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美国历史--中英文

美国历史--中英文

美国历史-中英文1) The "discovery" of the New World 发现新大陆① The "first America ns" were the In dia ns 最早的美国人是印第安人② In the late 15th cen tury,Christopher Columbus, anItalia nn avigator , supported by the Spanish quee n, he led his men to sail across discovered a New Continent.15世纪后期,意大利航海家克里斯多弗.哥伦 布,在西班牙女王的支持下,于1492年率领船 队穿越浩瀚的大西洋,抵达了现在西印度群岛的 一些小岛。

他误以为到达了亚洲,并不知道自己 已经发现了一个新大陆。

③ Ameriga Vespucci proved that theland was a new con ti nent. Therefore,the land was n amed America after the vast ocea n in 1492 and reached some smallisla nds In dies. He thought Asiaanddid n't in the now west he had reached know he hadhim.阿美利歌?韦斯普奇证明了这是新大陆,因此, 以他的名字命名。

2)Causes of the coloni zati on of theNew World 殖民时期Opport unity was a magic word.机遇是一个神气的词①The new Would drew En glishn obles (who dreamed of gett ingmore land and establish ing great new estates.).②Drew other people who could not find jobs in En gla nd.③Most of all , it drew the poor and the homeless from the farmla nds and villages of Europe.④Many settlers came to the En glish colonies in search of religious freedom because they had bee n persecuted in En gla nd.1)他吸引了英国的贵族(那些梦想在荒原上创建庞大的新地产的)2 )吸引那些在英国无法找到工作的人。

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The Second Great Awakening
There was a great religious revival that changed the face of American Christianity.
“Manifest Destiny” and the American Dream
The Federalists wanted to create a strong and efficient federal government, but sometimes alienated the people, for example by passing high taxes on houses, land, and slaves, and in turn causing several rebellions.
The War of 1812
The Americans declared war against Britain because of interferences with American trade in Europe, mistreatment of American sailors, and Britain’s encouragement of hostilities with the Native Americans.
Slavery
Slavery was an established institution in the American economy, particularly in the South, but many people became convinced that it was an undesirable influence on society.

美国早期历史

美国早期历史

As you can see, the Spanish, French, British, and Portuguese held most of the land in the Americas. Since we are concerned with U.S. history in this class, we will focus on the British. (Don’t worry, we will get to Spanish territory before long).
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John Rolfe

Married Pocahontas, the daughter of an Indian chief. Introduced growing tobacco to Jamestown Made a profit for the colony selling tobacco to England.

In 1492 Columbus sailed the ocean blue. This started the European exploration of the Americas. Columbus sailed for Spain. He landed in the islands off of Central America. He was followed by many others from European countries.
Bacon’s Rebellion
The Great Awaken 1730 and 1745 a religious revival known as the Great Awakening happened in America. Led by Jonathan Edwards and other ministers Never before had average people felt that they could have a personal experience of God while living. This lead to a sense of spiritual independence. The Great Awakening encouraged ideas of equality and the importance of the individual. This encouraged colonists to question the authority of the British government, and led to thoughts of independence.

英文版美国历史

英文版美国历史

• Saratoga increasing home make the turning point of the American war for independence(萨拉托加大捷使美国独 立战争的转折点)
1776年
The results of the American war of independence and the influence(美国独立战争的结果及影响)
The origin of the statue of liberty(自由女神像的由来)
• Statue of the steel skeleton by the design of the Eiffel Tower in Paris Eiffel design, sculpture designed by French sculptor WeiLei burbage duke, and completed in Paris. The French government will be the sign free memory like, as a gift to the United States to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the independence. Since 1886, it stands in the entrance of New York harbour • (女神像的钢铁骨架由设计巴黎铁塔的埃菲尔设计,雕像由法国雕刻 家维雷勃杜克设计,并在巴黎完成。法国政府将这一标志自由的纪念 像,作为庆祝美国独立100周年的礼物赠给美国。自从1886年落成以 来,它耸立在纽约港的入口)
1775—1783年
• The background of the American war of independence(美国独立战争的背景) • The American war for independence(美国独立 战争的导火索) • The process of the American war for independence(美国独立战争的过程) • The results of the American war of independence and the influence(美国独立战争 的结果及影响) • The U.S. constitution in 1787(美国1787年宪法)

美国简史英文版作文

美国简史英文版作文

美国简史英文版作文A Brief History of the United States。

The United States is a relatively young country, having only achieved independence from Great Britain in 1776. However, in the two and a half centuries since then, the U.S. has become a dominant world power and a leader in technology, culture, and politics.The early years of the United States were marked by a struggle to establish a stable government and economy. The Articles of Confederation, the first attempt at a national government, proved inadequate, and in 1787, a new constitution was drafted. This constitution established a federal system of government with a separation of powers between the executive, legislative, and judicial branches.In the 19th century, the U.S. continued to expand its territory through the Louisiana Purchase, the Mexican-American War, and the annexation of Texas. This expansionalso led to conflicts with Native American tribes, as the U.S. government sought to push them off their land and onto reservations.The Civil War, fought from 1861 to 1865, was a turning point in American history. It pitted the northern states, who opposed slavery, against the southern states, whorelied on slave labor for their economy. The Union victory led to the abolition of slavery and the reconstruction of the South.In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the U.S. became a major industrial power, with the rise ofindustries such as steel, oil, and railroads. This period also saw the rise of labor unions and the Progressive movement, which sought to address social and economic inequalities.The U.S. entered World War I in 1917, and its involvement helped to tip the balance in favor of the Allies. After the war, the U.S. became a major player on the world stage, helping to establish the League of Nationsand advocating for disarmament.The 1920s were a time of prosperity and cultural change, with the rise of jazz music, flapper fashion, and the automobile industry. However, the stock market crash of1929 led to the Great Depression, which lasted throughout the 1930s and had a profound impact on American society.The U.S. entered World War II in 1941, after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. The war had atransformative effect on the country, leading to the riseof the military-industrial complex and the emergence of the U.S. as a superpower.The postwar period saw the U.S. engage in the Cold War with the Soviet Union, a conflict that lasted until the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. The U.S. also became involved in conflicts in Korea and Vietnam, which had a divisive effect on American society.In the latter half of the 20th century, the U.S. saw significant progress in civil rights, with the Civil RightsAct of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The U.S. also became a leader in technology, with the rise of Silicon Valley and the internet.Today, the U.S. faces a range of challenges, from economic inequality and political polarization to climate change and global security threats. However, the country remains a beacon of freedom and democracy, and its people continue to strive for a better future.In conclusion, the history of the United States is a rich and complex story, marked by triumphs and tragedies, progress and setbacks. Despite its flaws and challenges, the U.S. remains a symbol of hope and opportunity for people around the world.。

美国历史简介 中英对照 (课堂PPT)

美国历史简介 中英对照 (课堂PPT)
• The New World was named America to honor Amerigo Vespucci.
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The Colonial Period 1.一个102人的殖民团体, 在乞沙比克海滩建立了 詹姆士镇, 这是英国在北美所建的第一个永久性 殖民地。(五月花号公约) 2.每逢11月第四个星期四,美国人民便迎来了自 己最重要的传统民俗节日——感恩节。 3.18世纪中叶, 13个英国殖民地逐渐形成, 他们 在英国的最高主权下有各自的政府和议会. 这13 个殖民区因气候和地理环境的差异, 造成了各地 经济形态、政治制度与观念上的差别。
Introduction to British and American Culture
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Introduction to British and American Culture
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The First Permanent English Colony
• In 1607 • Three ships crossed the Atlantic Ocean and
landed by the side of a river--the James River 杰姆斯河. • The first English colony was founded at Jamestown詹姆斯顿, Virginia 维吉尼亚州.

美国历史英文版a brief history of USA

美国历史英文版a brief history of USA

American Brief HistoryBefore Colonial periodForty thousand years ago, a group of Rangers from Asia through North America to Central and South America, these people are the ancestors of the Indians. Indians living in the Americas when Columbus reached the New World ,There are about 30 million, of which about 20 million people live in Canada and the United States, north-central, the rest of the vast majority live in Mexico and the United States south. About 10,000 years ago, there are another group of Asians migrated to northern North America, which is later Eskimos. The earliest American Caucasian may be Vikings, they are a group of adventurous fishing, some people think that 1,000 years ago, they have been to the east coast of North America.Colonial periodIn 1607, one of about 100 people of colonial groups in Chesapeake Beach Jamestown, which is the first permanent colony built by the British in North America, after 150 years, one after another coming Many colonists settled in the coastal areas, many of them from the United Kingdom, and also in part from France, Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland and other countries. The mid-18th century, the 13 British colonies gradually formed, they have their own government and Parliament in the highest British sovereignty. The 13 colonial area due to the differences of climate and geographical environment, resulting in economic patterns around, the difference between the political system and the concept.Independence MovementThe mid-18th century, the British colonies in the Americas and the United Kingdom, the existing cracks. With the continuous expansion of the colony, and gradually make them aware of the seriousness of the developments, which sprouted the idea of an independent.In 1773, the Boston Tea Party, anti-British colonists dumping.In 1774, representatives from 13 states gathered in Philadelphia, convened the First Continental Congress, hoping to solve the problem peacefully and the United Kingdom. King, however, adhere to the colony must unconditionally surrender to the British king, and accept the punishment. 1775, in Massachusetts, to Lexington flames of war, the outbreak of the War of Independence in North America.Held in Philadelphia in May 1776, the Second Continental Congress, staunch war with the independent determination, and published his famous "Declaration of Independence", put forward a good reason to fight the battle. Issued the "Declaration of Independence" is considered to be the beginning of the establishment by the United States, this day (July 4) was also the United States as a National Day.In October 1777, Saratoga victory, reversing the negative trend of the war of independence early. The campaign to make the American people's confidence, and international support.France and the United States signed a military alliance treaty in February 1778, France officially recognized the United States. France, Spain, the Netherlands have war.In 1781, the Battle of Yorktown Victory, the U.S. military has won a decisive victory. Yorktown after the battle, in addition to the sea there are several warring and sporadic fighting on land, the war of the North American continent has basically stopped.The success of the revolution, the American people have the opportunity to express their political ideas in legislative form. Federal Assembly 1787, held in Philadelphia, in Washington pushed for President, they take a matter of principle, that the central authority is a general, but there must beprudent regulations and instructions, at the same time, they also accept the fact that national government must tax, coin money, to adjust the commercial, a declaration of war and the power to enter into treaties. In addition, in order to prevent the central authority is too large, and to take the politics Montesquieu doctrine, that the Government set three equal cooperation with the department, that the three powers of the legislative, executive, and judicial checks and balances to reconcile checks and balances, rather than make any rights accounted for controlling position.In 1812, Britain again invaded the newly established United States, known as the Second War of Independence, the post-war U.S. states more united.Westward expansionThe early 19th century, thousands of people across the Appalachian Mountains, moved west. Some pioneers, emigrated to the United States border, belong to the territory of Latin America north of Mexico, between Alaska and California, Oregon and even depth.In 1846, the outbreak of the Mexican-American War, the United States expanded their area.Civil WarThe cause of the Civil War, not only economic, political, military and ideological conflict. The civil war has exposed the weakness of the United States. The existence of this country, and made some test. After the test, the United States was moving towards the royal road to a centralized modern state. Slavery issue between the North and the South would disagree, the main policy of the South in national politics, in the protection and expansion of the interests represented by the system of cotton and slaves; northern states, mainly manufacturing, commercial and financial center These production without relying on slaves.This economic and political conflict is long-standing. The early 1860s, 11 Southern states seceded from the Union, and another group of government, said of the North, will be willing to pay any price in order to unify. In 1861, civil war broke out in this bloody war Americans face-to-face, after four years. April 9, 1865, the southern government failed, this victory is not only the U.S. recovery unified, but also from all over the country is no longer the purposes of slavery. Industrialization and reformThe early 19th century, the United States began to industrialization after the civil war entered a mature stage. Become urbanized country in less than 50 years from the Civil War to World War I, the United States from a rural republic. From the 1890-1917 year for the past 30 years, is known as the so-called "progressive period". In 1914, the outbreak of World War I; 1917, the United States was involved in World War whirlpool, and try to play a new role in the world.Great Depression and World War IIAffected by the Great Depression is not just the United States, the countries of the world have been implicated. Great Depression, millions of workers are unemployed, a large number of farmers were forced to give up farmland, factory shops closed, and bank failures in a recession. In 1932, Franklin Roosevelt (1882 to 1945) was elected president, he advocated that the government should take action to end the Great Depression, and then launched a series of policies to a temporary solution to alleviate many difficulties, but the economy of the United States or to the Second World World War II after waking up. After World War II, with the defeat of the Axis powers, Britain and France, the strength of the recession, the United States and the Soviet Union became a superpower, the world was divided into two camps of the East and the West. The United States and the Soviet Union and their respective camps were busy preparing the various aspects ofthe military, political, economic, and propaganda, as in wartime. This state is known as the "Cold War".During the Cold WarThe history of the United States since 1960, many ways is still a continuation of the post-war development. Economic aspects in addition to the cyclical downturn is still expanding; moved from the city to the suburbs of the population continues to increase, and in 1970, ranking rural population of more than the home city population. Early 1960, blacks become the main problem within the United States.The mid-1960s, many Americans began to be dissatisfied with the government's foreign policy. In addition, due to the concentration of industrial development and population, the late 1960s, the ecological environment pollution wide attention. Since the early 1970s, the recession caused by the energy crisis of the worst. The mid-1970s, the U.S. economy once recovery. But not period in the 1970s, and inflation.In 1976, the 200th anniversary of the founding of the United States, the country held various celebrations. The United States in the Cold War eventually caused the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, with the collapse of the Soviet Union, the United States as the world's only superpower, the ideological barriers between the two camps in the world is broken. April 12, 1981, the United States launched the space shuttle Columbia, humans have brought in another space a new era. Terrorist attacks and counter-terrorism policy9.11 in New York and Washington in 2001, "have an enormous impact on the United States and the world, this event is by far the most serious terrorist attacks in human history. The U.S. government condemned this incident and stand by the sympathy and support of most countries; around the world after the events in a variety of commemorative activities. The incident also led to a U.S. foreign policy focused on dealing with the threat of terrorism. The U.S. government started the war on terror and action to overthrow the Taliban regime in Afghanistan in October 2001. In 2003, the United States launched the war in Iraq, the overthrow of the regime of Saddam Hussein, the Iraqi interim government. • May 1, 2011, the Osama bin Laden in the Pakistani capital of Islamabad, the U.S. Navy Seals killed.。

美国历史英文版.ppt

美国历史英文版.ppt
American History
From 1800 to 1945
Preface: the 1790s
The United States gradually expanded, territorially and experientially.
The Bill of Rights is added in 1791.
The Federalists wanted to create a strong and efficient federal government, but sometimes alienated the people, for example by passing high taxes on houses, land, and slaves, and in turn causing several rebellions.
Preface: The 1790s
The first political parties were Jefferson and Madison’s Democratic-Republican party and Hamilton’s Federalist party.
Preface: The 1790s
Washington D.C. was burned, but the Americans eventually won.
Native Americans were later forced to move west (to Oklahoma) in the Trail of Tears (1830).
Slavery
Slavery was an established institution in the American economy, particularly in the South, but many people became convinced that it was an undesirable influence on society.

American Beginnings 美国历史开端

American Beginnings 美国历史开端

Important American Values: Defined
Freedom: The ability to live one’s life without enslavement of any kind Equality: No one person is better or more entitled than another person, or able to oppress or enslave another person Life: Every person has the right to defend their own life and the lives of others if necessary Liberty: The choice of word, thought, belief, and action without fear of retribution (with some exceptions, e.g. murder) Pursuit of Happiness: All people have the right to live their lives in the manner of their own choosing and to do so without judgement from other people
1st The Queen’s Dragoon Guards (QDG)
At the time of the American Revolution, slavery was still legal in America and slaves were seen as property of white people (even though many white people disagreed with slavery)

美国的历史 英语作文简单

美国的历史 英语作文简单

美国的历史英语作文简单English Answer:The history of the United States is a vast and complex tapestry woven together from a multitude of threads, each representing a different group of people, a different era, and a different set of values. From its humble beginnings as a collection of thirteen colonies on the eastern coast of North America, the United States has grown into a global superpower, a beacon of democracy and freedom for people around the world.The early history of the United States is marked by the struggle for independence from British rule. The American Revolutionary War (1775-1783) was a pivotal moment in the nation's history, as it marked the birth of a new nation founded on the principles of liberty, equality, and democracy. The war was fought by a diverse group of people, including farmers, merchants, lawyers, and slaves, who all shared a common desire for freedom and independence.After the Revolutionary War, the United States underwent a period of rapid expansion and growth. The Louisiana Purchase of 1803 doubled the size of the country, and the acquisition of Florida in 1819 further expanded its territory. The westward expansion of the United States was driven by a desire for land, resources, and adventure, and it led to the displacement of Native American tribes and the growth of a new frontier society.The mid-19th century was a time of great social and economic change in the United States. The Industrial Revolution brought about new technologies and industries, and the country experienced a period of rapid economic growth. However, the growth of industrial capitalism also led to the rise of social inequality and the emergence of a labor movement. The abolitionist movement also gained momentum during this time, and the country was on the brink of a civil war over the issue of slavery.The American Civil War (1861-1865) was a watershed moment in the nation's history. The war was fought betweenthe Northern states, which sought to preserve the Union, and the Southern states, which sought to secede and establish a new nation based on slavery. The war ended with the victory of the Union, and the abolition of slavery. The Civil War had a profound impact on the United States, as it led to the emancipation of millions of slaves and the reunification of the country.The post-Civil War era was a time of reconstruction and rebuilding. The United States expanded its territory westward, and the country experienced a period of rapid economic growth. The late 19th and early 20th centuries were also marked by a wave of immigration from Europe, which brought new people and cultures to the United States.The United States played a major role in both World Wars. In World War I (1914-1918), the United States entered the war on the side of the Allies, and its involvement helped to bring about the Allied victory. In World War II (1939-1945), the United States entered the war on the side of the Allies again, and its involvement played a decisive role in the Allied victory. The United States emerged fromWorld War II as a global superpower, and it played aleading role in the Cold War (1947-1991).The post-Cold War era has been a time of relative peace and prosperity for the United States. The country has experienced continued economic growth, and it has made significant progress in areas such as civil rights, environmental protection, and healthcare. However, the United States has also faced new challenges in recent years, including the rise of global terrorism and the threat of climate change.The history of the United States is a story of struggle, perseverance, and triumph. It is a story of people from all walks of life who have come together to build a betterfuture for themselves and their children. The United States is a nation of immigrants, a nation of dreamers, and anation of hope. It is a country that has always strived to be a beacon of freedom and democracy for people around the world.中文回答:美国的诞生和成长是一个庞大的历程,这是一个复杂的故事,它由各个群体、不同的时代、不同的价值观穿插而成。

美国历史英文版

美国历史英文版
Western expansion dispersed this wealth, as Americans asserted a right to spread out to places like Oregon, California, and Texas, an idea called “Manifest Destiny”.
The Democratic-Republicans favored the middle class, and encouraged expansion of American settlements.
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The Louisiana Purchase
The purchase of a huge expanse of land from France in 1803 radically increased the size of the United States and allowed for a greater number of farmers.
The Federalists wanted to create a strong and efficient federal government, but sometimes alienated the people, for example by passing high taxes on houses, land, and slaves, and in turn causing several rebellions.
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The War of 1812
The Americans declared war against Britain because of interferences with American trade in Europe, mistreatment of American sailors, and Britain’s encouragement of hostilities with the Native Americans.

美国历史英文介绍

美国历史英文介绍
– there were many protests
Other Wars

Other wars that America has been involved in since World War II include:
– Korean War (1950 - 1953) – Gulf War (1990 - 1991) – Kosovo War (1999) – Iraq War (2003)
By 1850, Oregon and California become states.
By 1912, all states except Alaska and Hawaii have been created.
Vietnam War (1964 - 1975)

Had a big effect on people:
Cold WarII, there were two superpowers: USA and USSR
– democratic USA, communist USSR

There was constant tension, but never actual war:
After the USSR broke up in 1991, USA became the only superpower. There are still some powerful countries in Europe and Asia. But sometimes America tries to ignore them.
American History
(A few points)
Put these events in order:

USAHistory英文版美国历史简介

USAHistory英文版美国历史简介

❖The United States of America History❖Indians: The “first Americans”❖The Discovery of the New World❖Christopher Columbus (31 October 1451 – 20 May 1506)a navigator, colonizer, and explorerHe initiated the process of Spanish colonization which foreshadowed general European colonization of the "New World".❖Pilgrim Fathers❖Relations of American Indians with European settlers❖The American War of IndependenceWhat were the causes of the War of Independence?Britain’s colonial policy▪The economy in the 13 colonies developed very fast▪The British government was to bring the development under control and to collect more taxes from the colonies.▪“No taxation without representation”▪( 无代表,不纳税)❖How was the War of Independence started?▪The “Boston Tea Party”•In 1773, when ships of tea reached Boston to be distributed, severaldozen Boston residents boarded the ship at night and threw $75,000worth of tea into the harbor. This came to be known as the “Boston TeaParty”.▪The start of the war•In 1775, about 1,000 British soldiers were sent from Boston to seize themilitary supplies of the American militia. When they arrived atLexington they were met by the armed militiamen. Suddenly a shot wasfired and the War of Independence began.❖Boston Tea Party❖The First Continental Congress—September, 1774❖The Second Continental CongressHeld in Philadelphia in May 1775Assume the functions of a national government❖Declaration of IndependenceOn July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was signed.On July 4, 1776, the Congress formally declared the independence•The Declaration states: “We hold these truths to be self-evident: Thatall men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator withcertain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and thepursuit of happiness; that to secure these rights, governments areinstituted among men, deriving their just powers from the consent ofthe governed; that whenever any form of government becomesdestructive of these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or toabolish it, …”After being printed, the copies were sent out, broadcast and read to crowds everywhere.▪The document greatly encouraged the struggling people, making them think that they should be independent and have the right to enjoy liberty.▪They were beginning to show more interests in a common cause.▪Both a great influence on the course of the war and a far-reaching influence in world history as well.❖It dragged on for seven years. (1775-1783)❖Obstacles for the continental army:▪No enough supplies.▪Tired and hungry, while British troops fresh and well-equipped.▪By the middle of December, 1776, the Revolution seemed lost.❖The victory at Saratoga (1777, October)—turning point.❖The assistance from France▪Benjamin Franklin—a messenger to Europe to get help from other countries.▪The French King made two agreements with Franklin:•France would take part in the war against England.•They agreed to trade with each other.•Spain and Holland joined France against England•—a quick end to the war.❖In 1781, a decisive victory at Yorktown in Virginia❖On October 19, 1781, the British general Cornwallis was forced to surrender, the war came to an end.❖The two parts signed the Treaty of Paris in 1783—America won its independence❖The Establishment of Constitution❖On May 25, 1787, the constitution was drafted.❖In June 1789, the constitution came into effect in nine states.❖Ten amendments—The Bill of Rights—were added to the Constitution in 1791.❖The Civil War (1861-1865)❖Causes of Civil War❖Economic reason:▪two different economic systemsNorth Capitalist EconomySouth Plantation❖Political reason▪The North—Federal Government as a union▪The South—The Confederate Government: the independence of each state❖Uncle Tom’s Cabin Published in 1852❖Harriet Beecher Stowe ( l811-1896 )❖An antislavery novel which had great political influence.❖"So this is the little lady who made this big war.“---Lincoln❖Abraham Lincoln was elected president and opposed the expansion of slavery.❖Some southern states formed the Confederate States of America in 1861.❖Union army Vs. Confederate army❖Comparison of Power❖The North:▪twenty-three states, 22 million population▪abundant facilities to manufacture arms and ammunition, clothing, andother supplies▪merchant marines and the navy remained in Union hands▪federal government was better able to raise fund for war ❖The South:▪eleven states, 9 million population▪military advantages:▪actively preparing for war▪in possession of many federal forts and arsenals▪superior military leadership: a third of the regular army's officers werefrom the South▪fighting on its own soil❖Emancipation Proclamationissued by Pres. Abraham Lincoln that freed the slaves of the Confederacy.-This transformed the war from a war to save the Union, to a war to abolish slavery.❖Battle of Gettysburg (July 1863) The turning pointGettysburg Address“Government of the People, by the People and for the People shall not perish from the earth”❖Influence of the Civil War❖Outbreak of the First World War (1914-1918)▪Inevitable result of contradiction between two groups of imperialist powers: •Allies(协约国)—Britain, France, and Russia•The Central European Powers(同盟国)—Germany, Austria-Hungary andItaly▪The political, economic and colonial rivalries of the great powers.❖World War I❖The False Prosperity in the 1920’s1920’s = boom, prosperity, isolationisma period of material success and spiritual frustration or confusion and purposelessness❖Ernest Hemingway (1899-1961)❖欧内斯特·海明威1. Reputation❖Spokesman for the Lost Generation❖ A Nobel Prize winner for literature in 1954❖Life Story1899Born in Illinois (his father was a highly respected doctor, his mother was a singer and music teacher)1917After graduation from High School, he left home and worked for the Star as a reporter; Rejected by the American Army because of his poor vision in one eye 1918Served as an ambulance driver in France, and then as a soldier in the Italian infantry Wounded on both legs1919Returned home to complete his recovery1925Left for Paris1936Took part in the Spanish Civil War as a journalist, on the Republican side1940Moved to Cuba1954Awarded the Nobel Prize1961Committed suicide by shooting himself with his hunting gun❖Major Works❖In Our Time (1925) 《在我们的时代里》Collection of short storiesPortray the world of adulthood as an arena of danger and violence❖The Torrent of Spring (1926) 《春潮》❖The Sun Also Rises (1926) 《太阳照常升起》The disillusionment of the lost generation❖ A Farewell to Arms (1929) 《永别了,武器》❖For Whom the Bell Tolls (1940) 《丧钟为谁而鸣》A love story, a war novel❖The Old Man and the Sea (1952) 《老人与海》a man can be destroyed but not defeated一个人可以被毁灭(physically),但不能给打败(spiritually)❖Writing Style“Hemingway Code heros”❖Those who survive in the process of seeking to master the code, known as “grace under pressure”, with the honesty, the discipline, and the restraint.eg: Cuban fisherman Santiagofighting a losing battle---loss becomes dignityiceberg theory of writing❖His sentences only give one small bit of the meaning; the rest is implied❖The Great Depression❖1930’s = Great DepressionThe stock market crash in1929Massive unemployment, factory and mill closings, and mortgage foreclosures ❖Core of the problem—immense disparity between the productive capacity and the ability of people to consume❖World War II broke out in September, 1939 and ended in August, 1945.❖Background of the warThe World Spread economic crisisGermany and Italy began their ways of fascism and military expansion.Japan meant to conquer China and Southeast Asia by military expansion.❖Two opposing military alliances:the (同盟国)and the (轴心国)❖the in all of human historyUSA attitude:▪ A sit-on-the-fence policy•do trade with the warring countries, including the aggressors•believe in “glorious isolation”▪Its negative effect:•Isolationism encouraged Nazi and Adolph Hitler to believe that they could rely on American neutrality and their victims could not buymunitions in US.•Japan believed that pacifist US would not fight for the integrity of China. ❖On the morning of December 7, 1941, Japanese air force attacked the US Pacific fleet at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. It was the direct cause for America’s entrance into the war.❖End of WWII▪The US air force dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima On August 6 and on Nagasaki on August 8.▪On September 2, 1945, Japan surrendered.❖The Cold War▪United Nations in 1945—a new and better world would emerge from World War II.▪The conflict between the two superpowers Russia and the US increased and later led to the Cold War.❖Truman Doctrinethe principle that the US should give support to countries or peoples threatened by Soviet forces or Communist insurrection. First expressed in 1947 by US President Truman in a speech to Congress seeking aid for Greece and Turkey, the doctrine was seen by the Communists as an open declaration of the cold war杜鲁门主义(该主义认为美国应支持受苏联军队或共产党叛乱威胁的国家或民族;该主义的首次表述出现于1947年美国总统杜鲁门在国会所作的关于要求对希腊和土耳其提供援助的演说中,这被共产党人视为公开的冷战宣言)❖NATO▪In 1949, the United States—in company with 11 other powers—entered into the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).❖The Vietnam War▪ A long-time suffering for the US▪Started under Eisenhower and continued by Kennedy and Johnson•In 1965 US sent in troops to prevent the South Vietnamese government from collapsing. Ultimately, a failure•In 1975 Vietnam was reunified under Communist control.❖The Civil Rights Movement❖Two other diplomatic breakthroughs:▪Re-establishing US relations with the People’s Republic of China▪Negotiating the first Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty with the Soviet Union •Table Tennis Foreign Policy/Ping pong diplomacy•Nixon–first US president visited Beijing.•The “Shanghai Communiqué”—a new US policy:–there was one China;–Taiwan was part of China;– a peaceful settlement of the dispute by the Chinese themselveswas in American interest.Watergate Scandal of President Richard Nixon in 1972the illegal sabotage and espionage of Nixon’s Committee to Re-elect the President.Impeachment ---charge (the holder of a public office) with misconduct弹劾(官员)❖Watergate Scandal⏹To defeat his adversary, Nixon hired five burglars to set up wiretaps(窃听装置) to getconfidential information in the Democratic National Committee offices in the Watergate complex ;⏹It was exposed and became the biggest political scandal in the history of America;⏹Because of the pressure of public, Nixon was impeached and resigned in 1974.水门事件与华盛顿邮报❖1972: 尼克松总统为竞选连任在对手竞选总部安装窃听器❖被”深喉”举报给<华盛顿邮报>❖尼克松威胁: 报道误导,不公正❖<华盛顿邮报纸>不为所动❖两年之后,尼克松成为美国历史上第一位被被弹劾的总统❖<华盛顿邮报>记者Carl Bernstein, Bob Woodward获普利策奖❖America Since 1980’s❖Ronald ReganAt sixty nine, Reagan became the oldest person ever elected as US President in 1980.•Economic program–reductions in income taxes and business taxes–deep cuts in federal spending in every area except defense❖George W. Bush Period▪George W. Bush: The 43rd president of the US elected in 2000▪During his first term, three major tax cuts▪Since 2003, America has had the fastest-growing economy❖The war against terrorism▪Terrorist Event on September 11, 2001❖Invasion of Iraq▪On March 19, 2003 an invasion of Iraq by American and British troops started, supported by small contingents from several other countries.•“Trial of century”—the trial of Saddam began on October, 19, 2005 in Baghdad.•Saddam is accused of crimes against humanity.。

美国独立战争简介 英文版

美国独立战争简介 英文版

In the Treaty of Paris of 1783, the English formally recognized the independence of the United States.
Bunker Hill
The Declaration of Independence made England and the United States enemies at war, instead of friends fighting over a disagreement.
French Friends
入战争 和 世界之战) 年,约克镇大捷,战争结束)
1781, Yorktown victory, the war ended (1781 In 1783, the United Kingdom officially recognized independence of the United States. (1783年,英国正式承认美国独立。)
The main event:
In May 1775, the second Continental Congress circles( 1775年5月,第二界大陆会议) In 1776, through the “Declaration of Independence” (1776年,通过《独立宣言》) France join the war and a world War (法国加
France gave the American large sums of guns, gunpowder.
The America Revolution Becomes a World War
பைடு நூலகம்
In the early months of 1780 General Cornwallis arrived before Charleston to begin the reconquest of South Carolina.

美国历史英文

美国历史英文

The War of 1812
The Americans declared war against Britain because of interferences with American trade in Europe, mistreatment of American sailors, and Britain’s encouragement of hostilities with the Native Americans.
Slavery
Slavery was an established institution in the American economy, particularly in the South, but many people became convinced that it was an undesirable influence on society.
Western expansion dispersed this wealth, as Americans asserted a right to spread out to places like Oregon, California, and Texas, an idea called “Manifest Destiny”.
The Democratic-Republicans favored the middle class, and encouraged expansion of American settlements.
The Louisiana Purchase
The purchase of a huge expanse of land from France in 1803 radically increased the size of the United States and allowed for a greater number of farmers.

美国的历史起源英文作文

美国的历史起源英文作文

美国的历史起源英文作文英文:The origin of American history can be traced back tothe 16th century when European explorers first arrived on the shores of what is now known as North America. The Spanish, French, Dutch, and English all establishedcolonies in the New World, each with their own motivations and goals.One of the most significant events in American history was the arrival of the Pilgrims in 1620. They came to the New World seeking religious freedom and established the Plymouth Colony in what is now Massachusetts. This event is often seen as the beginning of the American experience.Another important event in American history was the American Revolution, which began in 1775 and resulted inthe United States gaining independence from Great Britainin 1783. The Revolution was sparked by a variety of factors,including taxation without representation and a desire for greater political autonomy.Throughout American history, there have been many other important events and movements, such as the Civil War, the Civil Rights Movement, and the Women's Suffrage Movement. Each of these events has shaped the American experience and contributed to the country's unique identity.中文:美国历史的起源可以追溯到16世纪,当时欧洲的探险家首次抵达了现在所称的北美海岸。

美国历史发展英文作文初中

美国历史发展英文作文初中

美国历史发展英文作文初中1. The Native Americans were the first inhabitants of what is now the United States. They lived off the land and had their own unique cultures and traditions. However, when European explorers arrived in the 15th century, theybrought diseases and violence that devastated the Native American populations. The Europeans also brought their own culture and ideas, which clashed with those of the Native Americans. This led to centuries of conflict and displacement of Native American communities.2. The American Revolution began in 1775, when the 13 British colonies in North America declared their independence from Great Britain. The colonists were upset with British taxation policies and lack of representationin Parliament. The war lasted for several years, but in 1783, the Treaty of Paris was signed, officially ending the war and recognizing the United States as a sovereign nation.3. The 19th century was a time of great change in theUnited States. The country expanded westward, with pioneers settling new territories and states being added to the Union. Slavery was also a major issue during this time, with many people in the North calling for its abolition. The Civil War broke out in 1861, with the North fighting to preserve the Union and end slavery, and the South fighting for states' rights and the preservation of slavery. The war ended in 1865 with the Union's victory and the abolition of slavery.4. The 20th century saw the United States become a global superpower. The country played a major role in both World War I and World War II, and emerged from the latter as the dominant economic and military power in the world. The Cold War with the Soviet Union dominated much of the second half of the century, with the United States and its allies working to contain the spread of communism. TheCivil Rights Movement also took place during this time, with African Americans fighting for equal rights and an end to segregation.5. Today, the United States is a diverse andmulticultural society, with people from all over the world living and working here. The country has faced many challenges throughout its history, but has always been able to overcome them through hard work and perseverance. The future of the United States is uncertain, but one thing is for sure: it will continue to be a major player on the world stage for years to come.。

美国历史 中英文

美国历史  中英文

1) The "discovery" of the New World 发现新大陆①The "first Americans" were the Indians 最早的美国人是印第安人②In the late 15th century, Christopher Columbus, an Italian navigator, supported by the Spanish queen, he led his men to sail across the vast ocean in 1492 and reached some small islands in the now west Indies. He thought he had reached Asia and didn't know he had discovered a New Continent.15世纪后期,意大利航海家克里斯多弗.哥伦布,在西班牙女王的支持下,于1492年率领船队穿越浩瀚的大西洋,抵达了现在西印度群岛的一些小岛。

他误以为到达了亚洲,并不知道自己已经发现了一个新大陆。

③Ameriga Vespucci proved that the land was a new continent. Therefore, the land was named America after him.阿美利歌•韦斯普奇证明了这是新大陆,因此,以他的名字命名。

2)Causes of the colonization of the New World 殖民时期Opportunity was a magic word.机遇是一个神气的词①The new Would drew English nobles (who dreamed of getting more land and establishing great new estates.).②Drew other people who could not find jobs in England.③Most of all , it drew the poor and the homeless from the farmlands and villages of Europe.④Many settlers came to the English colonies in search of religious freedom because they had been persecuted in England.1)他吸引了英国的贵族(那些梦想在荒原上创建庞大的新地产的)2)吸引那些在英国无法找到工作的人。

early years of American history 美国历史早期

early years of American history 美国历史早期
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ISOLATIONISM
• First, the United States was friendly to others.
• Second, the United States neutral toward their disputes.
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The Last Straw
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Thomas Jefferson was the third President of the United States, the first United States Secretary of State (1790–1793) serving under President George Washington. He was an American Founding Father, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence. He organized the Democratic-Republican Party with his close friend James Madison. Though Jefferson owned many slaves, he opposed the institution all his life. Jefferson has been criticized by many scholars over the ssue of slavery, but he remains rated as one of the greatest U.S. presidents.
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Contribution
• Defeating the British in two battles, retaking New Jersey and restoring momentum to the Patriot cause.
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• Second Continental Congress at the State
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• Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence said:
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Voyage
The Pilgrims leave Plymouth Harbor in England on a ship called the Mayflower. They seek freedom in Mayflower. America to worship the way they want. The voyage is difficult, but only one of the 102 passengers dies.
II. The Settlement in Virginia (弗吉尼亚州) 弗吉尼亚州)
• 1607
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• Battle of Lexington(列克星敦市) Lexington(列克星敦市 列克星敦市)
selfself-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.’ Happiness.’
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