Litteasha Johnson
APUSH
4/22/14
Vocab 53
101. Senate Ratification
In 1919 the Senate rejected a peace treaty for the first time in U.S. history. The
Treaty of Versailles was rejected by the Senate along with the League of Nations
entailed within it. The Treaty of Versailles was Woodrow Wilson’s peace treaty to
end WW1. However, the Senate was not impressed with what the treaty held
within its fin e print. Senate members like William Borah fought harshly against
the treaty even going on tours to preach against it. [William Borah, Woodrow
Wilson, WW1, Treaty of Versailles, League of Nations]
102. Senator Henry Cabot Lodge
A Republican Senator from Massachusetts. Lodge went against Woodrow Wilson
on the Treaty of Versailles in 1919. He wanted Congressional power over the
declaration of war. Wilson was against this idea. Lodge was one of the authors of
the Federal Election Bill protecting African American votes. Lodge’s stand on
immigration was strong in wanting restrictions. He felt that the immigrants would
not assimilate into the American culture and damage the country. [Rejection of the
Treaty of Versailles, Versailles Treaty, Woodrow Wilson]
103. Senator William Borah
A Republican senator from Idaho. Borah was a well-known Progressive. In 1919,
Borah went against Woodrow Wilson on the topic of the Treaty of Versailles. He
did not want the treaty ratified and went on tours preaching the fallacies of the
treaty. The Senate ultimately rejected the Treaty of Versailles and the League of
Nations. Lodge was also a leading advocate of American Imperialism. [Woodrow
Wilson, Treaty of Versailles, Progressives, Senate Ratification]
104. Whistle Stop Tour
Woodrow Wilson’s political campaign train tour with multiple stops in different
locations. These stops may include speeches and/or appearances. The appearances
would happen on flat platforms on top of the train cars. These tours happen within
a brief amount of time. This was Wilson’s attempt at using the bully pulpit to gain
acceptance of the Treaty of Versailles.
105. Rejection of the Treaty of Versailles
In 1920 the Treaty of Versailles failed to pass the two-thirds party vote of the
Senate for a second time. This was meant to be a peace treaty for Germany and the
Allied Powers. People like Senator Henry Cabot Lodge opposed this treaty because
of the Title X of the League’s charter. The Know-Porter Resolution was used in
place of the Treaty of Versailles. [Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, Treaty of
Versailles, William Borah, Wilson’s 14 Points, League of Nations, Woodrow
Wilson]
106. Red Scare
The promotional fear of the rise and spread of communism post WW1. The Red
Scare featured the fear a Bolshevik revolution would begin in the United States
like it had in Russia in 1917. Worker unrest such as strikes only added to the fear
of socialists within this time period. Strikers were named the “Reds” referring to
the Red Scare. Attorney General A. Mitchell Palmer tried to arrest and deport
radicals in the Palmer Raids. Around 1920 the Red Scare was nearly depleted.
[IWW, Soviet Ark, WTUL]
107. Soviet Ark
A passenger and cargo ship purchased during the Spanish-American War for
transportation uses. It was nicknamed the “Red Ark” and the “Soviet Ark” for its
roll in deporting “Reds”. These “Reds” were 249 people sent to Russia during the
Red Scare because of their Bolshevik-like political views. These men and women
were banished from the United States forever. [Red Scare, IWW, WTUL, SpanishAmerican War]
108. “Normalcy”
A reference to life prior to 1900. Warren G. Harding used it as his campaign when
running in the election of 1920. Harding wanted American minds free of the
thought of war and wanted peace within the country. He also wanted to undo the
reforms of the Progressive Era. Harding won the election.
109. Harding Administration Scandals
Warren G. Harding became President of the United States in 1921. Harding created
the “Ohio Gang” by appointing close friends of his into cabinet positions. Many of
these members used their positions for their own personal gain. The biggest
Scandal was the Teapot Dome in which bribes were accepted for rights to
petroleum oil. Another large scandal was the Veteran’s Bureau. Forbes was in
charge of the construction and spread of hospitals for WWI veterans. Charles R.
Forbes took kickbacks, traveling perks, and upped construction costs for his own
personal gain. Harding allowed Forbes to flee to Europe after discovering the
fraud. [Graft, Kickbacks, Warren G. Harding, WWI]
110. The Second KKK
Created in Georgia in the 1920s. It’s population grew intensely in reaction to the
large pools of immigration in cities. Therefore, the main KKK population was in
rural areas and in the Midwest. The second KKK searched for pure Americans in
politics and a better Prohibition laws. Most violent attacks took place in the South.
This Klan at its peak reached Canada. [The KKK, Racism, “White Man’s Burden”,
Prohibition]
111. Scopes “Monkey” Trial
In 1925 John Scopes was a Tennessee high school teacher. He violated
Tennessee’s Butler Act which made it illegal to teach evolution. Scopes was found
guilty and fined $100. Later it was overturned. The case caught national attention.
Clarence Darrow was the defense attorney for Scopes while William Jennings
Bryan prosecuted against Scopes. It brought to attention whether or not antireligious teachings should be presented to children. It became a political war of
Fundamentalists versus Modernists. [Social Darwinism]
112. Schenk vs. U.S.
In 1919, Schenk was a leader of the Socialist party. He proceeded to print 15,000
anti-war propaganda leaflets. After the printing took place, he mailed them to
draft-aged men. Schenk felt that the First Amendment gave him the right to send
out the pamphlets voicing his opinion. Chief Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes found
Schenk guilty merely stating “You can’t shout fire in a crowded theatre.” There
must be a clear and present danger. [Oliver Wendell Holmes, Schenk, Socialist
Party, First Amendment, Supreme Court]
113. Sacco & Vanzetti
Italian anarchists who performed a robbery on a shoe factory in Massachusetts.
During the heist the men committed two murders. In court the men were forced to
announce their anarchist beliefs. Many people saw this as potential prejudice on
top of anti-Italian feelings within the jury. All repeals were dismissed. Many feel
they were not justly executed. [Supreme Court, Immigration]
114. Emergency Immigration Act of 1921
An emergency quota law. This restricted immigration by only allowing
approximately 3% of a country’s population into the U.S. This excludes
government officials or those who interfere with the 1917 Immigration Act.
President Warren G. Harding signed this act into law in 1921. The Act was used
longer than originally sought. [Anti-Immigration Act, Warren G, Harding,
Immigration]
115. National Origins Act of 1924
Also known as the Johnson-Reed Act or the Asian Exclusion Act. This Act
changed the 3% allowance in the Emergency Immigration Act of 1921 down to
2%. Asians were also denied citizenship. This was designed to excluded nonwhites from the U.S. This Act was not removed until the 1960s. [Emergency
Immigration Act of 1921, Warren G. Harding, Immigration, “Yellow Hoards”]
116. Prohibition
An anti-alcohol movement. This movement started during the Temperance
Movement with Reverend Lyman Beecher. In support of this movement were the
Anti-Saloon League (business owners), social engineers, older church-going
women, and people from small towns out West. Against this movement were civil
libertarians, immigrants, Catholics, and people from larger cities. Alcohol was seen
as “liquid bread” by lower classes and as “demon gin” by the upper classes. Carry
Nation and the Women’s Christian Temperance Union fought hard for Prohibition.
Herbert Hoover later noted Prohibition was “The noble experiment that failed.”
[Temperance Movement, Lyman Beecher, Social Gospel, Prohibition]
117. Speak Easies
An establishment that illegally sells alcohol in the 1920’s. These became
highlighted locations for people who liked to drink alcohol during the Prohibition
Movement. Bootlegging alcohol became a profitable venture for men places. After
Prohibition these places declined within time. They were called speakeasies
because they had to stay undercover to avoid the law and raids. [Prohibition, Social
Gospel, Jazz Age, Harlem Renaissance, Flappers]
118. Flappers & Flaming Youth
In the 1920s, Western women developed a new style trend giving them the name
“flappers.” These women cut their hair into bobs, wore short skirts, drank alcohol,
listened to jazz, and smoked. This trend skyrocketed at the close of WW1.
Actresses such as Louise Brooks, Colleen Moore, and Joan Crawford used the
image in movies.
In 1923 Colleen Moore starred in the movie Flaming Youth. It was directed by
John Francis Dillon. The film based on a book features a young woman
experimenting with men older than her. This displayed the sexual nature of women
that was not the norm to recognize.
[WWI, Jazz Age]
119. “Lost Generation”
A reference in an Ernest Hemingway novel used to depict the World War I
generation. Especially the young men in this generation seemed directionless.
After having been focused on the war effort for most of their lives, they lacked
contemporary life skills and abilities. [Trench Warfare, F. Scott Fitzgerald,
“Normalcy”, WWI]
120. Conformity
Conformity is a set of unspoken rules people use to relate themselves to others.
Humans have a natural habit to “fit in” or be part of a group. In the 1920’s,
materialism was a major conformity for Americans. This came with the gist of
mass production. Literature often backlashed the strong conformity to be rich such
as F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby.
241. The Rosenberg Executions
Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were both Americans executed for being Soviet spies.
They had planned to leak information on the atomic bomb to the Soviet Union.
Judge Irving Kaufman ordered the execution in court under the Espionage Act of
1917. The Rosenbergs were transported to New York to be executed in the electric
chair. [Espionage Act of 1917, Irving Kaufman, A-Bomb, HUAC, Cold War]
242. The Smith Act and Loyalty Oaths
The Smith Act is also defined as the Alien Registration Act of 1940. All noncitizens were mandated to register with the government. Also, people who
promoted government overthrow were given criminal penalties. This law went
against communism.
Loyalty oaths were pledges to be loyal to the nation.
“ I am not, nor have I ever been a member of an organization that advocates the
violent overthrow of the government of the United States.”
[Anti-Immigration Act, Chinese Exclusion Act, Alien and Sedition Act]
243. McCarthyism
Making an accusation without regarding evidence. This can also mean using faulty
investigative techniques in the early 1950’s. This term was born during the Second
Red Scare. Many Americans were accused of being communists with no legitimate
evidence of them being communists. The paranoia simply overran logic. [Red
Scare, Communism]
244. The Eisenhower Interstate Highway System
A network of Interstate Highways. Eisenhower decided an easier means of
transport was needed throughout the U.S. This was heavily needed for the military
and evacuation purposes. The system was completed in 1992. Maximum speed
limits were put into effect. The route numbering system was also created for these
highways. Tolls pay for most of interstate highway upkeep. [Eisenhower, Cold
War ]
245. Civil Defense & Air Raid Drills
Civil defense is non-military preparation for wartime attacks. Civilians are trained
and organized to fight in times of need. During the Cold War, civil defense was
brought into highlight. The “Blue Book” was an instructional set of directions for
organizing civil defense during nuclear fallout. Air raid drills were a major part of
civil defense. Students had to duck and cover underneath of desks to try to avoid
nuclear blasts and debris. Public building had fallout shelters. [Cold War]
246. Backyard Fallout Shelters
Fallout shelters are enclosed spaces, typically underground, that protect people
from a nuclear explosion. During the Cold War many people feared nuclear
attacks. Backyards were a common place to find these shelters. [Cold War, ABomb, Nuclear War]
247. Development of the H Bomb
The Arms Race between the U.S. and the Soviet Union took place during the Cold
War. In order to get an edge on the Soviets, Truman tested the first hydrogen
bomb. In other words it was thermo-nuclear. The H Bomb was considered to be the
“Super bomb”, and ultimately let the U.S. win in the Arms Race. [Cold War, Harry
S. Truman, Atomic Bomb, Arms Race]
248. “Peaceful Co-existence”
Nikita Khrascher created the Soviet Union idea that communists and capitalists
could coincide peacefully. Many people of all nationalities felt that capitalism and
communism could never coincide, owing to their polarity. This theory was applied
during the Cold War to a certain degree. This theory mainly covered trade. Other
communist countries such as China were not as willing to adapt to this ideology.
[Communism, Capitalism, Soviet Union, Red Scare, Cold War]
249. “The Kitchen Debates,” Nixon/Khrushchev
A heated debate on communism and capitalism was discussed between Nixon and
Khrushchev (Soviet Union) on the set of a model kitchen in 1959. This kitchen was
part of the American National Exhibition in Moscow. The “kitchen debate” was
widespread in newspapers and even aired on television. In the Soviet Union only
parts of Nixon’s speech were translated leading to misconceptions. [Soviet Union,
President Nixon, Khrushchev]
250. Space Race
From 1955 to 1972 the Space Race took place. Cold War rivals the U.S. and the
U.S.S.R. began to battle with improvements in space. Satellites, probes, and
humans in outer space were some of the many feats accomplished during this time
period. The Soviet Union launched Sputnik, the first satellite. America won the
space race by placing the first human on the moon. This man was Neil Armstrong.
[Cold War]
251. The Peace Corps
A U.S. volunteer program. John F. Kennedy created the program in 1961 after
WWI. This non-profit organization was designed to make peace with world.
Volunteers spend time in underdeveloped countries and help them. This includes
teaching, medical attention, and bringing supplies. This featured as one of
Kennedy’s political campaigns aimed at students. [“Peaceful Coexistence, WWI,
John F. Kennedy, Cold War]
252. Cuban Missile Crisis
Also known as the October Crisis or The Missile Scare. The tension lasted thirteen
days in 1962 between the U.S. and the Soviet Union. During the Cold War,
Khrushchev had missiles placed on Cube aimed at the U.S. in retaliation to the
U.S. placing missiles in Turkey and Italy. During political negotiations the Soviets
attempted to get through U.S. blockades and shot down a U.S. plane. Eventually,
the Soviet Union agreed to dismantle the weapons and ship them back to the
U.S.S.R. The U.S. in return had to agree to never invade Cuba. This incident was
the closest to turning the Cold War into an actual nuclear war. [Cold War]
253. 25th Amendment
This amendment secures presidential succession. For instance, when the President
dies the Vice President assumes the presidential position. Prior to this amendment
the Constitution had no definitive answer to who gained the power after the VP.
However, death is not the only case the Vice President can take over. Resignation,
impeachment, and impairment can also allow the Vice President to take office.
Under this amendment the Vice President can also assume office for a limited
amount of time for the President if they are unable to perform their duties during a
certain time frame. The order of command goes as follows: 1) President 2) VicePresident 3)Speaker of the House 4) Senate Pro Temp 5) Cabinet members in the
order of the creation of their office [Bill of Rights, The Constitution,
Impeachment]
254. Pat Boone and Saddle Shoes
Pat Boone was a popular, American singer during the 50s. During this era, Boone
and other artists wore the ever so popular saddle shoes, a new trend. Along with
singing, Boone also acted in movies. With religion at heart, Boone refused certain
roles that may jeopardize his good faith. This includes the declination of a role
with Marilyn Monroe. This man fell only behind Elvis Presley on the charts and
billboards. Boone later went on to compose books of his own. Pat Boone was a
“goody two-shoes”, and complete opposite of Elvis Presley. [Marilyn Monroe,
Christianity, Elvis Presley]
255. Elvis Presley and “The Jungle Beat”
Also referred to as the “King of Rock ‘N Roll” or “The King.” Presley was born in
Mississippi but moved to Tennessee as a child. In 1954 the star began his career.
His style was seen as sexually provocative and some frowned upon his work. His
music was up tempo, risqué, and a modified version of country. Elvis was even
banned from some television viewings. In 1958 he was drafted into the military,
but upon completion of his duty he began recording again. Topping charts and
billboards, Presley was on a pedestal. His videos were even viewed in other
countries letting him be globally known. In 1977, Presley died of a drug overdose
in a bathroom.
256. Playboy & Marilyn Monroe
A pornographic magazine founded by Hugh Hefner in Chicago, 1953. The
magazine displays nude women, stories, and journalism. America’s first pin-up
girl, Marilyn Monroe, posed as the first centerfold in the very first edition. This
was one of the first examples of dehumanizing women into sex symbols and
loosened sexual mores. The logo of Playboy features a rabbits head with a bowtie
around the neck. In some countries, Playboy was banned. Today, Playboy is still a
well-known brand. This was a precursor to the “Free Love” movement in the
1960’s. [Cult of Domesticity, Flappers, Marilyn Monroe]
257. “Stand by Your Man”
A song written in 1968 by Tammy Wynette and Billy Sherrill and sung by
Wynette. The song topped the country charts for three weeks straight in 1968. The
song was intended to be about accepting your husband for his shortcomings.
However, feminists during the Feminist Movement women took it as a sexist
remark that men were better than women. In either effect, the song also topped
charts in Britain and the Netherlands. [Feminist Movement]
258. The Beat Generation
The Beat Generation was a collection of post WWII writers in the 1950s. These
writers tended to amplify the taboo such as drug usage, rejection of materialism,
and premarital sex. The Beat Generation did not follow along the guidelines of
conformity. Many of these people became known as “hippies” in the 1960’s..
[WWII]
259. Brown vs. Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas
The Supreme Court ruled that state laws that keep segregation in education were
unconstitutional in 1954. Parents, among them Mr. and Mrs. Brown, sued Kansas
for having separate schools for white and black children. After their children were
refused access to the closest public school and redirected toward schools for people
of color the suit was filed. The case had previously been ruled against Brown using
the basis of Plessy vs. Ferguson. However, Supreme Court review overturned the
ruling and ruled in favor of Brown. The case was argued by NAACP attorney
Thurgood Marshall.
260. Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott
After NAACP secretary Rose Parks was arrested for not giving up her seat to a
white man, a thirteen month boycott was formed. 90% of African Americans
refused to use the bus as a means of transportation. Martin Luther King Jr. helped
lead the mass boycott to gain attention. The bus companies could not afford to
keep losing the profit from African Americans. The city tried to stop taxis from
carrying boycotters, but carpool services were created. In the Supreme Court case
Browder vs. Gayle, segregated buses were seen as unconstitutional and African
American demands were finally met. [Segregation, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,
Civil Disobedience, Rosa Parks]
371. Japan, Inc.
An American nickname for Japan. In the 1980s, Americans in business noted how
closely Japan worked with its corporate world. Companies such as Toyota,
Panasonic, and Sony were the result. However, the close politics and economics
did lead to major corruption. [Gaffe]
372. The National Debt
National Debt is the amount of money the federal government owes extraneous
sources. This resulted in America from deficit spending, loans, and war since the
mid 1900’s. The U.S. national debt rises steadily each year. Debt reduction
occurred during the Clinton administration. Depressions can also dramatically raise
national debt due to the lack of money circulation. The U.S. is well known for
good faith and credit despite having trillions of dollars in debt. [The Great
Depression, The Stock Market Crash]
373. The Berlin Wall Comes Down
The Berlin was a barrier between East and West Germany. A part of the “Iron
Curtain” it was seen as an anti-communist barrier. In 1990 the wall was removed
by Berlin citizens for German reunification. People were not allowed to cross the
wall barrier or they could be shot and killed. Attempts at tunnels and other
defections were made but none successful enough to destroy the walls purpose.
Citizens demolished the wall in 1989. This was done by hand, with tools, and with
bulldozers on both sides. [Revolution. Iron Curtain]
374. Tiananmen Square Uprising and “Tank Man”
A large city square in China subject to a series of protests in 1989. These studentled protests of mourning were put down with military which led to The Tiananmen
Square Massacre. The military killed many of the student protestors and used
sheer, unnecessary force to put down the uprisings. Other students were arrested.
Foreign journalism was banned, and press was strictly watched after the incident.
The tank man stood in front of a militarized tank as it moved to put down the riots.
The tank did not run him over and his courage held off the force for an extended
period of time. [Police power, Uprising]
375. The Persian Gulf War
Also known as Desert Storm, this war took place from 1990 to 1991. The U.S.
organized and led other nations against Iraq. This was in response to the invasion
and annexation of Kuwait. President George H. W. Bush sent U.S. troops into
Saudi Arabia and urged other nations to do the same. The goal was to remove
soldiers from Iraq from Kuwait. CNN covered most of the war. Cease-fire terms
were eventually reached. [George H. W. Busch]
376. Hilary Clinton’s Health Care Reform Proposal
In 1993,Hilary Clinton proposed the idea of universal healthcare for all Americans
alongside her husband. This was seen as controversial. Clinton planned on
mandating employers to provide their workers with healthcare insurance.
Libertarians and conservatives opposed the idea. Democrats gave other options that
could be looked at. The bill died before it was ever voted on. [Bill Clinton, Hilary
Clinton, Healthcare, Conservatives, Libertarians, Barack Obama
377. The “Angry White Male” of the 1990’s
In the 1990’s various groups emerged who were composed of angry, white men.
Among these men are skinheads, new Nazis, and militias. Skinheads were given
their name for their bare or close cut shaven heads. Originating in England, it
depicted a rude boy. However, with the spread of the term to other countries it
became more left and right wing on a continuum. Skinheads often were against
people who were not white. New Nazis shared the same goal, bringing Hitler’s
philosophy beck into play. These angry, white men were violent and had hatred
toward many. [Nazis, Racism, Morals]
378. NAFTA
The North American Free Trade Agreement. Came into effect in 1994. This
Agreement is between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. NAFTA created the world’s
largest free trade area. However, many Americans felt threatened by free trade and
feel there is no protection to private or infant industries. Competition is seen to be
more intimidating. NAFTA became fully engaged over 15 years. [George W.
Bush, Bill Clinton, GATT]
379. GATT
Stands for Global Agreement on Tariffs and Trade. An agreement regulating
international trade. During a United Nations Conference the terms were negotiated.
This agreement was signed in 1947 and lasted until 1994.The World Trade
Organization replaced GATT in 1995.
380. Crime Bill of 1994
The largest crime bill in history. This law includes funding for prisons and
penitentiaries, and prevention programs. Also 100,000 new officers were to be put
on the force. Crimes were also defined better such as hate crimes, and sex crimes.
The sex offender registry was created for states. Nineteen semi-automatic firearms
were banned with this bill to reduce violence. Finally, 60 reasons for the death
penalty were established.
381. The Brady Act
Signed into law by Bill Clinton in 1994, this law created federal background
checks on those who request the purchase of a firearm. The dealer selling the gun
must also be licensed to do so. The FBI helps approve people the purchase of guns
with the firearm dealer. If someone does not pass the background check, they may
not be sold a firearm. This helped to limit people with checkered pasts access to
dangerous and lethal weapons. [Bill Clinton, Assassination Attempt of Bill
Clinton]
382. Impeachment of Bill Clinton
The House of Representatives impeached Bill Clinton in 1998. The President was
impeached on two charges. The first charge was obstruction of justice. The second
charge was perjury. In previous legal discreptencies, while under oath, Clinton
claimed not to have had sex with Monica Lewinsky. However, phone records
surfaced later detailing Clinton and Lewinsky having had oral sex. This was seen
as obstruction of justice and perjury. The President was ruled having lied while
under oath- an impeachable offense with a two-thirds vote. Clinton was acquitted
by the Senate on both counts. [Impeachment of Andrew Johnson]
383. Newt Gingrich’s “Contract with America”
During the 1994 Congressional election, “Contract with America” was a document
produced by the Republican Party. The writer of the document was Newt Gingrich.
The document noted what the Republican Party promised to do if they gained
majority in the House of Representatives again. All but two Republican members
signed the document which was presented six weeks before the election.
Republicans gained majority in the House and noted that the document was part of
the reasoning. [Bill Clinton, Election of 1994]
384. Advent of the Personal Computer
In 1977, microcomputers were introduced to the world. This allowed interactive
individual use instead of using a mainframe. Mainly technicians bought these
personal computers. Over time the prices of computers became more affordable
and they began to appear in the home. Companies like Dell and Intel boomed
making computers more manageable by making them smaller and giving them
higher qualities. People were now connected to the entire world and new
information. Today, laptops are seen as individual computers. Windows was
created in 1995. [Micro soft, Bill Gates, Technological Revolution]
385. Technological Revolution
In the 1980’s technology reached another peak. With the invention of the personal
computer, memory devices and microprocessors could be used.
Telecommunication was effected by sending information quickly through them.
Voice, data, image, and message could all be used for communication purposes.
The U.S. was revolutionized in technology. Reformation of the welfare system,
balancing the federal budget, and the Tax Payer Relief Act were just a few results
of the Republican Party having majority.[Advent of the Personal Computer,
Industrial Revolution]
386. Bill Gates and Micro Soft
A multinational company founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and his childhood friend.
The company deals with licenses, personal computers, computer software,
operating systems, and services. This company dominated the personal computer
operating business market turning the founders into billionaires. Modernly, Micro
soft has expanded as far as video games such as the popular X-box. [Technological
Revolution, Advent of the Personal Computer, Apple]
387. Steve Jobs and Apple
An American multinational company founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs. The
corporation was started to merely sell personal computers. In the first five years the
growth rate of the company was 700%. By moving into projects like the
Macintosh, Apple flourished. Today, apple has branches from iPods to iPads to
iPhones. It’s one of the leading multinational companies in the world. [Macintosh,
Technological Revolution, Advent of Personal Computers]
388. Larry Page, Sergey Brin, and Google
Founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin in 1998. The CEO of the company is
Larry Page. Google is a multinational company that deals with internet services
and products. Google ranges from search engines to web browsers, and even
calling abilities. Google also owns sites such as YouTube and Blogger. Modernly ,
it is the top search engine in the world. [Advent of the Personal Computer, Apple,
Microsoft]