Essays and Research Papers on U.S. History

A 21 page paper that outlines the history of the Watergate Conspiracy and discusses the role that mass media and public opinion had in the proposed impeachment of Nixon. The author relates the causes of the Watergate conspiracy in terms of personality, society and the political institution and comes to the conclusion that Nixon ...

An 8 page overview of the Klan's history, activity, and an attempt to explain some of their behavior using sociological crime theories (radical-conflict). The Klan is compared to traditional organized crime groups and also to other hate groups such as The White Citizen's Council. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 14 page report on the history of the early (post-Reconstruction) and twentieth century (1960's era) Ku Klux Klan and how it terrorized the South. A large part of this paper deals specifically with the case of Crenshaw County, Alabama and the Klan's hideous ability to effect itself as a major instigator of socio-political events. ...

A 10 page paper that considers the history of American foreign policy and demonstrates how policy in Vietnam was actually influenced by policies of the past. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 10 page paper that reflects upon the history of the Panama Canal leading up to the invasion, and also recognizes the implications of the invasion and treaties on the prospects for the future. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 10 page overview of the Dayton Accord, its history, implementation and current status. Stresses the importance of U.S. and NATO involvement. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the racism and hatred experienced by Native Americans since their initial contact with the European peoples who invaded their homelands. Provides several quotes depicting the overall view that Native Americans were subhuman and without rights. Concludes that although much progress has been made in dispelling these views, additional ...

A 5 page essay on the play by Arthur Miller that has examines the circumstances surrounding the Salem witch trials in the later part of the seventeenth century. The writer argues that the play does not revolve around religious issues, as one might expect, but rather hinges on the concept of having absolute obedience to ...

A 7 page research paper on the Salem Witch Trials. The writer discusses causes of the witch hunts, the brutality of punishment, and the ultimate restitution paid in 1711 to those accused of witchery who survived. A section of this paper also discusses the Trials' depiction in Arthur Miller's 'The Crucible' and then goes on ...

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 27 page paper discussing the guerrilla warfare tactics employed by the Confederacy during the Civil War. Independent of stringent military control, most were led by men of integrity but other units used the war to indulge in theft and murder. In the end, some historians believe that partisan ranger activity prolonged the war; ...

This 5 page paper looks at Abraham Lincoln's decisions concerning slavery as well as Republican influence. The Emancipation Proclamation is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 7 page exploration of what life was like in the United States during WW II. This paper explores rationing and the war effort. Examples are given regarding patriotism, food (and lack of items such as meat), and entertainment. Brief mention is made of the role that women and minorities played ...

A 6 page research paper on the negative impact that McCarthyism had on American life & politics. The writer details Joseph McCarthy's motivations, actions, and the effects he had on Americans in his anti-Communist drives of the 1950s. It is argued that McCarthyism was nothing more than a modern-day witchhunt and that even light of ...

A 9 page overview of the man, his work, and his media 'attacks' against McCarthy. Also includes information about the life and career of McCarthy. Bibliography lists 7 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 3 page paper that examines technology that was new during the American Civil War. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

In 8 pages, the author explores the history of the Iran Hostage Crisis and President Carter's role in the crisis. The Iran Hostage Crisis will remain a thorn in former President Jimmy Carter's proverbial side. Although Carter attempted to return the hostages to freedom, he was thwarted. The president was unable to deal ...

A 10 page paper comparing President Carter's administration and President Clinton's first administration. Their economic policies are considered followed by a section discussing their foreign policies. Within the area of foreign policy the major crises are addressed. Carter had the Iran hostage situation and Clinton had the Bosnia situation. This is followed by a brief ...

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

In 4 pages (3 pp. + 1 pg. outline) this essay compares and contrasts the agriculture, architecture, and natural disasters of Georgia and California. Five sources are listed in the bibliography.

A 5 page research paper that examines three original historical sources to determine the how the personal interests as well as the cultural assumptions of the authors affected their writing and the descriptions they offer of life at that point in time. The writer looks specifically at the work of Olaudah Equiano, a former slave; ...

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.