Essays and Research Papers on 20th Century Europe

(5 pp) Four basic questions have been proposed for discussion from the information that we have examined in the course, of "The Idea of Race:" 1) The need for national identity in relationship to racism, from the viewpoint of Malik (1996). 2) Using Malik again to examine the development of ...

A 4 page paper which examines the entrenchment of Communism in Russia, how it attempted to take over Spain, the role of the Soviet Union in World War II, and the spread of Communism after World War II. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 10 page overview of three of the most popular political systems in the world. Details the specific format of each utilizing examples from the United States, the United Kingdom, France and other countries to illustrate each system. Illuminates both similarities and differences in these political systems concentrating on the way which officials ...

(6 pp) When we think of historical England, the images in our mind may vary. And there may be anything from flashes of Robin Hood, to Richard the third and the Crusades or even the current days of Queen Elizabeth and her brood. One of the farthest thoughts from our mind may ...

An 8 page discussion of the Cold War. Contends that this period was anything one of peace and security. Provides examples of the friction which existed between the United States and the Soviet Union, the events culminating in the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, the dissolution of the Soviet Union, and the changing role ...

8 pages in length. The writer discusses how the appeal of Fascism in 1930s Germany can be primarily attributed to the appearance of much needed national support in the overwhelming presence of authoritarian principles. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

5 pages in length. Although the Enlightenment promoted the ceaseless quest for progress, its universal and optimist ideas showed both positive and negative aspects after the French Revolution. In the same way, everyone in Europe did not equally benefit from the Industry Revolution. If one were to have been born a peasant ...

This 16 page report discusses the economic perspectives of: the German Empire that was founded in 1871; the turn of the 19th to the 20th century and Germany’s economic standing; World War I years; the years between the wars; World War II; post-war recovery; the Wirtschaftswunder (“economic miracle”); and, the “second” reunification. It shows how it came about that the German ...

(5 pp). The fun thing about Paul Johnson's first historic tome is that it can be opened almost anywhere and read, just for the quality of the prose itself. The book is crafted by a well-informed, humorous writer, who for the most part, does not think that history is something only ...

This 5 page paper considers the way in which the United Kingdom recovered form the depression of the 1930's. Measures such as devaluation, trade tariffs and withdrawal from the gold standard are all discussed. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses the reasons why the British people quickly changed from supporting the Liberal Party to supporting the Conservative Party after WWI. The source used for this discussion is Ross McKibbon's "Class and Conventional Wisdom: The Conservative Party and the Public in Interwar Britain." No additional sources cited.

A 5 page paper which examines the rise and fall of the post-WWII Social Democratic Consensus in Britain. The paper discusses the reasons behind this approach, the reasons for its failures, Butskellism, and how some of this involved other countries such as Germany. The text used for examining this subject is "Britain Since 1789" by Pugh. No additional sources ...

This 10 page paper looks at the growth in the UK economy and its relationship to the export market. The paper uses statistical measures such as GDP, inflation, as well as import and export rates to ascertain the correlation and graphs are used to enhance the understanding for the student. The bibliography cites 10 ...

10 pages in length. Russia went from one totalitarian lunatic to another when Stalin took over Lenin's reign. While he mirrored the vast majority of Lenin's unsavory political tactics, there was one element that he devised on his own that even Lenin thought to be unacceptable: the Great Purge. Clearly, this historically bloody ...

A 10 page paper which discusses the woman's suffrage movement of Ireland. Historical information is provided which presents some of the key characters and strategies of the women's movement. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page report discusses the fact that some of the 21st century world’s newest independent nations are actually nations with some of the oldest cultures. However, for whatever political, economic, or imperialistic reason they were able to escape, they have found themselves facing the multiple challenges of establishing their governments, determining their national priorities, providing the social services their people need, ...

An 8 page overview of the factors influencing the fighting in Vietnam. Outlines the terms of the Geneva Convention. Contends that the military and political demarcation and the feelings among Communist verses South Vietnam sympathizers set the stage for a type of warfare in which even the Geneva Convention was inadequate in terms ...

This 5 page paper considers Vienna at a time of change. The entrance of the city into the twentieth century can be seen as a time of change. Social attitudes were changing with the arts, philosophy and politics all playing an influential role on Viennese society. The paper gives a sketch of the city at ...

7 pages in length. Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini were desirous of a specialized world in which only certain types of people were to flourish; as well, their individual viewpoint of politics did not correspond with other global leaders, ultimately establishing them as two of history's most contemptible leaders. However, there was a ...

6 pages in length. If the Soviet Union was accepted into the League of Nations in 1919, one might readily argue that such inclusion could have prevented a world war. A bold statement indeed, however, it is one based within truth of its conviction. Upon examining the basis upon which World War ...

15 pages in length. There can be little argument surrounding the fact that cohabitation between French President Jacques Chirac and Prime Minster Lionel Jospin has experienced some rough patches; while both political representatives strive to maintain France's domestic policy for the benefit of all, the fact that each man's ideals sometimes originate from divergent domains ...

This 5 page report discusses the period immediately following the end of World War II, when it became increasingly clear that the alliances that existed between the Soviet Union and the U.S. were not likely to last. Military and economic commitments were made by both the “East” and the “West” to establish their dominance in certain regions and led the world ...

This 5 page report discusses how the world political scene evolved in terms of American globalist goals and objectives. As World War II came to a conclusion, it was clear that alliances made in the time of war would have little likely of surviving the stress of peace. For those who formed their attitudes in the midst of the relatively simplistic ...

A 10 page paper which discusses the capabilities and accomplishments of Margaret Thatcher. Interesting personal and leadership qualities of Thatcher are presented and discussed as well. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A paper which looks at the similarities and differences between the regimes in Nazi Germany and Stalinist Russia, in terms of repression, elitism, the use of propaganda and the way in which both were headed by charismatic leaders .