Industrialization and it Effects (Blog #22)

The Industrial Revolution started in England and soon spread to other countries. The factory system changed the way people lived and worked, introducing a variety of problems.

Your Assignment:

1.) Explain the beginnings of industrialization in Britain. (25.1)
2.) Describe the social and economic effects of industrialization. (25.2)

Due: Sunday 2/1/09 by 11:59p.m.

World Standing of the United States (Blog #21)

With the 44th President of the United States being sworn in on Tuesday, January 20th 2009 the world is watching in anticipation. With Barack Obama being the first African American to occupy the highest office in the United States, let alone the World, other countries are looking to us for guidance.

Your Assginment:

What impact does the first African American being elected for president in the U.S. have on the way the rest of the world views the U.S.? Explain in detail your thoughts.

Due: Sunday 1/25/09 by 11:59p.m.

The Congress of Vienna (Blog #20)

After exiling Napoleon, European leaders at the Congress of Vienna tried to restore order and re-establish peace.

Your Assignment:

Explain what the Congress of Vienna is and what they tried to accomplish. Then research what the United Nations is and what they try to accomplish.

Due: Sunday 1/18/09 by 11:59p.m.

(Welcome Back!!) Napoleon's Empire Collapse (Blog #19)

Napoleon's conquests aroused nationalistic feelings across Europe and contributed to his downfall.

Your Assignment:

1). How did nationalism affect Napoleon's empire?
2). What evidence suggests that Napoleon was not a military genius?
3). Why would the French want Napoleon to return?

Due: Sunday 1/11/09 by 11:59p.m.