Some of the prominent top 3 technologies that helped to end World War II included things like nuclear bombs, aircraft, and the mass and effective production of things like tanks, guns, and even ammunition. The most obvious weapons of which, the atomic /nuclear bombs, were blatantly used to end the war. Its destructive power was so overwhelming that neither sides wanted to engage in a war that included such weapons. Which would, in the future lead to things like the cold war and many countries racing to get their hands on as many nuclear weapons as they could to be used as political end power bargaining chips. However, with the powerful display in Hiroshima, the USA and allies came out on top. Another technological front was aircraft. With such technology just being developed, the war pushed it forward many decades as the skies became obvious advantages due to its openness and the current lack of competition. which of course when that position of competition was filled, those on the defending side had no choice but to confront and keep up with the threat flying above them. And lastly, the ability to mass produce and distribute effective supplies to troops became vital in the USA and allies victory. This is because in many fronts the opposing forces would often have more advanced or overpowering technology. However, the Allied Forces were able to compete with and in some cases be victorious over the opposing sides due to their sheer overwhelming amount of resources. even if the technology that they had or could be supplied was not as great as their enemies, they were still effective and made a massive difference in the war effort. Showing the sheer power of both knowledge and technology. It is undoubtedly that what occurred during World War II could be described as nothing less than atrocious. This hideous word applies to both sides in the war. From the mass genocide of hundreds of thousands of people, to the soldiers who fought and lost their lives, or the innocent people bombed, it was all atrocious. The use of technology to achieve this and the orders from leaders to use them reflect the dark times. Also seen reflected in the development and testing of the atom and hydrogen bombs in the Pacific Ocean. Including the Moananuiākea that were affected in the Bikini Atoll and Pearl harbor. Although taking place more than half a century ago the effects of which can still be seen to this day! As both food and water have to be imported into the area for health reasons, which affects many of the people who live there today. From my understanding, despite these people and their current struggles, they didn't even receive justice for the initial event. Perhaps it could have been left for the history books. However due to the fact that it impacts the people that live there to this very day in both health and quality of life this is yet another cause that needs fighting for. That needs to be remembered. APA Citations:
BuzzFeed. "Art By Atomic Bomb Survivors in Japan". Pintrest. Buzzfeed. https://www.cnn.com/2018/11/10/us/ww2-reunion-us-german-veterans/index.html Blake.J. November 10, 2018. "A WWII hero returns to Germany to solve a mystery -- and meet and enemy". CNN. https://www.pinterest.com/pin/495747871478374119/ Akana.H. 2021. "World History"; Period 5. Kamehameha Schools; Kapalma. US. HI.
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Colonization and Imperialism are both very important concepts for my Kahiau project. This is because the effects of the both of them have shaped many current systems around the world. With my project focusing around quality education and teaching healthy relations with the land, I would actually like for classrooms to explore traditional means of living alongside nature. It is my belief that all students should know where the food that they eat and the water they drink comes from. Furthermore, I believe that everyone should have a basic knowledge about the history of the people they come from and their agricultural practices, lifestyles, and views towards life. This is in an attempt to teach better means of sustainability and how to be respectful towards the land. As well as an understanding or even appreciation of a diversity of beliefs, background, life choices, etc, focusing on empathy. However the issue and the root of this all was that many colonization and imperialism practices specifically focused on distancing native people from their lands. This was to force them into modern society as once they did there would be no natural world to return to. So in essence, my Kahiau project focuses on reversing these effects. I think that colonization and imperialism has most definitely detached people here in Hawaii from their land and roots. Although we have rebounded and are once again regaining our ways. In the past Hawaii was completely sustainable, but now we can do nothing but rely on the mainland for our supplies and the shipment of materials. This alone, speaks volumes about the disconnect between people and the land. We went from being an efficent society isolated thousands of miles in the middle of the Pacific Ocean with no outside assistence or influence, to a society with so much technology yet so little independence. What we have now is a direct result of colonization and imperialism tactics that were used once foreign colonizers came to our Islands. Although it was primarily opportunistic businessman who laid the groundwork because Hawaii was still a kingdom at the time. When later under American rule Hawaii quickly became an exotic tourist attraction and Military asset. This created a demand for land that once belonged to the native people. it was well-known of the local reluctance to comply with these foreign economic systems. Many were even confused on concepts such as having to buy your own land or work all day in the fields for little pay. the new systems that had been imposed were more capitalist based, while the previous old systems were community focused and more compatible with the lifestyles of native and Pacific Islander people. Works Cited:
“Ancient Moku and Ahupuaʻa”. Maui Nui Ahupuaʻa Project. Supported by County of Maui. https://www.mauinuiahupuaaproject.com/ahupuaa “Ahupuaʻa”. Nīele Hawaiian Girl Graphics. ”http://www2.hawaii.edu/~dhonda/ahupua'a.htm Natural Lifestyle. March 16, 2018. “ 10 Simple Ways to start living a more Natural Life”. All Natural Home and Health. https://allnaturalhomeandhealth.com/10-simple-ways-to-start-living-a-more-natural-life/ Early Foundations. 2021. “Benefits of Connecting Children with Nature”. Early Foundations. http://www.earlyfoundations.com.au/benefits-connecting-children-nature/ Akana.H. November 22, 2020. “Impacts of Colonization & Imperialism, Modern Warfare & Identity Crisis”. World History, Period 5. Kamehameha Schools, Kapalama. US. HI. 3 Major hotspots during the cold war included Veitnam, Korea, and Germany. Although Cuba and South America were also focused areas. The three previous forlisted countries were involved through more drastic and notable measures. This included means like the Berlin wall, “The Forgotten War”, and the Veitnam war. Many of these things were a direct result of foreign Soviet and American involvement with the countries through proxies. This would intern result in political idealogical divide within the given countries. Many times taking the form of one half verses the other. Such as how south Korea was in opposition of north Korea, south Vietnam to north Veitnam, and East germany to west. This divide was essentially enforced by the larger global superpowers meddling with their wars. All the while pushing their own agendaʻs upon these idealy conflicted fore-fronts. Connecting to my Kahiau project, the concept that “the War to End All Wars” never completely ended could play a roll in instigating my proposed idea in an effective way. The ideals seen in Mālama Honua and the ʻike on Maunakea more line up with the ideals of Communism and Socialism. This is because of the previous anceint Hawaiian systems functioning in the same if not similar way. While those currently protesting, likely idealize the older traditional ways. This older Hawaiian system stands in opposition to the rule of the United States, as it is a strongly contrasting ideal to capitalism. Sadly, that same capitalst system seems to have worked against indigenous people in the past. As they were often unfamiliar with how to live through it, and it allowed others to exploit them and their lands. Many times as larger coutries would impose this idea they would take advantage of the fact that native people did not “buy” the land they lived on. While at the same time, many of these people understood a more socialist based economic system. So many times it would be a struggle to adapt too or accept these new odd systems. Citations:
Nevado. M.S. October 20, 2012. “Betrayal: A Global Warming Illustration”. AEGIS STRIFE. https://aegis-strife.net/betrayal-global-warming-illustration/ Blakemore.E. November 8, 2019. “Why the Berlin Wall Rose- and how it fell”. National Geographic. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/why-berlin-wall-built-fell Akana.H. May 1, 2021. “Cold War V2020”. World History Class. Kamehameha schools. |
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