Key Historical Figures and Events in U.S. History

These flashcards cover important historical figures and events related to U.S. history as noted in the lecture.

Who was Emilio Aguinaldo?

A Philippine independence leader who led a revolt against the U.S.

What did Joseph Glidden create and how did it impact the west?

He created barbed wire, which revolutionized the cattle industry and helped to 'tame the west.'

What is Samuel Gompers known for?

He was a key figure in labor unions.

Who wrote 'A Century of Dishonor' and what was its purpose?

Helen Hunt wrote it to shame the U.S. for its treatment of Native Americans.

What was J.P. Morgan's role during the Gilded Age?

He was an American financier who funded the U.S. during the panics of 1893 and 1903.

What did Thomas Nast create and represent?

He created Uncle Sam, representing American unity and draft in political cartoons.

What industry did John D. Rockefeller revolutionize?

He revolutionized the oil industry.

What did the Frontier Thesis by Frederick Jackson Turner argue?

It argued that the American frontier fostered individualism.

What was the significance of William Jennings Bryan's 'Cross of Gold' speech?

It was pivotal in the Populist movement and denounced the gold standard.

Who was William Randolph Hearst?

He was a yellow journalist who founded a communications empire that included radio shows and newspapers.

Who was the first female U.S. Secretary of Labor?

Frances Perkins.

What did Upton Sinclair's book 'The Jungle' advocate for?

It advocated socialism and workers' rights.

What was the outcome of the Rosenberg trial?

Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were executed for espionage, with debates about their guilt continuing.

What movement did Malcolm X advocate for?

He advocated for black nationalism and empowerment.

What was the significance of Rosa Parks in the civil rights movement?

Her arrest initiated the Alabama Bus Boycott, a pivotal event in the civil rights movement.

Who was JFK assassinated by?

Lee Harvey Oswald.

What was the focus of Rachel Carson's book 'Silent Spring'?

It addressed natural pollution and inspired environmental legislation like the Clean Air Act.

Who founded Operation PUSH and ran for president?

Jesse Jackson.

What landmark legislation was passed during George W. Bush's presidency?

The No Child Left Behind Act.

Which U.S. president served the longest term?

Franklin D. Roosevelt.

What is the 'New Deal'?

A series of programs and reforms implemented by FDR to combat the Great Depression.

What was the significance of the open door policy?

It was aimed at protecting U.S. trade in China.

What did the 19th Amendment achieve?

It granted women the right to vote.

Who was the first African American woman in the Supreme Court?

Thurgood Marshall was the first African American male; Sandra Day O'Connor was the first female justice.

What is the main argument of Booker T. Washington's philosophy?

He advocated for African Americans to accept segregation and earn respect through hard work.

What did the 'March Against Fear' symbolize?

It was a demonstration for civil rights led by James Meredith.

What social movement did Stokely Carmichael develop?

The Black Power movement.

Who wrote 'The Feminine Mystique' and what was its impact?

Betty Friedan wrote it, sparking discussions on women's rights and societal roles.