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    The Emancipation Proclamation In spite of the fact that the Emancipation Proclamation did not end slavery in the sovereign state, it apprehended the hearts and minds of millions of Americans and essentially transformed the personality of the war. After January 1, 1863, every approach of federal armed forces lengthen the realm of self-government. Furthermore, the Proclamation declared the acceptance of black men into the Union armed force, enabling the Emancipate to become liberators. By the…

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    In 1906, the Liberal party swept to power in a landslide victory over the Conservatives and new Labour party, however, this victory was not based on the promises of social welfare reforms meaning there were other reasons for their political victory. There were various reasons why social welfare reforms were introduced initially in 1906 and continued to progress for another 8 years until 1914, and genuine concern for the masses was not the only reason for their introduction. This essay will argue…

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    “If you have the feeling that something is wrong, don't be afraid to speak up ”(Fred Korematsu). In 1941 The Pearl Harbor was bombed, America was in fear. A year later, February 19, 1942 President Roosevelt signed the Executive Order 9066 which brought out the internment camps for Japanese Americans. In 1944, Korematsu spoke up for his rights as a Japanese- American citizen and he fought against the government. Fred Korematsu took a stand against the United States government for his rights by…

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    WWII Was Justified

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    rising between between these two nations, they still remain at peace. With that terrifying ambition that Japan had, it sparked a war it would forever regret on American territory. Aerial attacks caused numerous bullets and bombs to rain onto 20 battleships, and 300 airplanes, destroying them. The fuel leakage from the ships continued to raise concerns over the environment, which over the time, would cause damage to the shoreline of Hawaii and interfere with the US naval function. This was a long…

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    Manhattan Project Effects

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    Almost twenty American naval vessels, eight large battleships and over three hundred airplanes were destroyed by the Japanese on December 7, 1941. That devastating day lead the United states into joining the World War two. The nuclear research quickly began after the war took place. President Franklin D. Roosevelt created the Manhattan project after gathering information that the Germans attempted to build an atomic bomb. Unsatisfied, the U.S took an even greater look into their research, in…

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    Geography Cuba

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    Location: Cuba is an island in the northern hemisphere that is 90 miles south of Key West, Florida. It lies between the Caribbean Sea, the Atlantic Ocean and the entrance to the Gulf of Mexico. Cuba is also the largest island in the Caribbean Sea and the 17th largest island in the world. It is 760 miles long and 55 miles wide. Some of its neighboring islands are Haiti, the Bahamas, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic. The coordinates of Cuba are 21.5218oN, 77.79812oW. Boundaries/Physical…

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    Treachery In Ajax

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    Teucer opens his argument by reminding Agamemnon that when their enemy Hector had successfully stormed Agamemnon’s battleships that it was Ajax who saved Agamemnon’s life when he “volunteered to face Hector in single combat/of his own free will, not because he was ordered” (1282-1283). This level of selflessness and sense of duty exemplifies not only Ajax’s skill as a warrior…

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    Taking a Stance on History. Turn on the television or listen to the radio and the topic of conversation is about oppression, police brutality, the American flag and the National Anthem. Facebook, Twitter and other social media outlets are being bombarded in support and disgust for the topics. Media corporations attempt to segregate us once more instead of trying to seek an understanding that will provide mutual benefit, and positive productive discussions on the issues. Regardless of where one…

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    After World War two began, Germany was on mission to conquer Europe. Germany Invaded and occupied France, early in the month of May, 1940. The United States was dragged into the war by the Japanese at Pearl harbor, on December 7,1941, by 1942 the British were already thinking about a invasion across the English channel. With great planing, and difficulties from many generals and intelligence agencies D-day came about. D-Day, June 6, 1944. United the Departments of, Army, Air Force, and Navy, of…

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    war and 18 million causalities, the war ended. At the peace conference, Germany was forced to pay a lot of war reparations, could not have an air force or submarines. The German Army also reduced to 100,000 men and was only allowed to have six battleships. Many new republics were also created. The League of Nations was also created to prevent a war from happening…

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