Essays About Government

World War l, countless soldiers naively enlisted into the army, unaware of the harsh realities that lied before them. In the novel, All Quiet on the Western Front, Erich Maria Armature tells the story of Paul Beamer, a German soldier stationed In northeastern France. This was a time period when war was unjustly glorified and […]

Former Canadian Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson’s personality provided him with the mental fortitude to remain calm during the Suez Canal Crisis despite his reserved disposition. Nevertheless, he had a quick wit and sense of humor that often defused tense situations. When overwhelmed by preparations for the crisis, he lightened the mood with his jokes […]

Drones, also referred to as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), have become an indispensable tool for the US military as they enable surveillance and targeted attacks without jeopardizing soldiers’ safety. The use of drones traces back to Austria in the mid-1800s when remote-controlled balloons carrying bombs were used for attacking enemies. In the Vietnam War, secret […]

Catch 22 is a satirical war novel that was written in the 1950’s. but was published in 1961. Joseph Heller, the American writer, was known for his novels to stand for a amusing vision of modern society with serious moral connexions. His major subject throughout his authorship is the struggle that occurs when persons interact […]

In order to take a closer expression at the “ Do n’t Ask, Do n’t State ” ( DADT ) policy, this paper shall look at the history, ends and some of the implicit in doctrines of the policy. Following, there will be a reappraisal of some of the critical issues associated with the “ […]

Military households are besides subjected to alone stressors. such as frequent geographical resettlements. frequent separations of service members from households. and subsequent reorganisations of household life during reunions. One of the most riotous stressors military households can confront is the reintegration following the deployment. There are several major undertakings which face returning service members when […]

Joseph GallagherJoseph Thorabold Gallagher was born on July 1, 1893 in Quispamsis, New Brunswick (King’s County). Gallagher was a single man who enlisted on March 30, 1915 in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Gallagher was a young 21 year old, approximately 5-foot-8 with blue eyes and black hair. He came from a family of six, including his […]

The American submarine force will celebrate its 100th year of service in the year 2000, showcasing the expertise of highly skilled individuals who operate advanced vessels. Throughout the past century, this force has made significant advancements in submersible warfare and introduced nuclear propulsion, resulting in the development of true submarines. These submarines played a critical […]

Paul Revere was an American patriot who, in 1775, carried news to Lexington of the approach of the British. He warned the patriot leaders, Samuel Adams and Johh Hancock of their danger and called the citizens of the countryside to arms. This was the inspirations of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem “Paul Revere’s Ride”. (Martin 266-267) […]

The Cuban Missile Crisis, occurring from October 16 to October 28, 1962, is widely recognized as the most critical moment in history where nuclear war was on the verge. It involved the United States and the Soviet Union facing a potential devastating conflict with each other. This crisis emerged due to two main concerns: the […]

The Battle of Stalingrad and the Battle of Normandy were significant battles in World War II. The Battle of Stalingrad was a crucial victory for the Soviet Union, halting Germany’s eastward advance. In contrast, Normandy served as the starting point for a successful European campaign. These events had profound implications for the war’s outcome. In […]

“I want the same thing that others want, the same thing that every other person who came here and shared their deepest feelings and dedicated all of their efforts wants: our country to show the same love for us as we show for it,” Rambo / First Blood Part II (George P. Cosmatos, 1985) represents […]

General George Meade achieved significant accomplishments throughout his military career. As the general for the Second Battle of Bull Run, he led the North to victory against General Lee, which had a substantial impact on the war’s progression. Despite unfavorable weather conditions, including heavy fog and rain, Meade successfully defeated Lee at this battle. In […]

The ongoing NATO bombing of Kosovo is expected to end soon as peace talks are currently underway, despite some accidental hits on civilian areas. These bombings are seen as justified due to the atrocities occurring in the region. However, Serbian President Milosevic remains resistant to complying with mandates that would stop the bombings. If a […]

The Hundred Years War, a medieval conflict that had a significant impact on English history (Schwarz), saw Great Britain and France, with a small contribution from Burgundy for the French, engaged in a series of wars. Although lasting over a century, the war experienced periods of peace through treaties and truces (Goubert). The number of […]

Patrick Edward Connor, a dissatisfied Irishman of 42, was discontent. He had participated in the Mexican War as part of a Texas regiment led by Colonel Albert Sidney Johnston, but he resigned from his position and joined the quest for gold in California before the war’s conclusion. Failing to find gold, he pursued various roles […]

Giuseppe Garibaldi was born in Nice in 1807 (Garibaldi, page 173). He spent his life working towards not only Italian unification, but that of France and South America. He is considered by many to be the “Hero of two worlds” (Chastain). He spent most of his complex life on the run from political zealots fighting […]

Charles Andre Marie Joseph de Gaulle, a prominent Frenchman, was intriguing to me because of his significant role in France’s history and society. With my French heritage, I have a genuine interest in this aspect. De Gaulle showed immense bravery and dedication as he fought for his country in World War I, resulting in lifelong […]

By the year 1941, WWII was in full effect. Germany seemed to be the victor, gaining control of France and Poland as well as successfully bombing England. Many people believe that Germany would have indeed won the war if not for the intervention of the United States. Because of the horror Americans had witnessed in […]

The speaker in Emily Dickenson’s “My Triumph Lasted Till the Drums” is very torn between rejoicing in the victory in the battlefield, and the regret they feel for the battles losers. The narrator feels pride at first, as shown in line 1 and the title’s use of the word “Triumph” yet that pride quickly turns […]

The significance of Pearl Harbor in the history of the United States cannot be overstated. It represented a pivotal moment that resembled elements found in an epic drama, including heroes, villains, propaganda, and conspiracy theories. This event not only thrust the nation onto the global stage but also brought about profound changes in how both […]

Introduction: Landmines have profound social and economic consequences to civilians. Although landmines are meant to curb enemy access to terrain, they affect the local civilian populations quite severely. They depopulate entire regions of the country, get in the way of agricultural production and interfere with transportation. They also bring down the economic infrastructure and kill/maim […]