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Westward Expansion and Reform in America, 2008.
This paper looks at the growth of the reform movements of America (1820-1850).
1,172 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper discusses the political reform movements that tried to shape the evolving American nation into a more compassionate society. The paper discusses the rise of evangelicalism, or popular religious Protestantism, that addressed concerns about slavery, the welfare of the most helpless members of society, such as the mentally ill and the imprisoned and the political influence of immigrants, women, African-Americans.
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"From 1820-1850, America grew--geographically, it sprawled out into the Western territories, and economically, industrialism and immigration in the North created a more prosperous, but also a more diverse and divided society. In the wake of these changes, political reform movements tried to shape the evolving nation into a more compassionate society. Concerns about increasing the number of representative slave states in the legislature, questions about who would be politically influential in the America of the future (immigrants, women, or African-Americans), and concerns about the most helpless members of society, such as the mentally ill and the imprisoned, became thrust to the forefront of the American political consciousness. America began to define its value system, and this self-definition did not come easily, as the Southern half of the nation had a very different vision than the Northern part of the nation as to what constituted American morality and justice."
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"Southern California: An Island on the Land", 2008.
A review of the book "Southern California: An Island on the Land" by Carey McWilliams.
1,190 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper discusses McWilliams' thesis in "Southern California: An Island on the Land" that California, the golden state of great wealth was built by exploiting individuals who never enjoyed its riches and were often unjustly denied the name or rights of Americans. The paper is of the opinion that McWilliams' book, although first written in 1946, is a strikingly refreshing text to read against more conventional and seemingly balanced histories. The paper explains that McWilliams' passionate history seems to better express the land and why California is still so complex, so racially divided and provokes such passion today.
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"Carey McWilliams' title of his history of Southern California, Southern California: An Island on the Land, suggests that Southern California encapsulates a unique culture, as distinct from the rest of the United States, almost like an island nation. Although tied to the land, the colorful constellation of cultures, political personalities, and economic speculation that influenced the region caused it stand apart from the rest of the nation. McWilliams attempts to explain some of the extraordinary developments that occurred during the region's history, even before it became a state."
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The Legitimacy of the Indian Wars, 2008.
A review of the conflicts between native Americans and colonists.
2,372 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
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This paper analyzes the conflicts between native Americans and colonists in terms of the moral legitimacy of warfare. The paper states that the end result of these conflicts are clear; it led to the deaths of thousands of native Americans and the eventual disappearance of the majority of the native American tribes within North America. The paper argues that the results were disastrous for the native Americans, however on further examination, it becomes evident that the Indian wars qualify as a just war.
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"In order to determine the legitimacy of the Indian Wars, a context for understanding the agents of action within the war must be developed. The Indian Civil War occurred in parallel to the American Civil War. The conflict began in the wake of the French and Indian War. The British, after acquiring the significant amount of territory ceded by the French dictated that settlements were forbidden west of the Appalachian Mountains. This policy was made to ensure that conflicts between the Native Americans and colonists would not continue to persist. However, due to pressure from the colonists, the British negotiated a treaty with the Iroquois in 1768 to allow for colonial expansion beyond the Ohio River."
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European Economics after World War II, 2008.
An analysis of the devastating effect of World War II on the European economy.
3,238 words (approx. 13.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 93.95
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This paper examines the economic impact that World War II had on Europe. It provides a brief history of the lead-up to the war and the cost of the war in terms of human casualty and then analyzes why World War II had such a devastating effect on the European economy. Finally, the paper discusses the rapid growth of the post-War golden age in Europe and the factors that contributed to it.
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"The economy of Europe lagged far behind the United States after World War II and into the 50s (Eichengreen 2007). Its gross domestic product level was barely half American levels per person. The mass production methods in the US, which were introduced in the first half of the 20th century were just arriving in Europe at this time. Typical automobiles and modern household appliances in the US were still few and exceptional in Europe. Even 50 years later, Western Europe was still far from the US in terms of per capita GDP. But institutions of European integration wiped this difference in the quality of life so marked 50 years ago. They locked peaceful Germany into Europe so as to unleash its huge industrial might. It was something, which France and other European countries would not have allowed. These institutions created the Common Market, which in turn induced the huge expansion of trade and increased efficiency. Through the Single Market Program set up in 1986, these European institutions created a continental economy, which can now support global champion firms at a scale and a scope that could compete internationally. And with the introduction of the Euro, the inflation problem, which plagued Europe in most of the 20th century, disappeared (Eichengreen)."
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Diversity in American Cities, 2008.
An analysis of the diversity within American society and examples of times when this diversity has not been homogeneous.
1,255 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper discusses the factors that shaped the cultural, economic, and political landscape of the United States during the nineteenth century. It specifically discusses the amalgamation and blending of cultures within American society and describes examples of when the diverse mixture of races, ethnicities, cultures and languages in America has not been particularly homogeneous.
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"To some extent, this blindness or indifference concerning the current trends of inequality can be attributed to the past two centuries of American history. Specifically, many people within the United States tend to look back at our most tangible achievements in the name of equality--emancipation and the civil rights movement--and make the erroneous conclusion that America is the land of opportunity, instead of the more reasonable belief that America can become the land of opportunity. In other words, the understanding of the American dream as a reality rather than a goal is the major ideological blinding factor in modern American society. Undeniably, the past two centuries have brought this nation closer to its philosophical dreams, but they remain just that--dreams. They may never be reached, but we should never cease in out pursuit of them."
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German-American Internment, 2008.
Looks at the internment of German-Americans during WWII.
2,850 words (approx. 11.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 84.95
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This paper explains that the history of the Japanese internment camps is becoming more widely studied; however, the internment of German-Americans, even some Jewish refugees, in the United States during WWII has not been highly publicized. The author tells the personal stories of some of these internees. The paper stresses that, although World War II is in the distant past, after 9/11, there were Arab-Americans who were detained in jails for quite some time for no reason. The United States must find the appropriate way of protecting the nation against security threats without losing sight of the liberties.
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"Because the FBI did not have the language ability and the contacts in Latin America, they drew up lists of Germans they found suspicious on the slightest evidence and anonymous informants. No holds were barred, as landlords turned in tenants and visa versa, and old lovers turned in each other. Anyone who made a denunciation to the U.S. consul in Guayaquil was paid $50 or given whisky. In Mexico, journalists and informants received retainers for providing "positive information" of dangerous Nazis. The flaws in this approach were obvious and objected to by at least two U.S. ambassadors."
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Ethnic Groups in World War II, 2008.
This paper discusses the books "Journey to Topaz" and "Desert Exile: The Uprooting of a Japanese American Family" by Yoshiko Uchida.
1,235 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the books "Journey to Topaz" and "Desert Exile: The Uprooting of a Japanese American Family" by Yoshiko Uchida. Specifically it describes and compares the experiences of several ethnic and racial groups during World War II, and explains any similarities or differences in the treatment they received, and their reactions to it.
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""On February 19, 1942, President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued an executive order which authorized the Secretary of War 'to prescribe areas from which any or all persons may be excluded'" ("Journey to Topaz" vii). This was the beginning of one of the darkest times in U.S. history - the internment of thousands of Japanese Americans, simply because of their ethnicity. In "Journey to Topaz," Japanese American Yoshiko Uchida chronicles her family's removal and relocation from Oakland California to the Topaz internment camp outside Delta, Utah in "Desert Exile," and writes of a fictional Japanese family in "Journey to Topaz." Both books indicate the struggles and inhumanities faced by the Japanese after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and show their strength of spirit in the face of adversity."
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Decolonization of the British Empire in Africa, 2008.
An analysis of the ways in which former British African colonies influenced one another, with a focus on Kenya and Zimbabwe.
2,537 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper examines the extent to which the former British African colonies influenced one another, independent of British leadership. It describes the reasons why the colonies influenced each other, focusing specifically on two of the former African colonies under the British Empire - Kenya and Zimbabwe. The paper describes the background of the colonization and the self-determination of the two colonies.
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Background
Self-Determination
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"In summary, the influences that the Black African organizations had on one another during the process of decolonization ranged from persuasive, in joining together in the call for unity and Black leadership in the African nations; coercion during the years process of decolonization as the individual self-interest and groups vying for power became more subversive and coercive in nature in a struggle for power; and, finally, at least for Kenya and Rhodesia, a period of acculturation, during which the pending Black leadership assumed the identity and institutions and roles of the as yet in tact British empire. The new regimes resorted again to coercion in order to deal with the remnants of the colonialism, and to fend off competing Black forces challenging existing authorities for political power."
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Adolf Hitler, 2008.
A discussion of the life and legacy of Adolf Hitler, as well as the importance of teaching about him in schools.
1,239 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 42.95
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This paper argues the importance of teaching about the life and power of Adolf Hitler. It begins by discussing his childhood and then discusses his role in World War II and his perpetration of the Holocaust. It looks at the effect that the Holocaust had on the Jewish people and suggests that they thrived as a result of it. Finally the paper discusses Hitler's legacy.
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Introduction
Childhood
The Holocaust
Conclusion - Hitler's Legacy
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"Everyone was young once, and Hitler is no exception to that. As a child, Hitler had a father that was often distant and a mother that was overly attentive. Evidence from studies dealing with this type of arrangement indicate that this can have an adverse effect on a child growing up. Often these children are not well-adjusted and may be difficult or have trouble accepting and dealing with others when they grow older. Naturally, this can be very problematic, not only for the individual that has grown up this way but also for those that must live and work with that person (Nardo, 2002)."
"Hitler appears to fit into this profile quite well, as he obviously had issues with others and could not accept people that were different from him. Most people, however, do not take things as far as he did, but most of them also do not have the option of acquiring the kind of power that Hitler had. When he was very young he was whipped quite often by his father, which hurt his spirit more than his body (Nardo, 2002). However, where some people would feel broken and defeated from this type of behavior, it made Hitler strong and he vowed from a young age not to cry anymore when he was whipped (Stalcup, 2000)."
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Indian History, 2008.
A detailed account of the history of India, including a discussion on the influence of the various sectors of Indian society.
3,323 words (approx. 13.3 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 94.95
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This paper presents an overview of the history of India beginning with the creation of the Indian National Congress in 1884. More specifically, the paper discusses India's independence, the emergence of the various political groups in the country, and the influence of the "moderates", the "swarajists". The paper also discusses the influence on India of the strong leadership of Mahatma Gandhi.
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"Gandhi's action of suspending the non-cooperation movement was severely criticized by other movement advocates and other sectors (National Indian Congress 2004, Edidin 2006). But other critics recognized its most outstanding feature as the willingness and ability of people in general to endure hardships and punishment inflicted by the government. The movement may have collapsed but its great impact survives and is destined to inspire the nation to persist on a stronger campaign. It clearly served as a basis for new faith and new hope in the people. It roused in them a new confidence in their own power to fight for freedom. Because of the movement, the Congress, for the first time, turned into a truly mass movement."
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U.S. Productivity Slowdown, 2008.
A look at many different causes and consequences of the productivity slowdown in the U.S during the 1970s to the mid 1990s.
2,311 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper attempts to analyze the specific causes of the productivity slowdown in the U.S. during the 1970s. Three specific causes are identified as prevalent causes for the productivity slowdown: increases in oil prices as a result of the formation of OPEC and the Iranian hostage crisis , the entrance of baby boomers into the workforce which diluted both the experience of the entire workforce in general, and finally, a substantial decrease in technology investments and infrastructural investments on an industry wide level. The paper explores the many different causes and consequences of the productivity slowdown and how this will implicitly affect the industrialized world within the next decade. Two graphs are included with the paper.
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"One of the often cited reasons for the productivity growth slowdown is the impact of high prices for oil. Oil shocks have been a prominent element in economist's views on productivity and overall growth patterns. It is not only attributed as a causal factor for productivity slowdowns, it also is known to cause a phenomenon of "stagflation" where high inflation is accompanied by high unemployment. When during the 1970s and 1980s, overall productivity fail to just .31% it was reflective of a period that experienced severe oil shocks. Oil prices have a distinct impact on productivity because it is used as the vehicle to power every segment of the economy and industry. With the severe oil shocks, costs roses unexpected and so did overall complications in relation with oil shortages. "
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The Columbian Exchange, 2008.
This paper discusses how Christopher Columbus' arrival to the New World instigated the transfer of various elements between Europe and the New World.
1,488 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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The paper discusses the Columbian Exchange, the term used to refer to the transfer of various elements between the New World and Europe. The paper discusses the positive elements like the exchange of foodstuffs and agricultural products and methods as well as the negative elements, such as the introduction of disease.
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"Columbus and his men introduced diseases into the New World which killed thousands of Indians who were not immune to organisms that had long since ceased to have any adverse effects on the Europeans. This as well is blamed on Columbus, though clearly he could not have known that this would be the result of his visit, even if he had known that he was arriving in a completely New World and not in India as he first believed. Europe was affected by such devastating illnesses as leprosy, ergotism, scurvy, cholera, smallpox, measles, diphtheria, typhus, tuberculosis, and influenza. These diseases were deadly on a scale it is difficult to imagine. There were some diseases in the New World before Columbus, and people did die from them."
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