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- 1151: 1920s And 1930s With Reference
- ... of America by adding to the confusion that had taken place after the conclusion of WW1. This was seen not only economically, but socially as well. Americans, in the years following the end of World War I found themselves in an era, where they simply wished to detach themselves from the troubles of Europeans and the rest of the world. During the years of the Twenties, the economy was prosperous, there was widespread social reform, new aspects of culture were established, and people found better ways to improve their lifestyle. Overall, the people, released from the pressures of a war government enjoyed life. The 1920s and 1930s defined America as a period when the society that so longed to forget the war, that they were slowly transformed into a population where self-love was rampant, and the morals that America had been so tediously grasping to, fell away. Through the novels of The Great Gatsby by ...
- 1152: Atom Bomb
- The United States' decision to drop the atomic bomb was intended to intimidate and keep the Soviet Union from invading Japan, but was also to end the war. Even without the atomic bomb, the Japanese empire would have collapsed. The United States, however, did not want to let the Soviet Union enter the war and invade Japan in order to spread communism. Before the atomic bomb, the US had already developed plans for the invasion of Japan. Therefore, there is great speculation that the bomb was dropped for diplomatic ... empire was crumbling. atomic bomb or no atomic bomb, the Japanese were on the verge of collapse. The American island-hopping had drained Japan of much of its natural resources, preventing them from carrying the war on much longer. When the question of whether the bomb should be dropped arose, people knew that the bomb was not necessary for a victory. The American Government knew, that Japan was essentially defeated ...
- 1153: A Farewell To Arms 2
- ... that the unfairness of life and the insignificance of our free will are apparently the most important themes in the book, but I don't agree. I also don't agree that it is a war story or a love story. Exactly what it is, though, is not clear to me. Can't art exist without being anything? "There isn't always an explanation for everything." War and love are obviously important themes in the book, and the relationship between the two is explored by Hemingway and, somewhat, by Henry. In the first two Books we are in the war and the war is overwhelming. In the last two Books we are in love. And, just as the first two Books are peppered with love in the time of war, the last two Books ...
- 1154: Star Trek - The Next Generation
- ... date: 41176.8 Captain's log. This is my (Captain Jean-Luc Picard of the U.S.S. Enterprise #NCC-17O1 D) account of the events leading up to and beyond the Federation and Romulan war (2380-2385 AD). Star date: 32851.2: The Enterprise received a distressed call from a fleeing scout ship. SOS... I am ... under ... attack!! request ... asylum ... Federation ... Space!!.. The ship was pushing the limits of its ... itself. In any event, I was certain that we would learn a lot more during the next few days. Star date: 32851.5: Captain Shaq claimed that he was defecting in order to prevent intergalactic war. He told us that the Romulan Empire has plans for an abominable new weapon for use against the Federation and any others who might dare to resist total domination of the Romulans. The weapon, called ... self-destruct sequence before leaving his vessel. Seconds later, the scout ship exploded. We immediately questioned Captain Shaq as to why he initiated the self-destruct. He replied, that though he wanted to prevent the war, he was no traitor and would not willingly give up the secrets of his people. Star date: 32854.5: After two days of deliberations, we are heading for Romulus -- the home planet of the ...
- 1155: Atomic Bomb 7
- ... two bombs opened the gates to the Nuclear age throughout the history of the world. Countries like Russia, India, the United States, and Great Britain, are currently developing more deadly atomic bombs, in case of war. The lives of millions of innocent people will be at risk. This is why we should fully understand the effects of the use of atomic bombs on mankind and the deadly repercussions such bombs will ... name of Albert Einstein first invented the Atomic Bomb during the late thirties and early forties. This was a time where the United States was involved in one of the worst wars ever recorded, World War Two. Hitler who lead the German army died later in the war was nicknamed the "Devil" himself (Bolt 5). After Germany was finally defeated, Japan continued on fighting. As a result on December 7, 1941 in Pearl Harbor a fleet of Japanese fighter pilots raided the ...
- 1156: Winston Churchill: A Biography
- ... Churchill didn't want to go to university. His dream was to be enrolled in the Royal Military College at Sandhurst. He graduated in 1894.After service in Cuba and India, he worked as a war-correspondent in Northern India, Sudan and in South Africa, where he was captured by the Boers. His daring escape made him an overnight celebrity. Churchill always wanted to become a politician. Early in his life ... cabinet as president of the Board of Trade. Winston's political missions became more and more important, in 1910 he became a member of the Admiralty. In 1913- 1914 Churchill completed British naval preparations for war. During World War Churchill made some fatal mistakes in war strategy. This was one of the main reasons that he was removed from the Admiralty when the Conservatives (many of whom now detested him) joined the government ...
- 1157: The Disadvantages and Advantages of the War of Independence
- The Disadvantages and Advantages of the War of Independence During this essay you will learn the advantages and disadvantages of the Americans and British during the War of Independence. You will hear about the strong will of the Americans and their passion for freedom. The Britishs strength and amazing military tactics. How America over came such a big hurdle in the ... learned from the Indians. They had a leader with devotion to his colonies and its cause. They got aid from the French because the French had just gotten done with the French and Indian War and had a grudge against the British. The Americans with all the odds stacked up against them defeated the British. The war had finally come to an end when the Declaration of Independence was ...
- 1158: Relations Between Canada and Japan
- ... remote areas of North America particularly in the west. It is within this period of time we begin to see the discrimination begin against the first Japanese generation (Nikkei) in Canada. During the Second World War, Japanese Canadians were persecuted and were the victims of national discrimination. Japan had entered the war as an ally of Germany and had bombed the United States. As a result of the bombing at Pearl Harbour the relations between Japan and the US deteriorated which had a direct affect on Japanese living in the States. The dietitian of US-Japan relation had some influence on the prejudice Japanese experienced in Canada. The Canadian government interned Japanese Canadians during World War II, because of close political ties and influence of the US. Because Japanese were racially, and culturally different they were viewed as suspicious within communities across Canada. The residence of British Columbia were not ...
- 1159: A Farewell To Arms 2
- ... that the unfairness of life and the insignificance of our free will are apparently the most important themes in the book, but I don't agree. I also don't agree that it is a war story or a love story. Exactly what it is, though, is not clear to me. Can't art exist without being anything? "There isn't always an explanation for everything." War and love are obviously important themes in the book, and the relationship between the two is explored by Hemingway and, somewhat, by Henry. In the first two Books we are in the war and the war is overwhelming. In the last two Books we are in love. And, just as the first two Books are peppered with love in the time of war, the last two Books ...
- 1160: Truth and Consequences: Taking Advantage of the Loser of WWI
- Truth and Consequences: Taking Advantage of the Loser of WWI Although the costs and strain that World War I placed on the countries involved in it were unimaginable, the peace treaty Germany was forced to sign was neither fair nor just. Millions upon millions of men lost their lives or were wounded and ... they used every minute detail of the treaty to work to their advantage. The only positive detail of the treaty was the League of Nations. The League was planned to reduce the chances of another war. This Covenant of the League of Nations was made the first part of the Treaty of Versailles. Further on in the treaty Germany was forbidden to create any new or maintain any old fortifications on ... an overwhelming Republican majority in Congress. The citizens of the U.S. were disgusted with Democrats and their way of politics. Not until July 2, 1921 did the Untied States officially end the state of war between themselves, Germany, and Austria-Hungary. The United States finally made treaties with Austria and Germany which were signed August 24 at Vienna and August 25 at Berlin. In conclusion, Germany was not dealt ...
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