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Genocide in the Congo

11/28/2022

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The Power of images and photos can change history and expose human atrocities.  In 1905, missionary Alice Harris took photographs with her Kodak camera exposing the horrific mutilations of the Congolese people by the Belgium Government.  King Leopold's rubber slave trade killed twelve million people in the Congo, while thousands of survivors were left with mutilated limbs.  The photographs were published in newspapers around the world and helped to end King Leopold's reign of the Congo. 
1.  Discuss the power of photographs and smart phones in present society? What examples of injustices can they expose?   
2.  What effect do these images have on your thoughts regarding imperialism in Africa, specifically the Congo?
3. What connections can you make between the Industrial Revolution and Imperialism in Africa? How do they connect?

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The Guillotine and Capital Punishment

9/30/2022

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vcxDuring the Reign of Terror of the French Revolution, over 300,000 people were arrested.  Of those people, 17,000 were executed by the Guillotine.  Many of those who were executed were victims of mistaken identity, or were falsely accused by their neighbors. Today, over 30 states in the U.S. (including the military and federal government) have the Death Penalty, or Capital Punishment as part of their State Laws.  Since 1976, there have been over 1,200 executions in America.
1. Do you believe the Death Penalty should still exist? 
2. Why, or why not?  Consider possible innocent victims, and consider mass murderers.  Give your reasons for or against Capital punishment.
3. Use evidence from the articles listed (or your own research) to support your argument.

Articles:

Which Is Cheaper, Execution or Life in Prison Without Parole?
www.hg.org/legal-articles/which-is-cheaper-execution-or-life-in-prison-without-parole-31614

Should the Death Penalty Be Legal?
deathpenalty.procon.org/questions/should-the-death-penalty-be-allowed/

Death Penalty - Equal Justice Initiative
https://eji.org/issues/death-penalty/

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Habeas Corpus

8/24/2022

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Article I, Section 9 of the U.S. Constitution allows the Executive Branch to suspend habeas corpus when in cases of rebellions or invasions.
*On September 24, 1862, President Lincoln issued a proclamation suspending the right to writs of habeas corpus during the Civil War.
*On February 19, 1942, President Roosevelt signs Executive Order 90066 authorizing military areas for people considered to be dangerous to U.S.
*On October 17, 2006, President Bush signed a law suspending the right of habeas corpus to persons "determined by the United States" to be an "enemy combatant" in the Global War on Terror.         
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1.  Do you believe habeas corpus should ever be suspended, allowing the U.S. government to imprison individuals without formal charges or a right to a fair trial?  What about in times of rebellions or invasions (9/11 & Pearl Harbor)?
2.  Two summers ago, the State of New York suspended Habeas Corpus for citizens protesting the murder of George Floyd.  Do you believe it is right for the government to suspend Habeas Corpus rights for New Yorkers who were arrested in their protest of the killing of George Floyd? Why or why not? Explain your answer.  View the link to the article on New York/Habeas Corpus: Show evidence from the article incorporated in your response for full credit.

https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/habeas-corpus-explained/
Due Friday 9-2-22
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Mandela - Long Walk to Freedom

5/17/2022

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 Movie:  Mandela - Long Walk to Freedom (Due 5-20-22)
1. In your opinion, what scene in the movie best magnifies the brutality and injustice of the apartheid system of South Africa? Explain in detail.
2. Read pgs. 673-675. How did the policy of apartheid strengthen whites' hold on power? Use the textbook to answer.
3. In your opinion, what does this quote mean to you. Explain in detail.  
     "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to                                change the world." - Nelson Mandela
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They Shall Not Grow Old Film Review

2/7/2022

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1. What Problems did the soldiers face fighting and living in the trenches?
2. How would you describe the food they ate?
3. How did viewing WW1 footage in HD-Color change your perception of the Great War? Explain.
Due by February 18th
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Juneteenth and the 13th Amendment

6/21/2021

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Read these three articles:
What is Juneteenth?
https://history.com/news/what-is-juneteenth
Does an Exemption Clause in the 13th Amendment Still Permit Slavery? (25% of all the world's prisoners are in America)
https://www.history.com/news/13th-amendment-slavery-loophole-jim-crow-prisons
President Biden makes Juneteenth a National Holiday
www.cnn.com/2021/06/17/politics/biden-juneteenth-bill-signing/index.html
Answer:
1. Why is June 19th just as important (maybe more) as the Emancipation Proclamation? Should Juneteenth be a National Holiday? Explain.
2. Do you believe the provisions in the 13th Amendment freed African-Americans, or created a modern-day prison slave system (or both)? Explain.
3.  Name an event that is personally important to you that you would like to see become a national holiday.
4. Do you agree with President Biden making Juneteenth a National Holiday? Explain why, or why not?
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El Sistema

10/27/2017

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What are your thoughts on the El Sistema music program in Venezuela?  How do you think this music program helps young students deal with living in cities, such as Caracas, where there is horrific poverty and crime?  What social and educational values do you see these children developing through learning music?  In your opinion, how important is providing an Arts education for any student in the world?
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Palestine-Israel Conflict

7/3/2017

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After viewing the documentaries Unsettled and 5 Broken Cameras and discussing in class the historical conflict between Palestinians and Israelis, what is your opinion on this never-ending feud?  Do you believe one side is more responsible for the violence and division of the land?  Do you believe in the Zionist Movement, in which some Israeli Jews believe this is their rightful land dating back to the Biblical times of Abraham and Moses?  Are there any solutions to this conflict?  What role should the United States government play?  Should the United States continue to financially support the Israeli military? All of your thoughts and opinions are encouraged!
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    Our World History class blog brings students together in an online discussion forum.  Weekly topics will be posted for students to discuss.  Students will receive an additional five points each week for quality responses to our blog topics. Please remember to post respectful and insightful comments and include your full name and period at the conclusion of your response.  In addition, you will be required to comment on at least two other students' post to receive the full 5 points.

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