Mary Seacole

By Elliot

Hello there I am Mary Seacole. Thank you all for contributing to my fundraiser it really helps me. I recognize many faces here. Many of you I helped to nurse in the Crimea. It is very nice of you to attend this. It is just a little storytelling. My first story is about when some hotel patrons tried to compliment me by saying I would be perfect if I just bleached my skin. The truth is I always considered myself special for my lighter black skin tone. "So, I told those hotel patrons exactly what they could do with their bleach." If you didn’t get it from that hint I told them... to drink their bleach. Now let's get on with it!

I was born in 1805, in Kingston, Jamaica. I am the daughter of a free black Jamaican and a Scottish solider. I have two siblings Louisa and Edward. My mom owned the Blundell Hall Hotel. I often helped my mom and played doctor on my doll. I also traced one route on an old map in my bed room from my home in Jamaica to my dream of London. After my childhood I married my husband Edwin Seacole. We had a general store for a while but, then came back to Blundell Hall. "Then a fire raged through Jamaica and destroyed Blundell Hall. Before I could even get on my feet my mother died soon followed by my husband." I was devastated but, I got up on my feet and kept going. Then I opened my own hotel, the British hotel.

Then there was the Crimean war. I decided to go as a nurse, so I asked the army upfront. They said that I should apply to "Florence Nightingale's organized expedition of nurses". I "skipped the formality of mailing a letter and went to the organizers. My interview there was stiff and unwelcoming. They said that they already had enough nurses and left me with the impression that if there was an open spot I wouldn't have been picked. Was it the color of my skin?" I decided that if the army wouldn’t send me and the nurses wouldn’t either than I would send myself! So, there I was, in the Crimea. Nursing the sick and wounded soldiers. They began to call me mother Seacole and they were like my sons. Soon after that I went bankrupt but, in the late years of my life you all started a fund for me and I could do nothing but, smile.

Soon after she died from a stroke in London. On May 14, 1881. Ms. Seacole is a role-model for me. I would never be a nurse but, I look up to her because she spent her whole life fighting racism and sexism. I also admire that she would treat anyone who came to her. "I wish I could say history took as good care of her as her sons did" but, that’s not true. "She was a black woman in an age that looked down on both of those qualities. She would have been a role-model a self-sustaining woman but, soon after her death she was forgotten but, sometimes we can look back on the parts of history we have forgotten and the soldiers that she nursed in the Crimea will never forget her. Thank you mother Seacole! We will never forget you!"

My sources are:

“Mary Seacole.” Biography.com, A&E Networks Television, 2 Apr. 2014, www.biography.com/people/mary-seacole-39430.,

“Mary Seacole Biography.” Encyclopedia of World Biography, www.notablebiographies.com/supp/Supplement-Mi-So/Seacole-Mary.html.,

Britannica, The Editors of Encyclopaedia. “Mary Seacole.” Encyclopædia Britannica, Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc., 15 Nov. 2017, www.britannica.com/biography/Mary-Seacole.,

“Mary Seacole Facts for Kids.” National Geographic Kids, 26 Apr. 2018, www.natgeokids.com/uk/discover/history/general-history/mary-seacole/.

“Mary Jane Seacole Biography.” Mary Seacole Biography - Famous Nurse, nursing-theory.org/famous-nurses/Mary-Jane-Seacole.php.

ExtraCreditz. “Mary Seacole - I: A Bold Front to Fortune - Extra History.” YouTube, YouTube, 9 Jan. 2016, www.youtube.com/watch?v=xT9BTuBtCJs.

Presentation Notes:__________________________________________

"Oh! Hello! It's very nice to see you all here. I just got back from the hospital tent. It's very hard work here in the Crimea, so *sigh*...so many of my sons, wounded. Anyway, it’s a pleasure to meet you. You may ask questions just keep it snappy I'm a very busy lady. "

Abraham Lincoln

By: Lincoln

 Abe Lincoln is a very interesting man he believed that every person should be treated the same. You might be thinking what that’s not different but that was very rare back then. Some people did not like slavery. but they still did not think of slaves as equal's. that was one of the reasons for the civil war for example one of his general's. made a mistake which might of have coast the entire war. Instead of writing a mean note. he wrote a nice note to him saying how he knew that the general was under a lot of pressure and Abe also said that he couldn't have done any better in his position. and That is just one of the many great things Abe Lincoln did.

When Abe was a kid he was very smart. He lived in a log cabin when he was growing up his mother died when Abe was young from milk poisoning. Even as a child Abe knew that slavery was wrong. Later, on Abe became a lawyer then mayor then president of the united states. Abe being elected for president caused the south to succeed from the union. Abe was the first republican president ever. He was probably the best president in the U.S.

The reason the clival war started is because Abe Lincoln said that the south succeeding was illegal that's and started the civil war. Later, on Lincoln changed the cause of the war to stop slavery. The war lasted 4 years. The war was very bloody.

Abe Lincoln had a wife and three children only the oldest survived. when he was killed he when watching a play when he was shot and killed. He sadly was killed right before the war ended. He was killed by a man named John Both. He lived a good life, but he could have lived longer.

Abe Lincoln was truly a great man. Not only did he stop slavery. but he was just nice to everyone He had lots of respect and bravery. I think that he was the best president ever. He has lots of good attributes I could go on and on about him.

Sources:

“Abraham Lincoln.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 29 Apr. 2018, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abraham_Lincoln.

“World Book Online Reference Center | Online Reference Book| Online Encyclopedia.” World Book, worldbookonline.com/wb/products?ed=all&gr=Welcome%2BHelena%2BSchool%2BDistrict%2B1

Biography.com, www.biography.com/.

Presentation Notes: _________________________________
"Thank you for coming today there is a lot of interesting people here today wouldn't you say. I hear this place is five stars. I have just gotten back from Gettysburg I gave a wonderful speech that I hope inspires all. I'm looking forward to tonight I'm going to a play I hope you have a nice day oh hey I know that guy/girl (and walk away)."

Charles Drew

Father of the Blood Bank

By:Verl

Charles Drew was a person that helped make blood banks during World War 2 he was also a scientist and doctor.

Education and Sports: He lived at a place called Foggy Bottom with his two younger sisters and a younger brother. His father worked in the carpet industry where he earned a nice middle class living. In school his favorite subject was sports. He was a standout athlete in school. The sports he played was baseball, basketball, and football. Track and field were something else that he did in school.Amherst college is where he received a scholarship to play sports. He attended McGill University for medical school.

Born and Died: He was born in Washington DC. He lived to 45 years old. Died: He died on April 1, 1950 he suffered from internal injuries in a car accident. He completely changed over the years he saved millions of lives during World War 2.

Biography: alright some of the stuff above will be listed in this bio alright here it goes. Charles Drew was an African American doctor and scientist in the 1900's. His work on blood storage and blood banks helped save thousands of lives during World War 2. Researching Blood: As a doctor and a researcher, Charles' main passion was blood transfusions. At the time, medical science did not have a good way of preserving blood. Blood needed to be fresh, and this made it very difficult to find the right blood type when a transfusion was needed. World War 2: When World War 2 began, the United States needed a way to mass produce blood plasma in order to save the lives of wounded troops. Blood plasma is a clear yellow liquid containing various proteins and electrolytes. It can be used as a blood substitute to help replace fluids and treat shock. Drew with Scudder at E. H. L Corwin to plan the organizational process of safely collecting, processing and storing blood plasma to be sent to Great Britain. Charles worked with the British on the "Blood for Britain" program to help them develop a blood bank for the war. He then helped to develop the blood bank for the American Red Cross. Charles died from internal injuries from a car accident.

Occupation: Doctor and Scientist

Born: June 3, 1904 in Washington, D.C.

Died: April 1, 1950 Burlington, North Carolina

Best known for: Research into the storage of blood and large-scale blood banks

Sources:Ducksters, wiki, and www.http/CharlesDrew.com

William Wallace

The Warrior of the Saltire

By Jak

Cheerio pippins! This story is about the guardian of Scotland from the Scottish revolution. Do you know his story? No? Well, here it is... First, his sad family life. When he and his brother Malcom the 2nd were wee lads his dad, Malcom the 1st, was killed in a skirmish with the English. His dad died in battle near Eloudoun hill. What happened to his dad fueled his anger at the English and England’s King Edward .

Later in 1297, William Wallace committed his first act of rebellion by gathering an army of over 30 people to burn a town called Lanark governed by the English. During the rebellion he killed William Haselrig, the towns high sheriff, appointed by England. Then, as the Scottish Revolution started, he lead an army on a bridge called Stirling Bridge in Scotland. This battle happened on September 11 , 1297 . A battle the Scotsman won . After this event he was knighted “Guardian of Scotland” and leader of all of it's armies by King John Balliol of Scotland. After many years of war passed he gave his famous speech including the line; “you may take our lives but you will never take our freedom”.

In the year 1298, came the final battle; the Battle of Falkirk. William was a commander and a strategist in that battle. Taking place on the 22nd of July , about 2,000 Scotts were killed. After this battle he abdicated from being guardian of Scotland and passed it on to Robert the Bruce. In 1305 he was executed by Englishmen. Several centuries later a monument was put in place for him holding his sword.

William Wallace had a rough life but he fought back bravely and he died for his country. He is truly “The Warrior of the Saltire” guardian of Scotland and leader of all of its army's.

Sources: encylopedia.com britanica.com bio.com

Presentation Notes:____________________________
"pip pip cheerio i am guardian of Scotland I am remotely happy to see you . thanks for supporting us. any questions ''in scottish accent''😒 also with grumpy face"

Jim Thorpe

By Ella

Back when I was a little boy I went from boarding school to boarding school, and it gave me so much potential to keep continuing sports. If anyone told me to stop, I would just ignore them and keep trying.

In my early life, I had a twin brother named Charlie. When we were 9, the flu was going around and it took him with it. After Charlie died, I would just lay in my room and never come out. Everyone told me it was okay, and to come out, so I did, and that's what lead me to the Olympics.

In the Olympics, I did the 200 meter dash, 1,500 meter run, high jump, and long jump. I was very excited, because I was the first Native American to get a gold medal. Funny story, one year, right before I was supposed to run, my shoes got stolen. So, I went to the dumpster and I got 2 different sized shoes, then ran and I got 2 gold medals.

After the Olympics, I married three times and had eight children. First Imarried Iva Miller, we had 4 children, Gail, James F., Charlotte, and Frances. Second, I married Freeda Verona Kirkpatrick we also had 4 children, Phillip, William, Richard and John. Lastly, I married Patricia Gladys Askew, and we had no children. It was a real struggle working for non-athletic jobs. We were broke.

Throughout my many years of life, I learned to never give up and keep reaching for my dreams. Thank you.

My sources are:
, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Thorpe
my mom
Jim Thorpe : original All-American Joseph Bruchac.

Presentation Notes:_____________________

"Oh, Hello there! You may know me, but if you don't,you'll have to find out later! I played football and track and field in the Olympics. Well, I have to go, see you later!"

Vinny Pazeinza

Pazmanian Devil
By Willy

Who is your favorite boxer. my favorite is the best boxer Vinny Paz. He is also not like any other boxer he overcame the worst thing ever. So, let's get started.

My name is Vinny Pazeina but you can call me paz What's my culture? Vinny is all most full Italian, So Is family. His religion is Roman Catholic, they eat a traditional dinner, an Italian meal. Now let's talk about Roger Maywheather. So do you know of Floyd Maywhether? Well that's Roger's son. Vinny fought his dad which is Roger Maywhether. Sadly Vinny did lose. After that he gained 20 pounds. He went in to heavy wait division. he did not want a rematch with Roger and a couple weeks later he won a match!

A couple of days later me and my friend tested my new car. All the sudden, BAM! my friend was fine but I broke my neck so bad the doctor said I could not be positive I could walk. My fear was it was having to give up. About 3 months after getting surgery I started training in my basement almost like a little gym. A few months later I got my brace off with no pain killer. After that I got a fight with one of the bests ever (drum roll) Roberto Durán . The first couple of rounds it looked like I was six feet under but somehow I made a comeback, I put my opponent in the corner, knocked him out and won the fight!!! I hope this story inspired you to NEVER EVER GIVE UP!

 Source: New York times, wiki, famous birthdays.

Presentation Notes:_________________

"Yoh, I'm so, so glad to be almost did not make because I just came back from surgery here so let's get stated. So I New Yorker. Also of speaking of that I had surgery you're propyl wondering what happened so how it started is me and my boy were testing out my new car and my bud look at me and BAM!!!!!! my buddy was fine but me I broke my neck but the doctor said I could not walk again. But here am. And I fight a heavy wait champion of the world in 1 month."

Jane Goodall

By: Francesca

Hi I am doctor Jane Goodall and no I am not I am actually a doctor I am a paleontologist and a zoologist, and I was also a waters and a lot of other things and sadly I worked in the city for all of these jobs .I would rather be out exploring, riding in old beech. Old beech is the beech tree that when I was younger I would spend a riley long time on every day. But I must work in a building all day. But it all changed when an old school friend that bout a frame in Kenya Africa and she asked me to come and visit and I automatically answered YES! But I sadly I bid not have enough and that is when I became a waters so I could make enough money to go to Africa. I got on a ship that was heeding to Africa It took 45 days. The first animal I saw was a draft and there someone seed you should work for louis leaky and so that you can stay in Africa. So, I went to him and asked for a job, so I could stay in Africa and I got a job as a paleontologist and when louis leaky sew that I was so in love with animals he asked is I wanted to study the wild chimpanzees and I seed I would love to. So, I studded about the chimps before going to the forest and study them.

Well that Is only a little part of my story lets got and learn about my early life. When I was 2 my dad gave me a stuffed chimpanzee that was made in owner of the first baby chimpanzee that was born in the London zoo (I livid in London). When I was 4 on my birthday my little sister was born best birthday present ever! When I was 12 world war 2 started and we moved to the USA and I started the alligator club with my sister, friend, and my to cousin's. We did nature tours and rough down what we saw or at least I did.

That is the begging of my life and now I am going to tell you about when I was in Africa. I went there to Gombe my mom went with me. we did not see any chimps at first and when we thought that all hope was lost we saw 2 chimps but they ran away then the next weak we saw a hole group of them and I slowly got closer to them .a month later when I got back to camp my mom told me that a chimp at the bananas. So, the next day I stayed at the camp and he came again. Thay got a lot more used to me. I saw a chimp putting a piece of grass into a termite mound and ate the termites that were on the peace of grass. A few weake after that happened I saw a couple of chimps eating a pig!

I have told you about the life I have lived through and now I am going to tell you about my life right now I am going to tell you about my live now. I was married 2 times first marriage was Dutch Nobman the second mirage was Derek Bryceson. I had a son with Dutch Nobman his name was Hugo. And now I run a program that is called "roots and shouts."

Well I should tell you why I chose this research project. Well I chose Jane Goodall decease well when I was in Mrs. Tages class I saw this amazing lady and I was amazed by all of the things she has she accomplished in her life so I did this research project on this lady So don't you think that I should rap up now .I Reilly enjoyed doing this research it thought me a lot and I am looking forward to next year if you enjoyed this you should look into it more.

Theas are my sources: Amazon. “Who on Earth Is Jane Goodall?: Champion for the Chimpanzees (Scientists Saving the Earth) Library Binding – September 1, 2009.” Who on Earth Is Jane Goodall?: Champion for the Chimpanzees (Scientists Saving the Earth): Victoria Guidi: 9781598451191: Amazon.com: Books, www.amazon.com/Who-Earth-Jane-Goodall-Chimpanzees/dp/1598451197., www.bing.com/cr?

Presentation Notes:______________________________________________________

"Hi, Louis Leakey, told me to stop in on my way to Africa and to see if I am famous wet because he asked the natal geographic to talk about me so if you have time I would like to see is you can guess how I am and yes you can ask questions."