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The controversy surrounding Christopher Columbus and whether he should be recognized on a federal holiday indicates that his legacy has not escaped historical scrutiny. Arguments on both sides of the debate focus on topics such as genocide, racism, multiculturalism, land rights, and cultural superiority. In Michael Berliner’s article titled “The Christopher Columbus Controversy: Western Civilization…

The “Star Spangled Banner” is a big part of the American culture. Just like other national anthems, it is mean to honor the United States and what it has gone through as a nation. It  is very much a part of American history and it deserves to be revered, respected, and valued not simply by…

Between 500 BCE and 1400 CE, the Middle East, Russia, and Asia in the Indian Ocean regions experienced significant economic, cultural, and political transformations due to Mongol rule. The influence of the Mongolians was deeply impactful and marked by acts of violence and aggression. Politically, during the 13th Century, they exerted control over all Chinese…

When a minority religion such as Judaism or Islam becomes ‘absorbed’ by Chinese or Indian culture the end result is usually a loss of tradition for the Jew or Islamic. In the beginning, small changes are made to adapt to the main society. Things such as traditional clothing or small religious tokens may be changed…

When the word race murder is perceived the idea of the Judaic holocaust is what normally comes to mind. Hitler s war against the Judaic population was good published and placed in the eyes of about all. Yet what of the American race murder. These states had fallen into the same snake pit on Earth…

In Between Dignity and Despair, Marion Kaplan describes the everyday struggles of the Jewish people in Germany. From beatings to starvation, Jews suffered everything in between. Kaplan makes two main arguments throughout the book, that one; women played a very large role in the survival of families, and two; non-Jewish German neighbors were oppressors, not…

An Introduction Into the Dynamics of the Founder EffectPopulations are divided by geographic boundaries, confining a specific region/group of people to share and distribute its genetic traits within themselves without outward influence. The size of these populations is dependant upon whether certain mountains, rivers, deserts, oceans, or other extreme geographical, cultural, or technological conditions determine…

When starting to learn English, many people are often confused and see some parts of the language as unnecessary. Students frequently ask why it’s important to know 12 tenses in English when only three are learned in Russian. Another aspect that causes confusion is the use of articles, which aren’t necessary in Russian. To effectively…

The Fool is considered an important character in the play even though he is not a major participant in events witnessed. His comments, full of ironic insight, provide wisdom and reasoning for Lear at times of need. He generally plays three major roles; Lear’s inner – conscience, represents Lear’s alter ego and plays a dramatic…

Judaism, Christianity, and Islam are the three largest and oldest religions in the world. The Old Testament, part of the Bible, recounts the Hebrews’ connection with God. The Ten Commandments, also followed by Christians, establish rules against immoral acts such as theft and murder. Both Christianity and Islam originated from Judaism. All three religions share…