The first reason that Dwight D. Eisenhower should be on Mt. Rushmore is because he was a forward thinking leader as shown in the Federal Highway Act of 1956. Context: Explain the person’s accomplishment. When and where did it happen? Why did the person do this? When Esienhower signed the Federal Highway Act in 1956, he did this because back around 1920 to 1930 he noticed that the roads in America were bad and the transportation was poor. He knew something had to be done. So while in the White House, he signed a law that started the construction of the interstate highway system. Primary Source: What did the person say or do that demonstrates greatness? For a primary source, Eisenhower said, "Together, the united forces of our communication …show more content…
The second reason Dwight D. Eisenhower should be on MT Rushmore is because he was peaceful as shown when he ended the Korean War. Context: Explain the accomplishment. When and where did it happen? Why did the person do this? This accomplishment happened in 1953 when there was a war going on against South Korea and North Korea. When he was in the office, he signed a truce that made the Korean border peaceful. Primary Source: What did the person say or do that demonstrates greatness? Dwight D. Esienhower gave a speech called, “I shall go to Korea” this demonstrates greatness and him being peaceful because he went to Korea to try and make peace along the border so he went to Korea and ended the war by signing the Korean Armistice Agreement. Secondary Source: What did someone else say about this person’s accomplishment? Another person said “Making good on his most dramatic presidential campaign promise, newly elected Dwight D. Eisenhower goes to Korea to see whether he can find the key to ending the bitter and frustrating Korean War.” He was basically saying that Dwight D. Eisenhower went to Korea to end the …show more content…
“The new act established the Civil Rights Section of the Justice Department and empowered federal prosecutors to obtain court injunctions against interference with the right to vote”. Eisenhower was saying what the Civil Rights Act would do and this demonstrates greatness because what he said here is a good way to address a problem that has been around for a very long time. Secondary Source: What did someone else say about this person’s accomplishment? “On September 9, 1957, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed into law the Civil Rights Act of 1957. Originally proposed by Attorney General Herbert Brownell, the Act marked the first occasion since Reconstruction that the federal government undertook significant legislative action to “protect civil rights”. This person was saying that Dwight D. Eisenhower was taking leadership and being caring because he knew that the U.S. was not equal, so he passed the Civil Rights Act of 1957. Analysis: How does the evidence above prove that this person deserves to be on Mt. Rushmore. What characteristics does this person share with another president on Mt. Rushmore. This evidence proves that a person should be on MT Rushmore because the equality in the U.S was really bad and because Eisenhower is caring he passed the Civil Rights Act of 1957 and this shares traits with all the presidents on MT Rushmore because they were all
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General Eisenhower made difficult decisions that others may not have. The D-day invasion is well known for its successes given the almost impossible situation. If General Eisenhower did not make the decision to take Normandy the Allied campaign into Europe may not have succeeded. Moving into his presidency, Dwight Eisenhower came into a difficult time because of Soviet opposition. He was president during a time of a downsized military and emphasized peace and less use of U.S. military forces. The U.S. Military will continue to use Dwight Eisenhower as an example of a successful leader, and that is his largest
The United States vows to protect the democratic South Korea. American forces defend South Korea but are almost pushed on the peninsula . Douglas Mccarthur is in charge of the American forces. He stages an impressive counter attack that pushes the North Koreans all the way back to China. This is when China enters the warand pushes American forces back to the 38Th parallel. In 1953 , the war ended In a stalemate. (document C)
He predicted all the injustice African Americans would be forced to undergo for many more years, mainly due to this landmark decision. During the late 1800s and early 1900s, the white majority made a great effort to eradicate all the progress made during the Reconstruction era, which granted African Americans equal rights. Those in politics named themselves Redeemers since they tried to redeem the South from the “misrule” and corruption of their precedents (those in favor of equality). Whites harshly punished them for petty crimes, and their opportunities in politics slowly deteriorated. They also sought to deprive the African Americans of their basic rights, more specifically, voting rights.... ...
The Mount Rushmore National Memorial is located in Black Hills, South Dakota. Carved on the side of this granite mountain are the faces of four well known presidents, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt. Each man earned their place on the mountain for their mark in presidential history. Some might wonder if Theodore Roosevelt belongs on this great memorial and what he did to deserve this honor. His is probably most remembered for his brazen way of getting things done in the White House, but as the 26th president of The United States, Roosevelt should be credited for many of his achievements that we are still appreciating today.
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 is considered groundbreaking legislation for a number of reasons. Prior to this bill, there was no legislation that made segregation, or discrimination against African-Americans illegal. Taking a closer look at the law will reveal the various facets through which the Civil Rights Act denounces segregation. While this legislation is composed of eleven titles, it is really the first seven which caused the most noticeable change in the American landscape. Title I of the act “[was] designed to close loopholes that the Southern States [had] discovered” (Summary of Provisions) in previous Civil Rights bills, primarily in the topi...
Bond’s speech exceeded all of my expectations and I came away with a great deal of admiration and respect for his opinions, many that I personally share with him. It is one thing to learn about the momentous achievements of the civil rights movement in class, and a whole different thing to hear it coming from one of the movement’s original leaders. The evening spent with Julian Bond was one that I was very glad I attended.
Lyndon B. Johnson’s Voting Rights Speech was given on March 15, 1965. In the past, America had a hard time trying to give African Americans voting rights even though they gained their freedom years before, but, it was hopefully all going to change. Johnson supported the idea of African Americans having the right to vote and he worked his hardest to talk Congress into passing this law. In his speech he’s talking to both the American Citizens and Congress trying to gain their support. When he was trying to get the support of the American people he went out of his way just to show them that this issue was about much more.
While he does not negate the fact that the civil rights activists were central to effecting this fundamental change, which would have not occurred otherwise, his storyline only engages with the most prominent figures of the civil rights movement, and even they get rater scant attention in his account. In his view, these men managed to successfully negotiate gradual advances towards racial progress (3). However, they were only able to do so because central political figures of the administration were willing to listen and act. In order to support his thesis, Lawson provides us with a concise summary of federal civil rights reforms beginning in the 1940s and the activism that fostered them. In doing so, he focuses on the policies of the different administrations and central events of the southern struggle for civil rights and closes his essay with a short discussion of the federal government’s renewed retreat from securing the civil rights of
He set a precedent and established a legacy that, if elected politicians remember to serve the people, will live on. Through his aggressive legislation, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt paved the road to a future where workers are respected, minorities treated equally, and government is truly “for the people”.
Dwight D. Eisenhower, the Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces during World War II, was close to not achieving commander status. If this had happened, a different person would have taken control over Operations Torch, Avalanche, and Overlord. Eisenhower, in fact, was the key component in the victory for the Allies. Had he not been assigned by George Marshall to a planning officer in Washington D.C., President Harry Truman might not have saw Eisenhower’s potential. Eisenhower’s past 30 years of military experience, his strong mental and social stature, and his ideas and tactics were all key factors for his triumphant victory in World War II.
He is very optimistic about his speech in the first line. However, he bluntly addressed the issues of hardship, which African-Americans endured while America was beginning to become a stronger symbol of hope and freedom. He acknowledged the experience of wealth which his race became accustomed to, the ghetto poverty. He recognized the right of each color and pale man who contains the right to live, liberty, and the pursuit of true happiness. As bluntly as he began his speech, he boldly pointed out the Supreme Law of The Land- the Constitution - and quoted the Declaration of Independence as it was.
Throughout the early 1950’s the Korean Peninsula was a location with much civil unrest and violence. For this reason, it is a miracle that the Korean Armistice Agreement was actually mutually agreed upon by North and South Korea. Even with the constant complications, and early opposition surrounding the Korean Armistice Agreement, the aid of Dwight D Eisenhower made this unrealistic attempt of peace a reality.
Ronald Reagan was a true hero to many people. He showed strength when the country, and the world needed a strong person. When there were challenges he rose to the occasion, and conquered them. He was an honest man with a big heart that had a love for country, and all of the people in it. Overall most people have nothing but respect for his legacy, even most of his critics give him respect for some of his accomplishments. This is why Ronald Reagan was a hero to many, and his legacy still lives on today.
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