Betsy Ross

Tad R. Dimmitt Harriet Tubman’s Journey “She freed a thousand of slaves. She could have freed a thousand more, if only they knew they were slaves,” this was one of Harriet’s most well known quotes (Biography.com). Harriet Tubman had to overcome many obstacles in her early, middle, and late life. She was a hardworking and brave African American. Nothing would stop Harriet from her success. If it wasn’t for Harriet Tubman, African Americans would never have reached full freedom. Harriet’s…

American Relatives From Richard Simmons last breathe he said " Everyone and everything in this world is somehow connected. So why not just be nice to everybody and everything" ("Richard Simmons Quote"). In this it shows that everyone and everything is similar in ways so why not just be nice to it/them while we still have them. I think that this quote has a reason that it is a well known around the world. This research essay will show you how Kyrie Irving, Tennessee, the history of the american…

how it was founded. How through her strength of courage and belief of liberty and peace she able to gain her freedom. You know these things already, she is one of our Founding Mothers. She’s right up there with Abigail Adams, Martha Washington, Betsy Ross and Mum-Bet. So why am I writing this essay? Why do I give a damn about Phillis Wheatley? This essay will probably only be read by you, so why bother? Here’s my answer: I bother because she did. Phillis Wheatley cared so much about the rights,…

A German-born science writer once asked, “Aren’t there any other women expect those but players Betsy Ross and Molly Pitcher who had a part in your country’s development?” The story of Anne Hutchinson would tell him otherwise. She was a prophet, spiritual advisor, mother of fifteen, and an important contributor in a fierce religious controversy that shook the infant Massachusetts Bay Colony. Anne Hutchinson may bare a mention in every textbook of American history, but we “Americans know little…

United States, Paine was most recognized for his pamphlets that inspired the start of the American Revolution. Common Sense written in 1776 was his most well known write. He also had a series called The American Crisis which lasted from 1776-1783. Betsy Ross (1752-1836) Most well known for making the very first American flag. With 13 stars representing the 13 colonies and the classic red white and blue colors, she designed and hand stitched the flag with direction directly from President George…

Raised in Chicago, Illinois by parents who believed in equal education, embracing african heritage, and becoming a strong black women during the late 50’s, early 60’s, Lorraine Hansberry’s parents taught her that education is the key to success and in order to be a successful woman you have to learn the ability to be strong and independent. Along with this, Lorraine 's parents bestowed on her the value of remembering her African Heritage. Lorraine Hansberry’s own life influenced her play, A…

The only danger that involves cannabis is the illegalization of it. There are millions of cannabis users in the United States that have been stereotyped as “drug addicts” or “pot heads” by individuals who do not fully understand the positive aspects of this plant. Marijuana can be used for many things, which include medical purposes and to decrease deforestation and pollution. The government is spending too much money that belongs to Americans to prevent legalization, when in fact it can produce…

Calculate the balance in the firm’s Inventory account. • Inventory Balance $2000 (purchased) - $1200 (sales) - $300 (returns) = $500 c) Absence of a purchases account is due to purchases, purchase returns and allowances, sales and sales returns are recognized in the inventory account balance. Perpetual inventory systems show all changes in inventory in the “inventory” account. Purchase accounts are not used in the perpetual inventory system. This is to keep the inventory balance current at…

Harriet Beecher Stowe believes the best elements of the Woman Movement were embodied in Sojourner Truth. Harriet Beecher Stowe characterized Sojourner Truth as “the Libyan Sibyl” (362). Truth is compared to George Washington and Betsy Ross as a symbol of strength, in particular, the Strong Black Woman. She was an itinerant preacher, “telling the truth and working against injustice” (“Sojourner Truth A Life and Legacy of Faith”). She preached for human rights, “the rights of freedman…