Essays and Research Papers on All History Papers

A 6 page outline on the societal changes which occurred during the Twentieth Century. Discusses some of the major events such as World War I, World War II, and the Cold War. Coordinates the technological evolution experienced in this century with the societal changes which have occurred and outlines the impacts of advanced ...

A 5 page summation and analysis of the major themes from historian David Hackett Fischer's book, 'Paul Revere's Ride.' In this book, Fischer sets the record straight concerning the famous ride, and argues convincingly that both Paul Revere and British General Thomas Gage played larger roles then recent historiography acknowledges. No other sources cited.

This five-page-paper presents a discussion about why Harry S. Truman was the greatest leader the nation ever had. Bibliography lists four sources.

A 5-page paper that examines the accomplishments that mankind has achieved since the sixteenth century and the ultimate effects these accomplishments have had on modern existence. Discussed are the discoveries of the seventeenth century, the revolutions of the eighteenth century, the medical breakthroughs of the nineteenth century and the massive progress of the twentieth ...

This 3 page paper presents a summary of the decision and delves into the question as to whether or not the judge's opinion regarding the times is accurate. Well known works are used to explore the cultural climate in the 1770's and the 1850's. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page report discusses the domestic policies of Presidents Dwight D. Eisenhower (1952 -- 1960) and Lyndon Johnson’s (1963/4 -- 1968) administrations and how they demonstrated that the political landscape of the United States was changing for all time. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page research paper that compares three historical figures on several points, including leadership qualities and their significance to the 'American Experience.' These figures are Christopher Columbus, Thomas Jefferson and Tecumseh. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page paper discussing the state of medicine at the beginning of the US Civil War, how those conditions changed throughout the war and the implications of those changes for medicine today. We take medicine for granted in so many ways in today's world that a review of how conditions were only 150 years ago are ...

A 5 page research paper that examines the thesis proposed by historian Stephen S .Webb in his book '1676: The End of American Independence.' Webb suggests that the root cause of the discord during 1676 was the independent ways of the American colonists and that their submission to empire was its cure. The writer argues ...

This 3 page report discusses some of the numerous events and a significant array of policies ultimately brought about the end of the Cold War. From events as monumental as the destruction of the Berlin Wall and the dissolution of the Soviet Union to other far less spectacular events. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 6 page paper that analyzes the ultimate success of the Tennessee Valley Authority as well as the ultimate costs that were paid to its construction. Discussed are President Franklin Roosevelt's dreams of the TVA as a utopian corporation along with the project's opposition and the bureaucratic policies adopted throughout its formation and progression. ...

A 9 page paper that explores the influence of the Puritan migration on America. The writer explains the beliefs of the Puritans, their factions, and the reasons they left England. They had a dramatic influence on the New World, one that is not completely positive. That influence is evident even today. Bibliography lists 6 ...

A 6 page analysis and summation of the major points in Richard H. Collin's book 'Theodore Roosevelt's Caribbean.' The writer argues that Collin offers a new perspective, constituting a new historiography, on the presidency of Theodore Roosevelt, one that sees his era in terms of the context of that time, rather then interpreting it in ...

A 10 page summation and analysis of readings from the text The Social Fabric: American Life from 1607 to 1877 (Cary, et al, editors, eighth edition, 1998). The writer explores the cultural diversity that makes up American culture through a discussion of a variety of the readings from this book. No other sources cited.

This five page paper presents a dicussion into the life and motivation of Dolores Huerta. Bibliography lists four sources.

This 5 page report discusses the arguments that could be used to defend King George (1738-1820) of England against the charges against him by the American colonists prior to the Revolutionary War. This report argues that King George III should not be blamed for having “lost America” and that the actions leading to the colonial rebellion and the Revolutionary War ...

This 5 page report discusses David Burner’s 1988 book on John F. Kennedy and his influence in shaping the American consciousness. His in-depth discussion of John F. Kennedy (1917-1963) as both an individual and a leader allows the reader to examine the changes that took place in the American political and social systems that were reflected in the hopeful days of ...

The Economic Pressures; This 5 page paper looks at the NAACP in Mississippi in the 1950's and the way in which they were placed under pressure by the WCC as well as the existence of the sovereignty commission. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

This 6 page paper provides an overview of Daniel Aaron's book Cincinnati, Queen of the West. This book considers the perspectives on the author, his qualifications, the aim of the book and the major themes presented. No additional sources cited.

This 12 page paper delves into the makeup of the societies composed of escaped slaves during the Civil War period. Slave life is compared with life in maroon communities. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 14-page-paper presents an indepth discussion on Theodore C. Mason's "'We Will Stand by You' : Serving in the Pawnee, 1942-1945. Honor , Courage and Committment are all discussed. Bibliography lists one source.

(5pp) It was the frontier, which Frederick Jackson Turner described as "the meeting point between savagery and civilization," and that was "the line of most effective and rapid Americanization." Patricia Nelson Limerick counters that Turner was too simplistic, and that the concept of frontier is both and real . All of these factors lead toward ...

This 10 page report discusses the development of underwater archeology and the fact that underwater and terrestrial archeology share certain techniques and standards. Marine archaeologists generally think of shipwrecks as a non-renewable resource that are underwater time capsules offering a view of a unique historical period. Marine archaeology may also be described as “the recovery and interpretation of human remains and cultural ...

A 5 page critical essay which considers how life changed during the twentieth century, in terms of communication, transportation, human relations and daily life. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This five-page-paper presents a critical analysis and review of Alvin Toffler's book, "Third Wave." Bibliography lists one source.