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My Entrance To This World
On a crisp Friday night, an infantile Ricky Crews took his first breath precisely at 10:35 PM. The third child of Maria and Gil Crews was born. Arriving promptly on his due date, the fifth addition to the Crews family was delivered at Abington Memorial Hospital. On this very night, the world would fall witness to a legend in the making. -
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The Lifespan of Frederick D. Crews
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9/11 Attacks
The Islamic extremist group al-Queda seized four airline flights and executed several suicide missions targeted at the United States. Two of the Planes crashed into either buildings of the Twin Towers in New York City,one crashed into the Pentagon in D.C., and the last one was deferred by American citizens who took control of the plane and landed it in an open field in Pennsylvania. This catastrophic event increased security & fear across the US. http://www.history.com/topics/9-11-attacks -
US Invasion of Afghanistan
Leading the "War on Terror", US-led coalition began attacks on Talibani Afghanistan. Intended on targeting the al-Qaida organization and overthrowing the extremist Taliban government, the US dispatched troops into the country. Troops began to instill a democracy and hunt down Bin Laden. Lasting 13 years, this war took up a large part of the 21st century, continuing to be a major point of interest in American culture.http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/u-s-led-attack-on-afghanistan-begins -
Hurricane Katrina
In the summer of 2005 this category 3 hurricane devastated hundreds of thousands of US citizens living in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. The aftermath of the storm left entire under water, causing more than $100 billion in damages. The government was criticized for it's slow movement in helping victims in need. Killing more than 2,000 people this catastrophic event continues to be one of the deadliest hurricanes in the history of the US. http://www.history.com/topics/hurricane-katrina -
The First Day of School
I can recall a clear memory of my first day of kindergarten. The specific instance that stands out in my mind took place during our first lesson of the year. It was to arrange the days of the week in the order that they occurred, and I was, to say the least, baffled. I was a connoisseur of crayon art, I could snap and whistle, I could make a friend or two, but this flew right over my head. I was seemingly the only one that felt that way. Ultimately, that moment taught me to come prepared. -
The Great Recession
The Recession of the late 2000's, the worst since WWII, was a significant punch in the face to many Americans at the time. There was an enormous decrease in the amount of products being produced and sold, eventually resulting in a massive decline in employment. The unemployment rate peaked at ten percent, as hoards of people were laid off from their jobs. This event proved to be a detriment to not only citizens, but the economy as a whole. (http://stateofworkingamerica.org/great-recession/) -
President Obama's Inauguration
Barack Obama was sworn in to presidency in early 2000, marking a historic event in American History. His presidency acted as a personified symbol of change for the entire country, and his first inauguration was just a taste of the positive events that would follow foe years to come. This iconic day was an inspiration to not only me but tons of black Americans across the nation. (http://www.nytimes.com/2009/01/21/us/politics/20web-inaug2.html) -
The BP Gulf Oil Spill
Viewed as one of the worst environmental catastrophe's in US history, the Gulf Oil Spill created a multitude of problems for politicians and enviornmentalists. The BP pipeline leaked almost 3.19 million gallons of oil onto the ocean floor. The US government spent 20 million dollars funding the clean-up.Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida coastlines were all affected, as the incident continues to impact the people and wildlife living there today. http://ocean.si.edu/gulf-oil-spill -
My First Audition
Even though the audition was a hoax, this day marked the start of my career as an actor. I begged my parents to let me go to a "casting call" I heard about on the radio, and after endlessly arguing they finally agreed to let me go. Basically, the whole thing was an elaborate ploy to make you pay for a trip to Florida for a "real" audition, but it didn't matter because it made my parents realize how serious I was about acting.Later, I started going to acting classes and I haven't looked back. -
Assassination of Osama bin Laden
The death of the mastermind behind the 9/11 terrorist attacks stands as a triumphant day in recent US history. Osama bin Laden was assassinated in Abbottabad, Pakistan by a group of 23 US Navy SEALs during a special mission. Crowds of Americans rejoiced outside of the White House and Times Square. After a decade long hunt for the notorious fugitive, this day marked the end of a seemingly never-ending battle. http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/osama-bin-laden-killed-by-u-s-forces -
Sandy Hook Elementary School Shooting
Twenty 6-7 year old elementary school students and 6 of their teachers were shot in school by Adam Lanza in Newtown, Connecticut. This event shocked masses of citizens as they heard of the horrifying news. As the most fatal school shooting since Columbine, these murders contribute to the on-going debate about gun control in America, as well as multiple other school shooting that have integrated their way into American culture. http://www.cnn.com/interactive/2012/12/us/sandy-hook-timeline/ -
Boston Marathon Bombing
Two bombs went off around the finish line of the Boston Marathon in 2013. The explosion killed three spectators and injured more than 260 others. One of the suspects Tamerlan Tsarnaev was killed by authorities in a violent shootout, while the other Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, was later sentenced to death. This traumatic event unified country in support for the victims, and stands as one of the most important attacks in recent history.http://www.history.com/topics/boston-marathon-bombings -
Starting Middle School
Starting junior high school, was a major change in my life. AJHS was an entirely new setting, with heaps of new people, classes, and experiences to come. I met most of my current friends in seventh grade, and being around all of those new people really put me in a new mindset. Even though the school work began to get more difficult, my life became much more interesting as I learned new things I'd never thought about before. -
Ferguson Unrest
After Michael Brown was fatally shot by police officer, Darren Wilson a series riots and protests were set off in Ferguson, Missouri. Sparking major controversy, these protest became a topic debated over in recent years. This event inspired many other protests regarding the Black Lives Matter movement, making police brutality a discussion point amongst many politicians, citizens and the government in general after this initial day. http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-30193354 -
Legalization of Same-Sex Marriage
Almost 46 years after the Stonewall Riots that began the modern Gay Rights Movement, the Supreme Court ruled that all states must allow same-sex marriage.In a 5-4 ruling, this decision settled a civil rights issue prevalent in the US for decades.As the 21st country to rule this, the US established a new civil right promoting equality for all citizens. This triumphant event emphasizes the modernization of the nation. http://www.cnn.com/2015/06/26/politics/supreme-court-same-sex-marriage-ruling/
