Essays and Research Papers on All History Papers

8 pages in length. Ever since the days of Wilbur and Orville Wright, the airplane has undergone perpetual change. What was then an assemblage of haphazard materials is now a sleek and highly tuned piece of aviation equipment comprised of technologically advanced components. What was so integral in the evolution of the ...

A 7 page analysis of #78 in "The Federalist" papers, which are various essays written by one or more of the Founding Fathers of the US (Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, etc.) in order to persuade the US populace that the Constitution should be ratified. Number 78 is by Hamilton and addresses the need for permanent ...

The debate over the form of the Constitution has been dichotomized as being between the Federalists (those who agreed with the authors of the Federalist Papers) and the Anti-Federalists. This 3 page paper explores the views of the Anti-federalists. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing women at home, economics at home and the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. The war provided the economic impetus needed to pull the country out of the Great Depression that simply would not release its grip despite the millions poured into programs intended to stimulate the economy. Barter ...

This seven page paper presents a discussion on the career of General George Custer. The paper details the things that lead us to understand that he was an egotist who charged into battles without counting the loss of men. Bibliography lists five sources.

A 12 page review of the years following the Civil War and the Reconstruction policies which were in place. Contrasts the goals and policies of Congress with those of Presidents Lincoln and his successor President Andrew Johnson. Emphasizes the impacts of these policies on the reentry of the Southern states to the Union ...

A 7 page research paper that examines the New Deal and whether or not it was fair to African Americans. The writer discusses how this topic is treated in various books and then concludes that the answer is "no, it was not." Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 15 page paper that argues the point that the policies and practices adopted by the Polk Administration in regard to the Mexican-American War were morally unethical and have resulted in strained relations between the countries of the United States and Mexico that can still be felt today. Discussed are the tactics employed by ...

Two documents - the 'Fourth Of July' speech by Frederick Douglass in 1852 and the opinion of Justice Taney in the Dred Scott versus Sanford case of 1857 are, in essence, declaring the same thing - that blacks of the pre-Civil War era do not have the rights of an American citizen. This 5 page paper compares the opinion ...

This eight-page-paper presents an in-depth discussion that proves Theodore Roosevelt was a more progressive president that Woodrow Wilson was. Military policies, foreign polices and race relations are all examined. Bibliography lists eight sources.

This five page paper presents a discussion on the effects of colonialism on the colonizer and the colonized. It opens with a definition of the terms and presents several examples throughout the paper. Bibliography lists one source

5 pages in length. An in-depth review of the title book. Evaluates the book, gives thought on the content of the book and concisely summarizes the book's major themes. The information and first hand narratives collected by the author make this book and the story it has to tell come alive. ...

A 5 page paper that argues the point that President Harry S. Truman was presented with a number of alternatives other than the bombing of Hiroshima in bringing about the end of World War II. These alternatives are discussed, with the focus being placed on Truman's failure to clarify the terms of the Potsdam ...

A 10 page research paper that examines the effect that Aldrich Ames, a US CIA executive who sold information to the Soviet for nine years towards the end of the Cold War in the 1980s, had on US intelligence, US foreign relations, and the outcome of the Cold War. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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 ...

This 5 page paper assesses the writing and delivery of this infamous speech, answering questions as to its brevity and meaning. Lincoln's probable emotions and state of mind is a large part of the inquiry. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the two political parties that were present during America's beginnings. James Madison's views on political parties are also discussed. A look at the Federalist Papers is included. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper talks about the anti-Federalist position at the time the U.S. Constitution was being drafted. The other point of view is duly noted in the discussion. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 6 page paper examining the content, scope, and focus of Frederick Lewis Allen’s historic work. The writer is particularly concerned with Allen’s depiction of the 1929 stock market crash and the irony of Woodrow Wilson’s failure to gain worldwide acceptance for the League of Nations. Numerous pertinent issues about the carefree “roaring” twenties and the somber times that would follow...are discussed. ...

A 12 page research paper that examines the life of the slave owner, looking at the way that plantations were run, the economics, and the life of women in this environment. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 5 page paper that examines the fundamental change in the relationship between the American public and the U.S. Government that occurred in the 1930s and the reasons behind this change. Discussed are protest actions undertaken by labor unions of this era, the New Deal reforms implemented by President Franklin Roosevelt during this time, ...

The concepts of personal freedom, liberty and the pursuit of happiness are an integral component of the social system in the United States. This 5 page paper argues that if the Declaration Of Independence is to be considered as internal truths, then Abraham Lincoln cannot be considered a great President. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

25 pages in length. There are many factors that can be cited as the cause for the Civil War; however, the issues surrounding enslavement of Africans in America was undoubtedly at the core of its foundation. The writer discusses reconstruction, Black Codes, Jim Crow and the freedom for which the blacks so desperately ...

A 3 page paper that examines the successful campaign and U.S. Presidency of Dwight D. Eisenhower during the 1950s and explores the reasons behind its success and popularity. Discussed are Eisenhower's military career, his "I Like Ike" campaign, and the accomplishments he achieved while in the office of President. Bibliography lists 6 sources. ...

5 pages in length. No different than most other wars, the American Revolution began as the result of a quest for independence and freedom from oppressive rule. British North American colonists were content with being loyal to their homeland; it was only after British rule began enforcing unnecessary and unreasonable demands that the ...