Essays and Research Papers on European History

This 5 page paper looks at nationalism with a specific focus on Germany and Austria. Positive and negative aspects of nationalism are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A five page paper which looks at the development of race relations in Britain over the past fifty years and considers whether the UK can be categorised as a multicultural society. Bibliography lists 12 sources

A 6 page contention that the role of the British Army has been significantly impacted by a number of factors throughout history. The author of this paper asserts that the Sinn Fein, an Irish nationalist political party, has comprised one of the most influential of these factors since its inception by Irish journalist Arthur Griffith ...

A five page paper which considers the ideological changes which have been undergone by the two main political parties in the UK in the 1990s. Bibliography lists 5 sources

7 pages in length. Nearly one thousand years of monetary consistency is a long time for any currency to exist, which is why Britain is so resistant to accepting the new and unifying aspect of the European Euro expected to take hold and challenge even the most secure of global currencies, including the American ...

This paper provides an analysis about the political forces that were behind the bright and splashy pagentry of the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin. The paper also examines the work of one of the most famous filmmakers in Germany at the time, Leni Riefenstahl. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

6 pages in length. The writer discusses Russia's monarchy under Mongol suppression, as well as how socialism ultimately overtook any chance for freedom. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This paper examines the legacies, both good and bad, left by Josef Stalin, who ruled the Soviet Union between 1920 and his death in 1953. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the integral differences between the Puritans and the Cavaliers. Traces the groups from their origin in England to their exploits in the Americas. The author of this paper contends that the Puritans were seeking to establish a new Jerusalem, a place where justice and fairness would prevail. ...

A five page paper which looks at the strategies involved in the D-Day landings, with reference to intelligence operations and the military coordination of the exercise. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A seven page paper which considers the respective parts played by conservative and liberal political factions in the unification of Germany, particularly with regard to the role of the bourgeoisie and the aristocracy. Bibliography lists 3 sources

A 5 page paper which reviews the book "Martyred Village: Commemorating the 1944 Massacre at Oradour-Sur-Glane" by Sarah Farmer. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page paper which examines the first four chapters of Remnick's book "Resurrection: The Struggle for a New Russia," discussing his arguments. No additional sources cited.

A 7 page research paper that offers a brief overview of the social role of women during these centuries. The writer discusses the role of women in antiquity, but concentrates on the social changes of the Middle Ages. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at Germany after Bismarck's reign and the difference between the two eras. Changes are duly noted and a comparison in terms of leadership is provided. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

8 pages in length. At the crux of the Second World War was not so much the instigation of just one entity, but rather the combined efforts of two significant forces. Some believe that all the blame of WWII belongs squarely upon the political shoulders of the Weimar Republic failure, while others contend ...

A 5 page paper which examines the development of the submarine to the evolution of warfare, and how the German u-boat campaign of World War I signified an important turning point. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A five page paper which looks at the importance of Magna Carta in terms of its social, political, intellectual and legal implications for the society of the time. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page essay that examines De Maistre's Considerations on France, specifically focusing on De Maistre's view of custom in his political philosophy. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page review of the Cold War years. The author of this paper emphasizes that the intent of the Cold War was to stabilize world politics and to maintain peace. In reality, it could be contended that the real outcome of this political approach was anything but a peaceful and secure world ...

5 pages in length. The writer discusses how it was possible, given the increasingly democratic nature of the franchise from 1911 to the early 1930's, that Britons seemed to have adopted "conservative" politics. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper compares Mao Zedong's view of an agrarian society to that of Joseph Stalin's. Conclusions as to why they both failed in their implementation and the results of their flawed policies. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A paper which looks at the history and strategic importance of Hadrian's Wall, in terms of the way in which it was perceived by the Romans themselves, the Celts and the Caledonians. Bibliography lists 10 sources

6 pages in length. The writer discusses various events that established Russia as the nation she was in 1900. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page overview of the work of William Blake. The author of this paper contends that his separation from much of society as a result of his work and socio-economic status inspired much of Blake’s poems and songs, many of which were a form of social protest. This paper reviews some of ...