Essays and Research Papers on U.S. History (1700s)

A 9 page discussion of the impacts of war on American society during the early history of the country. Provides information regarding the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Mexican American War, emphasizing the needs of those that feel that they are oppressed to rise up against their oppressors. Concludes that ...

A 4 page research paper on comparing the Haitian and American Revolutions. The writer details the general history of the Haitian revolt, including its slave basis and the leadership of Toussaint-Louverture, and distinguishes it from the makeup of the American Revolution. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page research paper that examines Donald R. Hickey's unique perspective on the War of 1812 as stated in his book. In this work, Hickey offers a radically different perspective on this conflict then the one traditionally offered in most US history texts. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page review of "Miracle at Philadelphia: The Story of the Constitutional Convention". Outlines the contents of the book and highly complements the authors to bring history to life. Notes the key players, issues and historical circumstances of the Constitutional Convention. No additional sources are listed.

A 5 page essay that compares and contrasts two accounts of the American Revolution-- The American People: Crating a Nation and a Society edited by Gary Nash and Julie Roy Jeffrey and A People's History of the United States by Howard Zinn. The writer discusses how both of these accounts endeavor to present a more ...

This 6 page paper provides an overview of the rebellion and biographical information on Daniel Shays. What Shays's Rebellion accomplished, and its place in history, is discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A five page paper which looks the history of the Irish in Ireland, the factors which motivated the waves of emigration to the USA from the eighteenth century onwards, and the extent to which the Irish community has successfully integrated into American life in the present day. Bibliography lists 5 sources

A basic, 9 page discussion of the Tea Party, its participants, and primarily-- its impact. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

In 2 pages the author discusses the differences between the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution, and answers whether she would have supported ratification of the new Constitution as it was submitted to the states. Bibliography lists one source.

A 5 page essay which compares the English document with the American Constitution. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page overview of the roles of these three New York delegates in the Constitutional Convention. Emphasizes that these three men contrasted vividly in their opinions and philosophies in comparison to the language and provisions which ultimately would be incorporated into the Constitution of the United States. Concludes that while the voices of ...

This 6-page paper discusses various aspects of government, based on the Federalist papers and Jefferson's Notes on Virginia. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page research paper that contains 2 smaller essays, of 3 pages each. The first essay concerns the causes of the Panic of 1929 and the Great Depression and the second essay addresses the financial system established by Alexander Hamilton for the young United States. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page essay that compares the Federalist essays of John Jay, Alexander Hamilton and James Madison supporting the new Constitution of the United States with the criticism of the Constitution offered in the antifederalist essays authored by "Brutus" and "Old Whig." Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the controversy and difference of opinion which went into the writing of the Constitution of the United States. This paper provides an overview of those events and issues and contends that it is this very controversy and difference of opinion is what resulted in the strength and timelessness the ...

A 5 page research paper that reports on the innumerable controversies that the delegates to the Constitutional Convention had to overcome in order to frame this historic document. The writer relies on Catherine Drinker Bowen's classic study on this topic, "Miracle in Philadelphia." No additional sources cited.

A twenty five page paper which looks at the strategies involved in the Battle of Saratoga of 1777, and the events which led up to this turning-point in the War of Independence. The paper considers such factors as the difficulties which the British commanders found in implementing their military tactics, the problems which arose as ...

A 5 page paper outlining the role of the Judiciary Branch of the federal government and how this role is clarified by the Federalist Papers written in 1777 and 1778. No additional sources are listed.

This is a 7 page paper discussing the lives and the self-improvement writings of Benjamin Franklin and Frederick Douglass. In Franklin’s “Autobiography” he helped formulate a plan that others could follow as a guide for self-improvement and improvement in society. Douglass’ “Narrative” documented his life as a slave and the freedom it attained in order ...

This 5 page paper discusses writers such as Thomas Paine, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin and William Byrd. This paper examines their contributions in terms of writings and how those writings reflect both spiritual and worldy ideals. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses the impact of the Renaissance period on physical education. Specifically, major renaissance happenings such as the black plague, the Spanish Inquisition, and the crusades are discussed in terms of their effect on physical education. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the various concepts of race and gender in the United States during the 18th century. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines the impact of federalism on the structure of American government, the events and factors which contributed to the predominance of the federal government concept, and the relevance of these views today. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This is a 6 page book review discussing Bernard Bailyn’s “The Ideological Origins of the American Revolution”. Bernard Bailyn’s “The Ideological Origins of the American Revolution” (1967, 1992) shows readers the importance and influence of the “pamphleteers” during the time of the American Revolution. Previous to Bailyn’s publication in 1967, most historical accounts of the ...

A 3 page book review of The American Revolution, A History by Gordon S. Wood, which offers the reader an articulate, well-written, expertly researched summary of the events and situations that led up to the war with Great Britain, which resulted in the birth of the United States. Wood’s obvious purpose is to provide ...