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I. The European Reconnaissance of the World’s Oceans: b/w 1400-1800, European mariners launched series of exploratory voyages 1. Motives for Exploration –prompted Europeans to explore the world’s oceans. Search for basic resources and lands, establish new trade routes to Asian markets, and expand the influence of Christianity. a) Portuguese Exploration: -poor kingdom of Portugal searched for fresh resources and lands -from 13th century, Portuguese seamen ventured away from coasts to…

Twelve years after leaving the military service, Brigadier General Felix A. Brawner (Ret) on June 10, 2000 of the Scout Ranger fame gave his debut recital in Camp Aguinaldo at the Association of Generals and Flag Officers (AGFO) center. The explanation of General Brawner as to why it was entitled as “No guts, no glory” is simple when a person for the first time that he will perform on stage there is a possibility of trembling because of fear that is not far to happen. But if the person has the…

He was pledged guilty on December 7, 1945 for not stopping wicked war crimes from his troops, proven from a two-month trial. During their time in Manila, eight thousand civilians were killed, five hundred women were raped, and the Manila Massacre took place. Some say that others’ actions are not his fault and shouldn’t be accounted for, but “…the atrocities were so widespread that Yamashita must have known about them and could have prevented…

In Budjette Tan and KaJo Baldisimo's "Trese: Murder on Balete Drive," Alexandra Trese investigated some supernatural crimes that occurred in parts of Metro Manila, caused by different supernatural beings. In the society that Ms. Trese interacts, different facets of cultures, dominantly the set of norms, existed. This paper will trace and will analyze the development of cultures in the mentioned society and how it played its part on shaping the contemporary society. Assertion on the Existence of…

Between 1954 and 1975, the United States interfered with Russia’s spread of Communism in Vietnam. The book, The Ugly American, became a synonym with everything wrong with American foreign policy by telling the story of two very different American Ambassadors’ interactions with people in Southeast Asia and their styles of handling particular episodes. While Ambassador Louis Sears is unfocused, easily manipulated, and oblivious, his successor, Ambassador Gilbert MacWhite, is determined, a…

“Wait… I was under the impression that all infected areas been quarantined at this point,” Governor Lewis proclaimed. Everyone at the table kept their mouths shut, as they felt an intensity that would soon escalate into power struggle steadily increasing. “Governor!” Hanes said, sternly as he raised his voice back at Lewis while pounding his fist on the conference table. “This sickness has covered two major cities, several states, scores of counties, and a myriad of townships…

The Impact of the Spanish-American War The Spanish-American War was the clash between the United States and the Spanish Kingdom. The war started when Cuba wanted independence from Spain. Spain’s attempts to layoff the rebellion were addressed in the United States newspapers. Their curiosity sparked. After the anonymous sinking of the USS Maine in Cuba in Havana Harbor, United States’ intervention became a popular and growing command. The War ended when America gained possession of territories…

Many teenagers have been sentenced to imprisonment for crimes lately, and it has left us with a decision of whether we shouldn’t incarcerate them and only should be taken under probation or detention. There are people who will say “They are only minors, and they don’t deserve to be treated harshly,” that is so inhumane to punish young individuals for their actions. As said by UNICEF, “If they wane, breeding their teenage years in a prison, they most probably will be damaged for life.” Firstly,…

was captured and brought to trial for his war crimes. The General was found guilty on 43 counts of different types of war crimes during his tenure in the Bataan peninsula. General Homma was executed by a firing squad in the Philippines outside of Manila on April 3, 1946. Many memorials and events are in place every year to remember those brave Filipino and American Soldiers that made a remarkable and unbelievable journey. In addition, for those that paid the ultimate sacrifice for their…

The Spanish-American war occurred when spanish colonies between the Western Pacific Ocean and Latin America wanted to gain independence from Spain. War began when Cuba revolted from the Spanish government of Spain in February 1995. The United States, (which avoided foreign affairs and followed the Monroe Doctrine), involved themselves militarily once America’s investments in Cuban companies became a risk. President William McKinley did not want to involve the young nation into a war, however…