Essays on History of The United States

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The Challenges African Americans Faced in The United States

2 pages / 928 words

The English language is widely dispersed around the world because of the influence of the British Empire in the 18th century, and of the United States since the mid-20th century. English has become the leading language of international discourse. Also, it has become a lingua...

African American History Martin Luther King Rosa Parks

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The North Won The Deadliest American Civil War

3 pages / 1462 words

No one would have imagined that the American Civil War would turn into the deadliest war in American history. It was certifiably not a war in which people expected, but it was a war with the Confederate States (South) and the Union (North). The Civil...

American Civil War Civil War

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Social Tension in Post-civil War America

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The American War started in 1961 and ended in 1965. The effects of the war were severe, and the Americans had to correct its aftermath, and the period after the war has come to be known as the Reconstruction Era. It was followed by economic...

American Civil War American History

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The Idea of The "American Dream"

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The American Dream was possible at a time, definitely at some point and time was achievable through hard work and perseverance. In this day and age, however, the American Dream is not possible. This is the case because of the history of our country and...

American Dream American History

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The Evolution of The American Dream

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The American Dream is an idea that America gives the opportunity for anyone to succeed, however, success itself is defined by the individual. The accessibility of this idea that was once the pinnacle of living in America is being challenged, but should it be? The...

American Dream American History

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Cultural Differences to Obtain The American Dream

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As different cultural groups immigrated to the United States, they seeked for a better life and future for their family. When they arrive to the United States, they encountered racial discrimination and segregation. As a way to voice their concerns, artists created paintings and murals...

American Dream American History Immigration to America

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The American Dream for Immigrants

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Migration to a new country often embodies the pursuit of what is popularly known as the “American Dream.” This term, first popularized by historian James Truslow Adams in his 1931 book *Epic of America*, suggests that every individual should have the opportunity to achieve happiness,...

American Dream American History Immigration to America

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Reason of The Black Lives Matter Movement

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In this century across the nation children of all backgrounds are experiencing at an early age discussion about race, gender equality, sexual orientation, religion, and different cultures it’s at the forefront of their everyday lives many people avoid this discussion because they fear that conversation...

Black Lives Matter Civil Rights Movement White Privilege

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Social Aspects of Racial Discrimination in The Hate U Give

1 page / 640 words

Racial discrimination is a longstanding problem in the United States. Racism goes way back in time which begins with slavery and then the civil war follows on. After the war, the racist legacy of slavery would persist, which spurs the brave movements of resistance including...

American History Black Lives Matter The Hate U Give

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The Golden State of America

1 page / 582 words

California aka The Golden State is a region of human diversity and rich geography. There were many things that have shaped the history of the most populous of the United States. California was never perfect but was always doing what was best for the people....

Californian Gold Rush Pearl Harbor

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Influence of Gold Rush: Unique Californian Society

2 pages / 1061 words

According to Isenberg’s collection of primary sources from the gold rush era, the imposition of US power and culture on a newly conquered territory in California partially influenced Californian society, prominently shown through Californians’ efforts to prohibit slaves. However, Californian society was unique compared to...

American History Californian Gold Rush

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History of California: Gold Rush

5 pages / 2299 words

When addressing the history of California and its cities, there are a handful of notable areas that stand out as some of the most prominent in the state. To most, these may include cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Oakland, and Berkeley, among...

American History Californian Gold Rush

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Global Effects of California Gold Rush

2 pages / 791 words

Even before the Gold Rush craze, there were many people who moved to California in search of “a romantic vision of life, attracting more Americans who sought more than agricultural life and familial responsibilities.” The later findings of gold in early 1848 by James Marshall,...

American History Californian Gold Rush

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Finding Gold in Cali: California Gold Rush

2 pages / 868 words

Introduction Throughout history, gold has been discovered many times. It was discovered by not only the Egyptians but the Romans and the Greeks as well. However, never in history has there ever been a gold rush, because when gold was discovered, it was typically all...

American History Californian Gold Rush

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The Civil Rights Movement and African American Discriminations

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Racism has a major impact on the Aborigines, and this is why they have a lower socioeconomic status and severely lower health to the rest of Australians. Therefore, something needs to be done now to remove racism from society. The United States Civil Rights movement...

Civil Rights Movement Discrimination

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The Civil Rights Movement About National Indentify

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Benedict Anderson was a historian and political scientist who is best known for his book “imagined community” published in 1983, he used this concept to explain and analyse nationalism. Nationalism refers to “the territorial expression of an identity”, this shared national identity promotes the belonging...

Civil Rights Movement National Identity

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The Civil Rights Movement About African American People

2 pages / 1118 words

Police brutality against African Americans has been an egregious issue in the United States since the days of the Civil Rights Movement, with the campaigns in Birmingham in 1963-1964 and the marches in Selma being primary examples. In today’s society, police brutality has become one...

African American Civil Rights Movement

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Music Made The Civil Right Movement’s Identity

3 pages / 1196 words

Americans listen to music 4.5 hours per day, so this is almost 32 hours per week (McIntyre, par. 2). A lot of Americans listen to music for different reasons. Some people listen to music to concentrate better, to make them feel better, or to relieve...

Black Lives Matter Civil Rights Movement

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Generation of The Civil Rights Movement

3 pages / 1196 words

Introduction Throughout history, racial discrimination has been a persistent issue worldwide. The Stolen Generation of Australia is one of many atrocities in history. The group known as the ‘Stolen Generation’ comprises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children who were removed from their families without fair...

Civil Rights Movement