Essays on Contemporary History

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Memories About Apartheid in Native Nostalgia by Jacob Dlamini

2 pages / 702 words

Introduction Carving out a pathway from the typical musings when examining nostalgia, Jacob Dlamini’s Native Nostalgia challenged the stereotype that black people living under apartheid have no happy memories of their past in South Africa. “The only purpose it serves is to reduce white South...

Apartheid Nostalgia

154

The Influence of Colonisation and Apartheid on Black African Communities

5 pages / 2276 words

Introduction Whiteness has undermined the value of black communities, in this black people are no longer accurately represented by their own beliefs and culture. This essay will focus on why these negative perceptions have come about, look at a way to resolve them and restore...

Apartheid

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Apartheid as a Racial Socialism in South Africa

5 pages / 2312 words

If it accepted that one’s vision of the future is shaped by an interpretation of the present and past, then any discussion of the conditions of post-apartheid South Africa requires a thorough understanding of apartheid. An active dispute over the nature of apartheid ids identified...

Apartheid South Africa

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The Life and Accomplishments of Mother Teresa

1 page / 481 words

Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier. Is one of the many inspirational quotes from Mother Teresa. Mother Teresa was also called Saint Teresa of Calcutta dedicated her time to caring for the poor and sick. Mother...

Famous Person Mother Teresa Someone Who Inspires Me

157

Cuban Missile Crisis as a World Changing Event

3 pages / 1475 words

In the decade of the 1960’s, there was an expanse of many different world changing events. From civil rights movements to landing a man on the moon so many things happened. One event that took place in October of 1962 that was very important and...

Cold War Cuban Missile Crisis International Relations

158

The Role of Nelson Mandela in The Fight Against Apartheid

2 pages / 964 words

Nelson Mandela is one of the most impactful and moral political leaders of modern times. He was an activist, lawyer, father, prisoner, survivor, and eventuality, president. As a vehement believer in human dignity and the equal rights of all people regardless of origins or backgrounds,...

Activism Apartheid Nelson Mandela

159

A Research of Apartheid Racism in South Africa

4 pages / 1771 words

Introduction The motive of this essay is to state and define the term racism. It is commonly the belief in the superiority of one group of people to another, which often feedback in injustice and discrimination based on their lives where individuals come from. However,...

Apartheid South Africa

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Depiction of South Africa During Apartheid in Master Harold and The Boys by Athol Fugard

4 pages / 1710 words

At first glance, one would not understand the depth and significance of Athol Fugard’s work. One of his works is Master Harold and the Boys which is an especially significant playwright because it was written by a white South African during the apartheid era in...

Apartheid Fiction South Africa

161

Critical Analysis of The Green Revolution

4 pages / 1751 words

As an arts student, I have been able to have and appreciate the opportunity of joining in on sociology courses. Reflecting back over these past 12 weeks, I had the moments of engaging in challenging yet cognitive global topics. By cognitive, I would like to...

American History Green Revolution

162

Mother Teresa – an Example of a Great Leader

1 page / 662 words

We all have a person we look up to whether it may be your mom, grandpa, singer, etc. But sometimes they may not be the best leader, but they may not be the best example of a leader. One excellent example of a leader is...

Leader Mother Teresa

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Mother Teresa and Her Journey to Nunhood

2 pages / 1005 words

“Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love”. This quote was written and lived out by a saint who touched the lives of those in need around the world. This woman is best known for her...

Mother Teresa

164

The Green Revolution and Its Benefits in India

2 pages / 840 words

The three basic elements of India’s green revolution were the use of seeds with improved genetics, the continued expansion of plantations, and established farmland double-cropping. Through improving plant genetics, farmers were able to grow plants that were more disease resistant and, among other things, yielded...

Green Revolution India

165

Investigation of How John F. Kennedy Was Responsible for Causing The Cuban Missile Crisis

5 pages / 2168 words

This investigation will explore the question: How responsible was John F. Kennedy for causing the 1963 Cuban Missile Crisis? The years 1962 & 1963 will be the focus of this investigation, as well as any post-crisis or pre-crisis evidence that can be used in this...

Cuban Missile Crisis John F. Kennedy

166

The Lessons We Can Learn from Mother Teresa

4 pages / 1660 words

Mother Teresa is a Saint that devoted her entire life to other people. To me, that alone is enough for her to exemplify herself as someone who demonstrates the beatitudes more so than anyone else. The fact, her entire life was devoted to helping other...

Catholic Church Mother Teresa

167

The 1920’s – a Decade of Social Change

2 pages / 883 words

Fads going on in the 20’s brought on a never ending list of needs and improvements. The trends happening at this time “ flavored the air”. During this time period cars were brought about, this created a never ending trail of needs. Cars needed gas,...

1920S Roaring Twenties

168

Fidel Castro and The Bay of Pigs Invasion Failure

7 pages / 3402 words

The Bay of Pigs invasion took place from 17 April to 19 April 1961 in Cuba. The USA’s aim was to invade Cuba and overthrow the government who were under the leadership of Fidel Castro, in addition to keeping the entire operation covert. The Central...

Cuban Missile Crisis Fidel Castro

169

The Atlantic Slave Trade and The Plantation Slavery of The New World as The Roots of European Racism

5 pages / 2421 words

Introduction The transatlantic slave trade involved the transportation of slaves in Africa, by slave traders mainly to the Americas. This essay is going to evaluate the following statement that “the roots of European racism are to be found I the transatlantic trade and the plantation...

Atlantic Slave Trade Slave Trade Slavery in The World

170

Credit Mobilier Scandal During The Gilded Age

1 page / 421 words

Mark Twain was an influential American author who labeled 19th-century America as the “Gilded Age.” When saying this, he meant that the period appeared prosperous on the surface but was deeply corrupt underneath. This era was characterized by rapid economic growth, significant industrial advancements, and...

19Th Century Gilded Age

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The Benefits Brought by Gilded Age to America

2 pages / 736 words

Gilded Age America was a time between the Civil War and World War 1 which in the time the US economy grew rapidly, there was a lot of political corruption and corporate financial misdealings. A lot of wealthy people lived very fancy lives spending money...

19Th Century Gilded Age