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The Great Leap Forward:(Part 3)
This is the third part in an experimental history series. You can read PART 1, PART 2 here. Rather than publishing my history paper as one large piece, I am breaking it up into a few smaller parts. I would love some feed back on my social media of which is better. Thank you, and enjoy.
Atomic HistorianPublished 12 months ago in HistoryThe Great Leap Forward:(Part 2)
This is the second part in an experimental history series. You can read PART 1 here. Rather than publishing my history paper as one large piece, I am breaking it up into a few smaller parts. I would love some feed back on my social media of which is better. Thank you, and enjoy.
Atomic HistorianPublished 12 months ago in HistoryThe Great Leap Forward: (Part 1)
This is the first part in an experimental history series. Rather than publishing my history paper as one large piece, I am breaking it up into a few smaller parts. I would love some feed back on my social media of which is better. Thank you, and enjoy.
Atomic HistorianPublished 12 months ago in HistoryMaps of Knowledge
Looking for magic in Medieval and Renaissance German society can be difficult at times. The difficulty does not lie in a lack of magic, but rather, in the disunity between the societies recognized as being Germanic. This disunity makes the quest for such history much more expansive. Thus, one must expand their definition of what it meant to be German in these eras to all the lands that the various German peoples inhabited. Taking this expanded view, one realizes that Germanic influence spread from Greenland in the north to the Mediterranean in the south, and from the British Isles in the west to the Caspian in the east in the Medieval period. This area encompasses a wide range of cultures and thoughts that influenced Medieval and Renaissance German culture. This milieu forced the various Germanic peoples into conflicts with peoples from cultures as disparate as the Celtics, with their gods inhabiting every pebble and twig insight, to Mamelukes, who had accepted the monotheism of Islam. The Medieval and Renaissance eras found German society immersed in conflicts over who would be the cultural heart of Europe, thus it is logical that the church sought to conquer the souls of heathen European cultures, and to bring them under the heal of the Trinity. However, as those that bore the cloth were often the middle-born son of their family, their battle was to spill ink upon the page, as they were dissuaded from shedding blood on the battlefield. In this paper, we will explore the historiography of those who battled over canon, rather than with cannons, and how they framed the conversation around magic in German society during the Medieval and Renaissance eras.
Atomic HistorianPublished 12 months ago in HistoryBay of Pigs
When John F. Kennedy became President of the United States on January 20, 1961, he inherited every policy decision that Eisenhower had yet to carry out. (1) One of these was the planned invasion of Cuba to depose Fidel Castro and the 26th of July Movement. The Central Intelligence Agency had recruited and trained Cuban exiles to conduct the invasion. The operation became known as the Bay of Pigs Invasion after the point that the Cuban exiles made their landing. The planning of the invasion began with the 1959 defeat of Fulgencio Batista, the former president of Cuba. The CIA believed that the use of Cuban exiles would work because of their perceived success in the 1954 coup against President Jacobo Arbenz of Guatemala. In the 1954 coup against Arbenz, the CIA had used disgruntled Guatemalan military officers and Agency provided air support to aid in the coup. In the Bay of Pigs, there would be no such saving graces. The air and artillery support the US promised was either canceled or so delayed that Castro's forces easily repelled the invading forces. Additionally, the CIA had no understanding of the environment in which they were operating. In Guatemala, there had been differing factions to exploit within Arbenz's government. In 1961 Cuba there were no such factions left on the island. This was due to any that had opposed the 26th of July Movement fleeing the island in the wake of losing their benefactor. This meant that the invaders had no support to meet them once they arrived. This led to the spectacular failure that is now associated with the Bay of Pigs. By 1961, the CIA had grown confident enough in its abilities to conduct such an operation. However, they operated with undeserved confidence, as they had not learned how to conduct such operations in hostile nations. It is by looking at the CIA's overconfidence in their ability to pull off the Bay of Pigs Invasion that we see how Fidel Castro and the Cuban government were able to assert their sovereignty, and become a regional power despite the lopsided odds stacked against them.
Atomic HistorianPublished 12 months ago in HistoryFixing it in Post
In 1954, Jacobo Arbenz had been the President of Guatemala for three years. When Arbenz took power in 1951, he had no idea that continuing his predecessor’s crusade for Guatemala’s peasantry would draw him into the crosshairs of the United States government.(1) His predecessors had ruled Guatemala in the American business-friendly fashion expected by the United States government. Arbenz’s mild attempts to transform the Guatemalan economy from a feudalistic state into a capitalist one drew the ire of the United States government via the interests of U.S. businesses operating in the country.(2) For most Americans, greater threats to "national security" have overshadowed knowledge of Operation PBSUCCESS and the events surrounding the coup against Arbenz. In part, this is due to the rarity for the American education system to teach about the United States government’s involvement in Latin America beyond a few approved highlight-reel moments. This is further compounded by Americans seldom taking the time to learn about other cultures. And as governments are representative of the general population, in addition to the assumed exceptionalism of the United States, this has created a sense of institutionalized amnesia amongst policymakers. This willful amnesia has led to the forgetting of the actions of one administration by the next. This contrasts the experience in Latin America, where despite the large size of some nations, the interconnectedness is more apparent, and has created an atmosphere where it is harder to erase the collective memory. The preservation of memory in Latin American is further extended by the diaspora of political exiles. Amongst these exiles are the descendants of Jacobo Arbenz, who have worked to counter the mythmaking that has warped the American memory surrounding the 1954 coup against Arbenz. Furthermore, it is myths that make nations, and whoever controls a nation’s education controls its past, and thus a nation's future.
Atomic HistorianPublished 12 months ago in HistorySeptember 11: The Death of Democracy in Chile
In the early 1970s the government of the United States of America, with their Chilean allies took a course that would destroy one of the most stable countries in South America. Caught up in the fervor of the Cold War, they set the stage to overthrow the first democratically elected Socialist leader of South America. Setting United States foreign policy for the foreseeable future, and setting back the progress of Chile indefinitely. While the United States did not instigate the coup, actions taken through covert support of the Chilean Armed Forces would set the stage for a chilling era for all Chileans. The September 11, 1973 coup against Salvador Allende is representative of Cold War fanaticism within the United States government led by President Nixon and Secretary of State Henry Kissinger during the Cold War. This fanaticism was brought on by the belief that Allende’s regime would become an anchor for Communism in South America and ruin the Chilean economy in the process.
Atomic HistorianPublished 12 months ago in History- Content Warning
The Evolution of Language
Introduction Language is the remarkable thread that weaves humanity together, enabling us to communicate, express our thoughts, and share our knowledge. It is a tool that has evolved over thousands of years, molding and adapting to the needs of diverse societies and cultures. This essay delves into the fascinating history of language, tracing its origins, development, and the profound impact it has had on the progress of human civilization.
M.J. HUMPHREYPublished 12 months ago in History The Amazing Success of Ertugrul Ghazi
The Amazing Success of Ertugrul Ghazi: Global Reach, Inspiring Heroism, and Cultural Impact The Turkish historical drama series "Diriliş: Erturul," often referred to as "Ertugrul Ghazi," has recently captivated the attention of millions of people all around the world. Ertugrul Bey, the father of Osman I, the founder of the Ottoman Empire, is the subject of this epic tale of bravery, honour, and tenacity. The popularity of Ertugrul Ghazi is a tribute to its deep cultural effect, inspirational characters, and ability to transcend boundaries and strike a chord with viewers throughout the world, in addition to its engaging plot and gorgeous cinematography. Explore the elements that have contributed to Ertugrul Ghazi's ongoing appeal as we dig into this remarkable success story.
imran khalilPublished 12 months ago in HistoryTaylor Swift's dating history!
ABOUT HER BACKGROUND Taylor Swift is a remarkable and influential figure in the music industry, known for her exceptional talent as a singer, songwriter, and performer. Born on December 13, 1989, in Reading, Pennsylvania, she has captivated audiences worldwide with her captivating melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and unwavering authenticity.
Vishwanath DPublished 12 months ago in HistoryMoney
Brainstorming Money buy other's people ideas which simply define the real nature of us. We are created in the form of God as they say and God is the source of all Ideas which simply say again, the rich try to have many Ideas around them and God around them always.
Cedric HAGENIMANA (Astral)Published 12 months ago in HistoryHonoring the Legacy
It has been seventy-nine years since that fateful day when heroes emerged from the mists of uncertainty and etched their names into the annals of history. On the 6th of June, 1944, the world witnessed an unparalleled display of valor and sacrifice as Allied forces stormed the beaches of Normandy in a daring operation that would forever change the course of World War II. Today, we stand united in reverence, honoring the men and women who selflessly fought for our freedom on D-Day.
Andrew OrokoPublished 12 months ago in History