Abstract This paper examines how there was a certain inevitability about the American victory in the war against the British. It shows how it was a war of ideas based on natural rights philosophy and how the people wanted to change the world of lords and kings and were not going to give up. It looks at how the colonial militia had spirit and fortitude, and with their new war tactics, they held their own against the red coats. It discusses how the British themselves faced many practical difficulties. It analyzes how the Americans' moves were designed and coordinated, while poor communication and indecisiveness hindered the planning of the British. It also discusses the campaign of 1777, the Battle of Bunker Hill and the defeat at York Town.
From the Paper "Even though the American army was small compared to the British, but their military tactics and skills were excellent. The British firing techniques were also not effective. The commanders lined up their troops in lines, one line in front of the other. Then, the British soldiers fired, knelt down, and then reloaded their weapons. While the British were standing in the open, the Americans used guerrilla tactics and fired upon the redcoats while using the trees as protection. Almost defenseless to this American technique, the British lost many soldiers. The Americans knew how to fight effectively with their limited troops. Prussian soldier Steuben's training program was designed to equip American troops to fight in European fashion with modifications to provide for the increased use of light infantry."
Tags: 1777, bunker, campaign, defeat, french, general, hill, howe, yorktown
Abstract The paper analyzes how Alex, a character in "Little Boy Blue" by Edward Bunker, represents an example of how social institutions criminalize young boys into juvenile delinquents. The writer argues that the corruption of foster homes and Juvenile Hall represents the institutionalizing process. In this manner, Alex is not merely mimicking other young boys through Labeling Theory, but is being manipulated through the tenants of Merton's Strain Theory in causal deviant behavior.
From the Paper "This essay will examine the role of Strain Theory within the format of juvenile delinquency that arises within the novel Little Boy Blue by Edward Bunker. In this sociological perspective, Merton's Strain Theory defines how Alex Hammond becomes "institutionalized" within a segregated and racist system, which acts as a cause to his latter criminal behaviors in the novel. In essence, Strain Theory adequately explains the role of Merton's philosophy that unequal means are allocated "equal goals" in demonstrating why Alex is slowly corrupted by the social institutions in Bunker's novel. The first part of Little Boy Blue depicts Alex being manipulated by social institutions that he must invariably grow up within."
Examines the leadership skills of former New York City Mayor Rudolph W. Giulian and provides positive commentary on his effectiveness as a leader immediatley following the 9/11 attack on the Twin Towers.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 7 sources, 2002, $ 71.95
Abstract Rudolph W. Giuliani, former Mayor of New York City, began 2001 in relative national obscurity and was deemed by many to be a mediocre mayor at best. But, by the end of the year, in the wake of 9/11, Rudy Giuliani became a national hero. Giuliani was given an opportunity to demonstrate resolve, inner-strength, courage, and dedication to his cause and country in rare fashion. It was his steady gaze and reassuring voice that carried the day; much more so than President Bush's visibly shaken, uncertain, even frightened flight from city to city in the wake of the attacks. While our President was hiding in bunkers and on airplanes, Giuliani was at "Ground Zero", making himself useful in a direct and incredibly effective manner. There was no pretense, no fear, just a great man who had never had the opportunity to demonstrate that fact of himself. Leadership, true leadership, has inherent qualities that cannot simply be tried on. It is the purpose of this paper to examine the leadership qualities of Rudolph W. Giuliani and to demonstrate that his is an assured political future.
Abstract This paper explains the concept of syndication and looks at its impact on actors, television audiences, and the industry as a whole. It discusses how syndication can also revive interest in a defunct show that never found its audience by giving it a new time slot and lease on life. The writer states that it can sustain the revenue of a faltering actor who gave his or her "best years" to America in a particularly beloved and culturally seminal role, like Archie Bunker, but, ultimately, syndication is the art of repetition, rather than the creation of what is new.
From the Paper "The most recent hit television show to come to an end was the popular NBC sitcom ?Friends.? The show was one of the last mainstays of NBC's long-standing but faltering "Must See TV" Thursday lineup. This lineup used to include "Seinfield" but has now dwindled to a faltering "ER" and little else, a show that is also syndicated and likely to end soon, given its declining number of viewers. What was so interesting, however, in terms of the death of "Friends" as a cultural mainstay, was not the loss of this rather pedestrian sitcom, but the fact that even more than the content of the final episode, the question in the media was often?how much would the actors receive for their performance in the show, and how much was the undisclosed amount they would receive when all of the episodes entered syndication. The show's presence, through syndication, had become so ubiquitous, that there were more questions about the revenue of the actors than of the show's termination itself. After all, no one could miss "Friends"--it would still be on, in recycled form, night after night."
Tags: friends, television, audience, actor, time, slot
Abstract In this article, the writer discusses that "All in the Family" radically transformed the role of television to a form of study on society's views of race, ethnicity, gender and social class as well as a host of other previously taboo political issues such as gun control, homosexuality and rape. Even so, the writer notes that some debate whether or not the show really fostered a more positive view of diversity and multiculturalism. Despite the different points of views about the social merits of the show, the writer maintains that practically everyone can agree that 'All in the Family' was the first television show to openly deal with prejudice and that it opened the door for future shows to include real-world social concerns. The writer concludes that for this reason alone, 'All in the Family' should be viewed as one of the greatest innovations in television shows for advancing diversity and multiculturalism.
From the Paper "The Bunker's neighbors were George and Louise Jefferson and their son Lionel. George was just as much a racist and a bigot as Archie, illustrating that these characteristics are not just confined to the white community. George popularized the disparaging term "honky" for a white person. The son Lionel and his friends Gloria and Michael frequently railed against social injustice to the dismay and contempt of their fathers. Most of show centered on arguments between the younger members and Archie. These generational differences in opinions showed how the passage of time was beginning to transform society with younger people becoming more accepting of minority groups and developing different ideals for social roles. However, older Americans were having a hard time adapting to these new realities."
