Territorial Expansion and Manifest Destiny

Click this for the new link for the second part of the post if you aren't familiar with the Georgia-Russia conflict

Hey everyone! This blog is going to focus on Manifest Destiny and how the idea has transformed, or not, and is affecting us today. Basically, I would like to start off with you guys listing your own ideas on how we see some of the ideas from Manifest Destiny today in how the United States deals with foreign and internal issues (I would like to stay away from the obvious, the War in Iraq. But if you really want to touch on that you can). After we have listed some example of Manifest Destiny in America, I will provide you with a specific event I feel embodied the ideas of Manifest Destiny and we will have a mini-debate on why it did or did not. Now, to get the ball rolling, I will explain what Manifest Destiny is.

Manifest Destiny was a movement in the 1800s which led to territorial expansion. Americans were getting the idea that it was their duty to expand into the remainder of the hemisphere, at least, and to conquer lands so they could spread culture and democratic ideals. The American people wanted to do this because they believed that God had selected them to take on this task. The people of the United States exerted their power on other lands and peoples because they believed they were superior and that their way of life (government, culture, practices, etc.) were better than those of others. Remember...?

Use the idea stated in italics to support you example by telling us how your example reflects these ideals. Of if you are supporting the opposite, use the italicized information to show why Manifest Destiny is no longer shown by America.

Have fun with this, be creative!

d-(^_^)-b

Transformation of Politics in Antebellum America

Hey guys! As we all of course know, major political change and transfiguration occurred and continues to occur throughout all of American history.

What I want to know is what your thoughts are in what major events caused change in the political landscape, and how they can compare to changes taking place today. Now obviously, I don't want you to compare slavery to our modern world, but the extent of change and reorder of politics in America today.

The Crisis of the Union

Hey guys!
As you know, we've begun to dig into the pre-Civil War era and have been going into detail on the causes of sectionalism and political disputes which eventually leads to the Civil War.

During the early 1800s - 1860s, there has been much change and conflict in politics, economy, and geography that determined the two major players and their beliefs in the Civil War, the North and the South. Please post how these changes and set beliefs of the Civil War has affected the outcome of modern stereotypical politics and social thoughts per region of the country.

Religion, Reform and Renaissance in Antebellum America

Alright guys, the next topic we'll reflect upon is reform, specifically domesticity. I'd like feedback on how you all see domesticity has evolved. Consider the basic starting time period to be around colonial to directly post colonial era, up through the years directly preceding the civil war. 

Enjoy 

- Justin

Jackson

Hi everybody. I would like to start a disscusion about Jackson. The era that we are studying is called the Jacksonion era and it's worth disscussing how his policies effected the country now and then. Any one doing the extra credit got two percpecties on the man, one from two girls reliving the pain caused by his actions and one article glorifying Jackson as a crucial founding father of America. Try to focus on the direct effects of his policies on events after his time, then on how his policies effect us today. So now for you input.....

The Transformation of Politics in Antebellum America

Hello everyone in first period American History. wqe are currently in on the chapter transformations in politics in Antebellum america. In this chapter of history it mainly focuses on Jacksonian democracy and its successes and limitations. What are some of the limitations that exist in todays democratic government if any. Is there a particular reason that our economy isn't as strong as it was 8 years ago. Please refrain from saying "because Bush is president". What did he do wrong in a political sense that gravely affected America so much?

The Early Republic Part 2

Hey everyone, continue off from the last post about how the early years were the time with many ups and downs and how the government was at a rivalry state.

Going in depth with the government, especially the presidents, tough decisions were made and it was something America had to deal with. Was Thomas Jefferson's Louisiana Purchase a good cause? Was the Embargo Act really necessary? Let us discuss about the decisions that were made during the early years, (you guys can talk about the two mentioned above) and how it made an impact or not? Also what if, for example, the Louisiana Purchase never happened or Thomas being elected or anything that might not have happened and how it would have an effect on America today.



Jimmy Wooo



Also this is something interesting that MEGAN CHAN FOUND, its a song by Ron Clark Academy about the presidential debate. Enjoy :)

The Early Republic

Hello everyone, we all have read that during the early years of the nation there where many ups and downs. It had a huge debt to settle. At this time not one state could agree with one another. Even those who were in the government were split in two groups, the Federalists led by Hamilton, and the Democratic Republicans who were led by Thomas Jefferson. These were the first two political parties in the history of the United States.

Every four years as we all know, the United States holds its Presidential Election, so please post how the two major political parties, The Democrats and the Republicans, have affected the nation within the past four years and how that might affect the election that is coming up soon.

The American Revolution part 2

Hi everybody, as we all know the American Revolution is one of the biggest cause for the changes that we have today. Like how the colonies declare their own independence, form their own government, and form the presentational campaign rather then following the monarchy. The changes that we have today are the effects of the American revolution and many changes occur because of war. Even today, the United State are still involve in the war in Iraq and many changes occur just like the American Revolution.

Please post any changes that has occur due to the Iraq War and any comments that you may have.

Thanks,
Aaron Lam

The American Revolution

Hello everyone. It appears that the American Revolution unit has begun, so I would like to dedicate this first post to outlining how I would like the blog to proceed. Perhaps one of the most interesting parts about researching the American Revolution is understanding how it relates to modern culture. Though the revolution obviously caused the colonies to be recognized as an official nation, its more miniscule details can be seen even today, 225 years later, shaping how we view ourselves as Americans. While most people are aware of the major effects that resulted from the colonial victory, they do not realize that in the short time span of the revolution, American culture was essentially formed, shaped, and defined. What occurred in the time span from 1776-1783 caused the American identity to be set in stone, so to speak.

Please post with any contributions to the topic which i have defined, and i will respond regularily. We may even debate over the actual extend of cultural influences resulting from the revolution.

Roman Zanevchic :)

Revolution Debate: Group A

Hello everyone!
I didn't think this would actually work, but it seems that I can post! Anyhow, please leave any questions, comments and discussion topics for the Revolution debate on this post! Group A will post here and Alex has one set up and ready to go for Group B :]
Have a great weekend!
- Lisa

Debate: Group B!

Hey group B (Aaron, Helen, Jimmy, David, Grace, Huy, Annie, Joanne, Nemin, and Justin). This is Alexandra setting this up to organize our points and such for the debate on Wednesday! Just a reminder, we will be arguing:

The American Revolution, in light of previous revolutions and the American
Revolution's causes, instigators, and events was not revolutionary.

We will need to compile information from as far back as the French and Indian War. Maybe beginning around 1763 and ending at 1783, at the Treaty of Paris. We can all look through the documents Ms. Chipman has provided for us and can make different points we can talk about for the debate and we should also make lists of what the other group would most likely be talking about. Make any comments about the information you can. When writing your comments, it might be helpful if we sight the sources like we would be doing during the debate. As a group, we should help each other out and plan what each person will be saying during the debate so we all can help one another get participation points. We also need to compile large amounts of information to be sure can can keep the debate going, otherwise our grade will be lowered. This is a group project. For those who are having difficulties finding the documents, here is a link for the documents.

Also, something that really helps me learn and remember some of the dates and information is by watching a show called Liberty's Kids. This show is all about the American revolution and the events leading up to it (ex. The Boston Tea Party). Below is the theme song from the show so when you search for it, you are looking at the correct thing:

The ethnic groups in the colonial period were slowly expanding into various races. In the colonial period, intermarriages between the mulattoes and the African Americans became common. Native born African-Americans contributed to the growth of their culture with the mixture of African and American elements of folkways, speech, and religion. How did the cultures of south & New England colonies contribute to diversity that exist today? Compare the southern & New England cultures to cultures of modern day America.

Unit 3- Colonial North America, 1690-1754

As one of the managers for 2 weeks, this is how the blog is going to work.

We'll start off with something from the unit we just read and relate it to current day US that everyone can discuss. Then people who have other connections can contribute and start a different topic as well. Later on towards week 2, we'll post an article up relevant to the topic and we'll analyze the article by doing OPLV together.

Unit 3 talks about the different groups of people that immigrated to America and stuck together, forming their own communities/towns. Today, we have the same situation, such as Chinatown, Greektown, Little Italy, etc. Compare the positive and negative effects of having cultures grouped together like this in history and currently.

Welcome!

Welcome, 1st period, to your class's blog!

Your guidelines for using this resource have been handed out in class. An electronic copy can be found on my webpage on the Lincoln Park website.

I am looking forward to an exciting and engaging year with you all!