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of the Atlantic Wall consisted of descriptions of where the Allies would land and why, and how to best use Germany’s limited resources to fight off the intruder. Rommel’s recommendations consisted of massive minefields, foreshore obstacles such as concrete bunkers and underwater devices, and air–landing obstacles. The use of minefields as a means of defense for the Atlantic Wall was influenced by Rommel’s campaign against the British in North Africa, which “made the maximum possible use of mines…

aiding one’s family will ultimate better one’s self. A cost rewards analysis, as well as social exclusion can also be depicted as highly motivated by a person’s needs and survival; and therefore can once more be deemed selfish. Thus, by grasping a concrete understanding of one’s ultimate purpose in a given situation, the question as whether we are driven by a natural selfless capacity or with intention of maximizing personal gain can be ascertained. Unquestionably, acts of genuine and…

an institute have definitely increased and over the last 65 years, women’s place in society in the United States has changed by great measures. In the grand scheme of all that has happened, gender norms and roles are still heavy factors that are reinforced by the greater society. There will always be great room for progress, which will continue be a fight…

Theory Application: Novice to Expert Patricia Benner’s theory of novice to expert illustrates a nurse’s growth professionally and educationally. First, Benner made a distinction between practical knowledge and theoretical knowledge. Practical knowledge, according to Benner, is “knowing-how,” which is the developed knowledge base and skill acquisition of a nurse (Alligood & Tomey, 2010, p. 139-40). It is during this phase that nurses apply knowledge or skills to their practice, but may not…

Psychology has evolved greatly since its philosophical roots and was first founded by Wilhelm Wundt in 1879. Psychological experimentation originally began in 700 BC in Ancient Egypt, when Pstamik I who was fascinated with language ordered children into the wild to see how their language skills would develop as, in spite of this psychology had not yet emerged as a separate discipline. Years later, in the 17th century, Rene Descartes introduced the theory of Cartesian dualism, suggesting the…

Franklin D. Roosevelt: President of the U.S. from March 4, 1933 -April 12, 1945 (so during WW2). Stood for an isolationist policy so the U.S. could focus on domestic policy in solving the Great Depression. Responsible for “The New Deal”, which tried to revamp U.S. economy Neville Chamberlain: British PM from 1937-1940. His main policy was appeasement with Germany, believing Hitler’s wants could be satiated. In the beginning, he was hailed as a hero for keeping peaceful diplomatic relationships,…

Experiencing Others School systems are complex entities where a “one-size-fits-all” perspective is neither acceptable nor effective, and leaders must balance what is mandatory and what is appropriate, fair, and just for individuals. As a literacy leader for the school system, I am committed to learning as a process, not only for students and teachers, but for myself as well. To maintain a realistic pulse on students’ and the community’s needs, engagement, building relationships, and honoring…

General Truong had a sense of unease as the Tet holiday began on 29 January. Although his intelligence staff did not think the enemy had the capability or the intention of launching a major attack against Hue, the general was painfully aware of the city’s vulnerabilities. His division was tough and battle tested but stretched uncomfortably thin throughout I Corps. Two battalions of the 3d Infantry Regiment were west of Hue, one on a routine sweep mission and the other undergoing training at…

Is It Organic Architecture, or Not? Years ago, I was traveling out in western America and I discovered something truly remarkable. It was the buildings; they had aesthetics that blended in with their environment and landscape around them, appearing as if they were part of the desert (environment) themselves. Stone and marble rock garnered the front exteriors, much similar to the ones laying on the ground. The exterior walls had tan or brown stucco, giving the feel of the western desert. Then,…

His trip to Albania gave him something to look forward to if he could ever possibly afford it. When Allister came by with the news that he and his wife were going to pay for his mission trip, it left him speechless. His next trip was to northern India. All-in-all, he went there, three times. From there he went to Africa. His heart jumped for joy, every time he saw a child’s face when they connected to the world via the Internet, for the very first time. He felt that girl’s had a right to equal…