Fletcher US History

J. Pepper Bryars stated many interesting points such as the statues of soldiers aren't Jefferson Davis or Robert E. Lee. The statues are just soldiers and sailors. Every soldier deserves to be remembered and honored in any way possible. LeeAnna Keith stated other points significant in another way, she celebrates the work of lawyers or missionaries and thinks of memorials for those such Americans. David Person otherwise states his view on the confederate flag and how it should be taken down. He claims its a symbol against black people in the United States. He quotes Dr. Abel Bartley: "They wanted to hold on to slaver," he said. "Don't tell me that it's about heritage. It is about heritage: the heritage of holding slaves." He continues to explain his views and how some people see the flag as a symbol of such hatred. Another group of people in South Carolina, the SCPS, states that the flag is a good symbol and a monument. Each author contains many signific...

     I have decided to research the uprising of Amusement Parks and Circuses, such as Coney Island, during Urbanization. This topic struck and interest in me as I recently saw The Greatest Showman  movie and thought it was an amazing production and story. Obviously, as leisure time was increasing, people could spend more time doing activities that were enjoyable and entertaining. Though circuses were becoming popular in more rural areas, there was always the connection to the urban city an establishments there as amusement parks also gained popularity. Coney Island became a big hit in New York as a whole new idea for fun that was so interesting to all the people. This unique form of entertainment and fun that arose in industries during an important time of urbanization for the United States had a large role in how people began to spend their time and dream bigger dreams.