Essays and Research Papers on Europe & The World Wars

This 5 page essay analyzes four specific essays regarding the origins of World War I and comments on how Kaiser Wilhelm II would feel about the writers' comments. Different theories for the reasons for the War are discussed with contradictory evidence offered. No bibliography.

This 6 page essay discusses the content of a book by this same title -- one which closely examines the sociopolitical factors affecting the weeks and months subsequent to assassination of Austria-Hungary's Archduke Ferdinand and other issues causing the outbreak of war all around the globe. No bibliographic information is available.

A 7 page research paper demonstrating the involvement of women in WWI relief efforts all around the world. The writer discusses the work of The Woman's Motor Corps, The Smith College Relief Fund, and more. Names of specific women who contributed most to the cause are mentioned and the unprecedented success they enjoyed in getting ...

In this 5 page essay, the writer argues that the severe terms and conditions imposed upon Germany at the conclusion of WWI contributed to that country's faltering economy and loss of national pride-- circumstances which made the German people susceptible to the propaganda of Hitler and the rise of the Nazi party. Thus, the world's ...

A 5 page exploration of the causes and results of World Wars I and II. The writer examines the premise that World War II was a direct result of the aftermath of World War I. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 8 page paper provides an overview of the battle of Okinawa which occurred during World War II. There is a focus on the battle plans, particularly as it concerned the Navy. Issues pertaining to the current military presence in the region is also touched on. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

6 pages total. A short essay discussing factors leading upto and surrounding World War I and U.S. involvement. Austria, Hungary, F.D.R., and others are frequently-mentioned keywords. The writer also briefly discusses the relevance of factors that would later lead upto WW II as well. Bibliography lists 6+ sources.

8 pages in length. An intriguing essay that evaluates, analyzes, and forms an opinion about the Berlin Blockade. (An aggressive, post-WW II act by the former Soviet Union). Paper makes several very strong points. Bibliography lists six sources to support.

A 10 page research paper on the blitzkrieg in World War II. The writer details the meaning of the term, the general tactics involved, and the specific campaigns by the Germans during the war. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

This 6 page paper provides an analysis of media coverage as it pertains to the reunification of Germany in 1989. A brief overview of the reunification process is provided and German media is addressed directly. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

In 4 pages, the author discusses the Tuskegee Airmen of World War II, who were also called the Red-Tail Angels. Theirs is a compelling story, one filled with bravery, courage, and a wonderful combat record and, of course, racism. These men gave their all for a nation that treated them like second-class citizens because ...

A 5 page research paper, plus an outline, that examines the impact that armored vehicles and specifically the tank had on World War I. The battle where the crucial contribution of the tank to WWI warfare became clear is detailed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page report discusses Peter Gudgin's 1997 book, 'Armoured Firepower: The Development of Tank Armament 1939-45.' The report also makes the argument that the development and implementation of armored vehicles and tank warfare ultimately made a positive impact within the military. Mechanical warfare provided by tanks was able to accomplish more ...

A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the military aspects of the Yugoslavian invasion by the Germans in 1941. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page overview of the implications of the actions of the Americans in Adano Italy during World War II. Based on the book “A Bell for Adano” by John Hershey. No additional sources cited.

A 6 page analysis of Tuchman's account of the era immediately preceding the first world war, The Proud Tower: A portrait of the world before the war 1890-1914. Tuchman recreates the culture and conditions, the political atmosphere and nature of society, before the world changed irrevocably with the first great world war. No additional sources ...

15 pages in length. A discussion of the Yalt Conference and Potsdam Conference, the decisions made at each and how they affected the war. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 2 page paper. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page analysis of Victor Frankl's account of life in the Nazi concentration camps of World War II. His purpose in relating his experiences is to demonstrate the ways in which the experiences in the camps altered the minds of the prisoners and how the knowledge that he gained from this experience can be ...

This 16 page paper provides evidence for the supposition that America was informed about the Holocaust and failed to do anything about it. Several New York Times articles from the era are cited. Pictures and cartoons from the time period are discussed. Bibliography lists 18 sources

12 pages in length. If one were to assess the reasons behind how and why World War II ultimately occurred, there would not be one singular instigator that catapulted these global regions into the depths of battle. The writer discusses how the Weimar Republic and German character were dually responsible for causing World ...

A 5 page discussion of the impact that violence has on our language. Uses the book, The Drowned and the Saved by Primo Levi to describe the effects that violence inflicted by the Nazis in the Jewish concentration camps had on Levi and on the language of the time. Emphasizes the continuing moral degradation of our language ...

6 pages in length. When comparing the political and social impact of Adolph Hitler, Pius IX, Mahatma Gandhi, Winston Churchill and Chiang Kai-Shek, one can easily distinguish the line that exists between and among these varied leaders. To compare Hitler to Gandhi is to place a lion and a lamb in the same ...

This 15 page paper looks at all the things women did to help during World War I. The emphasis is on American women, but women of other countries are discussed as well. Information about the Nurse Corps and the Army overseas operators is included. The changing role of the woman, as a result and as ...

This 12 page paper provides an in depth look at this World War II phenomenon first implemented by the Germans. The blitzkrieg strategy is discussed ideologically and examples are provided. The paper concentrates on events which occurred during the second world war. Bibliography lists 10 sources.