Holland America Line

In 1492, Christopher Columbus set sail westward across the Atlantic Ocean in hope to find a route to China and India. He commanded a fleet of three ships named the Nina, Pinta, and the Santa Maria. His voyages lead to a profound event that changed the world. Several explores began expeditions discovering new land across the western hemisphere. The Europeans were looking for new land due to their significant population increase, the bubonic plague, and establishment for new governments. These new…

a brave hero who not only proved that the world was flat, but, also discovered the Americas where you and me live. Here is good lesson for all of you children. Just because a majority of people believe in something does not make that something true. Just take this for example. Most people think that giving you guys sugar will make all hyperactive.…

english had a clear plan to create a lasting future for generations to come. Although Spain made a lasting impression during the initial colonization of the New World, England was the most successful country when it came to settling in North America. Spain had many disadvantages in comparison with England. Its initial success was attributed to being the the first…

unlike the Southern colonies whose income came from slavery and agriculture. The triangular trade route was one economic effect mercantilism brought to the New England colonies. The triangular trade route had three points connecting trade between the Americas, Europe, and West Africa. Slaves from West Africa were sold and traded for European goods and things like tobacco and hemp were exported from the…

David Kingi U.S History Mr. White Louis and Clark Expedition Journal Project During our expedition through the new land we found new plants, animals, and ancient artifacts. During my time there we saw new species, and history. It was so exiting when we were exploring the new territory. Here is some of the exiting things we discovered. New Plants: Bitterroot: A small plan found in grassland, bears a single pink flower. The flower was eaten by tribes like the Shoshone and the flathead…

Since the 16th century, the legacy of Spanish superiority ran rapidity throughout the newly founded colonies in Latin America. Immediately following the defeat of existing governments in the New World, the Spanish took over colonial control using hegemony. Hegemony is, “a kind of domination that implies a measure of consent by those at the bottom” (Chasteen 57). When the Spanish colonized the New World they brought with them their own hierarchically organized society, where members had clear…

HISTORY OF BRAZIL CUISINE Brazil is a very large country and its people come from many different backgrounds. The cuisine of a country is determined largely by the societies, customs and traditions within that culture. Certain foods and ingredients also shows the culture of a country. Brazilian cuisine has European and African influences. It is known by region, showing the country's mix of native and immigrant peoples, and its continental size as well. This has created a national cuisine.…

seems that many individuals are increasingly going out of their way to purchase items, mainly, clothing that has the label of “Made in America”. The question is why is this trend becoming so popular? Could the reasons be, because of quality and a certain class that can afford these items? Or is it because of jobs coming to America?. Or is it having pride in America? No matter the case, the fact is American made products are becoming more important and popular in the people of the U.S.A.. One…

F= Facts: The case title is R.v. Dudley and Stephens (1884) 14 QBD 273. On May 19, 1884 a yacht set sail to Sydney, Australia from Southampton, England. There are four men involved in this case the crew of the Mignonette, Tom Dudley, Edwin Stephens, Edmund Brooks, and Richard Parker. The captain Dudley and crewman Stephens were charged with the murder of the cabin boy Parker. The yacht sank off the coast of South Africa on July 5, 1600 miles away from Cape of Good Hope. The crew could access…

On the Andrea Doria, Capt. Calamai reported that right before the collision he saw the Stockholm’s red sidelight and forward masthead light swing to the left of the higher aft masthead light (Halpern, 2008). This indicated to Capt. Calamai that the Stockholm was turning into them. In response, Capt. Calami ordered hard left rudder and signaled on the whistle his turn to port (Halpern, 2008). However, his attempts failed as well. The Andrea Doria’s starboard side was no giant crater, and the…