Essays and Research Papers on Colonial America

In four pages this paper considers whether or not colonial America truly represented a land of opportunity in an examination of the circumstances that dictated this opportunity, its limitations, who prospered, and who did not. Four sources are listed in the bibliography.

A 7 page paper which examines Spanish explorers in the New World. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the Puritans, their beliefs, and the impact they had on their society. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

7 pages in length. The writer discusses several North American explorers and settlers from England, Spain, France and Mexico. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses who the new Constitution decided was to be “American,” and who was left out. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper examines reasons for expansion. The railroads are discussed as is the policy that saw the displacement of Native Americans. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page research paper/essay that investigates how different historians view Columbus. After outlining traditional heroic view of Columbus, the writer cites David Stannard in arguing that this view of Columbus is ethnocentric and overlooks the viewpoint of Native Americans. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the “Boston Massacre” and how it led to the start of the American Revolutionary War. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

An 8 page paper which examines elements of colonization in the New World. Bibliography lists sources.

An 8 page overview of the many changes that occurred between the initial arrival of Native Americans to this continent and the American Revolution. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper describes events from the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Eras that seem to have been repeated in more modern times. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses John Demos’ book “The Unredeemed Captive,” and why it was so important to the Puritans the Eunice Williams be “redeemed.” Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses the factors that led to the formation of an American identity prior to the Revolutionary War. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

In five pages this paper contrasts the public role and legal status of colonial women with the primary text cited being Julia Cherry Spruill’s Women’s Life and Work in the Southern Colonies. Two sources are listed in the bibliography.

This 3-page paper an essay about different attitudes toward the English monarchy. Compared are "An Independent Reflector" and Thomas Paine's "Common Sense." Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses what life was like in America during the Seven Years War from the point of view of a colonist. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 16 page paper discusses Patrick Henry’s famous “Give me liberty or give me death” speech in the context of his times. The paper includes a chronology of some of the events that lead to the speech; individuals who worked with Henry in the Virginia legislature; and important events occurring in the nation and the ...

This 8-page paper examines pre-colonial New England while answering four different questions regarding lifestyles in that time as well as slavery. There are 8 sources cited.

In fourteen pages this paper compares and contrasts Jeff Shaara’s novel The Glorious Cause with films about the American Revolution including Drums Along the Mohawk, Johnny Tremain, and The Crossing, to assess historical accuracy and to reveal any biases or defects in each portrayal. Two sources are listed in the bibliography.

This 3 page paper delves into issues surrounding Jefferson's racism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 2.5-page paper discusses the freedoms African Americans had during the Revolutionary War as well as the founders' intentions for African Americans as they were drafting their famous documents. There is 1 source cited.

This 4 page paper discusses the Constitution and the earlier Articles of Confederation, and which might appeal to a New England merchant of the colonial period. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This seven page paper examines the pamphlet written by Thomas Paine in 1776 which condemned the rule of Britain over its' colony. The imagery is strong and the language plain which added to its' popularity. This book, which sold about half a million by the end of 1776 is discussed and illustrated with direct quotes. ...

This 3 page paper discusses the book “Revolutionary Mothers” by Carol Berkin, about the contribution women made to the American fight for independence. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

Å 3 page essay that analyzes the last two paragraphs in chapter 9 of William Bradford's account of the founding of Plymouth. Bibliography lists 2 sources.