, no one would imagine it being gnawed away by rats. Certain shortfalls arise when contrasting these forgotten structures and, say, the often-visited monuments of the National Mall. We must mind these qualities if we wish to prevent its fall to obscurity. Foremost, whatever cause our memorial will commemorate, it must resound in the hearts of the people.…
Confederate monuments are placed publicly all around America and, in recent years, it has raised dispute between people who support Confederacy and want the statues to stay; and people who do not support Confederacy and want to remove the statues. They represent Confederate leaders and history that was made during the American Civil War. Due to white supremacists in Charlottesville, Virginia violently protesting against the removal of the monuments, there has been an increasingly negative view of what the statues truly represent. Some identify these Confederate statues as an embodiment of a past that is missed by many Americans.…
History of Richmond’s Robert E. Lee Monument Monuments exist for the purpose of recognizing a significant individual or event. They provide a glimpse into the past, reflecting the attitudes of the government and people at a given time. However, as cultural ideas and norms shift towards a more progressive view, relics of the past are called into question. In American history, some of the most disputed examples of this are the myriad of memorials that honor the former Confederacy. One such memorial, a statue of Robert E. Lee in Richmond, Virginia, was created in reverence of his qualities as a renowned and honorable leader, as well as a regional hero.…
Beginning in the middle of 1765, the Sons of Liberty were a secret political organization made up of colonial patriots. The secret organization was founded by Samuel Adams and John Hancock inside of Boston, Massachusetts. The Sons of Liberty was organized as a means to protest the recent tax on anything printed on paper, known as the Stamp Act. The Stamp Act had been pressed upon American’s without the consent of the colonial legislature. Because of this, several colonists wanted to rebel against Britain and her unjust rule over the colonies.…
There has been much controversy with having monuments in which represent, or even are to look back on our history. Some people seem to believe that monuments, statues and even some memorials should have no real sentiment. Others disagree and believe monuments, statues, etc are there for us to have remembrance, and are for us to pay our respects to our history. In addition to this, there is also many memorial parks that are and have been made in order to have as a memorial, which very much needs respect as would any other kind of memorial.…
From New Orleans to Charlottesville, Confederate statues have dominated headlines and sparked a new debate in American society. A dualistic, more mainstream, and simplified representation of this issue posits one side that argues that these statues glorify those who espoused an immoral stance and ought to be taken down, whereas the other side presents the counter that these statues serve a historical purpose and educate society of a darker age. This is a boiled down version of the matter. This paper argues that the latter perspective lacks cogency on the grounds that the statues do not illuminate the history of the past, but rather glorify the Confederate cause, white tribalism, and white supremacy. A fundamental premise of this paper’s…
Every American must accept that we all live in the U.S. and we what makes us so special is that we are a melting pot of the world. Even Robert E. Lee said that the war is over and there should be no honoring of Confederate anything; the Union won and it is the Union we must honor. So, I came to the conclusion that I believe the statues should be torn down (except if in a Confederate cemetery).…
All people are entitled to freedom. When that right is taken away, people have no choice but to fight back. Jewad Selim always dreamed about having his most meaningful work at the capital of Iraq. The piece is called Nasib Al Hurea (Monument of Freedom), located in Tehrir Square, Baghdad. This was the largest monument built in Iraq in 2500 years.…
Chirp chirp, listen to the beautiful sound of the birds chirp in the tree of the," Little Grand Canyon," also known as Providence Canyon. Providence Canyon is so beautiful it is hard to believe the federal government will not let it become a national park were everyone can see it. This park is beautiful and special. I believe the Providence Canyon should become a national park. This canyon is a part of Georgia history.…
Ann Marie O’Sullivan Miss Berdick/ Mr. Zacharia E336 13 January 2016 Chicago Home of the Hot Dog For my culture project I decided to look into the history of the place I call home, Chicago. The Chicago History Museum takes people through the journey and creation of the thriving city people know and love today. The museum starts with the early history of Chicago starting in 1780 when the first settler, Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable.…
Monuments are a great way to honor a great person or an important event. Monuments are used all over the place and are marking the history of things. One of my favorite monuments is the Veterans Freedom Flag Monument in Lima, Ohio. Many people think that monuments are pointless but I think they are very meaningful.…
The American Flag has always been a symbol for freedom, unity, and power. This monument will stand as a reminder of that and of all the founding fathers have done to build this country. The founding fathers displayed are George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, John Jay, and Alexander Hamilton. The flag has stood by us in times of good and bad, and has continued to inspire us. During the Olympics our flag has been a sign of victory.…
Our city, Jersey City, is known as the most diverse city in America. It has a lot of history of monuments, people, and even schools. Yet there is a place that stands out. The place is called Liberty State Park. It is not only recognized as where you have fun or picnics, but because of its history.…
Found enscripted on the bottom of the Statue of Liberty, Emma Lazarus once said, “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, the wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed, to me: I lift my lamp beside the golden door.” The Statue of Liberty is a piece of art work that stands tall in New York city. It is a for Americans as well as an educational attraction. Therefore, New York City defines the meaning of freedom because of the Statue of Liberty.…