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The History of the Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel
The Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel (MMMBT) is one the three major highway bridge-tunnel facilities in Virginia. A bridge-tunnel is a facility where a bridge transitions into a man-made portal island. A bridge tunnel is used in Virginia because of the wide of water located there, which makes an all tunnel route extremely expensive. The Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel is one of the largest, unknown water-crossing facilities in the world. The Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel is named after the
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Cureent History Portfolio
Current History Portfolio Article # 1 Titled: Yes: There are Limits to the right to bear arms Source: Union Tribune or Signonsandiego Date: Dec. 21 2007 By: Kristen Rand Summary/Analysis : This article discusses the amendment about gun control specifically the right to bear arms. But it isn’t discussing it on the U.S. mainland but instead on the District of Columbia. The Controversy is whether or not the District is bound to the same laws
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American History X
I'm not scared... I'm through with it... I'm done. "American History X" is an unflattering and often disturbing look at the roots and consequences of racism. And like the hard reality that it attempts to mirror, there are no easy answers or simple solutions offered in this cautionary tale. Instead, it portrays the scourge of racism as an endemic and self-propagating problem, festering and feeding upon itself, resulting in distant consequences both unexpected and tragic.
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American History X
AMERICAN HISTORY X American History X (1998) illustrates how segregation is aggravated by missing father figures as well as the herd mentality of the characters in the film. German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche’s concept of the herd mentality states that people need a concept or a worldview to adopt in order to give meaning to their lives. This herding of people who choose to adopt this certain ideal or ideals in effect causes the stifling of
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Jazz History in 1920
Jazz Poetry in the 1920's Jazz Poetry can be defined as poetry that demonstrates jazz-like rhythm or the feeling of improvisation. During the 1920's many poets began to experiment with the conventional forms of writing with rhythm which led to the invention of Jazz Poetry. Poetry and Jazz seemed to both evolve into each other which led to the merge that became known as “Jazz Poetry”. Jazz poetry has been an unorthodox style of writing
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What Is History?
History is of great importance to our world and everyday lives. The knowledge of what has happened in the past is what prevents it from happening again, as long as we pay close attention. History gives us insight into our world, and how everything has come to be. The study of it can improve our lives, by learning the lessons learned in the past, without having to experience them ourselves. History is the study of
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Theatre's Troublesome History
Although theatre was considered dangerous throughout various periods in History, I believe its one of the best things that could have happened to our society. That’s why, I believe, theatre is a necessary art form. Its one thing to sit and read a political article in the newspaper at home, criticising the government for trampling on freedom; its another to absorb this idea in a room full of people all focused on the play unfolding
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History of Snow Boarding
History of Snowboarding Snowboarding is the world's fastest growing winter sport and is set to become even more popular than skiing. It is still a young sport and there are many people eager to learn more about the enjoyment the sport has to offer. Without going to a mountain and taking a few lessons it is hard to fully appreciate what the sport really is, and the sensation that riding a snowboard gives. This essay
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Lessons of the Imperialist Propaganda (indonesian History)
The Legacy Between Oranje Boven and The Holy Red and White Up to 1942, Indonesia had been stably ruled by a three-and-a-half century-old Dutch regime which continued to dampen down Indonesia's desire for an independent, sovereign state. The Japanese invasion, three-and-a-half years brief as it was, contributed significantly to the development modern Indonesian state. This period is a stage where Indonesia becomes the spotlight on mass communication, as parties of various political interests strive to
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History of Fda
History of the FDA From a staff of one to over 9,000, the Food and Drug Administration has seen great changes since it was first created in 1862. Stemming from a single chemist in the U.S. Department of agriculture, the FDA now encompasses most food products, both human and animal drugs, cosmetics and animal feed. The FDA received it start under a different name. First called the Division of Chemistry, which played a small part
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History and Trends of Free Market Capitalism
Free Market Capitalism History of Capitalism Free Market Capitalism emerged in the mid to late 1700's and grew in popularity and strength as individuals realized the benefits specialization and trade and antiquated infrastructures began to grow increasingly more capable and efficient. Improvements in travel and transportation, the monetization of individuals and the softening of attitudes towards the promise of a market based system were important obstacles that needed to be overcome before a region could
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Bangladesh - the History of Development and It’s Proverty
Bangladesh- The history of development and it's proverty When our mind thinks about poverty the first thing our mind thinks about is the third world. As a citizen of such a third world country I never realized my country is such a poor country until I came to Canada. Bangladesh is my homeland, one of the poorest countries in South Asia. Bangladesh has the highest incidence of poverty in South Asia. The country known as
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New York, New York
New York, New York Sirens and busy city sidewalks; yellow taxis and the subway; delis and hot dog stands on every corner; Central Park covered in a blanket of snow; Broadway and all of its glamour; the bright lights of Times Square; Bloomingdales and the designers on 5th Avenue; ice skating and the Rockettes at Rockefeller Center; the Empire State Building and its amazing view at night; the smell of the meat Packing District; browsing
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Samsung History
Samsung Group Timeline and History Samsung’s beginnings (1938 ~ 1969) On March 1, 1938, founding chairman Byung-Chull Lee started a business in Taegu, Korea with 30,000 won. At first, Mr. Lee's little business was primarily in trade export, selling dried Korean fish, vegetables, and fruit to Manchuria and Beijing. But in just over a decade, SAMSUNG - meaning literally "three stars" in Korean - would have its own flour mills and confectionery machines, its own
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History of McPenises
Hello Lover, I've been thinking of you constantly.... The sound of your laugh. The way you smile. Even the way you watch over me, making sure I'm safe. And then, there are those other things... like our Lovemaking. Let me tell you of the things I so enjoy... The way you giggle when we play, and the way you taunt me. The feel of your firm body in my arms and your silken skin
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The History of the Russiam Blue Cat in Israel
THE HISTORY OF THE RUSSIAN BLUE CAT IN ISRAEL The first Russian Blue cats were brought to Israel by immigrants arriving from the former Soviet Union. Over the past 15 years over a million people have immigrated to Israel from the Soviet Union and of course they brought their beloved pets with them, including the wonderful Russian Blue cat. There are now three cat clubs in Israel, one FIFe club, one WCF club and one
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Art History
Chavin de Huantar Chavin de Huantar was located in Peru and developed around 900 B.C. late in the Initial Period. At an elevation of 3,150 m., Chavin de Huantar was situated at the bottom of Cordillera Blanca's eastern slopes, approximately halfway between tropical forests and coastal plains. At the intersection of major routes, Chavin de Huantar was in the position to control the routes, increase their exchange with others, and receive goods that were not
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The Even Sadder New York Police Saga
The Even Sadder New York Police Saga By Richard Emery The New York Times, December 12, 1987 The recent revelation that Transit Police officers made scores of illegal arrests for alleged sex abuse and other crimes in 1983 and 1984 is only the beginning of what promises to be a long and sorry story. It is fast becoming clear that the ill-advised practice of measuring police productivity by arrest quotas is responsible for a far
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Black History Unit Opinion Essay
Q: What have you learned from our Black History unit? Have you changed your mind about past and/or current issues? How can you make a difference in eliminating discrimination in our society? A: I’ve always known that slavery and discrimination towards blacks used to exist. It’s always been a part of me, a part of my knowledge. However, I never realized the seriousness, and the unfairness of the whole affair until we began studying it
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Medieval History: Peasants Life
The life of a peasant was a hard one. They had to work long hours in their lords fields in return for a small cottage and strip of land near the manor house. Their health was poor due to bad diets and unhygienic living conditions. Most peasants did not live past the age of thirty. Peasants had very little freedoms. If they were born a peasant, they stayed tied to the land until they died.
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History
stagnant water drizzled down the stream leading me into a place that was unpleasantly easy to discover. Slowly walking through the bush, exploring what would mean more to me than I could ever imagine. Suddenly a squirrel, dear or maybe even a bear disturbs the brush behind me. In that instance I am out of the fogy abyss before anything can escalate further. Once a summer my family would pack up the big white van
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Political History
During the late seventeen hundreds and early eighteen hundreds, the world political system made a shift . Large monarchies began to crumble and sovereign nation-states began to be formed. Previous this period of time, the land was said to be property of a king, and the people had little or no political power. The ruling monarch made most if not all of the political decisions, as was his right by inheritance. As time passed and
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History of the Church of England
The History of the Church of England, J.R.H. Moorman, pp. 59-220 Book Report The middle ages began when William the Normans took over England. William liked to regard himself as a reformer. He would not allow the pope to interfere with what he regarded as the king's lawful business. He regarded himself as the head of the Church in England. William appointed his close friend, Lanfranc, as the archbishop of Canterbury. They both ruled England
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Us Airways History
1.0: Pre-Deregulation US Airways began, in the mid 1930s, calling itself All American Aviation. It began service as an airmail carrier, supplying service to many small western Pennsylvania and Ohio Valley communities. Then, in 1949 All American Aviation changed its name to All American Airways; with the change of name the airline also changed direction in terms of the service it offered. The airline is able to focus on passenger service with the introduction of
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American History X
American History X American History X directed by Tony Kaye brings a new meaning to racism. This movie is about modern-day racial hatred in even the most urban areas today. This movie shows that racial hatred, does not accomplish anything but more hate, and that with due time it will come back to haunt you. In the world of skinhead neo-nazi, fuels a mindless individual that is startling in intensity. Derek Vinyard is one
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