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The Most Memorable Moments in World History Check out my blog post https://wix.to/iT6WOEe #newblogpost

AMER'ICAN, a. Pertaining to America. AMER'ICAN, n. A native of America; originally applied to the aboriginals, or copper-colored races, found here by the Europeans; but now applied to the descendants of Europeans born in America. The name American must always exalt the pride of patriotism. Who Am I?👉🏾 The ORIGINAL PEOPLE. I'm not AFRICAN AMERICAN, but my RELATIVES ARE... HOW IN THE WORLD CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS 👉🏾 DISCOVERED SOMETHING THAT WAS 👉🏾 ALREADY HERE. .. (THE LIES ARE BEING UNCOVERED) #MAKEITMAKESENSE #DATAANALYSIS #BUSINESS

Explore the fascinating connections between religion and empire in WORD ACROSS THE WATER by Tom Smith. This insightful work intertwines the histories of Hawai'i and the Philippines, revealing how American Protestant missionaries influenced US imperial ambitions through their narratives. Smith's analysis encourages us to critically examine the intersections of faith, history, and local traditions. Don't miss the chance to deepen your understanding of these complex dynamics! https://ow.ly/SLgn50THm24

The long held idea is that military force is politics by other means, but the real truth is that it is economics by other means. In our modern world, economics drives politics, not ideals. If we want to shift that, we need to first admit that this is occurring and that it is deeply harmful. Economics has one ideal, increasing economic output through resource extraction and transformation. In the world of politics we have the power and space to consider multiple values and ideals, but in the US we have rapidly moved to near total obsession with the immediate economic outcome of policy at the expense of every other value or ideal. A nation must be more than an economic entity or humanity becomes just another resource to be extracted into something that can be monetized. If people are just economic entities, the human cost of conflict is just a cost consideration and not a crime or tragedy. This then becomes an economic demand for warfare and genocide that then gets rationalized into some other argument for the warfare-in the modern world 'terrorism' is the catch-all justification.

On Native American Heritage Day, we honor the profound contributions of Native peoples throughout history. In recognizing their resilience and enduring heritage, we acknowledge the importance of preserving their stories — esp ecially in the face of historic adversity and injustice. Learn more about the significance of #NativeAmericanHeritageDay here: https://bit.ly/3OypHWZ

I discuss the usefulness of the "settler colonialism" idea in comprehending contemporary events in Israel and elsewhere in my review of Adam Kirsch's new tome titled "On Settler Colonialism." For more details, go to:

As part of our blog series, “A Range of Experiences: Documenting African American Women’s History and Achievements,” we highlight the work of Mrs. Sybil Morial.

Did Africans Arrive in America Before Christopher Columbus? #OnSite⚡ Today is Columbus Day in the US. While we know that Christopher Columbus did not ‘discover’ America, did you know that some historians argue that Africans had travelled to America long before Columbus did? Read more about the history of America here: https://lnkd.in/eWbEgMWE 📝: Kai Mora 🔍: Yusuf Omotayo, Wale Lawal; Editors. 📷: 1) Collage by THE REPUBLIC. Source Ref: SMITHSONIAN EDU. 2) African American family portrait / Smithsonian Learning Lab. 3) African Dominion: A New History of Empire in Early and Medieval West Africa book cover. 4) Beyond Bilal: Black History in Islam book cover. 5) Empire mansa musa / WIKIMEDIA COMMONS.

On the read this week. "Cuba: An American History" by Ada Ferrer This is a comprehensive exploration of Cuba's history and its intricate relationship with the United States over more than five centuries. Ferrer's narrative delves into the deep and often contentious ties between the two nations, starting from the colonial era through the death of Fidel Castro. The book emphasizes the role of slavery and race, highlighting how these elements have been integral to both Cuban and American histories. Ferrer reveals how Cuban soldiers contributed to the American Revolutionary War and how both nations were heavily involved in the transatlantic slave trade, with significant economic and social repercussions. She challenges traditional narratives by illustrating the mutual influences and shared histories, such as the U.S.'s involvement in Cuban independence and the subsequent neo-colonial period. Ferrer also addresses the complex dynamics of the Cuban Revolution, the Cold War, and the ongoing cultural and political exchanges. Her work is both a scholarly examination and a personal reflection, enriched by her extensive research and family background. This dual perspective offers readers a nuanced understanding of Cuba's place in the broader context of American history, urging a reevaluation of the long-standing narratives that have defined U.S.-Cuban relations #cuba #read #growthmindset #knowledge #linkedinbooks #adaferrer #imagaiation #philipoloo #jotamu #spacialists