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Research Paper: History of Terrorism Brian Robinson Liberty University HLSC 510 Dr. Jeff Fox 03/03/2024

Research Paper: History of Terrorism Let us set off on a voyage through history, taking in important landmarks along the way. From the moment the nation was established to the current day, I will compile a brief chronology that will concentrate on the most notable events that have occurred. Founding of the Country It was on July 4, 1776, that the Continental Congress gave its approval to the Declaration of Independence, which was a significant event in the history of the United States. An audacious announcement was made in this paper regarding the independence of thirteen British colonies in North America from Great Britain. It clearly described why, on July 2, the Congress had unanimously voted that "these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be Free and Independent States." This resolution was passed on July 2. Even though the official vote for separation took place on July 2, the passage of the Declaration of Independence has been honored as the major national festival for all time. This holiday is known as Independence Day, which is commemorated on July 4. The United States of America came into existence on that momentous day, which marked the culmination of the transformation of the British colonies into independent states. One of the most important documents in the history of the United States of America is the Declaration of Independence, which was written by Thomas Jefferson. It is a tribute to the unwavering quest for freedom and self-determination. This event marks the beginning of a new nation, which is the United States of America declaring its independence from Britain. We begin the process of drafting the Constitution, which will serve as the foundation for the federal government.

Post-Revolutionary Era (1780s-1790s) Notable intellectual and political advancements occurred during the Post-Revolutionary Era, which lasted from the late 1780s to the 1790s. This was a period of great significance. The influence of the French Revolution The influence of the French Revolution was large enough to be seen in writings on politics and society that were produced in the 19th century. In the 1790s, significant thinkers such as Edmund Burke (Reflections on the Revolution in France) and Joseph de Maistre (Considérations sur la France) struggled to come to terms with the aftermath of the revolution. Even though they were different, both parties acknowledged that revolution was a self-sustaining phenomenon. Several distinct groups began to use freedom and equality as rallying cries, which led to continual turmoil. The conviction that these principles are applicable everywhere in the world undercut the conventional restraints that had been placed on revolutionary enthusiasm. Over the course of the early 19th century, liberals all over Europe advocated for a variety of causes, including but not limited to written constitutions, the extension of suffrage, civil rights, a free-market economy, and wars of national liberation. As both liberalism and nationalism wanted liberation from foreign authority, the border between the two gradually became blurrier. In the 1820s, for example, when Greece was fighting for its independence from Türkiye, Western European intellectuals came together in support of the Greek cause. Poets, singers, and artists expressed their sympathy with the Greek people. The emergence of the machine industry brought about numerous new obstacles, which led to the Industrial Revolution and social reform. The Saint-Simonian Doctrine advocated for a benign

dictatorship that would be led by manufacturers and scientists to remedy the imbalances that were brought about by the liberal free market economy. 1832 was the year that saw the first use of the phrase’s "socialism" and "socialist." Robert Owen was responsible for the establishment of prosperous towns in both Scotland and the United States. Promoted the implementation of measures that would make the lives of workers better. The Federalist Party was the dominant political force in American politics during the Federalist Era, which lasted from 1788 to 1800, respectively. Members of Congress were under the power of the Federalists, who also had backing from Presidents George Washington and John Adams. The decade of the 1780s, following the American Revolution, was marked by widespread violence and a period of economic despair. The problems that were associated with slavery and the upheaval of society were obvious. 1 9th Century Expansion and Challenges The United States of America experienced a period of enormous expansion as well as a variety of difficulties during the 19th century. Many people held the conviction that the United States of America was destined to spread across the entire North American continent, from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean. This view was known as "Manifest Destiny." Migration

westward, the acquisition of property, and the search for economic possibilities were all spurred by westward migration. The purchase of Louisiana by President Thomas Jefferson in 1803 resulted in a doubling of the size of the nation, which now encompasses the whole region from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains. Jefferson believed the ownership of property was necessary for the development of a devout citizenry and the continued existence of the republic. On the other hand, the nation faced difficulties because of its westward expansion. By the year 1840, the trans-Appalachian West was home to over seven million people, with forty percent of the total population. Farmers, land ownership, and westward movement were all activities that pioneers connected with freedom and independence back then. During the year 1843, the Oregon Trail was present for the "Great Emigration" of one thousand pioneers travelling. John O'Sullivan, a journalist, is credited with coining the term "manifest destiny," which emphasizes that it was the ultimate destiny of the United States to extend liberty across the continent. On the other hand, this expansion was accompanied by complications. The issue of whether slavery would be permitted in the newly formed states in the western region was a major source of tension within the United States. The Missouri Compromise was an attempt to find a solution to this problem; yet tensions continued to exist. It has been observed by historians that the acquisition of new land contributed to the escalation of sectional tensions between the North and the South. Even though both regions held divergent perspectives regarding the future of the nation, the Western region became a battlefield for these competing ideologies. Economic Development and Obstacles: As the Western world evolved into a modern agricultural machine, farmers encountered obstacles with this development. During the Gilded Age, residents were drawn to the area because of its land, mining, and increased transportation options (such as

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