The Justification of Slavery, or the Lack Thereof
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A five page paper contrasting the view of slavery described in Winston Churchill's 'The Great Democracies' (Volume Four of 'A History of the English-Speaking Peoples') with Austin Steward's slave narrative 'Twenty Two Years a Slave, and Forty Years a Freeman.' The paper points out that Churchill's view of the Civil War was colored by the fact that he considered the African mentality barbaric and the slaves' existence tolerable -- a fact contradicted by Steward's first-hand account. No additional sources.
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Winston Churchill & Empire
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A 15 page research essay exploring Churchill's protectionist desire to maintain the British Empire at all costs, even when this included forging a permanent alliance with its old enemy, the United States. Explored briefly is the extent of the empire, a historiography of some of Churchill's attempts at maintaining the empire, and the reasons behind his ultimate failure. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
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The Decline of the Witch Hunts / The End Of The Nightmare
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A 4 page research paper which examines why the witch-hunts of Europe finally declined in the late seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries after plaguing the continent for centuries. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Witch Hunts During the Puritan Period in American Colonies Analyzed
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This 6 page research paper examines the origins of the witch hunts which took place in the Puritan New England colony in the late-seventeenth century. Specifically considered are the background of the Puritan religion, the underlying causes of the young girls' 'bewitching behavior,' and the role prejudice played during the witch hunts. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Why Accusations Of Witchcraft Occurred In Colonial New England
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5 pages in length. For contemporary society, it seems a bit difficult to believe some of what transpired in centuries gone by. One such memorable flicker on America's timeline is that of the witch hunts of colonial New England. Men, women and even children, who were branded worshippers of Satan and witchcraft, were deemed a horrid threat to society; in an attempt to rid the town of their presence, presumed devotees of the devil were put to death. Why was this the case when there was little if any proof of this being the truth? There were a great many reasons, but none so powerful as the threat of female independence had at that time. The writer discusses why the fear of women's emancipation was the foremost reason for the colonial New England witch hunts. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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How Was Witchcraft An Attempt to Create Political Order in Salem
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An 8 page paper discussing the premise that the outbreak of witchcraft in 17th century Salem, Massachusetts, was actually an attempt to create political order. The writer also briefly outlines the means by which the witch trials served to preserve the psychological order of Salem Village. Bibliography lists seven sources.
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Aldrich Ames and his effect on the Cold War
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A 10 page research paper that examines the effect that Aldrich Ames, a US CIA executive who sold information to the Soviet for nine years towards the end of the Cold War in the 1980s, had on US intelligence, US foreign relations, and the outcome of the Cold War. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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America's Homefront During The Cold War From 1945-1963
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A 5 page paper detailing the American society at large and how the Cold War affected the government and its people. Hiroshima and the first nuclear bombing are mentioned. A description of life in general are described such as school drills and bomb shelters. Kennedy and his involvement in Vietnam are also highlighted. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Cold War Ideolgies and Their Importance
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When WWII ended America was filled with loyal and idealogical citizens. That ideology sustained us throughout the cold war and now that it is over stands at the ready in case it is needed again. This five page paper outlines and discusses the ideals and beliefs that were held by Americans just prior to the cold wars inception. Bibliography lists four sources.
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John Gaddis: Rethinking the Cold War
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5 pages. Yale Professor John Lewis Gaddis, in his book, "We Now Know: Rethinking the Cold War History", tells us that the Cold War was inescapable. Depending upon one's interpretation, Gaddis ascertains that the Cold War possessed many instigators from American paranoia to a lack of mutual cooperation to the outright compromise of foreign policy. This paper discusses the primary causes of the Cold War and the reasons it evolved. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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The Reagan - Bush Administrations / Policies Following the End of the Cold War
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A 6 page exploration of the policies of the Ronald Reagan and George Bush Administrations during and the Cold War and following its end. Discusses the role of the United States in containing communism and in ending the Cold War. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Kuwait / A Country Study
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A 10 page research paper on Kuwait. Sections include: Early History, Geography, Demographics, Politics, Social and Cultural practices. Kuwait has become wealthy since the end of World War II due to its involvement in the petroleum industry. Literacy rates are over 70%. Despite improvement in many aspects of life, women still have few rights, e.g., they cannot vote. The writer believes the religious beliefs are too much a part of the culture for this to change in the near future. Bibliography is included.
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Tim O'Brien/ Going After Cacciato & The Things They Carried
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A 15 page comparison between the above mentioned novels by Tim O'Brien. In these novels, O'Brien examines feelings and uncertainties that speak to the heart of being human and leave the reader thinking, rather then feeling that all their questions have been answered. O'Brien's artistry encompasses all of the nuances and pathos of the human condition, but set within a framework that coincides with the period that formed the crux of his own experience‹the Vietnam War. The writer specifically examines the novels relative to O'Brien's use of structure. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 90obrien.rtf

Robert E. Lee vs. Ulysses S. Grant / Contrasts & Similarities
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An 18 page examination of the similarities and contrasts between Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant. Discusses the role these similarities and differences may have played in the outcome of the war and concludes that, in reality, the outcome of the war was based in much more complexity than the personalities of two men, no matter how great. Bibliography lists twenty sources.
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The Fall of Fort Donelson, Tennessee, February 13-16, 1862
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This 7 page paper looks at the victory over Ft. Henry and Ft. Donelson which was General Ulysses S. Grant's first major victory that pushed him to the forefront of the nation during the American Civil War. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Scandals of U.S. Presidents / Credit Mobilier & Teapot Dome
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In this 5 page paper the writer examines alleged executive scandals with particular emphasis upon the events of these two particular ones. The Credit Mobilier ruined many politicians working under the (Ulysses S.) Grant administration. Soonafter, Teapot Dome brought about many investigations during the Harding administration -- although it came under fire by the press who supported a favorable public opinion of Harding. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Scandals of U.S. Presidents / Focus Upon Ulysses S. Grant
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A 4 page paper on problems concerning the integrity of the Grant administration. Included in the discussion are the Whiskey Ring, the Credit Mobilier, etc; The ensuing investigations are examined and Grant's administration is regarded as having not been a particularly favorable one in American history. The writer closes with a brief conclusion about how the consistently dishonest deeds of U.S. Presidents have contributed to a loss of trust from the public. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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