Asia Swarming the American Hive #4

In class, we watched the other groups present their topics. We learned from them about different things that were happening in America or in the world and how they related to the theme of people places or power. The following short paragraphs show what I learned from the class.

Labor vs. Big Business

Big business owners and inventors held all the power. They controlled communication, transportation, prices, the economy and the job market. People who worked for them were often treated poorly, worked long hours under harsh conditions and weren't paid well. Despite the good things large businesses brought into the picture, their invention created a huge imbalance of power the economy and social classes of America. 

Immigration Europe

Families came to America to get a better education, better jobs, get away from bad conditions in their home countries. They would face health tests and identity tests before they could come to America, if they didn't pass they were immediately shipped back. Immigrants congregated in areas of the city near other people from their country because it was familiar and easier to adjust/do daily activities. They faced some racism from Americans who didn't want them there so at times it was hard to find jobs or housing. 

Imperialism Europe and Africa

The Natives were treated as savages and slaves with Europeans trying to control them. They exploited the riches of the foreign land and decisions were made without the consent of the natives. 

Native Americans

They were forced out of their land so that Americans could settle there and expand west.  They were forced to walk hundreds of miles away from their homes, they were plagued by sickness, starvation and cruel treatment from whites while on their journey. Americans attempted to force Native Americans to blend with the white population by going to the same school etc. and help get rid of their culture.

American Imperialism

America wanted more power for themselves so they tried to make the islands south of them, like Hawaii, the Philippines etc, their territory. Caused the Spanish American war, helped demonstrate America's military prowess.