Yalta Conference

surrendering. Not only would Japan have to fight one winner of WWII, but two. However, since Stalin knew we had been developing an impressive weapon, not only because he had spies involved in the Manhattan Project but because Truman hinted at the Potsdam Conference that we had one, he expected the United States to use it against their fellow enemies. If the U.S. chooses to delay the use of the A-bomb and the Japanese did not surrender after the Soviets entered the war, then Stalin might grow…

In the course of human events, it sometimes becomes necessary for Americans to evaluate their former presidents to determine how their actions affected the nation and whether they serve as beneficial role models for future presidents. The two presidents of the twentieth century that provide the most contrast in this regard are Democrat Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who served from 1933 until his death in 1945, and Republican Richard Milhous Nixon, who served from 1969 until his resignation in 1974…

For over a decade Franklin Delano Roosevelt led the America people, through the nation’s worst economic collapse and against authoritarian regimes that encapsulated the world in its second, and bloodiest, war. The only President to ever be elected to four consecutive terms, Roosevelt’s political success and immense popularity left a mark on the United States, though some authors contend his legacy is far from unblemished. A controversial figure, not only for his domestic policies but more…

Throughout history, wars have occurred for numerous reasons. Political, social and economic issues often contribute to war occurring. The results of war are unpredictable and could end up either helping or harming a country. World War I and World War II are both examples of wars that were sparked by conflict between countries. World War I started on July 28, 1914 when the central powers declared war on the allied powers. The central power consisted of Germany, Austria – Hungary, and Italy…

George Orwell, pseudonym of Eric Blair, is well known for his opposition to totalitarianism and communism. Having fought in the Spanish Revolution for the Loyalists, he has a background of totalitarian opposition. With the economic growth during the Great Depression was credited to dictators, such as Franco, Mussolini, Hitler, and Stalin, these tyrants gained popularity for their success. When Animal Farm was released in August of 1945, Stalin was credited with halting and pushing back the…

In the beginning, it was established that Japan that was in control of Korea from the annexation they made in 1910. April 1945 the Yalta Conference agreed to make a four power trusteeship for Korea near the end of World War two. Korea was split into two pieces, North and South Korea. The United States had control of the southern part of Korea below the 38th parallel, and the Soviet Union occupying the northern area. Later on in that year it was settled that the country would be reconnected and…

submitting to the Senate or Congress for approval since he assumes he can accomplish them within his own powers and authority. For example, there are some agreements that are made by the President such as the Vietnamese Peace Agreement in 1973, the Yalta Agreement in 1945 or the Iranian Hostage Agreement in 1981 (Grimmet). Nevertheless, the President has to take into account Congress’s opinion because Congress participates in most of international agreement such as decide an acceptable agreement…

INTRODUCTION The practice of shock-and-awe is an important part of the United States military practices. To display such spectacular force and power that it will make the opponents want to drop their guns and flee is exactly what was intended from the use of atomic bombs. While the Japanese were the literal militant targets of the bombs, one may argue that the real reason for these attacks was the growing influence of the Soviet Union. The saving of potential lives is just a positive aspect…

Westward Expansion Via Manifest Destiny LG: How did Americans come to believe in Manifest Destiny? Americans came to believe in Manifest Destiny, by John O’ Sullivan stating, “God has given land to Americans”. Thus, making the country to believe that it was justifiable, that Americans should expand the country from coast to coast. Though the expansion lead to Sectionalism with the North and South. Due to America’s history, culture, and government, Americans thought that they were the best…

Since the late 19th century to the 21st century, different historical events such as wars and political ideology has shaped America’s involvement and goals with foreign conflict. Even in the establishment of the United States, Americans were engaged in foreign affairs. Public opinion has to be altered depending on the time and values the people upheld. Conflict of interest is another reforming aspect with the visions of the two political parties being incompatible. This rich history in the…