Abstract This paper presents a brief examination of American foreign policy from the Vietnam War to the bombardment of Cambodia, the Gulf War and the economic sanctions on Iraq as well as the present war against bin-La din's al-Qaida in Afghanistan.
From the Paper "The greatest purveyor of violence in the world today is my own government," said Martin Luther King in 1967. King's premise is presently shared by many, in the United States and elsewhere, who believe that the US is the "evil empire" of the second half of the 20th century. While the current American offensive is justified by many throughout the political spectrum ? The Nation's Richard Falk maintains that "The war in Afghanistan against apocalyptic terrorism" is the first truly just war since World War II" ? others argue that the bombardment is merely another example of the violent, disdainful nature of America's foreign policy. The American intervention in WWII, of course, is widely regarded as a necessary contribution to the containment of the expansionist Nazi aggressors. Not too many people repudiate the legitimacy of that war ? the mere existence of various non-white ethnic groups throughout the world is enough to dispel any counter notions. In retrospect, most people agree that the US would have saved the life of millions had it recognized the nature of the enemy sooner, and thus joined the war earlier. "
Abstract This paper describes how teen magazines influence the way teenage girls view themselves and affect their self-esteem. The author examines the bombardment of perfect female images on girls, and how they struggle to achieve such standards of beauty. The paper discussed how young women begin to define themselves solely on how they look and how teen magazines teach girls that it is acceptable to be seen as objects.
From the Paper "In the past few decades, teenage girls have been tremendously preoccupied with their looks. They are obsessed with their makeup, their hair, their clothes, and their weight. What is responsible for this obsession? If you flip through any one of the numerous teen magazines on the market, you will find on just about every page one of the following: a makeup ad, pictures of super-skinny, flawless models, tips on how to improve your looks or change your body, or pictures of girls being portrayed as sex objects."
Abstract This paper takes a look at Francois Rabelais' life and how his upbringing influenced his work. The work examined in this paper is "Gargantua and Pantagruel". Firstly a description of his upbringing in a historical context is provided and then a concise look at the novel. The characters are analyzed and contrasted.
From the paper:
"Because to laugh is proper to the man.? ? Francois Rabelais.
Francois Rabelais was a satirist. Throughout his life, he was bombarded with Christian ideals and ideas, yet his works certainly ridicule many aspects of the Christian faith. Francois Rabelais was born in 1483 at Chinon in Touraine. This date, as well as many other details of his life, is in dispute by scholars all over the world. Some researchers believe that his father was an apothecary while others believe that Rabelais? father was an innkeeper. Francois began his studies with the Benedictines but eventually joined the Franciscans where he stayed fifteen years and received his Holy Orders. He later found the convent was against the studies of the Renaissance that he favoured, so with permission from the Pope, he left it. At his new convent home he continued his study of medicine in 1530. By the following year, he was a professor of anatomy at Lyons as well as head physician at Pont-du-Rhone hospital. During his time as head physician, he fathered a child that died young. In 1534 he began his time with Cardinal du Bellay as a physician. He received an indult from Pope Paul III that allowed him to practice medicine and absolved him from his former infraction of fathering a child while in the priesthood."
Abstract This paper reflects on how modern society is bombarded with ideals that press forward advanced knowledge, superior consumer products, and what may seem like a never-ending supply of pop-culture. It questions whether all the advances and pleasures that technology based culture provides, fulfills us spiritually.
From the paper:
?Jesus Christ warned over two thousand years ago that in the last years the knowledge of the world would be much increased. He prophesied about many of the causes of strife and the very symptoms of our generation. He cautioned us about the deceptions and the evil that would abound abundantly. He foreboded that those who would try to live as he had lived would face a similar fate to his, which included ridicule, spite, and persecution. He asked us to never give up, even in the harshest adversities.?
Abstract This paper reflects on how modern society is bombarded with ideals that press forward advanced knowledge, superior consumer products, and what may seem like a never-ending supply of pop-culture. It questions whether all the advances and pleasures that technology-based culture provides, fulfills us spiritually.
From the paper:
?Jesus Christ warned over two thousand years ago that in the last years the knowledge of the world would be much increased. He prophesied about many of the causes of strife and the very symptoms of our generation. He cautioned us about the deceptions and the evil that would abound abundantly. He foreboded that those who would try to live as he had lived would face a similar fate to his, which included ridicule, spite, and persecution. He asked us to never give up, even in the harshest adversities.?
Abstract This paper is an examination of the third battle of the Aisne. It details this excellent demonstration of the strengths of the German army during World War I as well as demonstrates why these particular strengths were not sufficient to win the war. It describes this German offensive that began on May 27, 1918. The author believes that the German success in this battle came about as the result of the finely honed German infantry tactics combined with a furiously concentrated artillery bombardment, operating under a sky dominated by the 'Jagdgeschwader' of the VII German army. But he feels that in the end, this battle did not help the Germans win the war in any way, in fact, it actually backfired at them.
From the Paper "The Third Battle of the Aisne is most certainly not one of the best known battles of World War I. Perhaps this is merely because of that oldest of all war adages, which is that the victors get to write the histories, and that in the aftermath of the war late German victories were brushed aside. Perhaps it is not that often cited simply because, while every battle in a war is important, this one was not a turning point. And yet the battle does deserve to be examined as an excellent demonstration of the strengths of the German army during the Great War ? as well as a demonstration of why, in the end, these particular strengths would not be sufficient to win the war."
Tags: Great, War, World, I, Aisne, River, Battle, Germans, French, Belgian, Canadian, American, Allies
Abstract The following paper discusses the elements of successful communication, effective advertising, and the factors that cause information to cross the line into propaganda.
From the Paper "Communications strategies are concerned with the planning, implementing and control of persuasive communication with customers or potential customers. The strategies are the plan and the tactics are the action. Advertising is a strategic persuasion consistent with the objectives of the person or entity sponsoring this communication.
Advertising is mass communication that is paid for. It is the most visible element of the marketing mix; it ha the broadest potential reach of all forms of commercial persuasive communication.
Advertising is a form of mass selling, employed when the use of direct, person-to-person selling is impractical, impossible, or simply inefficient. It performs the same general role of all communications as a whole: it informs, creates awareness, attempts to persuade, and reinforces buying behavior of present customers. It can also play a major role in positioning a company or its product(s)."
Abstract Is the study of logic relevant to advertising? Is advertising, which is purely emotional, ever required to be also logical? Logical fallacies are highly suggestive and persuasive. Every day consumers are bombarded with one persuasive communication after another.
These appeals persuade not through the give-and-take of argument and debate, but through the manipulation of symbols and of our most basic human emotions. With the growth of communication tools like the Internet, the flow of persuasive messages has been dramatically accelerated.
From the Paper "LOGICAL FALLACIES AS EXPRESSED IN ADVERTISING
Introduction
Is the study of logic relevant to advertising? Is advertising, which is purely emotional, ever required to be also logical? Logical fallacies are highly suggestive and persuasive. Every day consumers are bombarded with one persuasive communication after another.
These appeals persuade not through the give-and-take of argument and debate, but through the manipulation of symbols and of our most basic human emotions. With the growth of communication tools like the Internet, the flow of persuasive messages has been dramatically accelerated.
In this paper, 10 different examples of logical fallacies ..."
The paper discusses many of President Lincoln's encounters with opposition during the Civil War, in order to under his actions in an attempt to preserve the Union and the nation.
Abstract The paper shows that Lincoln's actions during the Civil War towards agitators against the government may not have been completely justified. If one were to examine the arbitrary arrests, and temporary closure of antiwar press, it is seen how Lincoln was able to curb dissent that may have gotten out of hand. It discusses that if his actions were solely to protect the people's liberty as a whole, by punishing a few opponents, Lincoln was just assuring his victory. It shows how Lincoln was bombarded by "Peace Democrats" that were purposely pressuring him by, "resisting the laws of embarrassing in every way the action of the Government, of communicating information to the rebels in arms, and in many cases inflicting serious damage on the lives and property of the Unionists". The paper uses sources such as Kunhardt, Mark Neely Jr., John Nicolay and John Hay.
From the Paper "So when Lincoln suspended the writ of Habeas corpus in order to arrest those accused of treason, the "Peace Democrats" had more ammunition against the president. There was much controversy as to whether the president had the power to suspend habaes corpus, and it was argued that only Congress had that right. The writ of habeas corpus protects people from arbitrary arrest and detainment. The power to do so was both that of the legislative branch as well as the judicial branch. It was unclear whether the Philadelphia convention placed it in Article I, just to identify it or define it as a legislative function. Either way, Lincoln did so, and the suspension of the writ of Habeas corpus brought on thousands of arbitrary arrests. Many of those who were arrested were spies, foreigners and smugglers. The question is: Did Lincoln go too far and unlawfully exercise his executive powers to manipulate constitutional limits?"
Abstract This paper examines in-depth the historic connection between warfare and technology. It explores the early tales of arms traders, as seen the emergence of gun powder worldwide in numerous historical documents at same time. The paper follows the history of mankind and the weapons that followed: Canons, pistols, automatic riffles, tanks, battleships, and nuclear bombs. It also describes the military strategies of each era: Trench warfare, aerial bombardments, blockade running and the cold war.
From the Paper "Nothing reflects the power of mankind's intellect more aptly or in a more timely fashion than his ability to vanquish a military opponent. In warfare, technological advantages complement tactical ones in shaping the destiny of civilizations, and it is in war that one finds the newest, most forward thinking technologies. This is important in that the chief difference between medieval war and wars in the modern age is technological.
Medieval preconceptions about the nature of warfare fell to the sound of a cannon blast with the walls of Constantinople in 1453. Many believe this technology to have been transmitted to the invading Ottoman Turks via Arab traders. In the Arabian colonies of Africa, saltpetre was known as "Chinese snow" and in Persia as "Chinese salt" and one 13th century manuscript refers to a substance causing "Heaven shaking thunder!" However, it was said to be a Hungarian cannon-maker that designed the Sultan's siege weapons."
Tags: war, military, technology, canon, riffle, nuclear, bomb
Abstract This paper briefly examines how the recent spate of high school shootings, has brought attention to the crisis of violence afflicting the young generations all over the world. It looks at how one of the possible explanations for youth aggression is the exposure of children to violence in the mass media. It shows how with technological advances, children are constantly bombarded by violent images in movies, television programs and video games. It also looks at how the widespread use of walkmans and portable CD players, heavy metal, rock and rap music also play a large part in introducing children to a world of violence and how consequently, impressionable children are encouraged to act aggressively in an effort to emulate their role models.
From the Paper "Teenagers? lives are dominated by music, whether via the public airwaves or television. Although teenagers may not understand all the lyrics of their favorite songs, they fill in the gaps by watching music videos. Therefore, the effects of the music and lyrics are now bolstered by graphic images from the videos. Unfortunately, music videos often portray violent and negative behavior, such as sexism and substance abuse. Studies of the content of the music videos reveal that about half of thematic music videos contain violence (Mendelsohn, 1989, p. 313). According to research, teenagers who veer towards heavy metal music demonstrate signs of "alienation, substance abuse, psychiatric disorders, suicide risk, or risk-taking behaviors during adolescence" (Mendelsohn, 1989, p. 312)."
Abstract This paper is on political and military responses employed by North Vietnam to Counter American air superiority during the Vietnam War. After two years of the most intensive bombardment in military history, with its liberated areas in ruins, its ranks decimated, its surviving cadres worn down by the tensions and hardships of protracted struggle, the NLF brought off the most ambitious campaign in the history of the war.
Abstract This paper examines how the media use different techniques to measure the size of a particular audience. It evaluates the methods used by publishers and local radio and television stations and the methodology used to analyze the information. It shows how techniques, such as specific surveys, can provide critical information when it comes to consumer preference and how surveys and polls are necessary for media outlets that want to survive in a society that is bombarded with information.
From the Paper "Quota sampling is another tool used for analyzing audiences. This type of polling involves a cross-section of the population. The Gallop poll was the front runner of this type of survey, but was later abandoned because opinion could not be predicted within 4 percentage points. Gallop found that probability sampling was a much more accurate technique. Another type of polling that is used is straw polling. This type of polling can be seen when television stations ask viewers to call a 900 number and voice their opinion. News web sites also have these kinds of polls. It's is important to realize that these polls generally don?t carry much weight as they do not fairly represent the public as a whole. However, probability and quota sampling are reliable tools for gathering information if they are conducted fairly."
Abstract This paper examines how, in today's highly competitive business world, it is important to keep pace with the changes in management trends and practices in order to stay ahead of one's competitors. It looks at how management gurus are of the opinion that, in the past two decades, excessive bombardment of new tools and trends had given rise to extreme complexity and how the future of management will most probably be marked by simplicity. Managers will, therefore, be using tools and concepts that are easier to understand, communicate, and implement.
From the Paper "Managers must possess a great deal of experience because their job description requires application of factual knowledge to their work instead of intuition or vision. If they choose to lead the organization, it should be through knowledge alone and not a charismatic personality or bold ideas. "Leaders stand out by being different. They question assumption and are suspicious of tradition. They seek out the truth and make decisions based on fact, not prejudice. They have a preference for innovation."(Fenton, 1990) Managers on the other hand choose to stay with the facts and previous experience when making decisions."
Abstract This paper explains how there is proof that earth has been bombarded by meteors in the past. These meteors have caused the extinction of the dinosaurs, provided iron to jump-started the Iron Age, and caused a crater in Arizona. The possibility of a 1 km-sized meteor striking Earth, or even Duluth for that matter, is slim. This paper discusses the possible ramifications of such an event in the future.
From the Paper "Earth is a target for destruction, but it's not aliens or terrorists who are planning its ruin. Meteors have assaulted the Earth ever since our home planet came into existence, and they continue to bombard the Earth with broken pieces from asteroids and comets. Some of these results have been disastrous, and some have furthered along human development. In my essay, I hope to show that these meteors have crash-landed on Earth in the past, that meteors do pose a threat to Earth, and evidence for the need for protection against them."
