Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Pearl Harbor Day
Please explain the importance of December 7th, 1941. The best answer from each class will be rewarded.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
The French and Indian War
After researching the French and Indian War and using the website that I created for the class, does the French and Indian War deserve to be considered the "true" first world war? Please state your opinion and defend your response using the information you have gathered. College Prep: Must answer in at least 2 paragraphs.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Are You Down With L,L,P?
Are you familiar with John Locke and his ideas about natural rights? Please include a description of your extra credit assignment. Are you down with L,L,P (Yeah You Know Me)?
Thursday, October 6, 2011
Monday, September 26, 2011
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
What Influences Someone To Become A Terrorist:
What influences someone to become a terrorist?
When this question is posed, many people immediately begin to think of the accepted answers that include hatred, rebellion, or religious motivations, because many of these answers are simple and easily accepted. However, what many fail to look at are the movitations of the average person who is recruited by a terrorist organization. A terrorist organization must continue to recruit in order to operate. Many of these organizations thrive in areas which are considered, by international groups, to be economically depressed. For example, after the Soviet Union retreated from Afghanistan, the country was left in complete ruins with millions of Afghanis killed during the war. Eventually, civil war and the rise of the Taliban only further placed this country among the world's poorest.
As the war on terrorism raged, the Taliban reversed their previous bans on the growth of the poppy plant and began to use Afghanistan's poppy plants as a source of income. In fact, according to Peter Bergen, Afghanistan was the source of 90 percent of the world's heroin. During this time the U.S. tried to combat the production of these plants, however, the Taliban, with multiple sources of income, were able to pay their fighters $100 or more a month. At the same time, an Afghani police officer could hope to make around $70 a month. During the same time period, farmers in Afghanistan could make up to twelve dollars a day producing poppy, where a tailor would need to work an entire month for the same amount of money (The Longest War). Now, the Taliban and Al-Qaeda were able to use economics as a weapon.
Currently, North Africa is being watched as a future "hotspot" of potential terrorist activity. As we have learned from history, certain areas of North Africa resemble the model displayed in Afghanistan. Well-funded terrorist organizations are using their power and influence to infiltrate areas where weak goverment, low economic status, and drugs exist. People living in these areas have made statements welcoming anyone who will provide them with money and/or a better tomorrow. As one can see, those who support terrorism, whether directly or indirectly, are often considered to be some of the poorest individuals on Earth. As we continue to study terrorism and try to prevent it, we must become aware of the various ways in which terrorism receives power. I hope you enjoyed reading this and maybe it has sparked an interest into the economics of terrorism.
When this question is posed, many people immediately begin to think of the accepted answers that include hatred, rebellion, or religious motivations, because many of these answers are simple and easily accepted. However, what many fail to look at are the movitations of the average person who is recruited by a terrorist organization. A terrorist organization must continue to recruit in order to operate. Many of these organizations thrive in areas which are considered, by international groups, to be economically depressed. For example, after the Soviet Union retreated from Afghanistan, the country was left in complete ruins with millions of Afghanis killed during the war. Eventually, civil war and the rise of the Taliban only further placed this country among the world's poorest.
As the war on terrorism raged, the Taliban reversed their previous bans on the growth of the poppy plant and began to use Afghanistan's poppy plants as a source of income. In fact, according to Peter Bergen, Afghanistan was the source of 90 percent of the world's heroin. During this time the U.S. tried to combat the production of these plants, however, the Taliban, with multiple sources of income, were able to pay their fighters $100 or more a month. At the same time, an Afghani police officer could hope to make around $70 a month. During the same time period, farmers in Afghanistan could make up to twelve dollars a day producing poppy, where a tailor would need to work an entire month for the same amount of money (The Longest War). Now, the Taliban and Al-Qaeda were able to use economics as a weapon.
Currently, North Africa is being watched as a future "hotspot" of potential terrorist activity. As we have learned from history, certain areas of North Africa resemble the model displayed in Afghanistan. Well-funded terrorist organizations are using their power and influence to infiltrate areas where weak goverment, low economic status, and drugs exist. People living in these areas have made statements welcoming anyone who will provide them with money and/or a better tomorrow. As one can see, those who support terrorism, whether directly or indirectly, are often considered to be some of the poorest individuals on Earth. As we continue to study terrorism and try to prevent it, we must become aware of the various ways in which terrorism receives power. I hope you enjoyed reading this and maybe it has sparked an interest into the economics of terrorism.
Friday, September 16, 2011
What influences someone to become a terrorist?
Please answer this question. You may use research or your own opinion. Please defend your argument. Have a great weekend. -Mr. Caravano
Should September 11th Be A National Day Of Remembrance?
Please post your opinions to this question and be sure to answer the poll to the right of this page.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Time Article
For those students who did not complete the Time article assignment, the Twitter feed was removed and has been replaced with a Google Widget. Please use this link to retrieve the Time article: http://www.time.com/time/world/article/0,8599,2092687,00.html
Monday, September 12, 2011
What's your opinion?
"Terrorism" is what we call the violence of the weak, and we condemn it; "war" is what we call the violence of the strong, and we glorify it. - Sydney J. Harris (1986)
As discussed in class, history is a matter of perception and one's past influences how he/she views the present. What is your opinion after reading this quote? Is the author correct? Be sure to post your response. If you disagree with someone here be sure to support your opinion and be professional at all times. This is being recorded as a grade. Good luck. -Mr. C
As discussed in class, history is a matter of perception and one's past influences how he/she views the present. What is your opinion after reading this quote? Is the author correct? Be sure to post your response. If you disagree with someone here be sure to support your opinion and be professional at all times. This is being recorded as a grade. Good luck. -Mr. C
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Remembering September 11th, 2001
Describe one program or memorial service that you watch this weekend. What was this about? What did you learn from it?
Sunday, August 28, 2011
The First Day of School is September 6th, 2011.
Let me take this time to welcome back the students of Pinelands Regional School District. Our first day will be September 6th, 2011. I am excited to begin the new school year and to be teaching the classes that I have. I am looking forward to meeting each of you and to share with you my passion for history. I will see you Tuesday.
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