Contiguous United States

Americanization in Europe Living in America we have become accustomed to living life the “American Way. ”Everything around us is presented with the idea that it is American made, and a privilege to have. American culture is not only present here, but has made its presence known in most countries, and nations around the world, including those in Europe. The presence of American culture in Europe has caused problems amongst some Europeans making them feel like they have fallen victim to…

The Spanish-American War began on April 25, 1898. The war ended with a victory for the United States on December 10, 1898. The signing of the Treaty of Paris between Spain and the U.S. gave Cuba their independence from Spain, and the U.S. control over Guam and Puerto Rico. The United States also purchased the Philippines Islands from Spain for twenty million dollars. All of these events led to the United States becoming a major powerhouse and let the rest of the world know the authority that…

African American English, while only a slight variation of traditional English, provides an interesting insight on the various African American vernaculars around the country. Its history is rooted from slavery. It was a time when African Americans weren 't allowed to be taught, teach each other, nor learn to read. In fact, it was illegal. Yet, as the world has progressed from those dark days, many people are seeing the African American society as a key demographic to reach. One such group is…

In 1920’s America, people believed in a dream in which anyone, regardless of their name, class, and color, can achieve their own interpretation of success in a world where social mobility is possible for everyone. The American dream is accomplished through sacrifice, valor, and hard work. It grants people the freedom to strive for bigger and exceptional things rather than remaining in one condition for the most of an individual’s life. Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby represents the rise and the…

The United States has welcomed millions of immigrants over the centuries. These immigrants, and citizens alike, have one goal, to achieve the American Dream. Of course, each individual has their own ideal ‘American Dream’ but it can roughly be defined as “working hard to be able to get ahead.” The opportunities available to accomplish the American Dream vary from person to person, some are able to reach their goal while others are left with only a dream. Now, it seems that the United States has…

The United States is often described as a “Melting Pot.” 20,000 years ago people began traveling to the Americas from the Beijing Straits. Since the early days of naval exploration, people have been colonizing the land and forming communities with people of similar nationality and culture. The Spanish, English, Dutch, French and Swedish all established small colonies that would one day grow and attract other cultures. African Slaves were brought into Jamestown in 1619. Later, Irish, Chinese,…

Orleans, and Old Hickory, Andrew Jackson served as the Seventh President of the United States of America for two terms from March 4, 1829 to March 4, 1837. Jackson also is known for as of being the face of the $20 dollar bill for U.S. currency, and had been on the $20 dollar bill since 1928. Throughout his presidency, Andrew Jackson is considered to be one of the most influential presidents, ever since the United States of America was founded in 1776 we as a country we have more and more…

Hispanics are able to be great workers and do a lot of amazing things for this country that is the United States of America. Anyone is capable of being a great person in the great US, making this an even better country but some of the immigrant families that have illegal problems such as, being here with no documents, others come here just to do dumb stuff that makes them go to jail and that is not good for none of us. Most of the Hispanics, 3.7 percent of the US population are illegal that is…

shown not only economically or politically, but on a deeper and more personal social level as well. The threats from ISIS have America on the brink of war yet again as the war on terror with the United States will never come to an end. Now called Patriot Day, September 11th was detrimental to the United States in many aspects, however, the terrorists were unable to accomplish their goal of breaking down the most powerful country in the world. Politically Immediately after that horrific…

Many people see me as one of the greatest American authors of all time because of my novel; The Great Gatsby. It wasn’t until when I attended Princeton University that I was exposed to the social scene, and when I first discovered my passion for creative writing. Here is when I first started writing musicals for the school, humorous articles in my University’s newspaper, and stories for the Nassau Literary Magazine. Although, my passion came to a halt when I decided to end my schooling in…