War time

Why did American policymakers confuse nationalism with communism in Vietnam and try to superimpose a European model of the Cold War on to Southeast Asia? What was the rationale in taking the United States military halfway around the world and involve them in a 10 year unwinnable war? It seems almost a cliché, but it appears that the American policymakers could not see past 1917 and the Russian Revolution. The proud population of what we now call Vietnam had been struggling for many centuries, trying

The Civil War was one of the most difficult times in American history. From 1861 to 1865 America was at war with itself. The war began from differences in beliefs between anti-slavery individuals in northern states and pro-slavery in the south. Slavery was important to the south economy, many were afraid that Abraham Lincoln would try to abolish slavery when he became president. These individuals did not think that the government had the right to tell states what to do. People in the north thought

World War I was a devastating time for the whole entire world, both economically and physically. Even more devastating than the physical destruction and economic losses, were the psychological effects on the soldiers who fought this gruesome war. The conditions and nature of the warfare greatly affected these men. Not only did they suffer from many physical losses, such as death of beloved ones, separation from families, and bodily injuries, they also suffered psychologically due to the extensive

beliefs because no one was allowed to speak against the government especially during times of war. Over 6,000 suspected communist were arrested due to suspected rebellious movements. This was known as the “Palmer Raids”. Mitchell Palmer accused and identified immigrants who were communist because he wanted to keep democracy safe; raids were meant to determine suspected communists to deport them. Immediately after World War 1, the first Red Scare erupted. The American public was scared that communism would

Since the Cold War, scholars utilizing a military and state centric approach to the study of regime security such as Paul Williams, Joseph Nye and Sean Lynn-Jones, and Stephen Walt have made significant contributions to the literature on security studies. While these authors present unique viewpoints, they all tend share the perspective that major international conflict has been a key factor in the development of this field. Stephen Walt pointed out that the idea of security studies first emerged

on war changed over time? Nothing can impact society like war. War can be viewed as noble and just, or cruel and inhuman, as well as everything in between. War affects everyone in society whether they are fighting in a foreign country or waiting at home for a loved one to return. War is an indispensable part of civilization; found at every chapter of human history. It is the culmination of the basic survival instinct when provoked. As has the technique of battle; society's view on war has

The Cuban Missile Crisis was a harsh time during the Cold War. About 50 years ago the USA and the USSR were at each others throat for a very pointless reason. This basically started because USSR planted nuclear bombs in Cuba which was pretty close to Florida. John F. Kennedy was the president at this time and he was not to fond of that idea. October 1962, JFK was warned that the USSR had the nuclear weapons set up in Cuba ready to attack and as a result of this situation, Kennedy then also placed

The Civil War was a devastating time for the United States of America. During this time the United States was divided. The Civil War was a four year long battle. It is known as one of the bloodiest battles ever fought. Consequently it was fought between people of the same country. We were divided between the North and the South. The cause of the Civil War was slavery. The North was against it and wanted slavery abolished. On the other hand the South did not want to part with slavery. Both the North

Marcel DuChamp’s Artistic Influence in Inter-War Times The Inter-war period is defined as the time between World War I and World War II, during the years that span between the 1920s-1930s. Most of the world was in a rebuilding mode during this time, having to come back from the devastation of the first World War, and the personal and economic turmoil that accompanied it. Much of the culture and art was affected by the sign of these times, and many of the great artists’ works clearly depict the

World War II as a Time of Opportunities for American Women World War II was the catalyst that changed the opportunities available to women and eventually the way they were regarded as a viable workforce. Suddenly women throughout the United States were pushing themselves to their limits to support the war effort. Women were fulfilling jobs and responsibilities that many previously believed to be impossible for their gender. Opportunities were opened in steel plants, ammunition factories