Exam #5 essay

Mao came to power in a very similar way as Stalin. Both came into power when their country needed them the most. Also, both were previous soldiers that won their fame while serving. Mao and Stalin both lead their countries into Communism, while making the people feel safe and secure.

Mao came to power just as Hitler had done. Mao found and exploited weaknesses within the government, as did Hitler. Mao, a veteran like Hitler, earned reputation through his military career. Finally, both Mao and Hitler gave famous motivating speeches that rallied the people into believing their cause. Both, Hitler and Mao used the same tactics when gaining government control.

When a country is going into communism, there are certain "hints" to look out for. First, the country is in debt or poverty. Second, the government is going or already is corrupt. Also, there is usually one person (normally a soldier) who seems to take control of more and more things. All of these are signs that point to a country that is falling to a dictator.

Local History

Have you ever wondered about Dixmont’s history? Probably not, so I’m here to tell you a little bit about the Dixmont Volunteer Fire Department. This report will cover the following topics: the founding and incorporation, the new and old fire trucks, the complications of OSHA, and recent events with the fire dept. This paper will focus on the history of the Dixmont Volunteer Fire Department.
To start, the beginning of the fire dept. The Dixmont Vol. Fire Dept. was founded before it was incorporated. You’re probably thinking well yes, most companies are founded before they are incorporated, but the D.V.F.D. was founded about 10 years before it was incorporated. The fire dept. was founded, in 1940 something, by members of the early community to save houses from fire whenever the need arose. Almost 10 years later, in 1950, the papers went in for incorporation. The incorporation was a great help to the community. With new equipment being paid for, the firefighters of Dixmont were better prepared to fight fires and save lives. That is the story of the beginning of the Dixmont Vol. Fire Dept.
Now, Dixmont doesn’t have the biggest trucks or the most trucks, but for what there are, they certainly get the job done. Over the years, Dixmont has had 8 trucks. Some of the very first trucks were a red pumper and a 1974 Dodge. The Dodge was made specifically for our town. The company that was making the truck abandoned the project, and in 1975 was picked up again by a different company. The new truck made it to Dixmont in time for the centennial in 1976. The next few trucks were a tanker and a pumper. Both of these trucks were painted with not the famous red, but a lime green. This color still sticks with the trucks today. The next trucks to come into the station were another pumper, a tanker, and a jeep (which was used as a brush truck). All 3, again, were specially painted to a lime green color. The newest truck is a brush truck that came from Varna, New York. And as you guessed, painted to the signature lime green. Now, only the new pumper, the tanker, and the new brush truck remain in service. In January of 19__ fire chief, Jim Dunivan’s barn was spotted ablaze. He rushed to the farm and with the help of friends and neighbors, started to release the animals. Later that day, an OSHA official stopped by as cleanup was underway. The official told Jim (the chief) that even though they put the fire out, they put it out wrong. Six months later the state fined Dixmont $1000 for not making the firefighters wear safety gear and airpacks (SCBA). The state also fined Dixmont for not being able to prove that all firefighters were properly trained. Failure to correct these problems would result in fines of $1000, a day. News spread like wildfire across the nation. Soon, dozens of letters and donations came flying in from all around the country. A town in New Jersey sent the D.V.F.D. more airpacks, and money to send people to fire fighter courses. Finally, it was settled in court that Dixmont only had to pay $100, but had to send the firefighters to training.
Some of the most recent events have been the new meeting room in the main station, the towns Bicentennial, and the renovation of the North Dixmont Fire Station. The new meeting room was a much needed renovation to the main station. With new walls, a new ceiling, and new panels on the floor, the station took on a completely new look. The Dixmont Fire Dept. also participated in the towns Bicentennial. By directing traffic and providing public safety in general it showed the community that there are caring people on the fire department. The most recent event has been the renovation of the North Dixmont fire station. This project was undertaken by me. This renovation included new siding, a new door, and a new sign. All these events helped improve the Dixmont fire dept.
In conclusion, the Dixmont Volunteer Fire Dept. has a pretty big history. From the founding to the newest things, the D.V.F.D. has been an awesome attribute to the community. The history of the Dixmont fire dept. was certainly more interesting then I thought.

Exam #4, part 2

How did Hitler come to power in a democratic country? To start, the country was weakened by the Weimar government system. Since the country needed help, nobody stopped Hitler from becoming the dictator.

Hitler, and the Nazis exploited these things by giving motivating speeches and posting propaganda. His fame was well known, and everyone wanted someone like him in power. He also showed them his troops (sometimes known as the stormtroopers) to show that if anything went wrong he could fight and protect their country.

There reason nobody stood up to Hitler is because they were afraid that they would be killed. Even though it was wrong, everyone was fearful that Hitler and the Nazis would kill them if they spoke up.

Exam #4, part 1

Is Pablo Picasso's Guernica a work of art, or is it propaganda? Because propaganda is made to influence peoples opinions and actions, I think Guernica is art. I think Guernica is art because it is not saying anything bad or good about something, it is just depicting what happened.

From my point of view, I see alot of different things. The thing that sticks out the most, to me, is all the faces. There are also faces and very few bodies. This shows that there is alot of chaos during this time. All the picture is in a jumble which I see as explosions, fires, and other things. There is alot of grief and pain within the picture too.

The bombing of Guernica was to show military power. It allowed the Fascists to bring about a state of fearfulness to the people.

Project Proposal 2

For my local history project, I am going to write about the Dixmont Vol. Fire Department. The essay will be about 5 pages because my English class requires it to be at a minimum of 5 pages.

Stalingrad

Questions

1. What does Joseph Stalin's advice to the people of Stalingrad say about him as a leader?
   
2. Explain why Hitler would react in the way shown after signing a Non-Aggression Pact with Stalin?
   
3. Explain the significance of propaganda in this battle, using examples from the posters.
   
4. What do the extremes of the war reveal about what it takes to win a total war?
   
5. How does the story of Vasily Zaitsev relate to the war in Iraq?
   
6. In times of crisis, sometimes heroic figures emerge. Which figure emerged in a similar way to Vasily after the terrorist attacks of 9/11?

Answers

1. He is unforgiving, and very cruel. He doesn't really care about people, even his own.
2. He reacted this way because he knew that Stalin couldn't send his troops after him, even though they both broke the pact. He also acts this way because he wants to fight a one front war.
3. The Propaganda played a big role because it demoralized the Germans. If there is a sign that says "Kill the Fascists!!" then it will make you feel worthless if you are a fascist.
4. According to this: to win a total war you have to do whatever you have to, and lay siege to important places.
5. Vasily Zaitsev's story relates to the Iraq war because he was a determined fighter just as we fight Osama Bin Laden, who also is very determined to win no matter the cost.
6. The fireman because they were the ones that went in and saved people from the crumbling towers.

Exam 2

The Columbian Exchange transformed the world in a more radical (extreme) way than any other development in world history. One significant effect of this process (action or operation) was the establishment of the Triangle Trade. While many factors were a part of the Triangle Trade, the rapid growth in both supply and demand for new commodities was the largest motivating element. This time period may be best associated (connect with or in relation to) with economic developments, but it is impossible to analyze (examine or break down and study) this period without considering the intense social impact that the Triangle Trade had on those involved. In truth, a full understanding can only be gained by appreciating (praising or extol) how economic and social factors (something that affects the outcome) impact each other in history.

The thing that changed the world the most in history was the Columbian Exchange. The Columbian Exchange was the exchange of animals, food, and other materials into Europe. The Columbian Exchange also instituted the Triangle Trade, which traded slaves for goods, and goods for more commodities. The motivation behind the Triangle Trade was mostly because of the demand for goods. The economics of this time were based on the social impacts. All of these factors effect history and the way we see the Columbian Exchange.

Book Portfolio....Hunger

In Hunger by Sharman A. Russell, the theme that I found was hunger has different effects on different people. The book talks about hunger within people who don't have a lot of food, the effects of hunger on people who eat regularly, what hunger does to the body, and why people starve themselves.

You feel empty, you haven't eaten anything all day, and you see a commercial for Ruby Tuesdays. All of a sudden your body reacts. First, the process starts off when you visualize the meal. Your brain sends a message to your stomach saying "Alright, get ready, foods a coming!!". Your mouth starts to water because your stomach says "Your in charge of getting food down here, look alive!". All of this is just the start of the hunger process. Finally when you get food your body starts to release chemicals that produce insulin, split starches, and start the digestive track.

What happens when people who don't eat all the time, get fed? Or what happens when people who normally eat, are starved? The answers are drastically different. When people who don't usually eat, or are fasting for a long time and their body's kind of reject the food. When food enters someone who hasn't eaten in a while the body doesn't remember what to do with it. In one test, the man who was starved for 30 days threw up he food he was given because it was "too much" even though it was a simple serving size. The people who eat everyday and are starved have psychological effects and physical effects. Most people will lose weight. Others however will change their daily routine or have emotional breakdowns. Some people would freak out at the simplest questions. Either way both have great effects on the body.

You see someone in a box, not moving, meditating, they haven't eaten in 24 days; in your mind you wonder " Why"? People fast for many different reasons. As mentioned above people starve themselves to lose weight, get in touch with them inner selves, and to reach out and find god. Everyone has their own reasons.

To conclude, this book was pretty boring. It was fascinating, but dragged out. The author definitely got her theme across and was very descriptive in some parts. I learned a lot from this book, and I figured I wouldn't be fasting anytime soon.

Essay Question

This is the storming of Bastille. This was important because it was the biggest step against the king. In this I got that even the commoners can fight against the king. This also shows that the king was not ready and did not foresee and overthrow.

The guillotine was a big part in the French Revolution because it killed more than 40,000 people that were accused of being unloyal to the king. This also relates to the Committee of Public Safety because it was they who ruled France during the revolution for a short period of time.

This is the Tennis Court Oath. This is significant because it was to establish the constitution in the realm of France. This also created a sense of safety and peace throughout the people. The Tennis Court Oath was a big part in the French Revolution because it made a base for the new kingdom.

From these 3 pictures you can tell that the French Revolution was very bloody. You can also see that middle class people wanted to be equal and have rights, and that people wanted to overthrow the king to restore peace.

Revolution Quote

Inferiors revolt in order that they may be equal, and equals that they may be superior. Such is the state of mind which creates revolutions ~Aristotle

Industrial Revolution

Factory's were not "O.S.H.A. approved".

Steam engines were in ships and trains.

Men ran most of the factory's and business's.

Wooden desks, chairs, and machines shows its old technology.

project proposal

Topic: Global slavery

Angle: The transportation of slaves from country to country

Medium: Powerpoint with 20-25 slides

Technology....good or bad?

I am very comfortable with the tecnology in Mr. Viles class. I think its fairly simple to use because i always use stuff like this.