Survival in Auschwitz – Primo Levi

The concept of the term desolation is seemingly complex in nature as the heterological word is used to outline a state of complete emptiness or destruction. A word used by others to depict the wounds of those who no longer feel the tugging urge to reveal their secrets. It is within Survival in Auschwitz where … Read more

Women’s work in the brewing industry

One of the key elements of history is supposed to be change. Looking at the modern world compared to medieval England, very little looks the same. But the compelling argument of Judith Bennet in Ale, Beer and Brewsters in England boldly asserts that the role of women’s work in the brewing industry represents a continuity … Read more

The Black Death, by Phyllis Corzine

As the plague entered through Europe, lives were rapidly and permanently changed. The endless questions about the arrival of the Black Death astonished the people who were surrounded by the infected. From wondering what and where the plague came from to not knowing what will happen, for those who survived, was a scare for Europeans. … Read more

Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu, located northwest of Cuzco, a city in Peru, was mistakenly discovered and further revealed to the world in the summer of 1911 by Yale professor Hiram Bingham. What many do not know is that this site was kept a secret from the outside world for hundreds of years before (M. Picchu Discovered, 2009). … Read more

The second amendment of the United States Constitution (Gun control)

The second amendment of the United States Constitution has been debated for decades. After every mass shooting, Americans question whether every American should have the right to bear arms. Supporters of gun control argue that the United States needs universal, comprehensive background checks on every person who wants to purchase a gun in the country, … Read more

Bartleby, the Scrivener by Herman Melville/House Divided by Abraham Lincoln

Throughout the novel Bartleby, the Scrivener by Herman Melville and the speech House Divided by Abraham Lincoln, the main character or concept reflects an American archetype. Bartleby and Abraham Lincoln both see an issue in the society in which they live in and decide to use their intuition. Even though throughout this time period the … Read more

1492 – a turning point in history

While both the Americans and Europeans demonstrated in regards to their culture and identity, the landing of Columbus brought about the Atlantic Revolution. Through this, significant demographic shifts, economic and social developments initiated changes in peopling and trade patterns, affecting work exchange and technology. The creation of mercantilism is just one example of the effects … Read more

Art and photography terminology, definitions and analysis

1. Non-objective- not representing objects known in physical nature 2. Abstract- thought of apart from concrete realities, specific objects, or actual instances 3. Drawing- a graphic representation by lines of an object or idea, as with a pencil; a delineation of form without reference to color 4. Graphite- a very common mineral, soft native carbon, … Read more

History Q & As (John Green, Crash Course)

Crash course #1: Agricultural Revolution 1. How do we have evidence of Hunter-Gatherers (H-G) and their lifeways? (New word that means “ways of life”, do not use “lifestyle”) We have archeological and paleobiology evidence. 2. What do most early civilizations have in common? They all settled near water because of the abundance of marine life. … Read more

Roger Williams & the founding of Providence

In, 1603 James & Alice Williams gave birth to Roger williams in london, There is no exact date of birth because it was burned during the great fire of london in 1666.(roger williams.org,2018) It’s believed that  he was born in the first few months of 1603. Roger williams father (James Williams ) was a merchant … Read more

Jacob Riis – social reformer

What do you know about Jacob Riis? Do you know that he was a journalist who wrote the book How The Other Half Lives and The Children Of The Poor he was also a social reformer, a photographer and a police reporter. Jacob Riis wrote and photographed facts and descriptions of the terrible conditions in … Read more

Four periods in Islamic history

Islam is perceived to many around the world as a religion of hatred and danger. But in reality, Islam is a religion that provides a beautiful culture that is shared amongst millions around the world. There are a multitude of stereotypes that shadow the individuals who practice this religion, prohibiting them from thriving and reaching … Read more

Does discrimination of African Americans and Hispanics impact voter turnout in America?

Introduction Throughout American history, and especially in the most recent century, the relationship between black African-Americans, Hispanics and white Americans has hit a rocky patch, and has also began to deteriorate. Particularly in the last decade, with the rapidly increasing support for the Republican party in the US, racial tensions have hit an all-time high. … Read more

how far academic perspectives on Adolf Hitler’s psychological state have altered & shifted

In my project, I intend to establish how far academic perspectives on Adolf Hitler’s psychological state have altered and shifted. I aim to study this chronologically, beginning in 1950 with the ‘Study of Tyranny’- the novel that changed the way many people thought about the German Fuhrer, who up until that point had been regarded … Read more