Essays and Research Papers on European History

A 5 page paper which examines the differences in art, architecture and humanities between the Baroque and Enlightenment periods. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 14 page paper considers the political environment in Britain after World War II. The post-war political consensus is considered in relation to the actions taken by the post-war government. The evolution and decline of this consensual approach is examined with the writer applying the theory of political consensus to 1999 Britain. The bibliography lists ...

A 6 page paper discussing the experiences of recent refugees to Canada, specifically how they arrive, how their journeys progress and what sort of events have occurred that turned these people from hard-working individuals into refugees fleeing for their very lives. Examples are Chinese refugees to British Columbia and several thousand Kosovo Albanians that ...

A 5 page research paper that looks at the opposition that a common currency in the European Union, the 'euro,' has elicited. The writer then examines the question as to whether or not a common currency for the continent of North America would also cause such opposition and concludes that the opposition to such a ...

In 7 pages, the author discusses the Age of Transition including the concepts/processes of the French Revolution, industrialization, the Congress of Vienna, nationalism, and socialism and the role of each in the transformation that was taking place. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page report discusses what has come to be thought of as the “first” industrial revolution in which machinery was introduced as a means of production. The viewpoint of textile workers in Leeds, England, is presented in the “Leeds Woollen Workers Petition” of 1786 and the statement that was subsequently issued by the ...

This 18 page paper considers the status of migration when it is undertake by choice such as ‘The Great Migration’ in the United States in the early twentieth century. It also considers forcible migration, where the displaced people had no choice in the matter; examples that are stated include that of Kosovo.

A 6 page research paper that examines some of the most influential and famous works of the Enlightenment. During the eighteenth century, inspired by new and revolutionary discoveries in science, Western political philosophers such as Locke, Rousseau, Smith, Paine and Jefferson reevaluated the nature of political authority and how it related to what they regarded ...

6 pages in length. The writer discusses how women were just as caught up in the struggle for socialism, concerns which are clearly reflected through Marxist theories, inasmuch as they were often the very backbone of society. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses Victor Frankl’s book “Man’s Search for Meaning” and examines the question “For Frankl, is the human search for meaning necessarily a religious search?” The argument is presented that, no, it is not necessarily a religious search. This is in light of the fact that Frankl’s book is nothing but an illustration of many individuals’ ability to ...

This 11 page paper considers the causes of the first world war by reviewing the available literature on the subject. The common perception is often that of a war stating due to the assignation of Archduke Ferdinand. In this paper the underlying reasons are discussed; the treaties, nationalism and increasing technological ability and military build ...

A 5 page paper which examines the Dachau, Germany Nazi concentration camp site from both a historical as well as contemporary perspective, and discusses what can be learned by visiting there today. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page report discusses ideas relating to the inter-relationship of man, the nation-state, and war. For example, in World War I, it would appear that the real conflict was fostered on the antagonism between the aristocracy and the common people that led to international aggression. It is also important to consider the ways ...

This five-page paper compares and contrasts patriotism and nationalism. The similarities and the differences are outlined and discussed. Bibliography lists five sources.

A 13 page paper discussing the current business climate in light of the nation's history, government structure and preparedness of the population to support the needs of the multinational enterprise. Italy has a dynamic and growing economy, which has largely been an outgrowth of Italy's determination to join the European Monetary Union in the first round. The ...

15 pages in length. The Turkish-Greek conflict is examined as to past and present, as well as a review of the current economics of both countries and information concerning the people and culture of each. Bibliography lists 8 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 eight page paper presents an overview of the EURO which is the single currency system that eleven European countries have joined together to implement. Bibliography lists four sources.

This 5 page report discusses the Enlightenment and many of the ideas and issues that were regular debated by theologians, philosophers, and sociopolitical activists of the 18th century. The many opposing opinions of the age led to debate that was generally predicated on the critical independence of reason and traditional forms of authority. As ...

24 pages in length. The role labor unions have played with regard to wartime activities has been historically conspicuous. As integral as these unions were when it came to the comprehensive influence of war, they did not always fare well in the aftermath. Indeed, it can be argued that the effects of war ...

This 10 page paper is an assessment of Bassam Tibi’s book Arab Nationalism: A Critical Enquiry. The book written in 1990 is a look at the historical aspect of Arab Nationalism and it’s evolution. The paper also makes comparisons between the Arab trading partnerships and the European Union. The bibliography cites 1 source.

This 11 page paper assesses the fallen women of 19th century England. This paper determines how these women were treated, their marginalization, and attempts at rehabilitation through religious means. This paper also defines the basic perspectives on prostitution in the 19th century and the way in which this influenced the socialized view of women. ...

In 10 pages, the author discusses the assassination attempt of July 20, 1944 on Adolf Hitler and its affect on Germany. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 5 page paper assesses meanings of democracy as determined by Plato as well as Alexis de Tocqueville. The two authors and their views are compared and contrasted. Democracy as it relates to tyranny is a focal point. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper contemplates Albert Einstein’s notorious statement 'Nationalism is an infantile disease. It is the measles of mankind '. Both sides of the issue are examined. Bibliography lists 5 sources.