PRAXIS: History Padlet by Kinzye Whitehead

King George

whitkin — 2024-09-05 00:49:29 UTC

King George III was important to American Independence because he consented to hiring thousands of Hessian mercenaries, or German soldiers, to fight alongside the British soldiers, who were already in America to fight in what is known as the Revolutionary War, which lasted 8 years.

Thomas Jefferson

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Thomas Jefferson was important to American Independence because he drafted the Declaration of Independence in June of 1776, he also later wrote a bill establishing religious freedom, the bill was enacted in 1786.

Bill of Rights

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The Bill of Rights impacted the development of American government because it addresses the concerns of the Anti-Federalists about overreach, public support for the Constitution, and guaranteeing individual liberties. These liberties include freedom of speech, religion, press, clear limitations on government power, and ensuring the citizens protection from government abuse.

Civil War Movements

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The abolitionist movement was a campaign to end slavery from 139-1870. The women’s movement was focused on supporting the war while advocating for abolition. The Fugitive Slave Act was a law passed in 1850 and it required the return of escaped slaves even if the were originally free. The Dred Scott case was a case in the Supreme Court which said the Missouri Compromise was unconstitutional and denied the legality of black citizenship in America, it also held up slavery in the United States Territories.

Great Depression

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The Great Depression was a world-wide economic crash. The Stock Market crashed and a lot of Americans lost their jobs, lost money, and it lasted from 1929-1941, which is 12 years. Franklin D. Roosevelt created the New Deal, which included a series of programs, reforms financially, new regulations, and some public work programs.

Peace Movement

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The peace movement advocated for nonviolent resistance, no nuclear weapons, and cooperation internationally.There were peace movements during World War 1 between the World Wars, during World War 2, during the Cold War, during the Civil Rights Movement, and during the Vietnam War.

Westward Expansion

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The Westward Expansion involved several different components. The Louisiana Purchase was in 1803 when Thomas Jefferson bought the Louisiana Territory from France, Manifest Destiny (moral objection to colonialism, the push westward), Indian Removal Act (removed Native Americans from their land), Economic Promise (economic promise convinced people to move west), Oregon and California trails, Mexican-American War (contributed to expansion), Oregon Territory Purchase (Oregon territory was purchased from Great Britain), and then the end of the Frontier which happened in 1893 which ended the period of the Westward Expansion.

Articles of Confederation

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The Articles of Confederation were created to make a weak central government that had very limited power. Most of the authority was within the individual states. Each state had sovereignty and equal representation in Congress. This formed the “league of friendship” between the states instead of a strong government.

Trail of Tears

whitkin — 2024-09-05 00:51:01 UTC

The Trail of Tears was the forced displacement of indigenous peoples from their ancestral lands in the Southeastern United States to territory that had been “reserved” for them west of the Mississippi River. This journey was hard, people starved, there was lots of disease, exposure to elements, and a high death toll from travel, lack of nutrients, and some from the military guards.

Classical Civilization: Greece

whitkin — 2024-09-05 00:51:12 UTC

Greece as a Classical Civilization had many contributions to today’s civilization. Most modern forms of government, namely Democracy, have been influenced by Greek political ideas, Greek sculptures and pottery have inspired many artists, as well as different forms of poetry have inspired several writers. Greece also inspired several sports and the first olympics, America’s language, philosophy, city states, architecture, art and astronomy.

Classical Civilization: China

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China has five main key aspects of its classical era that shape its history. Dynasties, how china marks their history. Social structure, division between population. Confucianism believed that people should be acting in virtue in all ways of life, from family to the state. Inventions, included papermaking, printing, gunpowder, and the compass. The Great Wall of China was built by emperors to protect the northern border of China.

Classical Civilization: Egypt

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Ancient Egypt was a very influential civilization due to the contributions in arts and architecture. It was the most powerful place in the region for over 3,000 years, from around 3100 B.C to 30 B.C. From this culture numerous monuments, documents and works of art that continue to be studied by scholars today were left behind. The equations discovered in this time period are things that people now are still currently going back to and learning from.

Classical Civilization: Rome

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Roman civilization is pivotal for its influence on law, governance, and architecture, which continue to shape modern society. Its innovations, such as the Roman legal system and monumental engineering feats like aqueducts and roads, laid the groundwork for many aspects of society today.

George Washington

whitkin — 2024-09-05 18:31:22 UTC

George Washington is crucial as the first President of the United States, setting many precedents for the executive role and leading the country through its formative years. His leadership during the American Revolutionary War and his voluntary relinquishment of power after two terms established principles of how the United States is ran today.

Thirteen Colonies

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The Thirteen Colonies were foundational in the establishment of the United States, as their collective struggle for independence led to the American Revolutionary War and the eventual creation of a new nation. Their formation and subsequent rebellion against British rule highlighted early American values and contributed to shaping the future country's identity and political system.

The Constitution

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The Constitution of the United States is fundamental as it established the framework for the federal government and its separation of powers, ensuring a system of checks and balances. It also entails essential rights and liberties, providing a document that has guided American democracy and legal interpretation through centuries.

The Industrial Revolution

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Before the American Civil War, the Industrial Revolution was crucial for transforming the economy and society with innovations like the steam engine and mechanized textiles, which spurred rapid industrial growth and urbanization.

Civil War People

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he figures of the Civil War, such as Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis, played pivotal roles in shaping the conflict's political landscape, with Lincoln advocating for the Union and emancipation, while Davis led the Confederacy. Abolitionists like Frederick Douglass, William Lloyd Garrison, Harriet Tubman, and Harriet Beecher Stowe significantly influenced public opinion and the fight against slavery, while John Brown’s radical actions highlighted the deep divisions and urgency of the struggle for abolition.

Types of Sources

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Primary sources such as historical documents, eyewitness accounts, and artifacts provide direct evidence of past events and perspectives. Secondary sources, including textbooks, biographies, and scholarly articles, analyze and interpret these primary sources, offering context and broader understanding of historical and social phenomena.

World War II

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World War II was pivotal in reshaping global geopolitics, as it led to the rise of the United States and the Soviet Union as superpowers and the formation of the United Nations to promote international cooperation and prevent future conflicts. The war also spurred significant technological and social changes, including advancements in warfare, the beginning of the Cold War, and the drive for decolonization across Asia and Africa.

Development of Computers and Informative Systems

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The development of computers and information systems revolutionized how data is processed, stored, and transmitted, dramatically enhancing efficiency and capabilities across various fields from business to science. This technological advancement has driven innovation, enabled the digital age, and fundamentally transformed communication, work, and daily life.

Civil War Major Points

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Central conflict:

The Disagreement over the expansion of slavery into new territories, with the North largely opposed and the South strongly supporting it.

Secession:

Following Lincoln's election, several Southern states seceded from the Union, forming the Confederate States of America.

Major battles:

Important battles include the Battle of Fort Sumter (the first engagement), Battle of Antietam, Battle of Gettysburg (considered a turning point), Battle of Vicksburg (gaining control of the Mississippi River), and the Battle of Appomattox Court House (where Lee surrendered).

Emancipation Proclamation:

Issued by Lincoln, this document declared that enslaved people in Confederate territories would be freed, significantly changing the war's focus to include the abolition of slavery.

Outcome:

The Union ultimately defeated the Confederacy, leading to the end of slavery in the United States and a stronger federal government.

Civil War Events Leading Up to Secession and War

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The Missouri Compromise, the Kansas-Nebraska Act, the Dred Scott Decision, John Brown's Raid at Harpers Ferry, and the election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860.

Chronology

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The science of the arrangement of events based on the order of occurrence.

Indian Removal Act (1830)

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The Indian Removal Act was signed into law by President Andrew Jackson on May 28, 1830, authorizing the president to grant lands west of the Mississippi in exchange for Indian lands within existing state borders. A few tribes went peacefully, but many resisted the relocation policy. During the fall and winter of 1838 and 1839, the Cherokees were forcibly moved west by the United States government. Approximately 4,000 Cherokees died on this forced march, which became known as the "Trail of Tears." The Indian Removal Act marked the completion of ethically cleansing indigenous peoples from east of the Mississippi River. In the years that followed, subsequent federal policies would continue to uproot Indigenous peoples, clear the way for additional U.S. expansion, and remove Native peoples from their communities.

European Exploration of North America

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From the late 15th century to the early 19th century, a number of European powers were in search of religious, economic, and military advantages. This included: Spain, England, France, and Portugal.

European Colonization of North America

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This was the process by which European settlers populated the regions of North, Central, and South America, and the islands of the Caribbean. As more Europeans arrived, more land was required by them, steadily forcing Native Americans onto reservations. We typically associate this with the name Christopher Columbus. Perhaps European colonization's single greatest impact on the North American environment was the introduction of new diseases which led to many deaths. Another thing that changed from this exchange was how money was made/ distributed. The concept of religion regarding others and what the entailed also started to take place at this time.

Causes of the American Revolution

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The American Revolution was sparked by growing resentment over British taxation and governance without representation, as colonists opposed measures like the Stamp Act and the Tea Act which they saw as unjust impositions. These grievances spurred the colonies to seek independence and assert their right to self-governance, ultimately leading to the conflict.

John Adams

whitkin — 2024-09-05 20:47:35 UTC

Second President of the United States, writer, and founding father. Before he became president in 1797, he was a leader in the American Revolution and got independence from Great Britain.

Benjamin Franklin

whitkin — 2024-09-05 20:47:55 UTC

Benjamin Franklin (1706–1790) was quite a guy. Some things to describe him are printer, inventor, statesman, and scientist. He not only played an influential role in the Revolutionary War era and the fight for American independence but also helped to shape the U.S. Constitution and vision for the new nation. He is also on the $100 bill and continues to be honored for his accomplishments.

Declaration of Independence

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The Declaration of Independence was written by Thomas Jefferson in the summer of 1776 and formally adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. It proclaims the colonies’ desire for independence from Great Britain and lists several grievances against the actions of King George. Jefferson split the Declaration into five sections: an introduction, a preamble, a body with two subsections, and a conclusion. The Declaration’s affirmation that “all men are created equal” has been an ideal for the country to live up to since 1776, when “all men” referred only to white, wealthy, Christian men. In the centuries since, various movements have challenged Americans to fulfill that ideal and give equal rights to marginalized groups. For instance, in 1848, early women’s rights activists modeled their “Declaration of Sentiments” after the Declaration of Independence, writing, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men and women are created equal.” The Declaration was also referenced often during the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s. Many activists based their appeals for racial equality in the document’s assertion that “all men are created equal.”

Origin of Political Parties in the U.S.

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The origin of Political Parties in the U.S. began during the struggle for ratification of the constitution. The friction increased as they shifted to the making of a new federal government.

Slavery

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The ownership of a person used for forced labor. These people where seen as property, they suffered inhumane conditions and compulsory work.

Immigration

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While large-scale immigration created a lot of social tension, it also produced new growing populations in cities that the immigrants settled in. The newcomers helped transform American society and culture, demonstrating that diversity. The Immigration Act of 1924 limited the number of immigrants allowed entry into the United States through a national origins quota. The quota provided immigration visas to two percent of the total number of people of each nationality in the United States as of the 1890 national census.

Reconstruction

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This was the time period (1865–77) that followed the American Civil War and during which attempts were made to redress the inequities of slavery and its political, social, and economic legacy and to solve the problems arising from the readmission to the Union of the 11 states that had seceded at or before the outbreak of war. At the end of May 1865, President Andrew Johnson announced his plans for Reconstruction, which reflected both his staunch Unionism and his firm belief in states’ rights. In Johnson’s view, the southern states had never given up their right to govern themselves, and the federal government had no right to determine voting requirements or other questions at the state level. A big thing that occurred during this time period was the emancipation of proclamation.

Gilded Age

whitkin — 2024-09-05 20:54:09 UTC

From the 1870s to early 1900s was a great change in American history, specifically for economic growth for the higher class and extreme poverty for the working class. Some key characteristics are the railroad expansion and a shift from agriculture to industry.

World War I

whitkin — 2024-09-05 20:55:11 UTC

Also known as the Great War, this global conflict lasted between 1914 to 1918. This war was fought between the Central Powers and the Entente Powers. This involved fighting on sea, air, and land for the first time.

Women's Suffrage

whitkin — 2024-09-05 20:55:32 UTC

Women's suffrage is the right of women to vote in elections. In the United States, women's suffrage was achieved through the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, which was passed by Congress on June 4, 1919, and ratified on August 18, 1920. The amendment states that the right to vote cannot be denied or abridged based on sex. The struggle for women's suffrage was long and difficult, taking decades of protest and agitation. Some strategies used by suffragists included: passing suffrage acts in each state challenging male-only voting laws in court, picketing, Silent vigils, hunger strikes, lecturing, writing, and lobbying. Suffragists were also interested in other social issues, such as dress reform and temperance.

Civil Rights Movement

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A social movement from 1954 to 1968 in the U.S. that believed in abolishing legalized racial segregation and discrimination in the country.

Women's Movement

whitkin — 2024-09-05 20:56:11 UTC

The Women's Movement took place in the late 1800's and extended to the 1900's. There were organizations formed that fought for equal rights to vote and economic reforms. The addition of the 19th Amendment was the most important thing that came out of this.