us history by Ja'bree Burton (jb1494)

Legacy(my Definition)

jb1494 — 2024-08-19 17:49:33 UTC

I Think it means to leave behind something after you pass away.

Opening statement

jb1494 — 2024-09-10 17:19:46 UTC

territorial Growth: The U.S. expanded its territory significantly, acquiring land through treaties. This growth allowed for the establishment of new states.

mpact on Native Americans: Native Populations were forcibly removed from their lands, leading to loss of culture and lives. The Trail of Tears is a key example of this tragic impact and the Indian Removal Act of 1830

Economic Development: The expansion fueled economic growth, especially in agriculture and mining. This also allowed the discovery of valuable resources which started the California gold rush.

Sac paragraph

jb1494 — 2024-09-10 17:27:12 UTC

The true legacy of American founding is the systemic racial inequality embedded in the foundation of the nation, which Black Americans have tirelessly worked to challenge and transform.

America's Founding Ideals of liberty and equality were contradicted by the reality of slavery, Which played a big role in the nation's development. The true legacy of American founding is the ongoing struggle against racial inequality.

The true legacy of American founding is the systemic racial inequality embedded in the foundation of the nation, which Black Americans have tirelessly worked to challenge and change the system, shaping the nation's history through their perseverance

Slavery was essential to the economic growth of America.

Enslaved Africans built the most successful colonies, cultivated cash crops like cotton, and generated immense wealth for the nations. (Hannah-Jones)

The social and political structures of early America were built on the exploitation of enslaved Africans.

The image of Rhode Island sea captains in Surinam shows how those involved in slave trades Gained social status. It also allowed individuals to rise to power and influence. It also shaped the nation's future.(Elliot and Hughes)

The symbols of American democracy were built by enslaved Africans, Highlighting the contradiction between the nation's ideals and practices.

Enslaved people constructed key national landmarks such as the white house and the Capitol, which are now seen as symbols of democracy. Despite being denied freedom themselves, their labor was fundamental in creating the institutions (Hannah- jones)

Recognizing this legacy is crucial because it reveals the deep roots of racial inequality in America.

Legacy of westward expansion

jb1494 — 2024-09-24 16:59:17 UTC

Lasting impact overall: Territorial growth- The US expanded from the Atlantic to the Pacific, nearly tripling in size.

Economic Development- The expansion spurred economic growth by opening up vast natural resources, fertile farmland, and new trade routes. The Gold Rush, railroads, and homesteading opportunities drew settlers west, contributing to America's rise as an economic power

jb1494 — 2024-09-26 16:48:18 UTC

David Walker's lasting impact lies in his fearless advocacy for Black resistance to slavery and his insistence on the rights and dignity of African Americans. His work inspired abolitionists like Frederick Douglass and William Lloyd Garrison. Walker's Appeal had a significant impact by raising awareness and causing fear in the South.