1890

they are simple ones like anger or happiness to more abstract ideas such as existentialism, being connected to something larger than oneself or isolation. This work could also be about the artist mindset at the time he made this. Simply named Despair, 1890, by Auguste Rodin, (13 3/4 x 23 x 17 1/4 in. (34.9 x 58.4 x 43.8 cm)) shows a man lying on naked on a rock on his side with his head covered by his hand becoming the physical embodiment of it. From the figure’s fetal position, how the rock is…

Between 1890 and 1900 Russia’s coal, iron, steel and oil output tripled. Witte’s previous knowledge from being director of the department of railway allowed him to solve the problem of Russia needing a workforce and a way to transport goods, he significantly…

Golf became popular in America in the 1890s. The wealthy classes formed private golf clubs where they could play. Then just like today, its appeal depended on time and money. We must change this perception that golf only allows businessmen to get to know each other and do deals between shots and that only those privileged can play. Golf needs to be aimed and marketed to kids more than ever, it builds character as well as relationships. Golf teaches honesty, patience and camaraderie. Golf…

The Black Leaders of the 1890s-1920s lived in a very different America, one with universal segregation, strictly enforced vagrancy laws, fully segregated schools, and widespread hostility toward Blacks. Thus, the Black leaders of this time period had to not attempt to challenge the oppressive system to have any hope of communicating their ideas without subjugation. The Black leaders of the 1950s-1960s took a more confrontational approach, one allowed to them by the achievements of the Black…

Marriage had been seen as a tool for many people including countries to advance in society especially during the great migration from 1890 to 1920. The United States was on the verge of becoming a world power; this required a solidified united nation. Coincidentally, almost eighteen million immigrants were migrating to the states at this time. They strived for true acclimation, which entailed that immigrants had to settle down within towns and cities where they would marriage and having children…

and supported by racist ideals. There’s more of an importance force behind nationalism and commercialism but humanitarianism and racism have an equal weight in motives when dealing with the United States actions in Cuba and the Philippines in the 1890s. The United States country was trying to spread itself all over the world as a dominant race. “Congress was not unanimous because many members in congress feared the United States might want to be improperly perceived by the international…

Blancas, the White Caps, were known for their violet acts and intimidation against the Anglo Americans, They were fighting for equality, and did not hesitate to do break the law to make their points. In “Las Gorras Blancas Announce Their Platform of 1890”, explains the reasons for their actions, “Our purpose is to protect rights and interest of the people in general” (Vargas,182)Proclamation of Las Gorras Blancas, 189). Their intentions were good, they wanted their people to be treated like…

their formal attire. Both standards and styles have changed greatly in the late 19th century to the 21st century. One of the biggest changes in styles, is women’s clothing. In the 1890s, clothing styles for women were “plainer, simpler, and more practical” (Uvm.edu). Some clothing that most women wore in the 1890s was a blouse and a skirt. “The widespread use of the shirtwaist or blouse and skirt” (Uvm.edu). In the 21st century, clothing for women has gotten more diverse, and available for the…

In between the years 1890 to 1897 many important events during the time impacted Cuba how they were and how they are today. Many important people were present during that time like Jose Marti and Anthony Maceo who were leaders in a revolutionary party. During those years of 1890-1897 Cuba was important because of Jose Marti, Anthony Maceo, and the start Cuban independence war which led to freedom. Jose Marti was an important person during that time when it came to the revolutionary party. He…

Courage, the main character, Henry Fleming, flees the battlefield during the Civil War, which expresses Crane’s acknowledgement of the realism of battle through cowardice and anti-heroism. Casey’s (2011) critical view of the younger generation in the 1890s (when Crane wrote the novel) defines the inferiority complex of young men that wanted their own identity, instead of one defined…