...It was 1942 and the war started 3 years ago (1939). The Germans had taken over France. My family had a patchwork pillow that had been passed down for many generations. Patchwork was very useful in the 1780s -- 1945 because people could not afford to buy clothes or pillows. Most people lost their jobs during world war 1 and 2, so they sewed instead to pass the time. It was made in the 1780s. It was a square and It was blue and yellow. Our generation had the pillow, but we needed to put it somewhere where it wouldn't be blown up by the Germans whilst they bombed London. I had 24 hours to bring a pillow to our bombing shelter what was 14 hours away in the countryside. I left in the morning knowing that the Germans would be back in a couple...
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...World War 1 (WW1), from 1914 and 1918, and World War 2 (WW2), which occurred between 1939 and 1945, were two significant battles known to almost all Americans today. These wars were caused by several factors, in which some are alike and some are different. Their causes differ in that one of World War 1’s reasons for war included the German U-boats sinking the Lusitania. On the other hand, one different cause of World War 2 was the Treaty of Versailles. Both wars are alike in that they both were caused due to militarism, imperialism, and nationalism. In analyzing the causes of both wars, it’s crucial to know that there were similarities and differences because of their time periods of occurrence (for different events happening) as well as the...
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...How far do you agree with the fact that the events of the Second World War were the most important factor in the creation of an independent state of Israel in 1948? Israel was created in 1948 after World War Two (WW2), because Britain had become bankrupt and couldn’t maintain its global colonies. The end of the British mandate formally provided a homeland for the Jewish citizens in Palestine, although the events that occurred in WW2, such as the Holocaust can be seen as the most important factors in providing a homeland for the Jewish. It can be seen that WW2 advanced the Jewish position in a claim for a homeland, more than the Palestinian position. This was boosted by the fact that an estimated 6 million Jews were persecuted by the Nazis in the Holocaust, which shocked the globe. This is one of the most important factors for a Jewish claim for a homeland, as the Jewish community felt worldwide sympathy as millions of Jews had died. Although the Holocaust was not only a Nazi persecution of the Jews, other leaders carried it out across Europe. During the war, thousands of Jews fled to Palestine to avoid the Nazi regime, and by the end of the war, Jewish population grew tenfold between 1919 and 1947, from 60 000 to over 600 000 Jews in Palestine. This showed the Jewish vulnerability as the wished for a place where they could avoid anti-Semitism a place they could feel safe in. During the war the Jewish community supported the British army, therefore they were able to gain...
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...Is learning about the World War II important? The Second World War (WW2) begun in 1939 and ended in 1945. Some of the background for the war was dissatisfaction and agreements, which nothing ensued from between different countries. Change of borders and areas, the Holocaust mass murdering and vandalism of the Jews, poles, gays, gypsies etc. Moreover, broken deals. Germany has the blame for much of this, but not all. However, is learning about how they made World War II happened, the people who was murdered and everything around it important? This essay is going to be about the Second World War and whether it is important to learn about or not. Twenty fifteen is a year were many things have happened all around the world. Wars, terrorism such as the terror group IS, environment problems and the list goes on. People have had to leave their homes and escape from their countries because of the wars or of the economy. Is it more important to learn about a war that happened 70 years ago rather than today's catastrophes? Like The War in Syria, where thousands of people have to flee and so many more people get murdered. Another example is all the environment problems around the world. Too much co2 emissions that causes ice to melt in Antarctic, which means that it becomes more difficult for the bears to find food. These two problems are things that is happening right now....
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...finishing in the southern night sky. 9. Crimson thread of allegiance is not real 10. Crimson thread of agreement is not real 11. Anzac stands for? Australia and new Zealand army corps 12. What is conscription was compulsory military service for young men, this defense act began 1902. 13. What was prime minister Hughes campaign to introduce inscription 14. Who were opposed to conscription 15. Ww1 ended in which year? November 11, 1918 16. Who was assassinated in ww1? Archduke Franz Ferdinand 17. Areas fought in ww1? 'Western Front' in France and Belgium were the biggest war areas 18. Most important reason for Australia declaring war in September 1939? Germany invaded Poland and so Great Britain has declared war on them along with Australia. 19. Who were POW in ww2 in Australia internment camps? The main use of internment camps were to put the people against Australia according to...
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...During the years 1945-1948, the development of the Cold war seemed to have been catalysed by various factors. The Second World War created a power vacuum in Europe into which the USA and the USSR were both drawn; large areas of Europe were left without meaningful government or administration. Subsequently much of Europe was left devastated and was in desperate need of reconstruction. The USA and the USSR were to provide the inspiration for alternative methods of recovering Europe, the USA aimed to invest billions into Europe hopefully mending the economy and to prevent the temptation of communism which seemed very attractive to those countries whose economy were in ruins. Moreover by doing this, the American economy also benefitted as countries who accepted the financial aid would have to open up there economy to American capitalist interests. On the other hand the Soviets were looking to expand Soviet territory and create a sphere of influence, whether this was to create a buffer zone for the USSR or to spread communism, it developed the Cold War as America felt threatened. Many historians have differing views on the matter which is evident in sources 7, 8 and 9, all of which feature modern historians posing some very different arguments. Some historians, as stated in the question believe that the expansion of the Cold War within 1945-48 was due to Soviet Expansionism whereas others believed it was because of USA’s economic interests. Either way, it seems most likely that both...
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...Word count= 2000 Word count= 2000 World War Two (WW2) and the situation it created within Germany saw the creation of two rival political systems which were influenced by rival foreign powers. In this aspect, it can be seen as the key turning point in German political systems. When Germany at the end of WW2 was conquered and occupied by the allies between the years 1945-1949 (point zero), the subsequent rift between the capitalist allies (Britain, France and America) and the communist allies (Russia) formed two opposing democratic Germany’s; The Federal Republic of Germany (FRG) and the German Democratic Republic (GDR). This is significant, due to foreign powers controlling Germany’s political system, as well as the departure from Sonderweg, meaning Germany no longer followed a unique path of development and that nationalism and militarism were on the decline. The significance of the previous German eras, Kaiser Reich (Semi-Autocratic Empire), Weimar Republic (Federal Democracy) and the Third Reich (Dictatorship) are also significant, however in political terms they are not as significant as post 45. The significances of post 1945 can be seen by its success of creating a working democracy in Germany after 1945, the FRG. One reason why the FRG was successful revolves around the sudden decline in German militarism and nationalism. This is evident in the fact that the FRG’s constitution was based on the Weimar Republics concept of ‘Grundgesetz’, which means basic law. The implications...
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...How far do you agree that the impact of the Second World War was the main reason why the position of African Americans improved in the years 194555? Before WW2, it could be considered that AfroAmericans had no position in society. This was evident especially in the Southern States where white supremacy emerged amongst the dominant white class. Many Southern Politicians were members of the Klu Klux Klan and so they often tried to disregard any Supreme Court Rulings that were created. In this essay it will be argued that it was the Second World War which was the main reason why the Position of African Americans improved in the years 19451955. However, there are other factors that have to be taken into consideration such as the Presidential Influence and the Supreme Court Rulings. The impact of WW2 was important in securing better position for AfroAmericans as more people realised their significance of their work in the army. As a result it became apparent of the reforms that were required. President Truman took over from President Roosevelt. He was significant even though he was a racist at a young age and supported white supremacy. When he took over as President he felt he had a moral obligation to fight segregation. He established the President’s Committee on Civil Rights in 1947 and commissioned them to make a report examining the experiences of ethnic minorities It highlighted the problems facing African Americans and how to make America a more just ...
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...Women on the U.S Home Front When the war began there was an extremely high demand for jobs to produce wartime materials, and when the men were shipped off to war, the women stepped up and took their place. Women also did various other things from victory gardens to rationing goods. But, arguably their most important role was to keep a positive attitude and high moral on the Home Front. War can be a very scary time but women did all they could to make their children, and others feel safe. During WWII, life on the Home Front was a significant part of the war effort and had a major impact on the outcome of the war, and no one had a more significant role on the Home Front than women. This document is a personal account of Mourine Merrow, she describes her early life and her life throughout the wars. It also includes a photo of Mourine and her husband working together at the Aircraft Training School. Mourine Merrow was born in Michigan in 1916 and she lived there throughout the war. Mourine felt many impacts of the war in her daily life, and rather than complain or get upset, she took things into her own hands and did all she could to support the war. She supported the war by rationing foods and goods, by volunteering at various places, wrote letters to troops to boost moral, planted a victory garden, and she even enrolled in the Aircraft Training School. This story was intended for all U.S citizens, to show everything that she did, and you can do, in your life to be a good American...
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...are forced shoulder any true sacrifice from our military actions. Not only is the familial sacrifice of having a loved one serve no longer widespread but the majority of us bear not the tanglible daily realization of being at war that past generations have known, including materials rationing. Even anti-war protests—like those that were a hallmark of our Vietnam War era—are less visible since we have moved to an all volunteer army. This lack of respresentational and fair accountability on our citizenry translates into less accountability on the part of the parties that govern our policies and therefore our military. This rift between those that serve, those that feel any effect and those that make military decisions is an argument for why we are ethically bound to require some mandatory service of our citizens, to reinstate the draft. Responsibility of citizenry/Social...
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...In America business and property where privately owned; this meant that any profit making was encouraged to benefit one self and therefore the economy. There was a clear divide in the country’s wealth. In the USSR profit making was still encouraged, however all money went into the state; there was a general class of living with very few cases of poverty. The Americans were glad to be free from the government while the US Constitution made everyone equal. Communists were tightly controlled with their rights being valued as less important than the state. Both countries believed that every country should do things as they do and they both bitterly opposed the others beliefs. In a nutshell: America was a democratic free land, where people could vote for whoever they wanted and could make a fortune for themselves. The USSR was a tightly controlled communist country where people worked for the state and were insignificant. There were other equally important causes that...
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...With an estimated 10,000 puppy mills operating in the United States, as both licensed and unlicensed operations in connection to pet stores, the overpopulation problem seemed as bleak as ever before. Similarly, with the new technological advancements, the puppy mill industries have flocked to the internet as a new medium of transaction. Each year, anywhere from between 1 to 2 million dogs are bred in mills and forced to experience substandard living conditions (“About Puppy Mills”, 2015). It’s important to note that these numbers are inexact, largely because the USDA is only able to maintain records for the licensed breeding facilities across the United States, not any unlicensed or internet-based breeders (“The History of Puppy Mills and Why You Should Care”, 2015). There is, however, one slight difference that distinguishes the WW2 era industry from modern day, the growing societal opinion that animals are not things to purchase, but to be cherished. Starting noticeably in the 2000s, American culture shifted to reflect a departure from animal ownership towards cohabitation due to education and advocacy (Martin, 2016). As a whole, the American community tends to treat their animals as companions and not property. Likewise, this ideal extends to the national perception of animals, influencing the popularity of anti-animal cruelty organizations and animal shelters. This cultural change goes...
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...Study Questions for Exam 1, Fall 2012 Theme 1: The Japanese Family System, structure and functions Please remember to use your class readings when applicable to answer the following study questions. Where relevant, think which reading and /or video would illustrate your answer. Why is the family important to study? How have its functions changed and why? The family is important to study because it is the primary agent for socialization. It is the first unit that teaches the rules of society to children. One of the two social entities recognized universally, the other is religion. The function of family has changed over time because it has shifted from an extended family to more of a nuclear family. The functions of a family: Protection, affection, procreation, production, education transfer of status. What are the three important differences between family systems in East Asia and the United States? Explain each. 1. Confucian values- places emphasis on loyalty and obedience to the group and its leader, where the United states has individualism 2. Gender Inequality- In east asia there is a patrinlean and multi-generational system, with the inheritence rights traveling down the male line, where in united states its bi-lateral and emphasis is placed on nuclear family. 3. Demographic Transition- Change from high fertility high mortality to a low fertility and mortality rates causing an aging population. Same in US but there is more immigration to...
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...Some of Canada’s involvement isn’t as important as these three major contributions to the events of the Cold War. What exactly did Canada do to be involved in the Cold War and what would have happened if Canada wasn’t involved? To start off, After the events of WW2 leading into the 50s, there was a tension between two opposing superpowers (U.S.A and Russia). This lead into the creation of NATO and the Warsaw Pact. The idea of NATO was to help prevent another conflict to erupt and cause long term effects, to dispute was of handling issues on a national and international level, and to help each other with things like military among other things. The Soviets were becoming tense during this time due to the opposing superpower gaining more support from more and more countries (including Canada) but the idea of the Warsaw pact was set into stone after NATO was adding West Germany into the organization and would allow them to remilitarize which Russia saw as a threat. Why did they see this as a threat? The Soviets and U.S.A mistrusted each other and thought they would use their...
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...WW2 The Second World War was the most deadly and the most awful war in history. The Second World War began in 1939 and ended six years later in year 1945. The war included more than 30 countries like for example Britain, Germany, Russia and later the USA. This global war had its impact on the world today, and in this essay, I am going to argue that it is important to learn about The Second World War. First of all, learning about Second World War can help us to understand better what they did wrong and why they did it, so we can avoid any conflicts leading to war again. In The Second World War Hitler ruled Germany and controlled a lot of Europe. However, how did he get so much power and influence in the world? First of all Hitler claimed a bit...
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