HIS 200 Week 1 Discussion

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Response 1

1-1 Discussion: Change Over Time

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In your first post, introduce yourself to your instructor and peers. Share who you are, where you are from, and what your goals are in taking this course.

Then, as you read the webtext, respond to the following prompt in one to two paragraphs.

Choose a sentence or short section from the article embedded in your webtext reading about Irish immigration. Copy and paste the sentence or section into your discussion post. Along with this sentence or section, briefly explain how your choice illustrates the concept of change over time.

You should also answer the following questions in your post:

·         How does this article give you a better understanding of the changing perception of Irish immigrants in America?

·         What forces allowed the Irish to be assimilated into U.S. culture despite initial resistance?

In response to your peers, compare and contrast their understanding of the changing perceptions of Irish immigrants to your own understanding of those changing perceptions.

Response 1

Discussion: Change Over Time

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Shacoura Wellington posted Sep 5, 2022 11:32 AM

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Hey everyone my name is Shacoura Wellington sorry for the late introduction I was unable to access my account in a timely manners. I am a Criminal Justice major who is planning to teach an elective class once I graduate. I'm currently a behavior specialist that works well with teens who continues to challenge me but also inspire me on a daily basis, patience is key and staying open minded helps me adjust to any situation. 

After reading the articles with the Irish immigrants coming to migrating to America, I find it to be very interesting because they have similar stories to many other immigrants who migrated to America. Which also helps me understand more and more how America really operate (Yes operate) many immigrants migrated to America for a better opportunity because there country didn't have many resources for them; pretty much had to utilize what they already knew to provide for their family. Many Irish immigrants had a challenging time adjusting to America because of their education level and lack of skills they needed which cause them to live in certain conditions that wasn't the typical "American dream".

Many Irish immigrants had to settle for certain jobs that wasn't paying enough due to the lack of skills and education which also cause them to live in certain neighborhoods. Also I can what the Irish experience is no difference from many other Ethnic groups who migrated to America as well experience, they all have similar stories when it came to adjusting in America as an immigrant.

Response 2

1-1 Discussion: Change Over Time

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MariGrace Osteen posted Sep 1, 2022 10:47 PM

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Hello, everyone!

My name is MariGrace. I am from Northwest Tennessee and have 5 pet children. They keep my on my toes all the time! Right now, I am currently an Accounting Specialist, but I am working towards getting my degree in Psychology. I am excited to broaden my knowledge of the affect that history has had on our world today. While there are some prominent points that I know history has affected, such as religion and cultural changes, I know there is more to learn. I have always loved history, so I am ready to dive deeper into this class. By the end of this class, I hope to know more of different events that have helped to shape our world today!

“Irish-American political bosses retained power in many cities through the Great Depression of the 1930s, and in some cases, well beyond that.” I chose this sentence as it shows that while Irish immigrants were not accepted in this period, they grew into learning the culture and became respected. This also helped them to integrate the Catholic religion deeply into many cities in the US. While this time period was not ideal for the Irish, they now “rank well above the national averages for household income and educational attainment (U.S. Census Bureau, 2014).”

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Jeremey Watkins

September 4 at 11:52 PM

Hi MariGrace! You make a solid point that they grew into learning culture to become respected. The Irish immigrants took on so much along with being stereotyped!

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John Buchkoski

September 4 at 9:49 PM

Hi MariGrace, welcome to class! I think we can definitely accomplish your goals. 

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Thyrza Salomon posted Aug 24, 2022 5:46 PM

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Hey everyone,

My name is Thyrza Salomon, I am currently majoring in Business Administration and management, I am extremely about this course since History is one of my favorites. I work as an Asset Protection manager for Walmart. I stay in Atlanta Georgia, originally from Haiti, I've been in the United States since 2016. 

I love history because it helps you understand the past and help you take better decision for today's events that will lead to a better future. When you look at the Irish immigration to America, it's simply reminded me of all the migration that are happening right now either it is from the south like Mexica or the people from Africa or even the Caribbean like Haiti or people from other island. As an immigration this article didn't really change my perception on The Irish immigration, but I enjoy the fact that it pointed that not every immigrant come from a poor lifestyle or not educated. Which prove the fact that America was and will probably never be settled to receive immigrants. And their non acceptance has nothing to do with race, education, skin color, religion, dialect etc... 

A major part of the Irish population was well-educated and had the opportunity to have access to amazing jobs like engineers, the other part was wrap top in some less formal situation. I believe because the Irish came from such a bad situation and they wanted to be better no matter what, they had to assimilated despite the resistance. I can think of multiple forces allowed them to be assimilated into the U.S culture. We can mainly point out the adoption of English as a first language, also the Catholic religion that played a major tool in their assimilation and the mix marriages as well as ethnicity. 

Reply 1.

Paul Baker

Hello Thyrza!

Great post, and nice to meet you!

I cannot even begin to fathom the challenges and the strength it takes to overcome the language barrier of moving to a different country. Luckily, the Irish people did speak English enough to get by and help them assimilate to the culture, which I am sure helped. What a different world we would be living in if the Irish hadn't immigrated to the U.S. and gone somewhere else, just think of the cultural impact it would have on today's world. 

Thanks for reading!

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James Lewis

Hello Thyrza,

I agree that the Irish knowing English helped the assimilation process. I also feel that changing perceptions some Americans are now seeing immigrants from Central and South America the same way the Irish were seen in the early 1800s.

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Counessa Clarke

Hi Thyrza, Nice to meet you! 

I love how detailed your post was, it really made me think! One part of your post that I absolutely agree with is "reminded me of all the migration that are happening right now either it is from the south like Mexico or the people from Africa or even the Caribbean like Haiti or people from other island." The migration situation is so bad right now, these people are coming to the country looking for an escape from violence and a better life with better opportunities. And it looks so bad that America isn't welcoming these people with open arms unless you have the proper documentation. These people are being held in camps away from their children. I just don't understand why American can't see these people are willing to work and do anything possible so they can have a better future for their children as well as themselves. It really makes me think about the hardships my family had to face when they migrated from Jamaica to the United States. As a child I didn't experience too much hate, but it makes me wonder how badly my family suffered to get to the position they are now!