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Term Papers on American Foreign Policy after World War II

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The Nineteenth Century Ghost Dance Era »

A 7 page investigation of this critical point in Native American and US history. This paper explores the differences that existed between the Native view of what was right and the white view. Bibliography lists sources.
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The Material Culture of Slaves in Early America »

A 4 page discussion of how material culture can reflect a blending of cultural influences. Using the example of pottery from early slave quarters found in the archaeological record, this paper suggests a blending of white, slave, and Native American influences. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Nature in Narratives of Americanness Between 1840 and 1860 »

A 6 page consideration of some of the more notable writings in this period in American history. The paper emphasizes that references to nature made by great writers like Thoreau, Emerson, Whitman, and Twain, all reflect that each of these men prided themselves on individuality, self reliance, and independence, ...
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Did Slavery and Slave Expansion Dominate the U.S. Presidency from 1830 to 1865? »

In four pages this paper affirms American historian Morton Keller’s claim that slavery and slave expansion dominated the U.S. presidential agendas during this time period. Four sources are listed in the bibliography.
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Diabetes and the Aging Native American Population »

A 6 page overview of the problems presented by diabetes among elderly Native Americans. This paper emphasizes the importance of the recognition of cultural differences in addressing diabetes and other health problems for these people. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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The Industrial Revolution in America »

This 3 page paper discusses the impact of the Industrial Revolution on American families with regard to work, society and technology. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Industrialism: Impact Upon The United States Population »

3 pages in length. Industrialization was a watershed moment in American history whereby the social and economic transition afforded by this particular period served to catapult the nation by leaps and bounds. Technological advancement, labor opportunities and the birth of big business reflected tremendous expansion that seemed to ...
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Mato Tilpali: Conflict in the Black Hills »

A 5 page overview of the conflict that has arisen in trying to meet the multi-use designation of this national monument. This paper is written from the perspective of a Native American stakeholder who contends that the Lakota Nation should have control of this region. Bibliography lists 5 ...
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Variations in European and Native American Interactions »

A 3 page review of the interactions that occurred during colonial times between Native Americans and the Europeans that invaded their lands. The author observes differences in colonial administration and goals Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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“The American Indians”: A Critique of the Web Site »

A 4 page overview of this web site and its features. The author concludes that this is more of a commercial site than a site designed solely to provide a lesson in American history. No additional sources are listed.
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The Great Depression »

This 4 page paper provides an overview of this period of American history. Causes are explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Beliefs of Hopi and Iroquois Native Americans »

A 6 page paper which examines the beliefs of the Iroquois and the Hopi Native American tribes. Physical environment and beliefs is the focus of the paper. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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"Colored People": The History of the Term »

This 3 page paper considers the various terms applied to African Americans over the years, whether or not the term "colored people" is derogatory, and whether the NAACP should consider changing its name. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Mining Uranium in Kakadu National Park »

This 6 page paper looks at the management of the uranium mining at Kakadu National Park (KNP) which is also a World Heritage Site and argues that the bias for nuclear energy on the part of the Austrian government prevented sufficient positive or negative incentives to be out into place ...
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History of the Voice of America »

A 3 page overview of the history and intent of the Voice of America. The author frames the societal circumstances that existed in 1942 when this powerful ideological tool was released to the world. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Enlightenment Arguments for and against Separation of Church and State »

This 6 page paper considers arguments by Enlightenment thinkers with regard to the separation of church and state, and how these arguments influenced Americans, particularly Thomas Jefferson. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Early America and Opportunity »

A 6 page paper which examines early America and opportunity based on Paul Johnson’s “A History of the American People” and Howard Zinn’s “People's History of the United States.” No additional sources cited.
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Rauchway/Murdering McKinley »

A 5 page book review on Murdering McKinley by historian Eric Rauchway, in which the author creates a gripping story from what has basically become a footnote in twentieth century American history--the murder of President William McKinley in 1901 by anarchist Leon Czolgosz. Through an intriguing use of narrative perspective, ...
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How Revolutionary was the American Revolution? »

This 3 page paper discusses the question of whether or not the American Revolution made a real difference in the issues of slavery, religion and women's rights, and argues that it was not as revolutionary as first thought. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass and Slavery as an 'Injurious' Institution »

A 4 page paper which examines how slavery was as injurious to the white slaveholders and overseers as it was to the slaves in the American South. No additional sources are used.
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1095 Speech of Pope Urban II and its Relevance »

This 3 page paper examines the speech that would call for the First Crusade. The social and political background of the speech is examined as well as why the Pope received such overwhelming support. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Coming of Age in Mississippi by Anne Moody and the American Civil Rights Movement »

A 4 page paper which examines the effects of discrimination on Southern blacks during the 1950s as characterized by the lives of Moody’s family and acquaintances, the ways her life changed after leaving home for the city and going onto college, the dangers she confronted while working for racial equality ...
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Brazil's Democracy Development »

The development in democracy in Brazil has demonstrated a different pattern that seen in other parts of the world. This 5 page paper examines the development of democracy and includes consideration of the history as a Portuguese colony and the role of slavery as well as the military coups and ...
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The History of Cuba's Fight for Independence »

A 9 page paper tracing Cuba's history from Columbus' discovery to the present day, focusing on Castro's seizing of the government in 1959. The paper also discusses Che Guevara, an Argentine revolutionary that Castro met while both were in exile in Cuba. Guevara joined Castro's cause and served ...
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U.S. History and the Definitive Component of Race »

This 3 page paper examines slavery and views race as integral to the practice. White slavery is touched on as well. Racism is discussed as something that is unique to American history. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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American Colonies and Mercantilism »

This 3 page paper examines the belief known as 'mercantilism' and how it led to the Navigation Acts, which were one of the factors in causing the American Revolution. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Revolutionary War's Political and Socioeconomic Causes »

This 4 page paper examines the various causes surrounding the American Revolution. The Enlightenment is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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An Article on Drug Addiction and Korean Teens Summarized »

A 4 page research paper that summarizes and analyzes a study by Hyun, Kools and Kim (2004), which was designed to provide a model that would shed light on the recovery process from substance abuse and dependence for Korean adolescents. Their study identifies the stages for recovery and specifies ...
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Women and Slavery »

A 5 page paper which examines how slavery for women left negative as well as positive impacts on African American women. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Native Americans and End of Life Issues »

This 3 page paper uses a web site to help explore how Native Americans may choose to face end-of-life issues. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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A Review of the Korean American Experience in Clay Walls by Kim Ronyoung »

A 6 page discussion of Kim Ronyoung's "Clay Walls". This paper illustrates the differences between Haesu and Faye and contends that this difference defines the Korean American experience. No additional sources are listed.
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US Government's Failure of the Late Nineteenth Century Assimilation of Native Americans »

During the second half of the 19th century there were increased efforts to assimilate the Native American Indians into the mainstream settler culture. This 7 page paper looks at the way this assimilation was undertaken and why it was bound to fail. The bibliography cites 8 sources.
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Russian Imperialism and the Warsaw Pact »

A 5 page discussion of the role of the 1955 Warsaw Pact in Russia's past and present imperialistic tendencies. Cautions that while the Warsaw Pact was dissolved with the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, Russian imperialism continues to present many concerns to world order. Bibliography lists ...
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James Madison, Thomas Jefferson, and American Politics »

6 pages in length. The writer discusses Thomas Jefferson and James Madison as they relate to American politics. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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West's Rise and Bulliet et al's The Earth and Its Peoples »

A 5 page research paper that relies on the text The Earth and Its Peoples by Bulliet, et al (1997) to discuss three areas of history. The first section of the paper concerns the "rise of the West," the next section relates European expansionism to the Atlantic slave trade, and ...
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War and its Compelling Literary Themes »

9 pages in length. When we review several diverse texts there can be found a common theme about wars, control, power, economy, etc. It is easy to see we live in a culture that is embedded in war. It is obvious that man will go to any length to fight ...
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Native American Cultural Changes »

This 5 page paper looks at the Culture of the native Americans and the way in which it has changed over the years as a result of increased immigration to the United States. From the days before Columbus to the current day the culture has evolved through force rather than ...
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Ride of Paul Revere »

A 5 page research paper that examines the true circumstances and contributions of Paul Revere to the American Revolution. While pointing out that the details of Longfellow's famous poem are inaccurate, the writer argues that Revere's life, in general, was indicative of the political and cultural attitude of New Englanders ...
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Three Leaders, Tecumseh, Jefferson and Columbus »

A 6 page research paper that compares three historical figures on several points, including leadership qualities and their significance to the 'American Experience.' These figures are Christopher Columbus, Thomas Jefferson and Tecumseh. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Dann Sisters, the Western Shoshone and Native American Land Rights »

A 15 page discussion of the concepts of Native American sovereignty, property rights and land ownership. Outlines the government policies towards these concepts and the history of U.S. dealings with Native Americans in regard to them. Uses the plight of the Western Shoshone and the Dann sisters in particular to illustrate the rights ...
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American Slavery Reparations »

A 6 page research paper that examines the social issue as to whether or not reparations should be made to the African American descendants of slavery. The writer argues on behalf of such legislation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Identity of Native Americans, Religion and Politics »

A 5 page paper that explores and examines the theme of the reconciliation of the heritage of Native American politics and religion with that of the heritage of the politics and religion of European colonization in twentieth century literature. Discussed and compared are John Neihardt's 1932 publication of Black ...
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Native American Past and Present Historical Issues »

A 6 page overview of the historic and contemporary issues confronting Native Americans. The author condenses these issues into three main categories: health, land and leadership. Background information is provided for each category and the reasons for its importance are emphasized in terms of statistics and historic ...
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The Difficult Beginnings of America »

This 7 page paper compares the American Revolution with the changes which occurred about a decade later when the Constitutional Convention made important decisions. Shays's Rebellion is discussed. The paper concludes that the latter time period, during the 1780s, is more significant than the 1770s in terms of America's ...
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Karl Marx, Adam Smith, Enlightenment, Revolution, the State, and the Individual »

This 5 page paper explores the concept of preference to individual desires and needs as opposed to the state's through the eyes of Adam Smith and Karl Marx. The Enlightenment, American Revolution and French Revolution are seen as influential in terms of a shift in thought about individuality. Bibliography lists ...
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Failure of the American Family as a Sociological Model »

A 6 page contention that the American nuclear family as a sociological model is failing. Lists current issues that verify that contention and suggests a change in attitude from the “us verses them” attitude which so characterizes today’s family to one which is not only receptive to receiving support ...
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Native American Culture and Manifest Destiny »

This 7 page paper considers how the paradigm of the manifest destiny influenced the culture and history of the Native American Indians. Aspect such as divine rights and noblesse oblige on the part of the white man are considered. Particular attention is paid to the Cherokees in Georgia and Indian ...
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Sugar Production in Colonial Cuba and its Effects on Slavery and Business »

An 18 page overview of the historical setting of sugar production in Cuba. Emphasizes that sugar production not only impacted Cuban plantation owners and processors, it impacted a diversity of people the world over. While some of these impacts were positive, many were not. The concentration on ...
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A Review of How Did American Slavery Begin? »

A 5 page overview of the historical provided in the five separate essays which comprise this book. Comments on the injustice of one reviewers comments and provides a review which is targeted toward illuminating the common ideas and themes in the essays contained in "How Did American Slavery Begin". ...
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Comparative Analysis of Buddhism and Native American Beliefs »

This 9 page paper looks at the basic beliefs Buddhism and Native American beliefs and looks to compare them finding many differences, but also many similarities. These are discussed in terms of a similar message and just a different representation though the different cultures. The bibliography cites 6 sources.
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