Melvin Franklin

During the early 17th century the British began to settle in the New World and as more English settled colonies were created. The colonies presented themselves as great opportunities for the British, such as offering land and labor. Furthermore, the relationship between the Colonies and the British was steadfast and was often referred to as one of a mother and child. This relationship however did not stay stable and one event that caused a turning point was the French and Indian War. The aftermath

you hear the name Aretha Franklin what do you think? The woman of soul music, I hope! Not only did Aretha have a successful career, but she was able to maintain her personal life and accomplish what she wanted to. We are going to look at Aretha Franklin starting with her beginning and early career, the success from her career as one of the Queen’s of soul and her personal accomplishments. Let's take a look at Aretha Franklin’s beginning and early career. Aretha Franklin was born March 25, 1942 in

taxed without representation? Whats the worth in fighting?’ His dramatic thoughts turned into a straightforward style. This style could be agreed upon by all tired civilians—and it was. When you analyze Paine’s writings, nothing is sugar coated. He blatantly states the truth, and the reason loyalists argue with Paine is because they don't live in corrupt lifestyles, they don't see the hardships faced, such as problems with taxes, or enslavement. When you cant experience the ideal that one is preaching

The purpose of the Declaration of Independence was to explain the reasoning for why colonies wanted to separate themselves from the Great Britain. The purpose of The Bill of Rights was to make clear of the rights to American citizens. There were ten amendments made to explain the rights they had as a citizen. However, the Declaration of Independence listed the abuses that the British made to the colonist, which effected and went against the Bill of Rights. The abuses made by the Declaration of independence

American Patriots The American Colonist were patriots because they wanted to leave Britain and helped create America. The American Colonist had many reasons to leave. But ran into many road blocks to conquer on the way. They didn’t have the army nor recourse. The first major American opposition to British policy came in 1765 after Parliament passed the Stamp Act, a taxation measure designed to raise revenues for a standing British army in America. After months of protest in the colonies, Parliament

American troops and commissioned a commission, led by Thomas Jefferson, to draft the Declaration of Independence. On July 4, 1776, assembled in Philadelphia, delegates from all territories enacted the document, with changes introduced by Benjamin Franklin and Samuel Adams.

I was born in Boston Massachusetts in the year of 1706. I was known famously from helping draft the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, inventor and author. My father was Josiah . He was a candle and soap maker. I had 17 brothers and sisters. I was the 15th one born and the youngest. I was able to read at young age but later I dropped out of school to start working at my dads Struggling candle and soap store.Two years later I joined my brother to work at the print shop. I didn't

Revolution - A revolution (from the Latin revolutio, "a turn around") is a fundamental change in political power or organizational structures. It takes place in a relatively short period of time when the population rises up in revolt against the current authorities. The American and French revolution have many similarities and differences. Both the American Revolution and French Revolution were the products of Enlightenment ideals that emphasized the idea of natural rights and equality. The leadership

Chernez Gilkes Mr. Birol ENC 1101.40 18 March 2017 The Importance of The Declaration of Independence The Declaration of Independence was written to explain, why colonies chose to separate from Great Britain. In the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson explains that if the government becomes unfair and controlling, a body of people have the right to change governments. Jefferson organized his argument in a format of writing an essay. He organized his document with an introduction, body, and

Franklin and Marshall’s day of dialogue allows for a pause in the academic schedule that is conducive to introspection. As an institution tasked with educating individuals that are new to adulthood, a college must take the temperature of its students and cannot ignore tensions that arise. Since the Franklin and Marshall campus exists as a living ecosystem with many unique elements from “outside the bubble”, the administration must facilitate positive relations and interconnectedness to foster a safe