1910’s In America Essay Examples

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A Paper on 1950’s in America as Happy Days (1205 words, 2 pages)

Socially, economically and, politically, the 1950's were the "happy days." The 1950's were marked with many historical events, positive and negative. The decade had its downfalls, but they were nothing compared to the improvement of life in all aspects. The economy was booming, making families feel more financially stable than ... Read More

A Paper on History of America’s Nation Building (1762 words, 3 pages)

We the People Declaring our independence from the British Crown was only the beginning of our development of becoming a successful, and independent and free nation. It marked the need to create a sound national government under a new constitution that would be strong enough to rule the nation. Between ... Read More

NFL Football America’s Favorite Pastime (927 words, 2 pages)

Americas favorite pastime is sport. Millions and millions of dollars have been spent publicizing sport, and on the same token millions and millions of dollars have also been spent watching it. Children grow up idolizing sport. Parents have been obsessed with sport. In Texas football is valued very high- from ... Read More

A Paper on the Family Structure in 1950’s in America (843 words, 1 pages)

Ahhh, the fifties. It was a time of prosperity, fear of destruction, and the typical American family. There was a set way for everything to be, and to vary from that way meant that you werent a true American. This type of thinking set the stage for the rebellious ideas ... Read More

Prohibition and America’s War on Drugs (2715 words, 9 pages)

The United States of Americas war on drugs today is very similar to Americas Prohibition of Alcohol in the 1920's. These two major issues of their time may not seem like they can be logically compared, but statistics for usage and a correlating rise in crime for both eras show ... Read More

An Essay on America’s Economy after WWI (2409 words, 4 pages)

After World War I was over, Europe and America were left in shatters. Though the destruction was not to the same extent in both continents, the repercussions were strongly felt. The effects of the World War I led to a thriving American economy. However, after a decade of prosperity, many ... Read More

My Commitment to America’s Future (645 words, 1 pages)

"My Commitment to America's Future" From miles of roads to acres of vast forests, America stands as a land not just of opportunity but of privilege, hope, success, determination, and equality. A nation where seeds were once planted, and now have grown to a forest of many different shapes and ... Read More

Consequences of America’s Participation in the Vietnam War (1493 words, 2 pages)

American troops landed in Vietnam in the spring of 1965 that was probably the biggest mistake the United States of America have made in its 200 plus years of existence. As a result, the country's concern turned towards, next to the civil rights movement, the war in Vietnam, mostly in ... Read More

The Role and Impact of Music in 1950’s and 1960’s in America (2997 words, 4 pages)

The 1950's in America were considered a true awakening of youth culture. If this is true then the 1960's was a decade of discovery. It was a decade marred by social unrest, civil rights injustice, and violence abroad. These were some of the factors that lead to a revolution that ... Read More

America’s Obsession on Having an Attractive Appearance (1015 words, 3 pages)

In America there is an obsession with being good looking, and currently, tan skin is in. These days tanning salons are as easy to find as a Mc Donald's drive thru. They are affordable and provide quick results. Sure you will look great, but what is the price to pay ... Read More

Public Speaking America’s Number One Fear (2626 words, 4 pages)

COMMUNICATION APPREHENSION It all starts at a young age when you get associated with the quiet kids. Often you are the shy one in the class, but no one really thinks much of it. Then you move on to middle school and have a handful of friends, still though, you ... Read More

The Great Depression of 1929’s and America’s Economy (2519 words, 4 pages)

A depression is a deep and extended slump in total business activity, where both buying and selling drop, causing a decline in production, prices, income and employment. Money becomes limited, many businesses fail and many workers lose their jobs. Unemployed workers have less money to spend, which leads to further ... Read More

Critical Analysis of Australia’s Relationship with America (682 words, 1 pages)

There are many issues that must be assessed when critically analysing our relationship with America. People for this strong alliance argue that we hold similar ideals and that without America, we are leaving ourselves open to military and terrorist attacks. Those against this reliance suggest that by having these close ... Read More

Different, but Equal: America’s Multicultural Identity (929 words, 2 pages)

What is a nation? According the dictionary, a nation is a relatively large group of people who share common customs, origins, history, and frequently language a nationality (www.dictionary.com). Some people believe that America is a melting pot a country where everyones cultural diversities melt away and we all come together ... Read More

The Three Important Changes in America During the 1920s (1689 words, 6 pages)

The 1920s were an age of spectacular social and political change, we call it The Roaring Twenties. It was the first time that more Americans moved into cities than on farms. The nations wealth was doubled between 1920 and 1929, and this economic change had an effect on every American. ... Read More

Is Third World Immigration a Threat to America’s Way of Life? (519 words, 2 pages)

Without no doubt, immigration has become one of the most controversial topics of debate here in the United States. Just as immigration has grown so has the numbers of those who oppose immigration. We've learn that immigration has been part of the United States for a long time, and a ... Read More

Effects of Nuclear Energy in America’s Environment (1381 words, 5 pages)

War and technology have been important themes in modern American environmental history. In many example, wartime need has resulted in new technologies that have had peacetime application, but have also resulted in negative environmental impacts. Development of the atomic bomb during WWII nuclear testing in the pacific (Bilini and Enewetak) ... Read More

Immigrating to America (827 words, 2 pages)

I had the most difficult time when I left the country that I was born in and where I grew up. I had to leave my original country and immigrate, first to Sudan and then, to Kenya, followed by the US, which is our main destination. Why the US? Because ... Read More

Puritans in America (614 words, 2 pages)

The word Puritan is a term given to the people escaping religious persecution in England. The Puritans wanted to come to America to purify their religion and their beliefs. The puritans wanted to come to America to start a new life. They also wanted to start their own religion which ... Read More

Multiculturalism in America (622 words, 2 pages)

America is called the melting pot because of the cultural assimilation that has occurred over the years, and the Americanization of many people and cultures. This phenomenon can also be looked at as the presence of diversity. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, diversity is defined as the quality of having ... Read More

The 1960’s in America (1211 words, 5 pages)

Weve got this gift of love is like a precious plant. You cant just accept it and it in the cupboard or just think its going to get on by itself. Youve got to keep on watering it. Youve got to really look after it and nurture it. John Lennon. ... Read More

America’s Freedoms: Is There Hope for Improvement? (623 words, 2 pages)

America the land of the free and the home of the brave. A name given to us centuries ago by the star spangled banner. Are we still what we were when that song was written? Honestly no, not entirely anyways, but, we are close. The freedoms we have had for ... Read More

Obesity in America (783 words, 3 pages)

Even though David Zinczenko and Radley Balko both agree that obesity is a problem in America, Zinczenko focuses more on how fast food companies should do a better job on supplying nutritional facts on their food while Radley Balko focuses on how the government should quit focusing on how the ... Read More

Obesity in America (579 words, 2 pages)

Over thirty five percent of people in America are obese, I was part of that thirty five percent. Being fat I am sure isnt just a choice someone makes it sort of just happens. Im not saying that it cant be fixed or helped it just kind of happens due ... Read More

The Conquest of America (1485 words, 4 pages)

The most significant factor in the successful conquest of the Americasby Europeans is the cultural difference between Natives and Europeans,which includes the conception of the ownership of land, respect ofpeople and the practice of tolerance. The Natives do not have a clear perception of land ownership. Theyconsidered land as common ... Read More

Theology in America (2069 words, 8 pages)

Anne Hutchinson and George WhitfieldAnne Hutchinson was a woman of ready wit and bold spirit1 who spoke out against the beliefs and mandates of John Winthrop of her community in Massachusetts. Her open beliefs on salvation were deliberately against those already established in the village. Anne believed that a persons ... Read More

The Statue of Liberty’s Perspective on America’s Future (943 words, 4 pages)

She stands atop America, looking down on the people below. They rush from place to place, never stopping, never seeing. Though the years pass by and the droughts and disasters come and go, though new presidents are elected and the economy fluctuates, she stands strong. She watches and waits for ... Read More

Is the Show America’s next Top Model Appropriate for Teenage Viewers (591 words, 2 pages)

There are many TV shows out and we simply like them because they are just TV shows. We don't think about the message it sends sometimes to kids, teenagers or adults. However teenagers are the ones who watch TV the most especially since they have access to their cell phone ... Read More

Segregation in America Since the 1950s (995 words, 3 pages)

It seems unimaginable that just fifty years ago segregation existed. Today in 2013 segregation existed as it once did. In 1963 African Americans werent allowed to eat or even use the same rest rooms as Caucasians. I couldnt image what it was like for African Americans during that time. Now ... Read More

HIV and America’s Youth (1947 words, 8 pages)

Taming the HIV epidemic among Americas youth has been a priority of medical professionals, public health administrators, and human service professionals for the past several years. By collaborating the resources of these three institutions, it may be possible to help reduce the number of new HIV infections among the youth ... Read More