Characterizing the Army as a profession is a widely debated issue. Some attest that the military employs a small cadre of professionals, yet this does not qualify the entire vocation as a profession. Others are not so kind and paint a picture of mindless robots simply following orders. The debate rages because it is fundamentally difficult to find an absolute definition for a profession. This troublesome task is further exasperated because the trust of the public ultimately certifies a profession
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Major Event/Epoch in American History Time Period/Date(s) Description and Significance of the People/Event(s) to American History 1) Describe three different American Indian cultures prior to colonization. 1200-1900 C.E. Great Indian societies such as the Aztec, Mayan, Inca, and Toltec would emerge. They had complex structures of government and built large cities. These cities would even be seen as impressive to the Europeans when they later arrived on the continent (Brands, Breen, Williams, Gross
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In the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement, the United States began re-examining previously idolized historical figures. Among these figures is Christopher Columbus, who is routinely used as a symbol of daring exploration, with his notoriety best highlighted by Columbus Day being a federal holiday. However, for America, Christopher Columbus marks the start of a tradition of abhorrent treatment of the Indigenous Peoples which lays the foundation for Indigenous land to be viewed through a lens
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the fact that the United States had no chance at survival, however, there was a miracle, and the only explanation of our victory against England was heaven’s power. “Praise the pow'r that hath made and preserv’d us a nation!” (Keys, 1814).The Monroe Doctrine created a peaceful environment for us to adjust to our official freedom and
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HIUS 221 Exam 3 Review Sheet: This exam will be a combination of multiple choice, true or false, and matching questions. There will also be a couple of essay questions. For best results in preparing for the upcoming exam, focus your studies on the following historical items, events and individuals. Your textbook may help with some of the things listed, but this exam is more so drawn from class lectures and power point presentations. Embargo of 1807-Britian and France imposed trade restriction
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up by numerous historic events, tailored to the needs of the American individual. After the Revolutionary War, the United States was aiming to keep its independence and protect the national interests from the European world powers. The Monroe Doctrine policy was established to limit the European interference in the Western Hemisphere in attempt to colonize or encroach further in the newly established sates. By the 19th Century, America was consolidating its efforts to foster a strong
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In the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement, much of the United States began re-examining previously idolized historical figures. Among the figures who are being reconsidered is Christopher Columbus. Columbus Day is a federal holiday commemorating Christopher Columbus, who is remembered in American culture as the daring and brave explorer who discovered America. However, the celebration of Columbus Day in America perpetuates a narrative of colonial supremacy, overlooking the traditions Christopher
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America had managed to gain and share lands peacefully with negotiations like the Adams-Onis Treaty, Rush-Bagot Agreement, and Monroe Doctrine (Document H), continuing their foreign neutrality policy. These agreements helped America maintain their standing against European countries, as well as influence and protect newly independent Latin America countries. In times of celebration (Document
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were on a pedestal allowing them to look down at Cubans who were supposedly dying for the services of the Americans. This reflection is in direct correlation to the concepts of White Man's Burden in conjunction with the thought process of the Monroe Doctrine. In her reflection she views the Americans as superior and having a duty to provide services to the Cubans who could not provide
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Within the negotiations for a canal in Colombia, Colombia starts to back out of negotiations. John Hay, Secretary of State makes a passive aggressive threat. The Colombians have pushed for the canal and the American government had started to make offers for the land and was willing to construct the canal, but then the Colombians are backing out. Hay sees that as a large mistake, the government was focused on the canal and will construct it even if they have to defy Colombia. Hay then claims that
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