Life At The Belle Isle

Ford Field is a good place to go because you can see the Detroit Lions play during football season. When the Lions do play over 70,000 people or fans that come to see them play. If you’re not a football fan you can also come to Ford Field to watch the Detroit Pistons play. When the Pistons do play they have over 80,000 people or fans to watching them play. Ford Field is located in downtown Detroit. Ford Museum is a good place to go because you learn about the history of Michigan and the first compatible assembly line. Ford Museum is an inside and outside museum and it is a National Landmark in the Metro Detroit suburb of Dearborn Michigan. The last place that I think that is a great tourist spot is Mackinac Island. Mackinac Island is an island and a resort. Mackinac Island is a good place to have a vacation because it takes away the thought of having to go to the same place every day of life. I think Mackinac Island is a good place to go because it takes away stress and it is a good way to relax for however long you are there

Jim Hawkins in Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson, possesses an innocence and idealism as he sets off on a voyage for treasure; Jim fights against the Pirates to survive, leaving him with a new realistic knowledge and experience of the world. Jim first experiences the death of his father; then in the same time frame, he loses Billy Bones. After Billy Bones death, Jim discovers a treasure map, he, the doctor and the Squire set off to find the treasure. When Jim first meets Long John Silver, he appears as a “clean and pleasant-tempered landlord” (45). Jim has a clear image in his head of what a pirate looks like, and Long John Silver appears to be completely different. This reassures Jim's fears. Jim never sees what will occur after the

One of the most beautiful stretch of beaches on the East coast of Florida; Hutchinson Island is an island off the coast of the Treasure Coast. It is home to 48.1 square miles and also beautiful, tropical weather year round. It has many other interesting festivities such as the Elliot Museum, Sailfish Point, and many royal golf courses. The bold actions of James Hutchinson were a major influence to the growth of the island and it might not be the same without him!

Dennis Carter-Edwards’ article The War of 1812 Along the Detroit Frontier: A Canadian Perspective covers the theme of local history during the 19th century in Detroit. In particular, Carter-Edwards explores the Canadian perspective of the war of 1812 in the Windsor-Detroit region. The author examines three big categories; the measures that the British took to defended the area, the factors that influenced British decisions, and the power players that played a role on the outcome of the war. The article is an in-depth account of the events and people that were key players in the war, especially in the Canadian context.

Nicknamed the Valley Isle, Maui is filled with artist communities and unique small towns. From small bakeries in Wailuki to farm-to-table cuisine, visitors can enjoy delicious dining opportunities. Home to humpback whales and sandy beaches, Maui has been ranked as the best island in the Conde Nast Traveler for over 20 years.

From its historic buildings to its quaint cobblestone streets, Laclede’s Landing remains one of the most popular attractions in St. Louis. This unique architecture includes special restaurants, cafes, and gift shops. Laclede Landing represents the birthplace of St. Louis, a tribute to the city Pierre Laclede founded on the banks of the Mississippi River. The Landing’s attractions bring tourists from around the country to the yearly festivals, horse carriages, nightlife and the spectacular culture of St.Louis, also known as the Gateway to the West.

A. In 1604, the first fort was set up on the St. Croix River by Champlain. After a disastrous winter they moved the to a new site. In 1605, he established Port Royal.

In December 1684, LaSalle reached what he thought was Apalachee Bay near the northwestern bend of Florida.He had sailed past the Mississippi Delta which was a navigational error.They continued to sail west.Beaujeu returned to France with news of the expedition’s problems in 1685.Meantime LaSalle built Fort Saint Louis and planned an overland trek.The sinking of the Belle didn’t help matters.By 1687 fewer than

The French built a series of different forts from Lake Ontario, all the way to the Ohio River valley. This was to protect the land they claimed from the British. After they did this, the British began to build a fort; but before it was finished, the French seized it, and claimed it for their own. This fort was called Fort Duquesne.

Belle Isle has been a point of controversy for Detroiters for as long as it has existed. The public park once was a point of protest in 1940, when an argument over a canoe led to the police beating of a black man. The beautiful James Scott memorial fountain, which stands as a major attraction on Belle Isle to this day, is no exception, and was the subject of much scrutiny. The ideals of Detroiters, and their working spirit is a stark contrast to those of James Scott, and the fountain is not at all representative of who they are. Although the James Scott Memorial may fulfill its purposes as a centerpiece for the island and as an everlasting tribute to Scott, it is not representative of Detroit, its principles, or its people.

“Ahh. I took a deep breath of sweet air that smelled of fudge, which was accented by manure from one of the most popular things about Mackinac Island- horses! It was awesome to be back here after a year. Every year, it is hard to leave Mackinac. Every year, leaving is like breaking a chain that keeps you tied to the island. Every year, I miss the horses and the fudge, the amazing views and skipping rocks in the water. All of these finer qualities of Mackinac Island and more, makes me not want to leave. Once back home last year, the hours in a day seemed to drag along, but I’d look back at the end of the week and think: wow, it’s been a week already?

“New France was not merely the settlement of a few fur traders.” The Acadians were “a pastoral-like people who once formed a proud nation in a land called Acadia.” Although falling under the jurisdiction of “New France,” the Acadians governed separately than the rest of the country and were an independent entity within New France. Today, “the Acadians are the French speaking population of the Canadian Maritime provinces,” and these are the Acadians that were not displaced during the expulsions, under British rule. Acadia’s beginnings, with the construction of Port Royal, could have marked the colony for success, but instead, led to a troubling conclusion for the European descendents. Through failed leadership, two

The main character in the story is Jim Hawkins. He is a young boy who looks for adventure. He and a few experienced men search for Ben Gunn, and want to have him enlist in their cause. They steal the Hispanolia (a ship) and return it to the captain to which it rightfully belongs.

Detroit is a very well-known and diverse city. “Somewhere behind its neglected, graffiti covered skyscrapers are charming reminders of a city that was once among the world’s wealthiest” (Gray). This city has been through a lot. Detroit was first founded by the French in 1701 and then used as a fur trade post. Jumping a little in the future, it has had riots and protest for equal rights among its busy streets. Detroit is also known as the Motor City. “By the mid-twentieth century one in every six working Americans was employed directly or indirectly by the automotive industry” (Sugrue). Yet after everything this city has endured Detroit is thought of as a place of fear. It has a lot of history and has a lot to offer if people would let

“Canadians of Italian descent should look overseas to get a more complete sense of their identities” (Paci 37).