Essays and Research Papers on All History Papers

This 5 page report discusses Tamara Plakins Thornton's "Cultivating Gentlemen: the meaning of country life among the Boston elite, 1785-1860." By the opening years of the 19th century, the wealthier "gentlemen" of the Northeast were determined to create their own version of a "back-to-nature" movement. To a great degree, such agrarianism was inspired by the writings of Thomas Jefferson who believed ...

This 2 page paper explores the concept and also looks at it in respect to religion. Manifest Destiny in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper which discusses the conflict that existed between Britain and the United States between 1794 and 1812. The paper discusses impressment, blockade restrictions, and disputed territories. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page paper which discusses the presidential election of 1828. The paper addresses the characters of the individuals who ran for president, the issues, the campaign, the outcome, and the significance of the election. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses the Declaration of Independence as it has affected us 225 years after its conception. The paper discusses ideas realized, or not realized through the Declaration of Independence, and addresses where some ideals may have been compromised, especially in relationship to groups such as African Americans, Native Americans, Hispanics, Asian Americans, homosexuals, and women. Bibliography ...

A 6 page discussion of the variations we see in the presentation style and content of movies depicting war. Correlates that variation with the variation in American sentiment which existed at the time, and indeed which continues to exist today regarding World War II verses the Vietnam War. Uses specific examples from the ...

This 11 page paper looks at the way in which Thomas Jefferson and Thomas Paine viewed the concept of liberty. Liberty as it exists today is looked at and the legacy of the two great men are incorporated in the overall analysis. The Declaration of Independence is quoted. Bibliography lists 6 sources. ...

This 5 page report discusses the implications of the Declaration of Independence and their far-reaching impact, not only for the United States but for the entire world. It stated the intentions of a people that were both honorable and determined in their ideologies. It formed the theoretical basis for democratic thinking and led to the understanding that personal ...

A 4 page paper which discusses the book "The Death of Old Man Rice" by Martin Friedland . The paper discusses issues, such as the influence of elites and the role of the press, and how they play a part in the story of the murder of Rice. No additional sources cited.

This 16 page paper consider how this event influenced the development of this city in the long and the short term. The paper looks at the social structure, the founding of the bank and other social and economic developments that are directly related to the gold rush. The bibliography cites 20 sources.

6 pages in length. The writer discusses the origin of the Industrial Revolution, as well as its social, political, cultural, economic and intellectual impact upon Western society. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

6 pages in length. The end of World War II brought significant change with regard to racial inclusion. Clearly, this was a time for rebirth, inasmuch as the South was experiencing a renewal like never before. According to David Goldfield, author of "Promised Land : The South Since 1945," this historic period marks one ...

A 7 page paper presenting some of the views of Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, Alexis de Tocqueville, Henry David Thoreau and Benjamin Franklin regarding the interconnection of personal virtue, political freedom and economic freedom. The conclusion from the readings is that political and economic freedom go hand in hand, and that personal virtue provides the necessary degree of ...

A 12 page overview of the electoral process and how it contrasts with the popular vote. Provides a historical background for the implementation of the electoral process pointing out that the process was never intended to reflect popular will. Contends that this process is superior because it protects the interests of smaller states ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of some significant research on the issue of capitalism in the development of American industry. This paper assesses three different sources to support the argument and outlines the central themes of this research. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at the role and perception of the gangster in 1920's and 1930's America. The reality and the fictional perspectives of gangsters through the different media served as a tool to test and challenge society, this is discussed concerned they way that it was viewed at the time and how it ...

This 5 page paper looks at the life and influence that effected the eighteen century Quaker John Woolman and his beliefs. The paper identifies key point in his life and discussed the effect these may have had ion his life. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

5 pages. In a letter to Thomas Jefferson in December of 1819, John Adams wrote, "Will you tell me how to prevent riches from becoming the effects of temperance and industry? Will you tell me how to prevent riches from producing luxury? Will you tell me how to prevent luxury from producing effeminacy, intoxication, extravagance, vice and folly?" ...

11 pages in length. The major issues surrounding this particular invasion were associated with its Marxist regime. With bad blood existing between the United States and Cuba already, there was little left to keep America's troops from invading between October and December 1983 as a means by which to secure the safety of ...

A 5 page research paper that uses Tony Horwitz's Confederates in the Attic as a springboard to discussing the Southern mindset towards the American Civil War. The writer looks at the mythology that developed during the Reconstruction as a function of wounded male pride. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6 page paper explores the concept and how the United States changed between 1812 and 1860 as a result. Ideology, as well as specific events, are discussed. The California gold rush is examined. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 10 page paper which discusses "Manifest Destiny: American Expansion and the Empire of Right" by Anders Stephanson as it deals with American foreign policy. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.

A 3 page contention that ever since the Revolution of 1789 the French have exhibited a tendency to look to 'great men' to restore order and tranquillity after moments of great political or social upheaval. Notes that this tendency is really not that uncommon, however, for people who have lived under a monarchy or ...

A 6 page overview of the reasons behind the United States Civil War of the mid 1800s. Notes that the reasons behind this war did not relate solely to the issue of slavery and that there was an intricate understanding of these reasons even among the enlisted men. Notes the importance of the ...

This 10 page paper presents the concept of the American Grand Strategy as presented by Donald Kagan, his evaluation of the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, the opinions of several others and a conclusion that is not in agreement with Kagan's. Bibliography lists 7 sources.