Category: History 3303
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The Indian Mutiny of 1857: Causes of the Rebellion
The rebellion that came to be called the Indian Mutiny started on the 10th May 1857 with the soldiers of the Light Cavalry regiment and the Infantry of the Bengal army which was posted at Meerut shooting the British officers in the precincts of the army cantonment. They broke open the gates of all the…
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Claude McKays Biography; His Experiences and Poems
Claude McKay was one of the most influential figures during the Harlem Renaissance period of the 1900s. Born and educated in his native Jamaica, McKay ventured out to the United States in 1912 to pursue further education (McKay). While in the US he discovered the cruelties suffered by the African Americans. McKay was shocked with…
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History of the NCO (Non-Commissioned Officer) 1700: Valley Forge
Table of Contents Introduction Background Alternatives Proposed Solutions Conclusion and Recommendations References Introduction Studying historical events such as the American Revolution helps to comprehend how historical occurrences contributed to the current state of the world. Drawing lessons from past events allows us to not only learn about how the modern world order formed but also…
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Great Fire of London and the Way to its Reconstruction
On September 2, 1666, the City of London burnt with fire that lasted for three days. The entire territory of the City was ruined, the houses and stone buildings burnt down. More than 80 000 citizens of London lost their homes. First, they camped in the fields nearby the city, then dispersed to the villages…
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The Critical Period in American History
The period of adoption of the Federal Constitution from the adoption of the Articles is termed as The Critical Period of American history. The article of confederation left the young country in no position to deal with a series of problems. Foreign and domestic challenges were experienced. For foreign challenges, American independence was recognized under…
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Virginia and Massachusetts Bay Colonies History
Table of Contents Introduction Compare and contrast the colonies Conclusion References Introduction Virginia and the Massachusetts Bay Colonies were the two large settlements founded at the beginning of the seventieth century. Their appearance, though motivated by different ideologies and purposes, has made a significant contribution to the future of the USA. Taking into account the…
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Lost Colony of Roanoke Island
Introduction The mystery of the disappearance of the English colonists on Roanoke Island provokes many questions even in the 21st century, and the history of the Roanoke colony is a subject for the investigation event today. The reason is that there is no single opinion regarding the causes and aspects of the first English settlers…
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The Role of Ho Chi Minh and the Philosophical Principles of Vietnamese Independence
Table of Contents The Vietnamese Involvement in World War II The Moral Principles The French Crimes Conclusion Reference List Ho Chi Minh was, without a doubt, one of the most important personalities in Southeast Asias recent history, albeit a divisive one. During the World War II, he led the Vietnamese resistance against both the French…
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Hunting Witches in Salem by Cotton Mather
According to Cotton Mather, why was the devil dangerous? How did the devil operate in New England? What was the significance of Mathers emphasis that invisible furies could inflict visible injuries? Mather argues that the devil was dangerous because he determined to destroy the Kingdom of the Lord Jesus Christ by subjecting Christians to inexplicable…
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The American Frontier: Reality and Myth
Table of Contents Introduction The historical basis The Myth Conclusion References Introduction The American Frontier is often recognized as the single most popular period in the history of America, especially when it comes to the portrayal in the popular media and, as a result, the recognition in the public consciousness. There are many reasons for…