Essays and Research Papers on All History Papers

America’s War for Independence – A Real Revolution?: What criteria must any new government possess in order to be considered a revolutionary regime? This 5-page essay examines this, and a number of other questions in order to draw a credible conclusion relevant to this label-debated, nonetheless very significant war. Bibliography lists 6 ...

This 9 page report discusses the “founding fathers” of the United States of the 18th and early 19th centuries. The paper is written under the understanding that the earliest leaders of the country were bold enough to stand up for freedom and independence. Such leaders saw that domination and taxation by England was antithetical to their very existence and ...

New Orleans, as the largest port in the South, was especially crucial for both defense and offensive strategies. The capture of the city by Union Captain David G. Farragut in April, 1962, was considered a considerable strategic victory for the North. This 10 page paper explores the Blockade of New Orleans and the subsequent capture by Northern forces. ...

This 5 page report discusses the ways in which the United States was “built” in terms of the industrial age and the advancement of virtually all aspects of American society. By the time the United States entered the 20th century, the republic had existed for more than a century, been torn apart by the Civil War, and had entered the Industrial ...

5 pages in length. The ways in which The Communist Manifesto combines political themes discussed in the context of the French Revolution with the economic development of the Industrial Revolution are illustrated through the philosophy that was purely Karl Marx, addressing his views on the collapse of several regimes which had previously adopted capitalism, as ...

This 5 page paper provides an overview of the two battles and compares certain factors. The thesis that the victories of the British really went to the weaknesses of the opposing side is supported. The Battle of Culloden takes place in eighteenth century England and The Battle of Crysler's Farm in nineteenth century ...

A paper which looks at the Spanish American war of 1895 – 1898, and the consequences which resulted for Spain, the USA, and the smaller countries struggling for independence from Spanish colonial rule, in terms of the way in which the conflict can still be seen to affect these nations today.

A 6 page paper discussing early political thought in America. As the United States was just beginning, Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson had two very different visions for their country. In the time between 1607 to 1865, it was the philosophy of Jefferson that predominated. Hamilton favored a strong central government; Jefferson was and remained committed to ...

Women of the Progressive Era and their Alliances: This 5-page essay examines the cross-class/ cultural alliances that were formed between women as a result of the Progressive reformers’ activities, and the limitations inherent in those relationships. To further elucidate these connections, Kathy Peiss’ book “Cheap Amusements” and other issues will be explored. Bibliography lists ...

A 6 page research paper that examines this question and offers arguments on both sides. Ultimately, the writer comes to the conclusion that while the war was largely unnecessary, it served a psychological purpose for the young country. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page book review concerns Joseph Ellis's well-known work called Founding Brothers. The book is about the men who were involved in the American Revolution and the creation of the United States of America. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the stock market crash of 1929 and the role of the Federal Reserve. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

5 pages in length. The birth of America was a process that required many years of fine-tuning and a great deal of social, economic and political foresight. According to Marcus Cunliffe, author of The Nation Takes Shape 1789-1837, constructing the elements of foundation for America's progress represented a test in strength and courage ...

5 pages. One of the most effective yet least known of our economic planners in the early days of the United States was Alexander Hamilton. Little is known about his implementations of certain economies. However, Hamilton is responsible for creating our monetary standard as well as being the one who actually established the foundation work for our present ...

This 5 page paper looks at the evolution of farming in California, particularly since the turn of the twentieth century. Contemporary information is included regarding the problems of migrant workers. Biographical information on migrant farm worker and activist Cesar Chavez is provided. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper. Approximately 2.5 million civilian volunteers joined the Union army and even after conscription was initiated, the overwhelming majority of Union soldiers were volunteers. Why did so many volunteer to fight in the Civil War? That is the question that is addressed in this essay. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

5 pages. During the 1865 to 1929 timeframe many scholars believe the economic, political and social rights of all people improved in the United States of America. This paper will, through the use of Bruce Borland's text America Through the Eyes of its People, examine this hypothesis to determine whether certain sectors of society believe this to be true. ...

This 5 page report discusses How individual ethnic and cultural groups in America have defined themselves and how that definition has fit into the American sense of self has existed nearly as long as the United States itself has existed. It is important to understand that the attitudes surrounding race in America are not issues defined in terms of black and ...

An 8 page paper which examines the differences between public perceptions (including misinformation) and the reality of the Vietnam War. Specifically considered is the information that was unavailable to the American people at the time, and what the Soviet archives have since revealed, and also discusses the most effective strategy in garnering home support ...

5 pages. The research in this paper will serve to compare and contrast the diplomatic crisis that led to the outbreak of the First World War. Also, the Cuban Missile Crisis will be addressed as well, and consideration will be made as to why war broke out in 1914 and not in 1962. These two important and ...

"What was real and fundamental was the idealism and the nobility of the two contending forces: the Yankees struggling to save the Union, dying to make men free; the Confederates fighting for great Constitutional principles, defending their homes form invasion." Thus begins Kenneth Stammp's book The Era of Reconstruction 1865-1877, which wants to ...

An 8 page paper. The question is posed: What is the most important invention between the Civil War and the Turn of the Century? The writer selects electricity as the most important and discusses Ben Franklin's invention of the lightening rod and his theory of electricity and moves into a discussion of the pioneers in ...

This 5 page report discusses the Progressive Movement that developed at the dawn of the last century and how it influenced America’s development throughout the 20th century. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines how the Civil War more closely resembles a modern war than a Napoleonic war, as some historians have classified it. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A five page paper which looks at the some of the early colonies in the USA, with regard to the social, cultural and economic differences between them and the diverse ways in which they developed as a result of these individual features. Bibliography lists two sources.