Another excellent monument of a person considered by many to be the greatest musician of all time. This picture was taken in Prospect Park, in Brooklyn New York. It’s a monument of the great Ludwig Van Beethoven. He was perhaps the most important figure in the transition between the Classical and Romantic eras in Western art music. Still today, he remains one of the most famous and influential of all composers. His best-known compositions include 9 symphonies, 5 concertos for piano, 32 piano sonatas, and 16 string quartets. (Beethoven’s Life)

I am astonished that music that was composed over 200 years ago, could still have an impact today. Beethoven’s music is still pleasant to listen to, and is used by many musicians to inspire their current music. Although his hearing deteriorated near the end of his life, to the point of almost being completely deaf, his most famous compositions come after this defect. This shows us how truly talented he really was.

Works Cited:

 “Biography: Beethoven’s Life – Ludwig Van Beethoven’s Website.” Biography: Beethoven’s Life – Ludwig Van Beethoven’s Website. Web. 15 Dec. 2014. <http://www.lvbeethoven.com/Bio/BiographyLudwig.html>.

A place in Brooklyn, New York with many monuments is Prospect Park. In my last visit to this location, I came across this amazing monument of Abraham Lincoln. It is one of many across the United States. Abraham Lincoln, is considered to be one of the most successful presidents of all time. On September 22, 1862, he issued the Emancipation Proclamation which took full effect on January 1, 1863. This was an order that freed the slaves in the Confederate States. Although not all the slaves were immediately set free, it paved the way for the 13th Amendment which would free all slaves in the United States a few years later. (whitehouse.gov)

It is always great to research individuals who have had an impact in history. Personally, I feel that our 16^th president is one of the most successful presidents in the history of the United States of America. Not only did he have an impactful political career, but was known to be a bright attorney. He is a great person to research when pursuing a legal career.

Works Cited:

“Abraham Lincoln.” The White House. The White House. Web. 15 Dec. 2014. <http://www.whitehouse.gov/about/presidents/abrahamlincoln>.