The Average Women's Contribution To History in the Early Twentieth Century
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An 8 page paper looking at the way women's contributions to our culture have fundamentally altered American history in the early part of this century. The paper contends that even if women's political contributions are ignored, changing social attitudes - changed by women, from within -- toward such issues as consumerism, contraception, and working outside the home transformed our culture. Bibliography lists five sources.
Filename: Women3.rtf

The Bay Of Pigs - Peter Wyden's 'Untold Story'
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A 5 page analysis of the Peter Wyden's fascinating book. This is a well-researched, scholarly, historical account, of the disastrous invasion of Cuba in the Kennedy administration, which reads as if it were a novel. Full of dialogue and description, Wyden gives the reader an insider's view of how the plans for the Bay of Pigs Invasion were carried out within the U.S. government; and, in the process, he also gives the reader a clear understanding as to how so many extremely intelligent leaders, America's best and brightest, could think that the CIA plan could work. What he succeeds in showing his readership is that even the best and most well intentioned leaders are not supermen, they are human, and as such, they are capable of error. The Bay of Pigs was-quite simply-a mistake-one of the most dramatic in U.S. history. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Wyden.rtf

The Bay of Pigs, the CIA & Kennedy
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A 9 page research paper on the Bay of Pigs and the relationship of the CIA to Kennedy. The writer details the background of the fiasco, and the culpability of the participants. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Baypigs.wps

The Bill of Rights & The Legacy Of Jeffersonian Democracy
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A 20 page paper describing how the Bill of Rights as originally formulated in the 18th century continues to serve us today. It discusses why Jefferson, more than many of the other Founding Fathers, felt vehemently that the Bill of Rights was a necessary addition to the Constitution; the paper then looks at the ten amendments individually to show how their early conception has been reinterpreted in the twentieth century as social attitudes change. Bibliography lists sixteen sources.
Filename: Bofright.wps

The Boston Tea Party, Samuel Adams, & The Events that Followed
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A basic, 9 page discussion of the Tea Party, its participants, and primarily-- its impact. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Bostonte.wps

The Bretton Woods System
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5 pages in length. Recovering from the World War II was no easy feat. The battle, which was the largest and most expensive in history, proved to be a physical and moral albatross around the political necks of all who were a part. To think that entire cities were devastated, entire populations were erased and entire races were eliminated took its toll on those who were lucky enough to survive. Additionally, there had to be a manner by which to steady the exchange rate that had lost its economic footing during the war. It is at this point that the American dollar – and its subsequent demand under the Bretton Woods system – caused great bitterness with the European elite. The writer discusses which theory best sustains the origins and the evolution of the Bretton Woods System: pluralism, realism, liberalism or dependency. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCbrett.wps

The Changing American Family
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This 5 page essay describes the changing American family, considering many aspects including gender roles, ethnic variances, longevity, blended families as well as projections for the future. The paper's position is that the traditional nuclear family was a temporary structure and has been replaced by a revised definition mostly brought on by social change. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Charamer.wps

The Chicago Conspiracy Trial
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An 8 page paper discussing the trial of the Chicago Eight following the 1968 Democratic National Convention riots, what precipitated the riots, how the trial was handled, what both events taught the American people about themselves and their government. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Chictria.wps

The Chicago Seven and the Movements of the Sixties
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This 7 page paper focuses on the infamous Chicago Seven trial which occurred as a result of a demonstration at the 1968 Democratic National Convention. The student, anti-Vietnam and counterculture movements are examined. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA26Cho7.wps

The Constitution And The Revolution
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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.
Filename: Constrev.wps

The Cuban Missile Crisis
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8 pages in length. Never before or since the Cuban Missile Crisis has the world been placed on such alert for potential nuclear disaster. As a result of Soviet missiles being secretly planted in Cuba, the threat of a nuclear world war was directly at hand. The writer discusses what ultimately caused the Cuban Missile Crisis, as well as interjects considerations with regard to how the world's safety of today rests upon what was learned from this situation. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Cubamiss.wps

The Earth Shall Weep: A History of Native America
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A 5 page review of the 1999 book 'The Earth Shall Weep: A History of Native America' by James Wilson. Relates the various trial and tribulations delineated by Wilson which the Native Americans have been forced to endure since the point of contact with non-Native Americans. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPnaWeep.wps

The Effectiveness and Ineffectiveness of 20th Century U.S. Presidents
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A 4 page paper on U.S. Presidents of the 20th century and their effectiveness or lack thereof. The writer makes the point that executives like Ronald Reagan were held somewhat highly in the public eye but were largely ineffective whereas Richard Nixon was loathed and criticized-- yet succeeded at enacting many worthwhile reforms. Much of the discussion focuses upon comparing the leadership abilities of J.F.K. and F.D.R. in this same light. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Presiden.wps

The Emancipation Proclamation & Plessy v. Ferguson
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A 5 page paper discussing the potential problems generated by the issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation. The writer argues that Lincoln released the paper as an interventional measure to try and ensure that slavery was stopped without changing the inalienable rights of all U.S. citizens provided by the Constitution. His attempt was ambiguous and unsuccessful, however. On the other hand, it may be the Declaration of Independence that promoted the idea of separate rights for separate races and genders that still afflicts equality in America. The debate continues.... Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Constlaw.doc

The Enduring Evils of McCarthyism
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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 our political fears, it cannot be justified. McCarthyism was, in theme, both anti-American and anti-Democracy even as it attempted to combat the "threat" of Communism-- destroying innocent lives and ruining good names all the while. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Mccarthy.wps

The Flight of Chief Joseph and His People / Manifest Destiny?
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A 38 page research paper exploring the history of the Nez Perce and their leader Chief Joseph who, in 1877, led them on a 1700 mile journey through some of the roughest terrains of the present-day states of Montana, Oregon, and Idaho trying to escape capture by the US Army. The writer presents an in-depth discussion of manifest destiny as it relates to the conquest of the Americas, a location map, a chronological table of events, and more. Contains numerous quotes from Chief Joseph and other primary sources to support thesis. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: Chjoseph.wps

The Genius of George Washington
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A 4 page research paper which examines the book by Edmund S. Morgan whose basic premise is that Washington's genius lay primarily in his use and understanding of the principles of power. Morgan makes a good case for this argument as he gives insight into Washington's character and the politics that were prevalent during the American Revolution. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Emorgan.wps

The Genre Of War Films / Avoiding The Issue Of Race
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In this well-reasoned 5 page essay, the writer argues that war films have traditionally avoided having to portray African-Americans in a realistic manner. Even films about the Civil War "hid" Black people to a large extent -- out of fear that doing otherwise would invoke some controversial discontent. A number of insightful examples from war films are provided to support this thesis. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Warfilms.wps

The Great Chicago Fire of 1871
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9 pages in length. Perhaps the most popular "whodunit" of American history, the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 spawned a generation of tough citizens who weren't willing to give up their city, even in the face of disaster. Finally, we learn that it wasn't necessarily Mrs. O'Leary's cow who set the blaze.
Filename: Chicfire.wps

The Great Triumvirate / Calhoun, Clay & Webster
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An 8 page research paper which relates some of the U.S. politics that preceded the American Civil War. Specifically, the enormous contributions of these three great leaders are spotlighted and the writer demonstrates why they were considered the foremost American statesmen of their age. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Grtrium.wps

The History And Ideology of the Pentecostalist Movement
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8 pages in length. An historic overview of the "Holy Movement" in the United States and the birth of Methodism followed by Pentecostalism during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The writer looks at how Pentecostalism has changed since its original inception, to become more organized and bureaucratic than was originally intended. FREE outline included ! Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Holimove.wps

The History of New Jersey
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A 5 page overview of New Jersey's history from the 17th through the 19th century. Examined are the White man's relationship with area Lenni-Lenape Indians, NJ's role in the revolutionary war, NJ's contributions to industrialization, and more. No bibliography.
Filename: Newjrhis.wps

The History Of The Erie Canal
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A 6 page paper discussing this major inland waterway and its influence in American history. The paper covers why it was built, the many roadblocks to its completion, its importance economically, socially, and politically, and how it is used today. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Erie.rtf

The Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986
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This 10 page paper provides the details of the act along with a discussion on immigration in general. Also included is a look at whether or not the act has done any good. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA161986.wps

The Jacksonian Era
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A 4 page paper that provides an overview of the Jacksonian Era and its important legal, political and economic events that impacted the pre-Civil War political arena. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: Jackera.wps

The Kentucky & Virginia Resolutions
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This 6 page paper discusses the subject of the Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions and the their relationship to nullification. The time periods between the time the acts were passed through the Civil War are covered. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Kyva.wps

The Language of Rights
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A 5 page essay on William Galston's 'Practical Philosophy and the Bill of Rights: Perspectives on Some Contemporary Issues,' from A Culture of Rights. The essay examines what Galston calls the 'language of rights' in a historical context, showing why our understanding of rights is still incomplete today. Bibliography lists two sources.
Filename: Langrite.wps

The Latin Lords / Media Destruction of Political Effort
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12 pages in length. An insightful look at how the media portrayed the Latin Lords -- a radical, socio-politically involved group (active during the 60's and 70's) that can be compared in many respects to the better-known Black Panthers. The author argues that the media over-exaggerated and made them out to be 'irresponsible hoods' -- so as to destroy public trust in the Lords and unfairly make them out to be a band of street "hoods" and not activists they actually were. Detail is given as to the sociological "bonding" experiences of Latin Lords. Bibliography lists approximately 20 sources.
Filename: Latinlor.wps

The Lenape Indians
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A 3 page report on the Lenni-Lenape Indians and their place in the Northeastern United State's colonial history. Issues concerning geography and territorial disputes are touched upon. No Bibliography.
Filename: Lenape.wps

The Lincoln Assassination / Booth Was Not Alone
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An 8 page research paper supporting the theory that John Wilkes Booth did not work alone when he assassinated President Lincoln. The writer connects Booth to a group of conspirators who planned to assassinate Lincoln, Secretary of State Seward, and even the Vice President. By developing this connection and relating these individuals to interactions with Jefferson Davis, the writer suggests that Booth did not mastermind the assassination plans. Instead, Davis and members of the Southern political climate planned and supported the conspiracy that Booth only enacted. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Lincoln.wps

The Lizzie Borden Trial vs. Sharon Pollock's "Blood Relations"
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A 7 page paper relating the historical background of the 19th century trial of spinster Lizzie Borden who is said to have brutally murdered her parents to various contradictory accounts. Particularly important to this discussion is the information presented in Pollock's play on the same subject entitled "Blood Relations." Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Lizziebo.wps

The Media, the Issues, and the Gray Davis Versus Dan Lungren Campaign in California
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A 5 page paper discussing the gubernatorial race in California between Republican Dan Lungren (California's Attorney General) and Democrat Gray Davis (California's Lieutenant Governor). Davis, of course, emerged as the winner, but the entire campaign serves to highlight a number of volatile issues in California, from affirmative action to immigration policy. The campaign also serves as a nearly textbook example of the role the media plays in political campaigns. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWdavis.doc

The Missouri Compromise # 2
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A 5 page paper that explores the discussion surrounding this compromise, past and present. The writer argues that compromise is not always the best solution, and supports Williams' and other scholars ideas surrounding the negative effects of the compromise on today's society, most particularly, the "feeling" of separateness between individuals and also from their government. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Misscomp.wps

The Missouri Compromise of 1820
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A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the Missouri Compromise and considers its implications for North/South relations prior to the Civil War. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Miss1820.wps

The Molly Maguires: Myth and Reality
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6 pages in length. An essay on the history of the violent labor struggle in Pennsylvania anthracite mines shortly after the Civil War. Includes the origins of the group, its tactics and modern controversy over its activities and eventual fate. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Mollmag.wps

The Morrill Act and the History of Land Grant Colleges
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The history and mission of Land Grant Colleges (Morrill Act, etc;) are discussed in this 5 page paper. Eight references and cited and listed in bibliography.
Filename: Landgnt.wps

The Myth Of The American Frontier
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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 now the conquest is colored with cultural embarrassment for the manner in which it was accomplished. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Frontier.wps

The Native American Indians / Historic Perspectives
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A 12 page discussion of several key historic perspectives on the Native Indians. Specifically examined are the disparate policies and different perspectives of Andrew Jackson, Captain John Smith, Frederick W. Turner, and others. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Indpersp.wps

The Phenomenon of Geraldine Ferraro / Media Portrayal
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A well-researched 30 page paper on the first woman to be nominated for national office in the United States. The writer describes the media's portrayal of Ferraro and how she coped with the 'bad press' she received. Ferraro's unique social responsibilities and the media's unfair treatment of her -- based entirely on gender -- are of primary importance to this discussion. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Ferraro.wps

The Presidency Of Grover Cleveland
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5 pages in length. The author discusses the presidency of Grover Cleveland who was elected as President on two separate occasions, and details who and why he was elected to office. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Grover.wps

The Presidential Campaign of 1948 -- Truman Surprises The Nation
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A 5 page research essay on Truman's surprise upset of Dewey in 1948, an election that political experts were absolutely certain would go in Dewey's favor. This paper covers the crucial aspects of the campaign and takes a look at factors behind Truman's victory. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Camp1948.rtf

The Progressive Era
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5 pages in length. A great number of the people who lived in the United States during the 1920's were the same people who had lived there during the Progressive Era, a period of change that took place from approximately 1900 to1920. Yet some historians have claimed that Progressive ideals were lost and that those same Americans demonstrated a self-centered intolerance during the 1920's. This paper will address the question of why some historians have such a negative and pessimistic opinion of people who lived during that time, as well as discuss the differences between America in the 1920's as compared to the Progressive Era. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Progera.wps

The Progressive Movement
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A 5 page discussion of the Progressive Movement and its accomplishments in the first two decades of the twentieth century. Discusses the deplorable working conditions and the many reforms which were implemented as a result of the Progressive Movement. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPprogMv.wps

The Promise of American Life & Decline of Moral Value (1865 - 1998)
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A 9 page paper arguing that moral values have not kept pace with technological progress America has seen since the Civil War. The paper uses and cites seven works of literature as sources and discussion points to provide its thesis. Red Badge Of Courage, Shane, & SeaWolf are among the works used.
Filename: Morals.wps

The Quiz Show Scandal Of The 1950's
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A 6 page paper discussing the scandal of the 1950's that involved game shows and the rigging of those game shows. America was essentially a land of innocence, especially in regards to television and the media. We were not yet callused to depictions we saw on the television set and we trusted those we saw in the media. The quiz show scandal, which revealed a 'fixed' game, changed all of that. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Quizscan.wps