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Pacific Northwest is not only a region in northwest America but also my second home. Pacific Northwest includes: part of Alaska, most of British Columbia, Canada, Washington State, Oregon State, Idaho State, and part of northern California. From the view of climate, most of area of Pacific Northwest has oceanic climate. In oceanic climate, the temperature in summer season is cool, and the temperature in winter season is cold, but not too cold. Also, there is much precipitation during winter season, whereas there is less precipitation during summer season. In Seattle (WA), Portland (OR), and Vancouver (BC), we have a rainy season from mid-October to mid-April. In contrast, it is not so hot, but dry and less humid during summer. The condition …show more content…
of summer season in Pacific Northwest is similar to Hokkaido, Northern Japan. Therefore, it is more comfortable for us to live in Pacific Northwest area in summer season than Tokyo, Japan. In Tokyo, it is so hot and high humid during summer season. So, it is less comfortable for Japanese people to live in Tokyo. In winter season, although the latitude in Pacific Northwest is relative high (40-55 North degrees), the temperature is not so cold than we expect because a warm current flows in Northwest Pacific Ocean. Also, there are many volcanoes in Pacific Northwest region. Pacific Northwest has Cascade Range, which is one of parts of Ring of Fire. Cascade Range includes: Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Hood, Mt. Baker, Mt. Rainer, Lassen Peak, etc. Because there is a subduction zone in Northwest Pacific Ocean, it causes volcanic activities and earthquakes in Pacific Northwest region. For example, Mt. St. Helens erupted in 1980, and it caused massive damages. Moreover, there are many forests and natures in Pacific Northwest region. Once we leave big cities such as Seattle, Portland, and Vancouver BC, we pass rural areas, and then we can see many forests and mountains. They provide us for good sights and opportunity to watch animals, birds, fish, etc. There is also abundant water in Pacific Northwest area such as river, lakes, melt water from Cascade Range, and precipitation. In Portland, there is the Columbia River, and it is so Wide River. As a result, we can get fish such as salmon. There are many immigrants in Pacific Northwest region.
Most of immigrants come from Asian countries such as China, South Korea, Philippines, etc. Therefore, we see many Asian people in Seattle, Portland, etc. When I came to Seattle and went to a community college, I saw many Asian-American students. I lived in Seattle as homestay, and my host family was Pilipino-American. Pacific Northwest also relates to Japanese people. In the beginning of 20th century, many Japanese people came to Pacific Northwest region as immigrants to get good life. Although there were conflicts and discriminations for Japanese immigrants and Japanese-Americans, they have had their communities and contributed American society. Nowadays, many Japanese people come to Seattle, Vancouver, and Portland as sightseeing, international student, business, etc. Actually, many Japanese international students came to university such as University of Washington, Portland State University, and other universities/colleges in Pacific Northwest. Many Japanese companies also advance to Pacific Northwest region. Before I came to the United States, I was afraid of homesick because I thought that there were less Japanese people. However, when I lived in Seattle, I saw many Japanese people in community college, and Japanese restaurants that are owned by Japanese in downtown. Therefore, I did not feel homesick, and I was able to enjoy American
life. I say Pacific Northwest is also my second home in the beginning of essay. I was born in Japan, and I had lived there for about 20 years. Before I came to Pacific Northwest region, I knew only Seattle because Seattle is a big city, and doorway to the Pacific Northwest region. After I graduated from a high school in Japan, I decided to go to United States and study geology at an American university because I’m interested in geology and GIS, and I wanted to broaden my horizons such as culture. Then I decided to go to Pacific Northwest because there are many volcanoes and good places to study about geology. I came to Seattle in 2012, and lived there for 2 years. Then I transferred to Portland State University and have lived in Portland since 2015. I have been in Pacific Northwest region for about 4 years. Although I have living experience only in Seattle and Portland, I have learned many American culture and knowledge of Pacific Northwest geology and geography. I also changed my view because I learned that Pacific Northwest includes not only Seattle but also Oregon, Idaho, and British Columbia, Canada. Moreover, I feel that the environment of Pacific Northwest such as climate is similar to my hometown. Therefore, I think that Pacific Northwest is my second home. This is my thought of Pacific Northwest.
The emerald jewel of Brooklyn, Prospect Park is often called the borough’s backyard and has been a serene and idyllic retreat for Brooklynites for well over a century now. In fact, the park recently celebrated its 150th anniversary with great fanfare, attesting its historic importance and role it’s played in city life for generations. Few people, however, know the true history of the park, such as its connection to Central Park and the role it played in the development of Brooklyn real estate in the late 19th century. To that end, here’s a quick look at the hidden history of Prospect Park and the key role it’s played in the city’s history over the years.
The Northeast region is the best region because it has a lot of very important, historical landmarks. Also it has amazing products & natural resources that you might love. Best of all we got the most beautiful climates that I personally love and I think you should too.
had created the Indian Removal act which sent them along the trail of tears to the
Climate and weather are similar, describing how the atmosphere behaves, the difference being the timescale (Conway, 2010). Weather is a short-term scale of temperature and precipitation, usually considering weeks or less (ibid). Climate, however, is a long term description of months or longer, describing different seasons and trends of temperature and precipitation. Climate of Vancouver is typically mild during the spring and summer and damp during the autumn and winter, and unlike other mountainous areas of British Columbia, it is not excessively cold or snowy (“Hello BC”, n.d.).
Only residents living in California, Oregon, and Washington were subject to internment, while most Japanese were left alone in Hawaii. Japanese were interned on the west coast because they lived near the ocean, so why not in Hawaii, a region much closer to Japan, and surrounded by ocean? The only plausible reason could be that in Hawaii, the Japanese made up about 40% of the population. In other words, they were nearly the majority. Whereas on the west coast, there were only about 120,000 out of the millions of the total population (Relocation and Incarceration). They were more influential in Hawaii due to the fact that they made-up a large portion of the region’s workforce. Relocating that many people would hurt the economy, and slow down production during war. That wasn’t the case on the west coast. The Japanese were an overwhelming minority which meant that they would be easy to replace in the workforce. Removal on the west coast was definitely racially motivated. When you don’t have much experience with a group of people it is a lot easier to group them all into one bubble. The Japanese on the west coast were subject to negative stereotypes, and their small numbers prevented them from having a voice in their communities to defend themselves. Hawaii housed a much larger Japanese population by percentage, so it was easier for them to speak out, and be recognized as vital to the community. Those on the west coast were not so familiar with the Japanese, only with stereotypes. This created tension causing a higher demand for removing them from the west
The climate in the U.S.A is different across the country. The southern part of the U.S. is generally warmer and the winter season is cold but it's tolerable. While the northern part of the U.S. tends to be colder but during the winter it suffers from heavy snow all season. The northwest pacific area is where it rains the most all year long. The Midwest area is dry but it tends to rain during the spring. The northeast area is rainy. During the winter it tends to snow heavily. The southeast area is very dry and it tends to get really hot during the summer. In Mexico, There is two different seasons: the dry season from November to June that is also the high tourist
Most of the Asian population in the US is concentrated in the Western states of California and Hawaii.
I am a Japanese-American, growing up I never felt like I belonged in either one. I never felt that I was fully Japanese because I did not have all of the same beliefs and traditions as other Japanese people. Nor did I feel fully American because I fully do not believe in all of the American beliefs. I saw myself relating more to the Japanese culture because it taught me to be more respectful to my elders and other people in the community. Growing up I had to assimilate to the prevailing culture because people were bantering me because I had unusual views than they did. It was hard for me growing up; I was trying to identify myself as either a Japanese boy or an American boy while I was at school and at home. At school I had to be this normal American boy, while at home, I had to be a Japanese boy. I felt like two different people. This also tied into me having an awkward relationship with other kids my age especially the girls. I would ask my parents if it was okay for me to date, their response was “as long they are some sort of Asian, then it is okay.” Today my parents do not believe in that saying, they just want to see me in high spirits, but as I was growing up it was hard for me to find a girl that I liked that fit my family standards I always found myself fond of another race other than my own and my parents were not too thrilled with the choices I made when it came to girls when I was an adolescent.
207). The Northwest Ordinance, similar in wording to the Declaration of Independence, specifically articulates the governmental system to be established in the Northwest Territory. Moreover, this document provides specific laws dealing with civil and natural rights, including trial by jury, freedom of religion, and the exclusion of
The Pacific Northwest combines the best of abundant natural beauty with cosmopolitan flair. From the peaks of the Cascade Mountains to the emerald lowlands of Puget Sound to Seattle's eclectic port-city charm, the state of Washington offers a vibrant mix of urban and rural settings. LoopNet puts the vast northwest within your reach.
Washington has a few different big landforms that affect the weather and climate. A few different landforms are Mount St. Helens, Puget Sound, and Cascade Mountains. Mount St. Helens, affects the weather when it erupts by releasing ash and smog into the air. Puget Sound is important because it is the center of commerce. Puget Sound affects the weather by protecting the city from lots of rain. The Cascade Mountains affect the weather with the rain shadow. Living near these landforms you won’t be able the predict all of their weather.
On February 19, I along with the American Presidency Honors class visited both the General Grant National Memorial and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The General Grant National Memorial contains the remains of Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th president of the United States, and his wife Julia Dent Grant, in tombs. This tombs are in the center of the lower floor which also contains memoriam dedicated to other important members who fought in the war with him. In the ceiling of the building are artwork decorated to honor General Grant. On the ground floor, of one the original American Flag is hung on the wall. After visiting the General Grant National Memorial, we went to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, in which we visited the American Wing. In the
Manifest Destiny resulted in the westward expansion of the United States in evident ways such as the movement to California, Oregon, and Texas. Manifest Destiny is explained as the God given right for Americans to move westward and expand the United States as far as possible. With this expansion, many people suffered, many thrived, and many states were added to the United States. Such states include California, originally founded for the massive amounts of gold located there along with the other amiable resources located in the area. After the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, many Californians, originally part of Mexico, now lived in the United States and had to survive with a completely new culture and language. With this, many Americans felt the need to
...rnments and councils. As stated before, San Francisco is home to over 30 percent of Asian Americans in which are represented in 5 out of the 11 city’s district chair and mayors office. Meanwhile cities such as Cupertino and Fremont in the South bay, serve as political hubs for political incorporation by Asian Americans due to a extensive network of Asian American community-based organizations that cultivate and support Asian American candidates through political action at the local and state levels. As California continues to grow and become more ethnically diverse , it will be important for Asian Americans to build coalition in order to have a bright future. The Asian American sin the Bay Area now serves as a Dream for many Asians Americans areas in other parts of the nation. Asian American political incarnation is possible and the Bay Area is the golden goal.
I chose to compare and contrast the United States culture with the culture of Japan. There are a few similarities between the two, such as a love of the arts, fashion and baseball. However, they are culturally different than similar in very major aspects. Japan is a very homogenous society made up of about 98% ethnic Japanese. They tend to put a lot of emphasis on family and communities, and value the group more than the individual (Aliasis, 2013).