Essays and Research Papers on European History

A 7 page discussion of whether the European Union will be able to pick up the political pieces after the Iraq war and forge ahead in the establishment of an effective common foreign and security policy. The author outlines the potential for this feat as well as the obstacles encountered historically which make it ...

This 6.5 page paper discusses the judical changes that were brought about by the Treaty of Nice. The effects, the problmes that have arisen and the probable outcomes of another treaty or ratification are offered. Testimonies and discussions by leading officals and experts in the field are quoted, cited from texts. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 7 page essay that analyzes Richard Hodges and David Whitehouse's 1983 text Mohammed, Charlemagne and the Origins of Europe: Archeology and the Pirenne Thesis, which is part of a continuing body of historical scholarship that addresses the nature and validity of Henri Pirenne's famous thesis concerning the origins of the medieval period. This examination ...

A 4 page paper in which the writer examines the Northern European Renaissance through the works of Jan van Eyck, Rogier van der Weyden, and Pieter Brueghel the Elder. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 16 page report discusses a scenario in which the current members of the EU agree that Estonia, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovenia should be allowed to join the community by 2010. However, in this fictional scenario, their accession was only agreed after discussions over the economics of the “community” were addressed. The European nations which were the most decidedly “mainstream” ...

This 5 page paper focuses on Europe in the aftermath of World War II. The effect of the war on European nations is discussed. The reason why empires are no longer necessary is one theme of this paper. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 7 page paper delves into nineteenth century Europe, and even beyond, to discern what caused a rise in nationalism during the nineteenth century. France and Germany are highlighted but other nations, such as Poland, are discussed as well. Other nations are used as examples, and analogies are provided. Bibliography lists 6 ...

This 15 page paper provides an overview of the development of the CAP and the structure of the European Union. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 6 page report discusses the European Union and its possible future. There are, of course, numerous critics around the world who are convinced that the entire process has only one logical outcome – disaster. Initially, both corporate and political leaders feared the creation of a “fortress” Europe. However, many are now convinced that ...

A 5 page paper which examines the distinctive characteristics or stages of European society, such as capitalism, constitutionalism, rationalization, and individualism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper emphasizes the role of trade on the Muslim influence during this time period. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A five page paper which looks at some of the difficulties faced by the European Union as it attempts to create a new social and political unity out of the various cultural identities and economic infrastructures of the member states. Bibliography lists 2 sources

7 pages in length. Examines the collapse of the Soviet bloc, the Soviet military system as well as the rise of Solidarity to power in Poland. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

10 pages in length. The loss of freedom and reason was a concept that greatly worried Spanish philosopher and social theorist Jose Ortega y Gasset. At the time of World War I, totalitarianism was taking a stronghold upon Europe, while the Great Depression proved to threaten the nature and destiny of the Western ...

This 7 page paper discusses the immigration policy of the European Union. Furthermore, this paper examines such issues as current problems facing the EU in regards to immigration, current policies, recent changes, and how politics and economics affect these policies. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 25 page paper outlines the competition that has resulted from the creation of the European Union and the monetary union under the Euro. This paper considers the issue of trademark abuse as it influences the competition of the EU. Bibliography lists 20 sources.

This 8-page paper focuses on various questions concening the late 20th century problem of "mad cow" disease in Britain, the resultant ban on British beef throughout the EU, and the resulting British policy on non-cooperation. Also under discussion was the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease during 2001. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 5 page research paper that discusses the fall of communism in Eastern Europe. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 12 page paper delves into the battles fought during W.W.I that was outside of the continent of Europe. Much attention is paid to the importance of oil in the Middle East. Other aspects are explored. Bibliography lists sources.

A 3 page examination of the contention that during the strong bipolarity which resulted between the U.S. and the USSR during the Cold War, Europeans essentially stood passively by while the major players determined Europe’s fate. Berlin itself became a pawn in this game. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses the impact of such doctrines as Absolutism and Mercantilism on European development. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at World War I, how it started, and its result. The effects on the politics, economy and social life of Europe are each discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

6 pages in length. At the time of World War I, totalitarianism was taking a stronghold upon Europe, while the Great Depression proved to threaten the nature and destiny of the Western civilization. The Enlightenment had begun to show signs of wear, directly affecting the manner by which freedom and reason were slowly but ...

A 5 page paper which discusses three significant changes that have occurred in Europe in this century. The changes addressed are the development of NATO, the fall of the Berlin Wall, and the implementation of the Euro. Each one of these events has brought great change to Europe in general, as well as effecting the rest of the world. ...

This 7-page paper discusses the relationship between gender, humanity and the Church in 14th century France. The basis for the treatise is "The Goodman of Paris: A Treatise on Moral and Domestic Economy."