English is taught in most schools, there are many American franchises such as McDonald's, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Pizza Hut, Wal-Mart and Seven-Eleven, and there is even a television channel that is dedicated to American programming. ... Since it is impossible to list all the sites here, I will only include the most popular spots. When most people hear of Korea, the first thing that comes to mind is the Korean War. ... The most popular marketplaces are Insadong, Namdaemun, Itaewon and Yongsan El...

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World War One is not often seen to most people as a battle between democracy and autocracy. ... Mussolini and the Fascists Of all the popular movements in Europe's changing political mesh one figure stands out in one country in particular, Benito Mussolini. ... So, the question is now, how could this one man and his political party (the Fascists) become so unbelievably popular within Italy in a post World War One era? ... This is important because it relays the message again the appearing to be what the people want is a critical factor in popular opinion and accomplishing goals. ... In c...

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This led to the rapid expansion of a largely unsophisticated literary public, the rise of the popular press, and the mass production of 'popular' literature for a semi-literate 'lowbrow' readership. ... The twentieth century has seen more and more of this broadening of artistic trends, extending into the other cultural forms of radio, television, cinema and popular music. ... However, this tendency has been balanced by other writers who have made use of popular forms in order to communicate with a wider audience. A tension in writing between the popular and the esoteric,...

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He also showed the dilemma between the Hero and villain who most likely had the same morals, dreams, and ethic code which guided them together along their journey. Musicals were a popular genre of film because of its bright colors and point of sophistication. ... Continuing through the 1950's and early 1960's, Musicals served as a popular genre to the public as well as successful. ... Comedy films were another popular genre however struggled after the war due to its social ambiance during the cold war era. ...

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However, when most people think of diners, other things such as the food, the business or the employees take precedent over its architecture. ... Diners were getting larger and more popular everywhere in the country. ... Although the 50s saw a try at new designs for diners, most were either being copied or slightly modified enough to make a simple change, but not enough to go along with the changing times the post-war America brought to the table. ...

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In one of his most famous works, "plato told," Cummings cites other famous historical figures who have warned against war, but ironically, he paves his way in becoming an icon himself through his protest. ... This mystery soldier is the one who ignores the forewarnings prompted by the most respected philosophers of our time, and although he knows that war leads to carnage, continues to fight until an opposing bullet kills him. ... Despite popular belief of the United State's post-World War One nationalism, soldiers didn't live a picturesque, glorious life. ... Most importantly, th...

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Americans started preparation to take their part in the war in Near East with almost full support of most western countries including (at least formally) Russia. ... The most serious crisis undoubtedly begun in Crimea Peninsula in 2014 and was aftermath former uprising in Kiev. ... What is more important, this brings back a popular belief that Russia had a possibility to change borders using its power, yet they did not do that. ...

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In 1928, the newly empowered Stalin embarked on one of the most ambitious industrialisation programs in world history, leading to the establishment of the U.S.S.R as a pinnacle world superpower in less than half a century. ... The principle of socialism was that of a party of the proletariat or the working classes and in 1928 Russia did not have a very large proletariat because most people worked in agriculture. ... Stalin's drive for the five-year plans was popular throughout the lower sections of the party, and communism being the government of the workers; it was hard for the more impo...

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One of the most comprehensive factors that enhanced entry into the United States is the policies that were set after that Second World War. ... One of the most pertinent factors regarding early immigration of Italians into America is that most of the Italian immigrants comprised of temporary immigrants who had the sole aim of gaining quick employment to allow them accumulate saving before returning to the Italy. ... Evidently, most of these immigrants were concentrated in American urban centres where employment opportunities were varied. ... As such, most of the Italians did not view themsel...

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The idea of conscription was not popular at all in the French colonies. ... Algerians were the most common of all African nations to be found fighting in Western Europe. ... As in French Black Africa conscription was a key factor in getting most of these men to fight in Europe. ... Its defenses were limited to 568 men, most of which were local black men. ... He spent most of the four years on the move with attacking the Allies where they least expected it. ...

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The German Nazi or National Socialist political party was the platform used by Adolf Hitler to create a dictatorship that would, in one decade cause the German people enormous misery and shame. This fanatical political system was to gain popularity in the Old German Empire that was defeated in Wo...

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The German's had done studies and research, revealing that most engagements in modern warfare happen within 300 meters. ... After these tests, the Heereswaffenamt, the German Armament Department, asked for some changes to the design, most notably asking for a more convenient closed bolt-firing system to replace the characteristic open bolt system of the submachine gun. ... The most distinctive and recognizable characteristic of the AK47 is its long curved box magazine which holds 30 rounds of ammunition. ... The AK47 has become popular for a number of reasons. ...

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The rivalry for global dominance immediately became, perhaps, the single most important factor determining the American, as well as, the global human experience and would remain so for the next fifty years. ... The most powerful and therefore, most important such institution, the United States Supreme Court, was no exception, and in fact, was the leader of such legal change. ... Eisenhower served two terms in office and oversaw, perhaps, the most conservative era of the twentieth century, certainly since the pre World War I years. ... One reason for this fear was the popular witch hunt, l...

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In the three-way election he received only 42 percent of the popular vote but an overwhelming electoral vote. ... France was forced to give up most of Alsace and Lorraine, pay a large indemnity, and accept a German army of occupation. The Versailles Treaty of 1919 is the most famous of the treaties because it was the chief one ending World War I. ... In 1935, Adolf Hitler unilaterally abrogated most of the terms of the Treaty of Versailles. The Treaty of Paris was one of the most important treaties signed at or near Paris. ...

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For most of the war, soldiers experienced two main phases: extreme boredom in the back trenches and tremendous fear in the front line(Hatt 20). ... (Fussell 73) Such extremes led to one of the most stressful environments one can ever encounter and, as described much later by the Holmes and Rahe theory, when stress builds up, people are likely to break down. ... There was a breaking point for most people, for everybody really. ...

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During the twenties, the economy was prosperous and most people found better ways to improve their lifestyle and enjoy life, yet not everyone reaped the benefits of this era. ... Economic expansion created booming business profits, which in turn raised the standard of living for most Americans. ... Most obvious is that fact that World War I had devastated European business. ... Appointed editor of the official Socialist newspaper, he moved to Milan, where he established himself as the most forceful of all labor leaders of Italian socialism. ... You could say that one cause was more significan...

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On June 25 1950 North Korea crossed the thirty-eighth parallel, officially invading South Korea, and marking what has been recorded historically as the beginning of the Korean War. Traditionally, many have viewed this war as democracy versus communism, the United States against Russia, and as the f...

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These effects would also dramatically affect not one but at least two generations, specifically and perhaps most intensely both the "greatest generation"" and their children, the "baby boomers,"" who would each interpret and style the trend in their own image. ... In 1927, Earl joined General Motors as chief stylist, but with the depression and subsequently the war, Earl's creativity "was temporarily stifled" as automakers, reflecting the mood of the nation, "painted most cars in drab colors: black, brown, dark green, and occasionally navy blue. ... As "other brands were adopting the most...

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"Stalin had become a popular figure in Europe and in the United States. ... Time magazine said that it was the most war-like pronouncement uttered by any top-rank statesman since V-J Day and therefore this can be seen as a cause of the Cold War. After the war, Russia gained control of most of the Eastern European countries, usually through threats, violence, biased propaganda and poll rigs. ... Most importantly, the "Truman Doctrine" also committed the U.S to play a big part in world affairs: The U.S, not the UN, would be the world's police force. ...

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However, popular sentiment in Nicaragua, which had once hailed Walker as a freedom fighter, quickly became incensed at Walker's appointments of personal cronies in his all-Caucasian cabinet as well as Walker's reintroduction of slavery into Nicaragua. ...

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In this manner, the U.N. is deepening the economic marginalization of the worlds most vulnerable and impoverished nations. ... What is most disturbing is that they have nearly succeeded in grasping hold of this power, without most inhabitants of this planet having the slightest idea of what is being planned for them."" ... Prime Minister Winston Churchill both realized that even the most powerful nations could no longer feel their future was secure. ... If only a small portion of the worldwide military spending was diverted to other places where it would be needed most, the world would be...

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"You have to be pretty good with masks, makeup, or false mustaches to fool anyone looking right at you, and most of us aren't (Poe 39). ... One popular example has been the image and representation of women or girls in the media. ...

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The use of gassing in combat became popular during World War I. ... Most people would expect World War I to bring about massive change for the better and break down social, emotional, and political barriers, it did not. ...

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In order to understand the Cold War, one must understand Soviet motives for expansion following the WWII and the consequences of such expansion, most importantly in regards to Poland, all of which will be examined. ... In the end, the assault of Northern France codenamed Operation Overlord did not begin until June of 1944.1 Perhaps the most significant dilemma facing the Allies following their victory in Europe was how post-war Europe was to be divided. ... He was unsuccessful however, as the Poles refused to negotiate with the Soviets on several key issues, most importantly, on changes to P...

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A very patriotic view of the Truman Doctrine may be a correct one but it is most certainly not the only opinion among authors and historians to date. ... Harry Truman, a big advocate of the United Nations, acted by most accounts cautiously when it came to Berlin. ...

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