Essays and Research Papers on Pre-Colonial America

This 10 page paper dicusses King Philip's War - the often overlooked war which preceeded the American Revolution in this country. Furthermore, this paper examines the causes of this war and the underlying issues which divided this country. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper discusses the United States Constitution and why it was created. This paper also examines the opinions of Constitution critics and assesses how they were appeased. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A five page paper which looks at some of the social and economic differences between the early American colonies, and the factors which contributed to their diversity. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This is a 5 page paper. It discusses the war of 1812. What changes took place. 5 sources cited.

This 5 page paper is a discussion on General James Longstreet who was a controversial figure in the Civil War. Although he had an impecable war record, he was accused for the loss at Gettysburgh and became the most hated man in the South, although the actual facts of the case do not support ...

This 6 page paper provides an overview of information gleaned from a review of two colonial newspapers. The Virginia Gazette and the Boston Gazette and Country Journal are discussed. The Boston Massacre is highlighted. Most works cited are primary sources and quotes are included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the societal problems which spawned these two revolutions. This paper emphasizes that while the French Revolution was fought to end an absolute monarchy, the American Revolution was fought to preserve the independence to which American colonists had grown accustomed. Includes five pages of text and a one-page free ...

This 5 page paper discusses the following two books specifically, both of which are diaries from that era: "Chardon's Journal at Fort Clark" and "The Diary of Susan Shelby Magoffin". This paper examines their experiences in the West versus their expectations and the expectations of the people of that era. Bibliography lists ...

A 5 page discussion of the importance of the institution of slavery to capitalism. In the U.S., however, the issues surrounding slavery lasted long past the time where the institution was becoming extinct in other regions of the world. This long life can be attributed to the relative age of the U.S. during ...

A 6 page discussion of the various forms of resistance which were launched by the indigenous peoples of Latin America against Spanish rule. This paper noted an impressive level of governmental and societal organization among these peoples which allowed both military resistance and political resistance. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This paper examines the books "The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin" and "The Coquette" and uses these references to discuss the role of women in 18th century America. This paper specifically considers the role of marraige and female virtue according to that era. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

9 pages in length. Exploring the relationship between 17th century Puritan colonization and 19th century Reconstruction as they relate to colonial America finds a common denominator between the two time periods connected by the very foundation of how the term 'colonialism' is defined: "control by one power over a dependent area or people" (Merriam-Webster, ...

A 6 page discussion of the insight provided into European thought by this French author. Interestingly, Crèvecoeur only lived in the Americas for a relatively short period of time. He became a naturalized citizen, however, and even ventured out among the indigenous inhabitants of the country. His roots, however, and his ideological ...

A 5 page paper which examines cultural similarities and differences between native and European settling of the Eastern seaboard, considering the uniqueness of the European settlements and how specific characteristics of the cultures involved the future relationships of the native and European peoples. No additional sources are used.

A 5 page paper which examines the Southern colonists and the slaves in regards to participation of the development of the United States from the beginning of settlement to the onset of the Civil War. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses the Articles of Confederation and why they were considered to be a failure. This paper examines the controversy which surrounded the Articles and the subsequent documents which ensured the freedoms of Americans. Bibliography lists 1 source.

7 pages in length. North Carolina's first wave of permanent English settlers came in the form of southeastern Virginia immigrants, whose relationship to the tidewater area helped label them as 'overflow' settlers. Their final destination at mid-century came to be a northeastern part of North Carolina known as Albemarle. Thirteen years later, ...

This 2.5 page paper discusses the legacy of Colonial America for future urbanization. The writer comments on the needs for early cities for trade and the large influx of immigrants. These events were catalysts for expansion and new cities. The writer also comments on the reasons cities is a legacy of Colonial America. Bibliography ...

A 2 1/2 page paper which compares and contrasts the freedoms presented in Kate Chopin’s “Story of an Hour” and Thomas Jefferson’s Declaration of Independence. Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.

This 3 page paper highlights the Reconstruction era and reveals why the role of Lincoln was so hard to assess. This paper also reveals how Reconstruction influenced civil rights. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses The Unredeemed Captive by John Demos. Quotes cited from text. Synopsis, description of the evolution of Eunice from childhood to womanhood. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 4 page review of this narrative first published in 1682 after the authors experience as a captive of the Narragansett, Native Americans residing in New England during the initial colonial intrusions there. The contention is presented that, while the trauma endured by Rowlandson was indeed horrific, the Native actions were in themselves the ...

This 5 page report discusses the fact that in the early colonial days in North America, there were people in what is now the United States long before any European people saw much less settled in the "New World." The writer speaks directly to the issue of African slaves in the New World and how attitudes regarding the aboriginal ...

A 6 page paper which examines “The Mayflower Compact” and the Declaration of Independence as they illustrate how some ideas were powerfully imbedded in the nation despite the changes in times. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 7 page overview of Nash’s views on the impacts inflicted on Native Americans and African Americans by European colonists. Notes that any culture’s objective is cultural survival and that it is not that unique to emphasize one’s own survival even if it means the decimation of another. No additional sources are provided. ...