Levittown
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A 12 page research paper on what is still the largest housing project ever assembled by a single builder. William Levitt and his brother answered the need for affordable housing after World War II by mass-producing houses on Long Island, N.Y. The first Levittown was followed by others and helped to fuel the growing post-WWII trend toward suburban living. The writer discusses the sociological, economical, and demographic consequences. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Levittown.rtf

Lincoln Would Have Changed the Face of Civil Rights
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A 5 page piece that postulates that if Abraham Lincoln had lived, his Reconstruction policies may have changed the course of African American history. Lincoln had already penned his notes on Reconstruction that Andrew Johnson implemented. However, Johnson, sympathetic to the South, did not subscribe to Lincoln's tenets of 'equal rights' for all. As a result, freed African Americans continued to suffer under the hands of their former owners. According to historians, Lincoln would have used any extreme, including force and marshall law to bring about equality for all, as supported by his writings. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Lincoln2.wps

Lizzie Borden & O. J. Simpson / A Comparison Between the Investigations
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In 7 pages, the author makes a comparison between the Lizzie Borden and O. J. Simpson investigations, looking at the police evidence, the cities in which the crimes were committed and public opinion of the cases. Bibliography lists 8 sources. PClb&oj.wps
Filename: PClb&oj.rtf

Major Issues In Constitutional History
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A 9 page paper that discusses the arguments in regards to abortion, affirmative action and the ERA and takes an individual look at the history and legal ramifications of each. The text utilizes presents compelling looks at the different perspectives on these issues, and the paper presents individual opinions on each.
Filename: Conhist.wps

Military Training In Colonial America
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In 8 pages, the writer provides an historical overview of military training in Colonial America. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Militrai.wps

Native America: Doomed From the Start
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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 progress needs to be made. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPNAruin.wps

New Jersey During The Revolutionary War
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A 3 page discussion of New Jersey's instrumental role in the American Revolution. The writer's describes the present-day state's unique geographic position between New York City and Philadelphia as well as the historic importance of the battle of Monmouth (central NJ) -- in which American troops successfully diverted British troops attempting to get to shore .. ultimately causing a "turning point" in the war. No Bibliography.
Filename: Revolunj.wps

New Lanark, Oneida, & Other Utopian Societies In America
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Throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, numerous utopian groups created their own "heavens on earth" in the American heartland, ranging from the Shakers, to Robert Owen's "New Harmony," to the Oneida community. They struggled in vain to create "perfect" societies that would differ in contrast with the dreary ones overseas in Europe. This 6 page research paper examines the purpose, attempts, and failures of these communities -- concentrating primarily upon the examples of New Lanark and Oneida. The themes of these communities and their decline are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Utopias.doc

New Urban Immigrants
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A 5 page analysis of the book by Illsoo Kim which looks at the ways in which immigration has changed since the Immigration Act of 1965. Kim specifically looks at the Korean community centered in the New York metropolitan area as representative of this new wave of immigration. This book demonstrates how the fundamental nature of immigration has changed since the early part of this century. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Newurb.wps

News Coverage of the Election of Abraham Lincoln
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A 5 page research paper that examines how election coverage differed between the North and South. The writer gives a detailed summation of the coverage that appeared in the New York Times and the New Orleans Daily Picayune as being representative of these regions. As one would expect, the tone employed by these newspapers was quite different. While the northern paper saw the upcoming conflict as dealing primarily with the issue of slavery, the southern paper pictured Lincoln as an enemy of the South in general. Bibliography lists 6 original articles from these two papers.
Filename: Lincnews.wps

No-No Boy
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A 5 page analyses of this sometimes heart-rending story of a young Japanese man in the United States during and after World War II. An attempt to bargain with the federal government when they tried to draft him he was sentenced to prison. Upon returning to the old neighborhood after the War, he found himself very nearly ostracized by fellow Japanese as well as Americans of other races. The writer describes his story of obstacles, challenges, hate, prejudice and resentments.
Filename: Nonoboy.wps

Nullification Proclamation
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In 5 pages the author discusses the Nullification Proclamation of 1832, the controversy between Andrew Jackson and South Carolina and South Carolina Secession. "The nullification confrontation was the catalyst that put then president Andrew Jackson and John C. Calhoun, a senator, against one another. The crux of the confrontation concerned the argument of whether a state could nullify federal law. This was considered an important step in an attempt to give definition to the proper powers of the states." Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Nullif2.wps

On Becoming a United States Citizen
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A 5 page research paper on the rights and duties of citizenship, and how to become naturalized. The writer details what citizenship is, what its benefits are, and how to obtain it. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Citznshp.wps

Plymouth Colony & Jamestown Colony / Comparison and Contrast
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In 8 pages the author makes a comparison and a contrast of the colonies of Plymouth and Jamestown. Plymouth Colony and Jamestown Colony were two European colonies in the new world. Plymouth Colony was a New England colony, while Jamestown colony was a Southern Colony. The Pilgrims that came to Plymouth Colony did so for religious reasons. The colonists that came to Jamestown did so for profit. There are many similarities and differences between the two colonies. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Plymjame.wps

Post-Civil War America / Crisis in the 1890's
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A 3 page paper that describes the political, economic and individual crises in post-Civil War America. Included in this paper are the Pullman train strike, Coxey's Army and the march on Washington, unemployment, and the impact of the financial crisis of 1893. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Crisis.wps

Post-Traumatic Stress and the Vietnam Veteran
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A six-page research paper on the nature of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, its causes, symptoms, and treatment. Also included are areas in which PTSD have been detected among non-veterans. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: 99ptsd.wps

President Eisenhower / On Weaponry & Peace
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10 pages in length. The author discusses a statement that was made by Eisenhower concerning using weaponry as a keeper of peace and the significance of security and liberty. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Eisen.wps

Progression Of The American Theatre / Pre-War 1930 To The Post-War 1950s
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A 10 page paper that compares and contrasts the styles and major developments in the American theatre from 1930 to the 1950s, with a focus on the scenery, costumes and actors of each era. Bibliography lists 12+ sources.
Filename: Amthe.wps

Rap Music As A Major Development In U. S. Music History
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10 pages in length. The writer discusses rap music and the hip-hop culture as a major development in U. S. Music History. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Rapdev.doc

Reagan's Star Wars Program
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Ronald Reagan's space-based missile defense program is discussed in this 5 page paper. The focus of the paper centers on the legal ramifications of such a program in respect to international treaties that have been in effect since 1972. The paper takes the position that Reagan made the right decisions in respect to Star Wars. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Starwars.wps

Reconstruction After the Civil War / 1865-1877
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A 6 page paper detailing the various aspects of Reconstruction. Particular emphasis is placed the successes and failures of the policies relating to the rights of the former slaves and how those rights were both protected and abused. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: Recon.doc

Remember the Alamo! - How "Tejas" Became "Texas"
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4 pages in length, this historical essay describes the events surrounding the Texas Revolution, especially how subsequent battles were affected by the Battle of the Alamo. The Massacre at Goliad and the Battle of San Jacinto are highlighted, as well as a description of events surrounding the Battle of the Alamo. Bibliography lists 5 sources. LCAlamo
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Richard Hofstadter / A Historian of Note
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A 9 page paper on Richard Hofstadter and his works. He wrote many books that detailed many different times throughout the history of the United States. He was best known for Age of Reform and Anti-Intellectualism in the United States. Both of these books covered very controversial issues. Although he wrote many books he was perhaps not as well known as other historians but is by no means a historian that should be ignored. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: Hofstadt.wps

Rise Of The United States As An International Power
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A 5 page overview of the rise of the U.S. to international power. The paper begins with the ideals of the forefathers, leading to the inventions rising out of the Industrial Revolution and continuing through World War II (a-bomb), telecommunications, computer technology, military technology and the space program. The paper includes a discussion of some of the problems that have emerged as a result of democratization of communist and socialist states and how the United States is working to assist those countries in the move to the global market. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Uspower.doc

Robert E. Lee
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This 9 page paper consists primarily of an annotated bibliography which follows a short analysis of why General Lee should be considered 'great.' Annotated bibliography lists 20 sources.
Filename: SA26Lee.wps

Robert E. Lee at Gettysburg
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A 25 page paper discussing some of General Lee's decisions and the relationships with his generals surrounding the Gettysburg campaign. Robert E. Lee was elevated to near-deity status both during and after the Civil War, but some of his more human qualities have come to light in recent years. General Longstreet was maligned for years as the reason for the failure of the Confederate army at Gettysburg, but he has been relieved of this distinction as other details surrounding the Gettysburg series of battles have been discovered. While there is no doubt that General Lee was a charismatic leader of fighting men, there is increasing evidence that he did not take full advantage of counsel of his generals that possibly could have prevented the devastating losses of both the Union and Confederate sides at Gettysburg. Bibliography lists 26 sources in 45 footnotes.
Filename: Gettylee.wps

Robert Takaki's 'A Different Window'
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A 5 page paper that provides an overview of Takaki's retake on the common history of the United States and suggests conflicts with major elements of history. Bibliography lists no additional sources.
Filename: Takaki.wps

Role Of Government In American Life 1865-1940
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A 4 page paper that explores the role of government in the lives of Americans from 1865-1940, considering the impact during specific events in American history. This paper demonstrates the transitioning role of government, from international focus prior to the First World War, to intense national focus after the fall of the New York Stock Exchange in 1929 and the implementation of the New Deal. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Amerlife.wps

Sacco and Vanzetti
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6 pages in length. Discusses the famous death penalty case where two Italian immigrants affiliated with an anarchist group were executed for a crime they insisted they didn't commit. To this day, there is considerable mystery surrounding this. Did they do it, or was their trial a political witchhunt? Bibliography lists five sources.
Filename: Sacco.wps

Saki: His Life and Times
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An 8 page paper looking at this British writer, whose real name was H.H. Munro but who wrote under the pen name of Saki. The paper explores the early experiences which may have contributed to the author's acquisition of his unique, cynical wit. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: KBsaki.wps

Separation of Powers
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This 8 page paper provides a sample letter that discusses the separation of powers and Supreme Court decisions in its regard. Several decisions are noted, many of which address matters that arose during the Clinton presidency. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA26Pwr.wps

Settling The West / Conflict & Assimilation
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A 12 page paper that provides an overview of the progression of settlements and Christianity westward in the 19th century and considers the elements of socialization, land value and conflict that determined the roles of both settlers and Native Americans. Bibliography lists two sources.
Filename: Westsetl.doc

Sharon Pollock's Blood Relations
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In 5 pages the author discusses "Blood Relations" by Sharon Pollock. "Sharon Pollock, one of Canada's leading playwrights, wrote a play about Ms. Borden. 'Blood Relations' is about Lizzie Borden, the acquitted axe murderer. Lizzie Borden is considered to be the most notorious murderess in American history. She is infamous. Lizzie portrayed a sinister sweetness. Nance O'Neil was the actress who became Lizzie's lover, and a mainstay of the play. Pollock's play consists of 49 scenes that play with time and gives dramatic contrasts, and dramatic potential."
Filename: Blodrel.wps

Social Services In The United States / Past & Present
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This 10 page paper compares social services today to the same programs as they existed in the 1930's. The evolution of the programs from that time period until present is examined in this paper that touches on the unemployment situation, welfare reform, problems with social security and the need for a national health insurance plan. Predictions for the future are made based on past and present economic conditions. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Sociserv.wps

Southern Reconstruction 1865-1900
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A 3 page paper discussing the impact of Southern Reconstruction on the political and social identity of the South. The author considers the impact of Northern military forces, blacks entering the work force, and the attitude after defeat, on the ability of the South to rise after the Civil War. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Soutreco.wps

Space Shuttle Design / Then And Now
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20 pages in length. If the space shuttle were to have existed at any other time than the present, would it have possessed the same physical characteristics that it does today? Surely, if the architectural components were compared with that of the Renaissance period, Classicism, Neoclassicism and the early part of the Twentieth Century, there would exist considerable difference with regard to the rocket's outward appearance. There is no question that the basis of architecture has changed immensely throughout the centuries, which helps to establish a theory about the inherent physical appearance the space shuttle would have reflected in those eras. The writer discusses space shuttle design as it relates to these periods. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: SpaceShu.wps

The 105th Congress / Aspirations and Actuality
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An 8 page paper exploring some of the issues before the 105th Congress, which convened January 7, 1997. For the first time in 68 years, the Congress was controlled by the Republicans for the second consecutive year, though not by the margin they enjoyed before the 1996 November elections. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: 105congr.rtf

The Alamo
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In 5 pages, the writer discusses the battle of the Alamo, what took place and why it happened. Davy Crockett, Jim Bowie, and William Barret Travis were three well-known men who fought in the battle. Bibliography lists five sources.
Filename: Alamo.wps

The American Declaration of Independence & the Vietnamese Declaration of Independence Analyzed
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A 1 page paper which compares and contrasts two democratic declarations of independence, the 1776 American document drafted by Thomas Jefferson, and the Vietnamese version by Ho Chi Minh of 1945.
Filename: Amdec.wps

The American Dream
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This 3 page paper looks at the myth of the American Dream and how it drives consumerism. The paper concludes that things do seem to be changing. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Dreamcon.wps

The American Dream / Gone Sour
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A 2 page essay showing how the American Dream has gone sour, specifically pointing out the areas of financial stability, and access to education and living wage jobs. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Gonesour.wps

The American Invasion Of The Panama Canal (1989)
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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.
Filename: Panama.wps

The American Policy Of Containment - 1947 To The Present
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An 8 page overview of the American policy of containment and foreign policy and how it relates to the policies of previous and subsequent administrations. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Containm.wps

The American Street / An Important Public Space?
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A 5 page overview of history of the public space function of the city street and the evolution of that function over time. The writer concludes that this function, even with planned efforts to make it so, will never be as important as it had been in early American history. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Streetev.wps

The American Way of Fighting
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A 4 page paper that considers the progression of American warfare from the Revolutionary War to the Cold War. This paper provides the major points of transition that created the changes in the American way of fighting. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Amerfght.wps