Colonial architecture in the United States

Indochina War was a protracted conflict that pitted the communist government of North Vietnam along with the Viet Cong, against the government of South Vietnam and its principal ally, the United States (Spector, 2016). At the heart of the conflict was the desire of North Vietnam, which had defeated the French colonial administration of Vietnam in 1954, to unify the entire country under a single communist regime modeled after those of the Soviet Union and China (Vietnam War History, 2009). This…

The Spanish have influenced the society of the United States of America in a number of ways and are most certainly one of the most impactful groups to many aspects of the society that has now been established. This influence stems back to centuries ago when the Spaniards were at the peak of their empire. Their strongest years would be from 1500 to 1720, when the Spaniards were in the midst of their conquistador era and dominated many territories (Macleod 374). People of Spanish descent make up…

Cuba. The Caribbean island is also known for its rolling mountains, natural beauty, idyllic architecture, and vibrant history. Spaniards began colonizing in Cuba after Christopher Columbus discovered the island in 1492. As Spanish and African immigrants settled into the new land, they brought with them their distinct cultures, traditions, and history. After gaining formal independence from the United States in 1902, Cuba became a fusion of diverse cultures. The country today is the second…

my research of everything architecture, specifically in America, I discovered many iconic architecture works and architects that created a legacy…

Their history is an important aspect of Costa Rica's cultural legacy is their love for peace and democracy.Costa Rica’s predominant influence has long been European, which is reflected in everything from the official language -- Spanish -- to the architecture of the country's churches and other historic buildings. The indigenous influence is less visible, but can be found in everything from the tortillas that make part of a typical Costa Rican meal, to the handmade ceramics sold at roadside…

being England, France and Spain. Each established colonies in what was then a “new world”. The inherent separation of these colonies was a key factor in the establishment of colonial identities. Each of the settling nations had an established culture which they brought over from Europe- social customs, currency, architecture and more. These differences would serve as a means to divide the settlements until one power gained control of the entire coast. As English settlement expanded, it became…

Colonial impacts over Rwanda The first to colonize Rwanda and attempt to use and encourage the resources for tea and coffee for further economic development of the country, was Germany around 1900. Also to experience occupancy was the case of Burundi, the neighbor of Rwanda. Upon the Germans coming to the African lands, they attempted to make use of short treaties with the rule authorities (mwami), which were bound to grant protection. Upon the German’s arrival, they noticed that the various…

to find a new home because of growing too accustomed with a current residence. Every home has its own unique style, but many houses will have similar characteristics based on their architectural design. A few of the different styles of houses are Colonial, Split level, Ranch, Tudor, and Bi-level homes. These are just a few to pick from and it is important to choose one that can fit the right budget and have the right accessories to maintain interest and connection to the home. The Ranch style…

coffee industry caused the head of state to give farming land for people which caused coffee to become Costa Rica’s principle export in the 1800s. After Fernández was overthrown by coffee bosses, Costa Rica was under military rule for next few decades that forced the country into periods of violences at times. In 1940s, Costa Rica faced another civil which caused a significant shift from a government with traditional rural leaders to a more urban-focused state controlled by professionals and…

Widely considered the apotheosis of Craftsman architecture, their most well-known work is the 1908 Gamble House in Pasadena, home of the Greene brothers’ practice from 1893 to 1914. As explained by architectural historian Teresa Grimes, the Gamble House “exemplified the ideals of handcrafted materials…