Thursday, August 25, 2011

Vincent Van Gogh Task 1

1. Who was Vincent Van Gogh? Be specific.
-Vincet van Gogh, is a man with a good art work an  highly emotional but with a lacked of self-confidence towards him self. Son of a pastor within brought him in a religigios and cultured atmosphere.

2. Why was he so famous?
-Van Gogh's unique life has inspired millions of people to become active in art.

3. What was happening in the United States during the time period?
-[In 1854]Republican Paty formed under John Fremont in Ripon, WI, 28 February.
-The  Civil War begins at fort sumter, Charleston SC, April 12.
-In 1863 the Emancipation Prclamation; declares all slave's free, January 1st..

4. What was happening in your community during that time period? Did your community exist?
-The "Old Spanish" lighthouse on Point Loma is illuminated for the frist 15 minutes in November 15,1855.
-October 2,1858, San Diego is hit with a 75mph category 1 hurricane, the biggest on record, causing some homes to callapse and boats to wash ashore but no death!
-In Apirl 8,1869 Frist post office is established in New San Diego, Dr.Jacob Allen is appointed postmaster.

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