Louisville, Kentucky

The Civil War was a pivot point in the history of The United States. Between 1860 and 1861 Texas, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, and Louisiana were the first seven states the seceded from the Union and carried on with their own political affairs and government hence leading to the Civil War. After the War began in 1861, the seven states were joined by four other southern states, Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and Arkansas. These eleven states formed the Confederate…

Lisa Benson is a somewhat well known political cartoonist and radio show host. This cartoon has been posted and reposted across multiple websites and shared numerous times over social media. Like her other cartoons, it has no original source or website that it was posted to. On the surface, there are several babies sitting at the feet of a very disgruntled gorilla. From the imagery it is concluded that it is supposed to be a gorilla enclosure or exhibit. The words ‘NATIONAL DEBT’ are printed on…

and settlement of what is now Kentucky, but at the time was part of Virginia. As a young adult Daniel Boone made up for hi farm income by hunting and trapping animals for their pelts, which he would then sell in the fur market. Through occupational interest, Daniel Boone first discovered easy routes through the area. In 1775, Boone blazed his Wilderness Road that led through the Cumberland Gap in the Appalachian Mountains from North Carolina and Tennessee to Kentucky despite some resistance from…

292,627 were slaves. Due to Virginia’s heavy influence on Kentucky that was prompted by a majority of first settlers having Virginian roots, many expected Kentucky to follow suit in establishing harsh slave laws. However, Kentucky was open to influence from both its Virginian roots and expansionist Northerners attempt to establish a free state, causing many to wonder how the state would…

Introduction The American Civil war occurred during the years 1861 – 1865, and as stated in the article titled “The Civil War”, it “was the cauldron that created modern America. The war preserved the Union, ending the possibility of the American nation dividing into two or more separate countries, in the process altering the nations politics and government, creating a strong presidency and an increasingly important federal infrastructure” (Finkelman sec. 1) However, the American Civil War did…

income that is substandard compared to the majority of the city. However, for those living in South Eastern Kentucky, poverty holds a definition that stretches far abroad the city limits. There is a large population in this rural setting who live below the poverty line. My point is not to invalidate those living in more urbanized areas, but bring awareness to the communities in South Eastern Kentucky who struggle with making ends meets This is an issue that I have seen with my own eyes: ever…

Horizontal World Even though the midwest is not as sought after as other states, there are certain aspects that make it just a unique. Its ability to provide a home to many immigrants from other countries looking for a new start is one of its qualities that make it so amazing. The midwest is a vast open land in the middle of the United Stats. Many of the resident rely on agriculture as a primary source of income. In the expert from The Horizontal World, Debra Marquart creates vivid imagery,…

production facility Suntory Mexicana in Mexico City. They concluded that the business could save 2MM USD in fixed costs by closing the Suntory Mexicana production facility. All Midori production that was based in Mexico City would transition to Frankfort Kentucky. The executive leadership team at Beam Suntory approved the proposal and the transition was declared successful. Midori production started at Frankfort in July and the Suntory Mexicana facility closed in September of 2015. Yes, 2MM…

New Hampshire is an enjoyable state to either live in or visit. It features many mesmerizing landmarks which contain mountains and vast green land. New Hampshire is known for many achievments. Whether it is natural beauty or man-made, New Hampshire has a lot to offer. Many visitors become stunned with its beauty and enjoy its natural resorts. New Hampshire , abbreviated NH, has a capital of Concord, and was originally named North Virginia and New England. It was established in 1788. New…

Our main target audience is the Westwind Neighborhood, in west Phoenix, AZ. However, we will also market to the rest of the Pendergast Elementary School district. Due to Pendergast District’s spans of 20 miles, for this event our secondary target audiences will only focus in the Amberlea, Desert Horizon, Desert Mirage, Pendergast, Sunset Ridge, and Villa de Paz neighborhoods. Not only are they closer to Westwind in proximity, all within West Phoenix and Glendale, but these neighborhoods have a…