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

This is a 5 page paper that presents the political positions and philosophical reasoning for both parties in the American Revolution. It delineates the legislative Acts decreed by England in an attempt to control the political policies of the American colonists just prior to the Revolutionary War. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

In 8 pages the author discusses the role that King George III played in the rebellion of the American colonies against British rule. King George III played a major role in the American Revolution in response to their rebellion against British rule. He was determined to the restoration of imperial authority in the colonies. ...

Origins of the Enlightenment in America are explored in this 5 page paper. The ideas, events and conditions that led up to the era are discussed, in both Europe and America, with an emphasis on the latter. The American Revolution is reported as being integral to the Enlightenment and the influence of prominent figures such ...

This 5 page paper looks at the issue in America with a focus on the eighteenth century. The Enlightenment is looked at as a factor in ideology during the time period. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

6 pages in length. Contributions to the world during the enlightenment and scientific revolution had such far-reaching and significant social and political influence that their impacts upon life are not likely to be duplicated in the near future. Indeed, the praise for such progression during these two periods can be placed upon the ...

Brief sociocultural analysis ( 4 pages in length) of Mason Weems' fictional book about George Washington (best known for the infamous "cherry tree" tale)- Author discusses nationalistic pride-related reasons for Weems having created so many promotional falsehoods about our nation's first president. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing the book 'Samuel Adams - Radical Puritan' by Lillian Fowler, William Fowler, William Fowler, Jr., and Oscar Handlin. The book covers the life and times, as well as the adventures of Samuel Adams, the American revolutionary and political leader. No additional sources cited.

A 5 page research paper discussing whether the Constitution was a revolutionary document or whether it overturned the revolution. The writer details revolutionary principles, and applies them to the provisions of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

In this well-written 11 page essay, the writer examines similarities & differences that existed between America's first two Great Awakenings (18th and 19th century). Both maintained a common emphasis upon the importance of religion but the second one offered greater religious freedom-- an indication that it was occurring in a "new" America-- one that practiced ...

This 6 page paper analyzes the 'Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God' sermon delivered by New England clergyman and theologian Jonathan Edwards during a revival known as the Great Awakening in 1741. Bibliography lists 1 source.

6 pages in length. Alan Taylor's Liberty Men and Great Proprietors : The Revolutionary Settlement on the Maine Frontier, 1760-1820 is an expansive book that studies the life and times of Maine's backcountry settlers during the period after the American Revolution. The initial and subsequent chapters delve deeply into the historical Liberty Men ...

A 5 page discussion of the controversy between Federalists and Anti-Federalists that ensued regarding the original ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page comparison between the oratorical capabilities of Thomas Jefferson and Frederick Douglass. Each of their relevant accomplishments and overall influence are examined. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

5 pages in length. When comparing and contrasting Anti-Federalist views on the ratification of the United States Constitution with those of the Federalists, one must also consider the inherent relationship that represents their respective views upon principles, problems and solutions, ultimately surmising which side best reflects or departs from the original principles set forth ...

A 5 page paper that describes what Madison termed the 'disease' that was common to all republics, and uses his arguments to demonstrate the necessity for a new Constitution as a 'cure.' No additional sources cited.

In this well-written 5 page essay, it is argued that Thomas Jefferson and various other 'Founding Fathers' of the United States were hypocritical in drafting that 'all men are created equal'- when many of them were known --among others things-- to be slave owners. The writer acknowledges that the Framers were aware of this hypocrisy ...

Donald Phillips, a leadership expert as well as a historian and a management specialist, considers the application of leadership principles displayed by individuals who participated in the Revolutionary War as a compelling means of asserting basic management principles. This 3 page paper provides an overview of the essential arguments in Phillips book and considers ...

An 8 page paper that provides an overview of the life and business developments of John Jacob Astor and the impact that his fur trade operations had on western expansion in the post-Revolutionary American colonies. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing the conquering of the West. The adventure mystique of the frontier still exists, as does admiration for the individuals strong enough to leave behind them everything known, setting out for territory few even had seen. They left safe homes for whatever awaited them on the trail West, but ...

A 5 page exploration of the factors which led to a Northern victory and a Southern defeat during the American Civil War. Details the differences between the agrarian subsistence of the south and the industrial concentration of the south and how it related to the war efforts. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the Boston Massacre in terms of who was responsible for the incident, the colonists or the British. The paper defends the British and charges that it was the colonists who instigated the events of March 5, 1770. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

5 pages in length. The Civil War's Battle of Fredricksburg, as led by Major General Ambrose E. Burnside, began rumbling on November 7, 1862 as one hundred twenty thousand soldiers assembled close by Warrenton, Virginia. Burnside, who inherited the Army of the Potomac from Major General George B. McClellan when McClellan first received Washington's orders, led ...

A 2 page book review that analyzes Preparing for the Twenty-first Century by Paul Kennedy. Beginning with the concern that Malthus expressed two hundred years ago in regards to the England's eighteenth-century population explosion, Kennedy then proceeds to relate this to the current rate of growth of the world's population. He argues quite convincingly that ...

A 5 page review of the importance of the Battle of Saratoga as a turning point in the American Revolution. Discusses the effect of the battle on troop morale and its instrumentality in winning the support of France. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 5 page research paper that examines the origins of the American Revolution and how the outcome was often in jeopardy. The writer demonstrates both sides in this historical conflict and argues that it was mainly Washington's leadership that enabled the American forces to be victorious. Bibliography lists 3 sources.