Primary Sources:
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Gandhi "Nonviolent Resistance" Speech." Gandhi "Nonviolent Resistance" Speech. 11 Sept. 1906. Web. 21 Dec. 2014. <http://vgrossen.tripod.com/americareads/id10.html>.
This speech helped me understand what Gandhi truly wanted and how he would achieve it. It showed me his leadership and his visions of a greater nation without bloodshed.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Gandhi's Views On Nonviolence - Nonviolence." Gandhi's Views On Nonviolence - Nonviolence. Web. 21 Dec. 2014. <http://www.gandhi-manibhavan.org/gandhiphilosophy/philosophy_nonviolence_nonviolence.htm>.
This helped me understand many of Gandhi's views throughout the years of his life and the his steps and leadership into making it happen.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Kashmir Issues." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 4 Jan. 1948. Web. 21 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/kashmir_issue.htm>.
This shows me Gandhi's great leadership. This shows me how calm he was at time of the brink of war. His great leadership calmed and reassured his followers and kept them on the track of their true goal.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Round Table Conference." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 30 Nov. 1931. Web. 23 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/rtconf.htm>.
This speech helped me understand the struggles he faced and his attempt to gather his followers and unite them to fight the injustices his people faced.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Quit India." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 8 Aug. 1942. Web. 23 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/qui.htm>.
This helped me understand Gandhi's political views and the needs of the people. It also showed me his knowledge as a leader because although the people were fighting for Independence, he knew that both sides (even his side) were at fault.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Eve of the Last Fast." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 12 Jan. 1948. Web. 22 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/evelast.htm>.
This speech showed me his determination as a leader. This showed me he would do anything to gain equality and even use himself as an example of what type of determination people should have. It showed me that he would fast no matter how long it took until the people were united once again.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Reception In Madras." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 21 Apr. 1915. Web. 24 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/madras.htm>.
This speech shows me Gandhi's humbleness as a leader. He showed that although people looked up to him, he still another mortal and showed the people what they truly need to focus on and the reason for their cause.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Eve of Dandi March." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 11 Mar. 1930. Web. 24 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/dandi_march.htm>.
This showed me Gandhi's great determination and acceptance. This showed me his leadership could not be rivaled. He was able to gather many people to march for one cause although it might mean that it was the last time he would speak to his followers. He was willing to do anything for the greater good.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "The "Quit India Speeches." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/qui.htm>
In this source, The Indian National Congress demanded an immediate end to British rule. He made the "Do or Die". Either they would try to end British rule or die trying. They fought for what they believed in. Gandhi's words have made me realize to take things seriously in life and fight for what you believe.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Banaras Hindu University." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 4 Feb. 1916. Web. 22 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/bhu.htm>.
This showed me Gandhi's resilience as a leader. He told the people how to act. He showed that they should accept the punishment that is given to them but that they should not fight back.
Unknown. "Famous Personalities Influenced by Gandhi - Hindustan Times." Web.22 Dec.2015. <http://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/famous-personalities-influenced-by-gandhi/article1-451822.aspx>.
This article helped me understand the true effect that Gandhi had and the legacy he left. This helped me understand that from great scientists to great activist, Gandhi was their major inspiration and because of Gandhi's inspiration, they did great things.
Secondary Sources:
Crutchfield, Missy. "His Life Changed the World … How Will We Continue His Legacy in Our Lives?" Gandhi for Children. 8 Oct. 2013. Web. 27 Dec. 2014. <http://www.gandhiforchildren.org/gandhi-changed-the-world>.
This helped me understand the importance of Gandhi to certain people years after he was gone. It also taught me that his legacy lived on with Martin Luther King Jr. who was inspired by Gandhi's freedom movements around the world.
Jack, Homer."Mahatma - A Biographical Site for Mahatma Gandhi the Father of India - Www.Mahatma.com." Mahatma - A Biographical Site for Mahatma Gandhi the Father of India - Www.Mahatma.com. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. . <http://www.mahatma.com/php/showContent.php?linkid=7>
The source showed me all of the events that happened in his life. Gandhi's life was very eventful.
Moradian, Manijeh, and David Whitehouse. "ISR Issue 14 | Gandhi and the Politics of Nonviolence." ISR Issue 14 | Gandhi and the Politics of Nonviolence. Web. 27 Dec. 2014. <http://isreview.org/issues/14/Gandhi.shtml>.
This helped me understand the reason Gandhi's legacy lived on because the struggle for freedom was hard and an unequal society still lives today. It was Gandhi's idea for a nonviolent movement but the mass that had gathered for the movement usually led to physical confrontation against the British so it was hard to use nonviolence.
Nikolov, Cris. "How Did Mahatma Gandhi Change The World? | MotivationGrid." MotivationGrid. November 15, 2013. Accessed December 17, 2014. <http://motivationgrid.com/mahatma-gandhi-people-changed-the-world/>.
This showed me the way Gandhi acted and his attitude to his goals which led me to see how great of a leader he was. This helped me understand that Gandhi's work led India to become free from British rule, independent, and the biggest democracy in the world.
Pal, Amitabh. "60 Years after Death, Gandhi Is Making World a Better Place | The Progressive." 60 Years after Death, Gandhi Is Making World a Better Place | The Progressive. January 22, 2008. Accessed December 28, 2014. <http://www.progressive.org/news/2008/01/5982/60-years-after-death-gandhi-making-world-better-place>.
This helped me gain a greater understanding of Gandhi's influence thought the world years after Gandhi's death. He influenced civil right movements for African Americans and even Cesar Chavez advocacy for Latino farmers. Others were the Dalai Lama, Nelson Mandela, and many more.
Russell, Talon. "The Three Social Issues At The Time Of Gandhi." - Research Paper. 17 May 2012. Web. 28 Dec. 2014. <http://www.allfreepapers.com/Religion/Three-Social-Issues-Gandhi/18654.html>.
This research helped me understand the major struggles that Gandhi faced at that time. It also helped me understand his influence as an activist because his ideas spread throughout the countries.
Subramanian, Samanth. "When a Fast Fails: Lessons From Gandhi." Picture. 30 Dec. 2011. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. . <http://india.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/12/30/when-a-fast-fails-lessons-from-gandhi/?_r=0>
This source showed me Mahatma Gandhi during his fast.
Unknown."GANDHI Resist Not Evil." GANDHI. Peace Pledge Union. Web. 27 Dec. 2014. <http://www.ppu.org.uk/learn/infodocs/people/ pst_gandhi.htmll>.
This article shows me Gandhi's dedication because he spent his whole life advocating and fighting for equal rights for different people but he always went with the path of nonviolence. He spent years to gain equality for others.
Unknown."Others on Gandhi." Others on Gandhi. Web. 27 Dec. 2014. <http://www.gandhiserve.org/information/others>.
This helped me understand how the many influential leaders that Gandhi inspired was taught that nonviolence can still bring about peace. This shows me the leaders that changed the world who learned from Gandhi.
Unknown."Somatmika." : Speech on Gandhi Jayanti. Picture. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. . <http://somatmika.blogspot.com/2008/10/speech-on-gandhi-jayanti.html>
The picture of Gandhi giving a speech showed me how much people listen to his words. Many people would show up just to hear his influential words.
Unknown."Mahatma Gandhi Biography." Bio.com. A&E Networks Television. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. .<http://www.biography.com/people/mahatma-gandhi-9305898>
This source gave me an overview of who Mahatma Gandhi was and his importance in gaining independence for the Indians. He was the primary leader of India's independence movement.
Unknown."MOHANDAS GANDHI Timeline." SparkNotes. SparkNotes. Web. 2 Jan. 2015.<http://www.sparknotes.com/biography/gandhi/timeline.html>
This source helped me understand when certain events occurred in Gandhi's life.
Unknown."Gandhiji Shot Dead - The Hindu (January 31, 1948)." The Hindu. 29 Jan. 2013. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. <http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/gandhiji-shot-dead-the-hindu-january-31-1948/article4358055.ece>
This source helped me understand more about Gandhi's death. He was assassinated by Nathuram Vinayak Godse who was 36 at the time. His assassin was taken by the police after being found slightly injured.
Unknown. "Mahatma Gandhi's Speech at Asian Relations Conference 1947." Picture. 31 Mar. 1947. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. <http://www.tibetsun.com/news/1947/04/01/mahatma-gandhis-speech-at-asian-relations-conference-1947>
This source showed me Gandhi during his speech at the Asians Relations Conference.
Unknown. "Mahatma Gandhi Short Biography." YouTube. YouTube. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=noyMtW_FKSg>
This source gave me a general background of who Mahatma Gandhi was.
Unknown."Mohandas K. Gandhi: The Indian Leader at Home and Abroad." Web. 2 Jan. 2015. . <http://www.nytimes.com/learning/general/onthisday/bday/1002.html>
This source showed how Gandhi was a leader. He was considered the father of the nation. He wasn't just a leader in India, he was a leader abroad too. When he died the prime minister along with others were greatly saddened.
Walker, Charles C. "Gandhi - His Relevance For Our Times : Complete Book Online." Gandhi - His Relevance For Our Times : Complete Book Online. Accessed December 27, 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/g_relevance/chap16.htm>.
This helped me understand Gandhi's true impact on America in these times. From him we gained discipline, respect, and how to take action.
Whipps, Heather. "How Gandhi Changed the World." LiveScience.com. 8 Sept. 2008. Web. 29 Dec. 2014. <http://www.livescience.com/2851-gandhi-changed-world.html>.
This helped me understand Gandhi's impact from his great work and helped me understand the people's feeling knowing that one man could take an empire. Also that Gandhi impacted other great leaders like Tibets Dalai Lama and Martin Luther King Jr. who definitely exercised Gandhi's methods. This showed me his efforts to gain equal rights like boycotting British goods.
Zachariah, Benjamin. "Gandhi, Non-Violence and Indian Independence." Gandhi, Non-Violence and Indian Independence. Web. 29 Dec. 2014. <http://www.historytoday.com/benjamin-zachariah/gandhi-non-violence-and-indian-independence>.
The article helped me understand Gandhi's rise to power because of his great leadership ability and skills.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Gandhi "Nonviolent Resistance" Speech." Gandhi "Nonviolent Resistance" Speech. 11 Sept. 1906. Web. 21 Dec. 2014. <http://vgrossen.tripod.com/americareads/id10.html>.
This speech helped me understand what Gandhi truly wanted and how he would achieve it. It showed me his leadership and his visions of a greater nation without bloodshed.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Gandhi's Views On Nonviolence - Nonviolence." Gandhi's Views On Nonviolence - Nonviolence. Web. 21 Dec. 2014. <http://www.gandhi-manibhavan.org/gandhiphilosophy/philosophy_nonviolence_nonviolence.htm>.
This helped me understand many of Gandhi's views throughout the years of his life and the his steps and leadership into making it happen.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Kashmir Issues." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 4 Jan. 1948. Web. 21 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/kashmir_issue.htm>.
This shows me Gandhi's great leadership. This shows me how calm he was at time of the brink of war. His great leadership calmed and reassured his followers and kept them on the track of their true goal.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Round Table Conference." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 30 Nov. 1931. Web. 23 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/rtconf.htm>.
This speech helped me understand the struggles he faced and his attempt to gather his followers and unite them to fight the injustices his people faced.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Quit India." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 8 Aug. 1942. Web. 23 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/qui.htm>.
This helped me understand Gandhi's political views and the needs of the people. It also showed me his knowledge as a leader because although the people were fighting for Independence, he knew that both sides (even his side) were at fault.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Eve of the Last Fast." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 12 Jan. 1948. Web. 22 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/evelast.htm>.
This speech showed me his determination as a leader. This showed me he would do anything to gain equality and even use himself as an example of what type of determination people should have. It showed me that he would fast no matter how long it took until the people were united once again.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Reception In Madras." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 21 Apr. 1915. Web. 24 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/madras.htm>.
This speech shows me Gandhi's humbleness as a leader. He showed that although people looked up to him, he still another mortal and showed the people what they truly need to focus on and the reason for their cause.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Eve of Dandi March." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 11 Mar. 1930. Web. 24 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/dandi_march.htm>.
This showed me Gandhi's great determination and acceptance. This showed me his leadership could not be rivaled. He was able to gather many people to march for one cause although it might mean that it was the last time he would speak to his followers. He was willing to do anything for the greater good.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "The "Quit India Speeches." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/qui.htm>
In this source, The Indian National Congress demanded an immediate end to British rule. He made the "Do or Die". Either they would try to end British rule or die trying. They fought for what they believed in. Gandhi's words have made me realize to take things seriously in life and fight for what you believe.
Gandhi, Mahatma. "Banaras Hindu University." Famous Speeches by Mahatma Gandhi. 4 Feb. 1916. Web. 22 Dec. 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/speeches/bhu.htm>.
This showed me Gandhi's resilience as a leader. He told the people how to act. He showed that they should accept the punishment that is given to them but that they should not fight back.
Unknown. "Famous Personalities Influenced by Gandhi - Hindustan Times." Web.22 Dec.2015. <http://www.hindustantimes.com/world-news/famous-personalities-influenced-by-gandhi/article1-451822.aspx>.
This article helped me understand the true effect that Gandhi had and the legacy he left. This helped me understand that from great scientists to great activist, Gandhi was their major inspiration and because of Gandhi's inspiration, they did great things.
Secondary Sources:
Crutchfield, Missy. "His Life Changed the World … How Will We Continue His Legacy in Our Lives?" Gandhi for Children. 8 Oct. 2013. Web. 27 Dec. 2014. <http://www.gandhiforchildren.org/gandhi-changed-the-world>.
This helped me understand the importance of Gandhi to certain people years after he was gone. It also taught me that his legacy lived on with Martin Luther King Jr. who was inspired by Gandhi's freedom movements around the world.
Jack, Homer."Mahatma - A Biographical Site for Mahatma Gandhi the Father of India - Www.Mahatma.com." Mahatma - A Biographical Site for Mahatma Gandhi the Father of India - Www.Mahatma.com. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. . <http://www.mahatma.com/php/showContent.php?linkid=7>
The source showed me all of the events that happened in his life. Gandhi's life was very eventful.
Moradian, Manijeh, and David Whitehouse. "ISR Issue 14 | Gandhi and the Politics of Nonviolence." ISR Issue 14 | Gandhi and the Politics of Nonviolence. Web. 27 Dec. 2014. <http://isreview.org/issues/14/Gandhi.shtml>.
This helped me understand the reason Gandhi's legacy lived on because the struggle for freedom was hard and an unequal society still lives today. It was Gandhi's idea for a nonviolent movement but the mass that had gathered for the movement usually led to physical confrontation against the British so it was hard to use nonviolence.
Nikolov, Cris. "How Did Mahatma Gandhi Change The World? | MotivationGrid." MotivationGrid. November 15, 2013. Accessed December 17, 2014. <http://motivationgrid.com/mahatma-gandhi-people-changed-the-world/>.
This showed me the way Gandhi acted and his attitude to his goals which led me to see how great of a leader he was. This helped me understand that Gandhi's work led India to become free from British rule, independent, and the biggest democracy in the world.
Pal, Amitabh. "60 Years after Death, Gandhi Is Making World a Better Place | The Progressive." 60 Years after Death, Gandhi Is Making World a Better Place | The Progressive. January 22, 2008. Accessed December 28, 2014. <http://www.progressive.org/news/2008/01/5982/60-years-after-death-gandhi-making-world-better-place>.
This helped me gain a greater understanding of Gandhi's influence thought the world years after Gandhi's death. He influenced civil right movements for African Americans and even Cesar Chavez advocacy for Latino farmers. Others were the Dalai Lama, Nelson Mandela, and many more.
Russell, Talon. "The Three Social Issues At The Time Of Gandhi." - Research Paper. 17 May 2012. Web. 28 Dec. 2014. <http://www.allfreepapers.com/Religion/Three-Social-Issues-Gandhi/18654.html>.
This research helped me understand the major struggles that Gandhi faced at that time. It also helped me understand his influence as an activist because his ideas spread throughout the countries.
Subramanian, Samanth. "When a Fast Fails: Lessons From Gandhi." Picture. 30 Dec. 2011. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. . <http://india.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/12/30/when-a-fast-fails-lessons-from-gandhi/?_r=0>
This source showed me Mahatma Gandhi during his fast.
Unknown."GANDHI Resist Not Evil." GANDHI. Peace Pledge Union. Web. 27 Dec. 2014. <http://www.ppu.org.uk/learn/infodocs/people/ pst_gandhi.htmll>.
This article shows me Gandhi's dedication because he spent his whole life advocating and fighting for equal rights for different people but he always went with the path of nonviolence. He spent years to gain equality for others.
Unknown."Others on Gandhi." Others on Gandhi. Web. 27 Dec. 2014. <http://www.gandhiserve.org/information/others>.
This helped me understand how the many influential leaders that Gandhi inspired was taught that nonviolence can still bring about peace. This shows me the leaders that changed the world who learned from Gandhi.
Unknown."Somatmika." : Speech on Gandhi Jayanti. Picture. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. . <http://somatmika.blogspot.com/2008/10/speech-on-gandhi-jayanti.html>
The picture of Gandhi giving a speech showed me how much people listen to his words. Many people would show up just to hear his influential words.
Unknown."Mahatma Gandhi Biography." Bio.com. A&E Networks Television. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. .<http://www.biography.com/people/mahatma-gandhi-9305898>
This source gave me an overview of who Mahatma Gandhi was and his importance in gaining independence for the Indians. He was the primary leader of India's independence movement.
Unknown."MOHANDAS GANDHI Timeline." SparkNotes. SparkNotes. Web. 2 Jan. 2015.<http://www.sparknotes.com/biography/gandhi/timeline.html>
This source helped me understand when certain events occurred in Gandhi's life.
Unknown."Gandhiji Shot Dead - The Hindu (January 31, 1948)." The Hindu. 29 Jan. 2013. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. <http://www.thehindu.com/opinion/op-ed/gandhiji-shot-dead-the-hindu-january-31-1948/article4358055.ece>
This source helped me understand more about Gandhi's death. He was assassinated by Nathuram Vinayak Godse who was 36 at the time. His assassin was taken by the police after being found slightly injured.
Unknown. "Mahatma Gandhi's Speech at Asian Relations Conference 1947." Picture. 31 Mar. 1947. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. <http://www.tibetsun.com/news/1947/04/01/mahatma-gandhis-speech-at-asian-relations-conference-1947>
This source showed me Gandhi during his speech at the Asians Relations Conference.
Unknown. "Mahatma Gandhi Short Biography." YouTube. YouTube. Web. 2 Jan. 2015. <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=noyMtW_FKSg>
This source gave me a general background of who Mahatma Gandhi was.
Unknown."Mohandas K. Gandhi: The Indian Leader at Home and Abroad." Web. 2 Jan. 2015. . <http://www.nytimes.com/learning/general/onthisday/bday/1002.html>
This source showed how Gandhi was a leader. He was considered the father of the nation. He wasn't just a leader in India, he was a leader abroad too. When he died the prime minister along with others were greatly saddened.
Walker, Charles C. "Gandhi - His Relevance For Our Times : Complete Book Online." Gandhi - His Relevance For Our Times : Complete Book Online. Accessed December 27, 2014. <http://www.mkgandhi.org/g_relevance/chap16.htm>.
This helped me understand Gandhi's true impact on America in these times. From him we gained discipline, respect, and how to take action.
Whipps, Heather. "How Gandhi Changed the World." LiveScience.com. 8 Sept. 2008. Web. 29 Dec. 2014. <http://www.livescience.com/2851-gandhi-changed-world.html>.
This helped me understand Gandhi's impact from his great work and helped me understand the people's feeling knowing that one man could take an empire. Also that Gandhi impacted other great leaders like Tibets Dalai Lama and Martin Luther King Jr. who definitely exercised Gandhi's methods. This showed me his efforts to gain equal rights like boycotting British goods.
Zachariah, Benjamin. "Gandhi, Non-Violence and Indian Independence." Gandhi, Non-Violence and Indian Independence. Web. 29 Dec. 2014. <http://www.historytoday.com/benjamin-zachariah/gandhi-non-violence-and-indian-independence>.
The article helped me understand Gandhi's rise to power because of his great leadership ability and skills.