How Did The Paris Fair Change America

Chicago’s World Fair of 1893 was a success dedicated to the American imagination and perseverance that enabled the creation of the fair. The fair completed what most thought not to be possible, despite several obstacles and in the midst of unimaginable pressure on the architects and other workers. The influence that the fair had may not seem significant on the surface, but it impacted America far more than perceived. For example, the World’s Fair changed America’s view of the world and conversely for America’s own opinion on the world. Similarly, the fair was one of America’s first attempts to show the world its potential and strength in being powerful. The many fascinating and exciting events and exhibits demonstrated this but also introduced
Many felt that the Paris Fair, with the new and breathtaking Eiffel Tower structure, could not be outdone. It was seen almost impossible to “out-Eiffel Eiffel” (Page 15, Larson), but it was done and done with excellence, amazing visitors. In regards to the construction of the fair, the wood frames of the buildings were put up and in an effort to save time were spray painted. No longer did workers have to paint with brushes, an interminable and tiring task. This quick way of using hoses to spray paint onto surfaces eased the painting process; Francis Millet was credited with this new technique of painting. Ultimately, several creations in the fair, such as this new way of painting, influenced modern ideas and involved many, including Nikola Tesla and Walt
H.H. Holmes never admitted to why he committed the acts he did. As readers, the audience never receives comfort through an account from Holmes himself to why he decided to murder so many. However, through inferences and by applying other aspects of the book to the thought of Holmes' motives, readers can receive some clarity. In example, one aspect in the novel relates to being in control of your life. Burnham demonstrates the human nature and desire to control what occurs in one’s life as he prepares for the fair. Burnham spends majority of his time checking that all constructions and exhibits performed the way he envisioned. He constantly examines each building throughout the novel to ensure that they are all perfectly in tune with those around it. Likewise, Holmes can be thought of in this way but with a devious twist. Burnham could control what happened in the fairgrounds while Holmes controlled who was and was not alive. Holmes felt that he lacked direction and dominance in his own life otherwise, so he latched onto the one thing he could control: life and death. Killing people may have been the only way he felt as though he could be certain of what would happen to him. There is a lesson in this approach and in Holme’s sickness as it is important for readers to question the morality and motives of those like Holmes. From evolution and the further comprehension of this issue, we may then be able to prevent happenings like the ones in the book from recurring to break