History of Sudan

Sudan, Africa is a grand place of high potential given its size and location within the continent of Africa. Within the Country of Sudan is a western region called Darfur. Darfur is a beautiful area that has turned ugly in its recent years. It has remained independent for a long period of time, while the states around Darfur have been fighting back against Ottoman Empire forces that were attempting to colonize the area. This was until 1847, when the leaders of Darfur had fallen or were killed.…

The genocide in Sudan has been struggling for political control. From the news that's spreading, the Darfur's include movements who were 'Sudan’s Liberation Army 'and the 'Justice and Equality Movement'. They have been fighting against the Janjaweed, whom are possibly under the control of the Sudanese government. They took control, killing hundreds each day. But, the Sudanese claims that they are not held accountable for these actions. The United Nations (UN) would have many options to stop…

Ethiopia is in the Horn of Africa and is the largest and most populated country. The capital is Addis Ababa, also known as the “New Flower”. Ethiopia contains multiple cultures and some of the most beautiful wildlife. Ethiopia’s government evolved overtime, fought and succeeded many wars, and has extraordinary locations to visit. Ethiopia was one of the only African nations that was not imperialized by the Europeans, but was colonized by Italy. Ethiopia is one of the most independent countries…

over a large waterfall before it reaches the grassy plains of Sudan. There it slows down. The river takes on a muddy gray color. Which is how the White Nile gets its name. After leaving these highlands, The White Nile crosses the plains of Sudan. Which passes through the huge Swamp called As Sudd. Beyond the As Sudd, The White Nile continues its journey down North. To the east, the Blue Nile flows north-ward in north-central Sudan, where both the Blue and White Nile meet. They come together…

tragic but have they ever thought about all the tragic things that happened in the past. Slavery. Word War I. World War II. People tortured. Many killed. Guns fired. Families separated. Genocide. The Sudanese civil wars were both a bad tragic time for Sudan, however, these events differ in how they started, one was because of the government and the southern rebels and the other was because of the underlying cause of conflict in the autonomy. Shots fired. People Dead. The first Sudanese civil…

In 1956 Sudan finally achieved independence from the British colonizers. Around this same time, surrounding countries had military coups, dictators, and corrupt government developing. The question that remained in everyone’s mind was one of Sudan’s fate. Author’s used this opportunity to write excerpts, poetry, and novels to analyze the Sudanese, their government, and ultimately those who they felt were to blame for the turmoil Sudan and the surrounding areas, the British. One of those authors…

In A Long Walk to Water, Linda Sue Park tells a true story about one of the thousands of Lost Boys of Sudan, named Salva. Salva ran when the Second Sudanese Civil War hit his village. This story takes place in Southern Sudan to Ethiopia to Kenya. He moves from country to country to get away from the war. Also Linda made up a character, named Nya. Just to incite how life was after the war. Linda Sue Park’s main character, Salva survived by being strategic, by getting help from others, and by…

Poseidon made the men pay for what they did. Although they did this, it was just something many do when they go to war against another country. This does not take away from the fact that Odysseus was a hero that greatly contributed to Greece's ancient history with his courage, leadership, and…

“A Long Walk To Water,” a book about two kids who have obstacles to overcome. This amazing novel was written by the Newbery Medalist, Linda Sue Park. Who also wrote,” One Single Shard and Seesaw Girl.” Linda Sue Park writes realistic fiction. This story is about Salva Dut, a boy who is part of the dinka and separated from his family at a young age, due to war. And about Naya, a girl who is part of the nuer tribe, and has to walk eight hours a day to get water for her family, that isn’t even…

The Struggle of Today’s Arab Youth At a time when the western world and all the freedoms enjoyed in it are a tap or click away; the struggle for Arab youth is an entirely foreign one to previous generations. Arab youth are struggling with a crisis of their learned identity clashing severely with the world they see in mass culture, a free world they desperately want to live in and be a part of. Access to the Internet, technology and the resultant rapidly amplified globalization has made their…