Business & Finance assignment

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1.The primary source that I have chosen for this assignment is the U.S

Department of labor. The event that I chose is the World War I and the minor events

leading to the begin and end of WWI. The source discusses the 1920s and the start of

the Great Depression in 1921-1933.

2.The U.S Department of Labor is an official website of the United States, that

shares both historical and current information pertaining to the United States. The

website provides verified information hence in this particular discussion, the U.S

Department of labor discusses about the historical moment of the WWI and how it

greatly contributed to the Great Depression that saw the country to a significant

economic crisis. The period from 1921 to 1933 roughly consisted of economic cycle

that catapulted the US to unprecedented heights of prosperity and then the great

depression happened unparelling an intractable misery in the country. The

department of labor during this period of the great depression and the WWI

reflected the administration’s and nation’s need for less government since in the

1920s, during the WWI presidents Harding, Coolidge and Hoover’s role in the

government has been reduced and only expanded during the early periods of the

great depression. The secretaries in the department of labor were the ones that were

majorly involved in leadership such as James Davis who was a national prominent

leader risen from being an iron puddler to the loyal order of the Moose. The WWI

had great impact on organized labor hence the US Department of labor fits well in

this discussion.

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3.The WWI is an historical event that occurred in the 1920s and there is no

discussing about the 1920s without the first world war, also known as the great war.

It is the war that can be argued to have perpetuated other conflicts that happened

afterwards. It had great impact on the 1920s as it brought changes to the prewar

status quo especially for women and African Americans.

4.My chosen primary source tells more about what transpired during the WWI

and the events between 1921-1933 leading to the great depression with relation to

labor in the US. During this period, the department of labor fought for the

constitutional amendment limiting child labor which paved way for later legislation

of labor regulation of children under 18 years of age. The events that took place in

WWI contributed to the establishment of women’s Bureau after the war. Generally,

the source explains more about the impact of WWI on labor but not anything else

besides labor and what the department of labor did to help improve labor situation in

the country.

5.I chose the WWI and it relates to final topic because it widely covers most of

the US history which I believe lays the foundation for most of other events that

occurred later.

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References

U.S Department of Labor. Chapter 2: The 1920s and the start of the depression

1921-1933.

Final Paper Preparation Worksheet. 1. Identification of Subject:

2. Events Event 1 (1877 – 1945):

Which topic have you chosen? Women

Event: The 19th Amendment

When: August 26, 1920

Where: U.S. Capitol after the House of Representatives approved the amendment, affecting

women nationwide.

Who was involved: Millions of suffragists, including notable figures like Susan B.

Anthony and President Woodrow Wilson

Circumstances: Women's parLcipaLon in WWI and baNlefield aid. Women's

suffrage groups' rallies over several decades raised men's awareness of women's

right to vote.

Significance: This event advanced women's rights and reduced gender-based dogma. After

voting, women gained autonomy from men and emerged from their submissive status. Despite

Event 2 (1877 – 1945):

Event: Women entering male-dominated careers

When: 1920s

Where: NaLonwide, especially urban areas

Who: Women across America

Circumstances: Women's suffrage empowered them to exercise more autonomy

and pursue various clothing and behavior freedoms. The circumstances

increased the desire for beNer jobs.

Significance: This event facilitated greater progress for women in terms of being perceived as

equals and gaining access to more secure employment opportunities that were not undervalued

like traditionally "feminine" vocations.

Event 3 (1945 – present):

Event: Equal Pay Act

When: June 10, 1963

Where: NaLonwide

Who: Millions of women and employers, President Kennedy, President Johnson

Circumstances: The Equal Pay Act was passed in the 1920s to modify wage gaps

and to advance sex equality in workforce. The Act was influenced by the raise in

the number of women entering male professions, especially during WWII, and

the seXng up of the Commission on the Status of Women by President Kennedy.

Significance: This event reduced the gender pay gap and increased women's participation in

male-dominated sectors. This event also prompted the Civil Rights Act and Age Discrimination

in Employment Act, which improved workplace equality.

Event 4 (1945 – present):

3. Sources Primary Sources: APA Citation for Primary Source 1: Provide the APA citation for your source. Here are some examples of APA citations.

Event: Overturning of Roe v. Wade

When: June 24, 2022

Where: NaLonwide impact on aborLon laws

Who: U.S. Supreme Court decision affecLng millions, parLcularly women of color

Circumstances: Caused by Supreme Court reforms and its conservaLve majority,

state-level legislaLve acLviLes to restrict aborLon rights, and anL-aborLon

acLvism. The Supreme Court overturned the precedent-seXng judgment a]er

legal aNacks on aborLon access and a changing poliLcal landscape.

Significance: This event negated over 50 years of legal abortion rights for women. The reversal

of this ruling has devolved abortion policy to states, where many have already banned

abortions. This ruling also increases maternal mortality and unsafe abortions.

The Evening Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.), 26 Aug. 1920.Chronicling America:

Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress. https://chroniclingamerica.loc.gov/

lccn/sn89066315/1920-08-26/ed-1/seq-1/

Annotation for Primary Source 1:

APA Citation for Primary Source 2: Provide the APA citation for your source. Here are some examples of APA citations.

This article was published on August 26th, 1920, coinciding with the day that women's

suffrage was officially incorporated into the constitution. Suffrage leaders deplored the absence

of any official observance that should signalize this great milestone reached in the long

struggle for the recognition of the rights of women. The source reveals the genuine feelings and

thoughts behind the 19th Amendment's ratification. This book provides an excellent historical

context for understanding the women's suffrage movement's struggles and successes and helps

Hardenbergh, M. (1923, Aug. 12). Taking the hand off the cradle to catch devil fish: How

modern woman is delving into the sacred precincts of male occupation and is now

found in the role of bandit, judge, bricklayer, hunter, and race horse jokey.The Atlanta

Constitution, 2-3. Retrieved from http://www.americainclass.org/sources/

becomingmodern/modernity/text2/col commentarymodernwoman.pdf

Annotation for Primary Source 2:

Scholarly Secondary Sources APA Citation for Secondary Source 1: Provide the APA citation for your source. Here are some examples of APA citations.

The source "Taking the Hand Off the Cradle to Catch Devil Fish" originated from The Atlanta

Constitution on August 12, 1923. This article suggests that, as the 1920s continued, women's

forsaking traditional roles were evident by taking jobs as bandits, judges, bricklayers, hunters,

and racehorse jockeys which were usually associated with males. The article speaks rather

skeptically about gender equality, meaning that despite all the effort made by women to

infiltrate male professions, they are likely never to reach real parity. Such historical context

shows the attitude of society toward gender roles and the challenges which women faced in

Coen-Sanchez, K., Ebenso, B., ElMowafi, I. M., Berghs, M., Idriss-Wheeler, D., & Yaya, S.

(2022). Repercussions of Overturning Roe v. Wade for Women Across Systems and

Beyond Borders. Reproductive Health, 19(1), 1–5.

Annotation for Secondary Source 1:

APA Citation for Secondary Source 2:

This article "Repercussions of Overturning Roe v. Wade for Women Across Systems and

Beyond Borders" by Coen-Sanchez et al., was published in 2022 in the Reproductive Health

Journal. The researchers expound on the effects of the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe v.

Wade, focusing on women's reproductive health, specifically those of color. The authors

explore these historic, political, and medical humanities that localize the decision in terms of

systemic injustices and inequalities experienced by marginalized communities. This depth of

analysis would help provide insight into the multifaceted impacts that restricting abortion

rights will entail and support a deep dive into reproductive rights and social justice in my final

Terborg-Penn, R. (2020). The Nineteenth amendment and its outcome for African American

women. Journal of Women’s History, 32(1), 23–31. https://doi.org/10.1353/

Annotation for Secondary Source 2:

4. Introduction and Thesis Statement Draft of Introduction and thesis

The article “The Nineteenth amendment and its outcome for African American women”

by Terborg-Penn 2020 is published in the Journal of Women's History. It elaborates on their

activism, problems, and strategies in different regions while trying to bring to light the

contributions made by African American women to the suffrage movement. It does a detailed

reading at the intersectionality of race and gender in the fight for the vote, which is really

critical if one is to understand the intricacies of suffrage history. This source greatly enriches

suffrage discourses, supporting the thesis by showing the diverse and sometimes overlooked

contributions of excluded groups to the movement.

Women have made significant progress toward gender equality throughout

American history.

This journey began with the struggle for suffrage, and in 1920, it hit its stride, as the 19th

Amendment was passed for women to vote. The event was a first breakthrough in the matter of

women's empowerment, from which activists derived a new energy and by which societal

perceptions of gender equality were redefined. As soon as women turned into the political

voices, they started trying to invade the male professions to break another stereotype and

expand the opportunities in the working places. However, women continued to face barriers

such as unequal pay and discrimination. The Equal Pay Act of 1963 was meant to alleviate

these discrepancies to the extent that work equality between the sexes could be accomplished.

However, setbacks still occurred, such as Roe v. Wade being overturned in 2022, which limited

the reproductive rights of women and began arguments over bodily autonomy. Women journey

in America, marked by suffrage, entry into male-dominated careers, legislative victories like

the Equal Pay Act, and setbacks such as the reversal of Roe v. Wade, is indicative of the

References

Coen-Sanchez, K., Ebenso, B., ElMowafi, I. M., Berghs, M., Idriss-Wheeler, D., & Yaya, S.

(2022). Repercussions of overturning Roe v. Wade for women across systems and beyond

borders. Reproductive Health, 19(1), 1–5.

Hardenbergh, M. (1923, Aug. 12). Taking the hand off the cradle to catch devil fish: How

modern woman is delving into the sacred precincts of male occupation and is now found

in the role of bandit, judge, bricklayer, hunter, and race horse jokey.The Atlanta

Constitution, 2-3. Retrieved from http://www.americainclass.org/sources/

becomingmodern/modernity/text2/col commentarymodernwoman.pdf

Terborg-Penn, R. (2020). The nineteenth amendment and its outcome for African American

Women. Journal of Women’s History, 32(1), 23–31. https://doi.org/10.1353/

jowh.2020.0003

The Evening Missourian. [volume] (Columbia, Mo.), 26 Aug. 1920.Chronicling America:

Historic American Newspapers. Lib. of Congress. https://chroniclingamerica.loc.gov/

lccn/sn89066315/1920-08-26/ed-1/seq-1/