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Stone Mountain Georgia / A Role in the Civil War?
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A 4 page review of the possible role Stone Mountain Georgia played in the Civil War. Reveals that little of substance is available on this role since no major battles occurred here. Ties in the historic importance of the area, the role of the railroad there, and the role of the community as a Civil War enlistment office. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPStoneM.wps
The American Civil War
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In 9 pages the author discusses the American Civil War. There was nothing 'civil' about the Civil War, which is also known as the War Between the States. It was a war where neighbor fought neighbor and brother fought brother. There was a painful division of families and friends just as there was a division of the North and the South. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Statewar.wps
The American Civil War / Political Division & More
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A 4 page paper that provides an overview of the major issues that led to the American Civil War. This paper suggests that while slavery was an issue, there were many other factors that lent themselves towards divisions between the North and South. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Amcivwar.wps
The Civil War
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In 5 pages, the author discusses the events and causes that lead to the Civil War. Many issues were prominent in the Civil War. They include slavery, Lincoln's elections and his assassination, the careers of the various generals, major battles and minor battles, the dominating forces, and other important catalysts, effects and results. The stage of the times was set with a drama with an intense story line of brother against brother, neighbor against neighbor and state against state in that war of all wars, the Civil War. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PCcivwar.rtf
The Civil War: Strengths and Weaknesses of the North and South
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A 5 page discussion of the reasons behind the outcome of the U.S. Civil
War. Details differences in manpower and industrialization which
determined the victor and the loser. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPcvWrNS.wps
The Emancipation Proclamation
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The Civil War was the most devastating
event in the history of the United States. The political, social and
economic effects of that particular war are still being felt today. The
'cause' of the Civil War is generally understood to be the controversy
surrounding slavery and the abolition of that institution. This 12 page
paper explores the social, political and economic forces leading to the
Emancipation Proclamation. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: KTemapro.wps
The Reconstruction (American Civil War) : Failure
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In 4 pages, the author discusses the failure of the Reconstruction, which occurred after the American Civil War. 'When examining the American Civil War, and the subsequent period of Reconstruction that occurred after the war, one must determine that the Reconstruction was not a success, although Lincoln might have made a good president, and the Industrial revolution began after the American Civil War. The New South had difficulty coping with its status. Once the Blacks were free, there was little work to be had by them, resulting in their relying on theft and other criminal activity. This perpetuated mob lynchings.' Free Sample Sentence Outline included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PCrecon.doc
Years Leading upto The Civil War
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Approximately 5 pages worth of factual discussion about the decades leading up to America's civil war. Discusses politics, the gold rush, slavery, growing tensions etc; No Bibliography included.
Filename: Cvlpre.wps
Chicago, 1968 - The Whole World Was Watching
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A 5 page paper that examines the events that occurred in Chicago in 1968 with emphasis on the 1968 Democratic National Convention held in that city in August of 1968. Included in the paper are the issues that were prevalent at the time - the Vietnam War, the black civil rights movement, the women's rights movement, the rights of college students, labor union issues, and poverty issues - and the influential part that television coverage played in inflaming these issues. Also covered are the 1968 Summer Olympic games and the manner in which they were affected by the national violence and unrest. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: LCChicgo.doc
Civil War Policy
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Civil War Policy: The Civil War effected all areas of life: military
and civilian. This 5 page paper addresses many of the issues involved
in that conflict, including causes, foreign policy and battle
strategies. Bibliography lists 4 sources. KTlincln.wps
Filename: KTlincln.wps
Baudelaire and William Morris / 19th Century European Socio-Politics
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An 11 page paper that presents the works of these two writers within the political and social context of 19th century France and England. This paper demonstrates that through the social and political issues of the day, both of these authors embraced a socialist perspective, represented within their writing. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Baudelai.wps
Andrew Jackson and the Cherokee Nation
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A 7 page paper that discusses the issued surrounding Andrew Jackson's role in the removal of the Cherokee Nation for its lands. Removal of Indians dated back for decades; Jackson's actions therefore not only supported his own beliefs, they sanctioned the actions and opinions that were historical present in the country during the 1800s. The writer explores the background of the principal parties and discusses the events leading up to the forced march of the Cherokees. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Jackcher.wps
Sam Houston Among the Cherokee
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A 12 page examination of Sam Houston's two stays among the Cherokee. The writer discusses the culture of the Cherokee and gives an overview of Houston's personal life and his career moves. Bibliography lists eight sources.
Filename: Shouston.wps
The Cherokee / Their Lands, Their Rights, Their Removal
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A 5 page examination of the issues surrounding the forced removal of the Cherokee from their ancestral lands in Georgia. Bibliography lists ten sources.
Filename: Cherk2.wps
The Cherokee Removal
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A 20 page examination of the factors leading up to the Cherokee Removal, the Removal itself and the years immediately after the removal. Discusses the two Cherokee factions which were at play during this time period, one led by John Rodgeand the other by the principal chief of the Cherokee John Ross. Bibliography lists 12+ sources.
Filename: Cherfact.wps
Donald F. Crosby/'God, church, and flag'
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A 5 page analysis of Dondald F. Crosby's book, 'God, church, and flag,' which details the relationship between the 1950s 'witch hunt' senator, Joseph McCarthy and the Catholic Church. The writer argues that the church withdrew its support of McCarthy early on because it recognized the inherent threat that this sort of hatred held for democratic liberties. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 99godetc.wps
US Catholic's Response to the Holocaust
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This 10 page paper looks at the history of the Holocaust through the devices of the Catholic Church. First is a section on Christian anti-Semitism which gives background to the next 2 sections that examines the Catholic Church's response to the Holocaust by reviewing the attitudes and policies as presented by the Popes Pius XI and XII. The next section deals with anti-semitism in the United States and leads to a discussion of the response to Jewish discriminations. It concludes with a short summary of the information presented. The bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: Usholo.wps
Effects Of The War In Bosnia
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A 5 page paper that discusses the effects of the War in Bosnia in relationship to the people, including their ongoing memories of the war, but more importantly how that relates to their current situation. The writer posits that politically, the war is merely at a truce because the country is run by war criminals, and from a personal viewpoint, the reunification not only poses continued deprivation, but no long-term solutions. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Bosniwar.wps
Ethnic Cleansing in Bosnia
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This 8 page paper looks at the problems in Bosnia as a result of the Serb's desire for ethnic cleansing. The problem is looked at from both a historical and sociological perspective.Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Ethclean.wps
The Decision To Send Troops To Bosnia
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A 5 page paper discussing the ideological and motivational perspectives that influenced the U.S. decison to send troops into Bosnia. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Bosnia.doc
US Foreign Policy In Bosnia
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A 7 page paper that provides an overview of US foreign policy in Bosnia, and provides a critical analysis of the actions taken in that region by the united states and their outcomes in recent years. Bibliography included.
Filename: Bosnia2.doc
Did Stalin Follow Lenin?
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A 9 page paper focusing on the policies and practices of Lenin and Stalin. The writer details the ideology of Vladimir Lenin and analyzes whether Stalin swayed from Bolshevik philosophy. Bibliography lists nine sources.
Filename: Bolshevi.wps
Political Reforms of the 1930's
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A 5 page discussion of the Bolshevik Revolution, F.D.R.'s New Deal, and Mussolini's Facsism-- as they were significant political reforms during the 1930's, each with their own inherently positive and negative aspects/outcomes. No bibliography.
Filename: 1930refo.rtf
Nicholas II and the February Revolution
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A 16 page paper that describes the history and persepectives around the February Revolution that led to the abdication of Nicholas II. This paper considers the impact of the two major political groups of the time, the Mensheviks and the Bolsheviks during the First World War, and the reflections of their membership on the leadership of Nicholas. This paper also recognizes Nicholas' relationships with his advisors and their perceptions on the insurrection that caused his necessary abdication. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Nicholas.wps
Women's Movement Of 1919 Russia / Conflicting Views
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An 11 page paper that provides an overview of the elements leading to considerable opposition in the Russian Women's movement of 1919, essentially dividing the women of Russian. This paper argues that the fundamental premises of both Feminist and Bolshevik groups pitted women against women. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Russwf.wps
Slavery In Cuba Vs. Virginia
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A 3 page essay on Herbert Klein's 'Slavery in the Americas : A Comparative Study of Cuba and Virginia' in which the writer examines some of the differences that existed between slavery in two different nearby sections of the globe : Virginia (U.S.A.) and Cuba. Among the many points made, Cuban slaves were generally treated much more harshly and found themselves involved in violent riots more often. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Bibliography also cites two additional sources.
Filename: Slavebok.wps
A History of Racism & Sexism in America
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A concise 5 page essay on the historical origin of racism and sexism in the Americas. The writer details how the White Man brutally conquested the Native Indians and continued a reign of racist oppression thereafter. Sociopolitical examples such as The Chinese Exclusion Act, the persecution of Japanese-Americans during World War II, etc; are provided to support points made throughout the essay. No Bibliography.
Filename: Amerrace.wps
British Foreign Policy
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A 10 page paper discussing British Foreign Policy and the role of the various offices of prime minister, foreign office, foreign secretary, etc. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Britpoli.wps
British Foreign Policy / 1848 - 1871
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This is a 5 page paper that examines the theories and practices of foreign policy in Great Britain from 1848 to 1871. It actually begins with a brief look at events leading to the political atmosphere of the time specified and then delves in depth into the concept of Balance of Power and Palmerstonian principles. There are brief descriptions of Lord John Russell and Benjamin Disraeli, along with their political perspectives. It concludes by citing specific negative consequences of the above policies. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Britfp.wps
Ben Franklin vs. Frederick Douglass
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A broadly-defined 5 page essay comparing Benjamin Franklin to Frederick Dogulass. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Frankdou.wps
America's Self-Made Man
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A 5 page paper discussing just what the American Dream is. It has nearly always been measured in terms of wealth, but not necessarily in terms of dollars. The self-made man of Ben Franklin's time was not a success only in terms of money, but in terms of life. Money was the reward—not the goal. The American Dream is still alive, but it has been replaced in the eyes of many by a sham, by that counterfeit that says that money is the only true measure of the worth of a man. The pity is that money can be lost; character remains. Those with little character but great sums can completely lose themselves when the money is lost. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Selfmade.wps
Benjamin Franklin & American Independence
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A 4 page research paper on the book by the famous Franklin biographer Esmond Wright. This the first in a series of books which Wright has written on Franklin shows how the historian's fascination with his famous topic began. The writer discusses how Wright brings Franklin to life through his insightful prose. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Ewright.wps
Benjamin Franklin & Jonathan Edward's Autobiography and Narrative
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A 3 page essay discussing Edward's focus on the ecclesiastical vs. Franklin's focus on the individual. The paper compares the two's viewpoint and successes as depicted in each man's biography.
Filename: Fredw.wps
Benjamin Franklin & The American Dream
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A 6 page essay defining 'The American Dream' and demonstrating how Benjamin Franklin exemplified this dream. No Bibliography.
Filename: Franklin.wps
Benjamin Franklin And The American Dream
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One of the greatest figures in American history has been Benjamin Franklin. Through his industriousness, creativity, tenacity, native intelligence and belief in himself and the people with whom he associated, was able to come from the meager beginnings of youngest son in a household of nineteen to a position of financial well being, self determination and social status. He was a man who not only lived - but defined the American Dream. This 7 page paper examines the different aspects of the American Dream in terms of the early life and accomplishments of Ben Franklin. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Amerd.wps
Benjamin Franklin as a Model Citizen
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A 4 page essay defining the term 'model citizen' and then discussing how such a term adequately describes early America's great Benjamin Franklin. No Bibliography.
Filename: Frankli2.wps
Benjamin Franklin's Autobiography / Analysis
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This 6 page research paper discusses The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin, which chronicles America's ultimate 'Renaissance Man's' life from his birth in 1706 until 1757. Specifically considered is how Franklin's life represents the 'great American success story.' Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Benfrank.wps
Benjamin Franklin's Impact Upon American Literature
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A 5 page paper which examines the impact Benjamin Franklin had on American literature, specifically considering his autobiography. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TGbfrank.wps
Benjamin Franklin's Works
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A 6 page paper on the relationship of Ben Franklin's works and their reflection of his life. The paper concentrates on the Constitutional Convention in 1787, the work of which was to draft the Constitution of the United States, from which arose the famous quote of the certainty of death and taxes. Also included is a short excerpt of the 1757 publication of Poor Richard's Almanac. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Benfr.wps
Benjamin Franklin: Overview Of Importance
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8 pages in length. Benjamin Franklin represented many things throughout his lifetime. Not only was he an inventor, printer and publisher, but he was also one of the instrumental parties who were present at the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It was Franklin's intent to promote colonial unity and utilize his writing talents as a means by which to reach the masses. His strong belief in education and opportunity for all was matched only by his diplomatic attributes in helping various entities come to agreement without having to resort to hostilities. The writer discusses the influence of Benjamin Franklin. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TLCFrank.wps