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Term Papers on American Foreign Policy after World War II

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Russian War in Chechnya Justification »

This 8 page report discusses the Russian war in Chechnya. As with so many of the battles going on around the world, the Russian war in the province of Chechnya is one that is difficult to understand and appears to change on an almost daily basis. Numerous issues are at stake in the confrontation, not ...
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Cold War and Propaganda »

This 1 page essay explores how propaganda was used in the fifties. The knowledge and intent of propaganda by the U.S. is the focus of the paper. No bibliography.
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Overview of the Seventeenth Century Iroquois Fur Trade Wars »

(6 pp) "As to the natives of this country, I find them entirely savage and wild, strangers to all decency, yea, uncivil and stupid as garden poles, proficient in all wickedness and godlessness; devilish men, who serve nobody but the Devil …" Reverend Jonas Michaelius in 1628. This ...
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Terrorism and Our Involvement in the Middle East »

This 9 page paper explores the history of terrorism as is presented by radical Islam and examines questions regarding whether our current fight against it is justified. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Symbolic Tale of The Milagro Beanfield War »

6 pages in length. The Milagro Beanfield War is a simple yet richly symbolic tale of a war between the rich and the poor. This classic tale of good vs. evil transcends what one reads on the page or sees on the screen, but leaves one walking away with a feeling inside ...
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The Liberian Civil War »

(8 pp) Who is Charles Taylor and what is he doing to Liberia? According to Sheer (2000), from 1990 to 1997, 30,000 to 60,000 armed fighters (10 percent of whom were under the age of 15) raped, stole, and killed their way across the country of what used ...
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Summaries of War and What It Means »

(5pp) Man seems to be comfortable in warfare, whatever the time period. Each side engaged in the "noble fight" feels that it is in sole possession of the only possible answer. In this discussion "domination" and independence clash strongly throughout the world during a period of ...
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Past and Present Drug War in Colombia »

A 5 page paper which discusses the past and present of the Colombian drug war. The paper discusses what the Colombian government has done to fight the battle, as well as what the Colombian government is doing presently. The involvement of other countries in this battle is also discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Forces That Led to the U.S. Emancipation Proclamation »

The Civil War was the most devastating event in the history of the United States. The political, social and economic effects of that particular war are still being felt today. The 'cause' of the Civil War is generally understood to be the controversy surrounding slavery and the abolition of that institution. ...
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Cold War Impact of Iranians in the United States »

This five page-paper presents and in-depth discussion on why Iranians first began coming to the US and what historical event promoted their migration. Bibliography lists four sources.
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An Examination of Pre Civil War Texas »

This 5 page paper considers the role of Texas as discussed in Campbell's book; "An Empire for Slavery". The development of Texas economically and the way in which the freedom of slaves was resisted with proactive measures is considered and o8utlined in this paper. The bibliography cites 1 source.
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War Culture of Europe Until 1700 »

The European social, political and economic cultural structure was not a peaceful process of evolution. This 7 page paper asserts that the many factors that influenced the development of what is now considered Europe includes, perhaps is founded upon, the many wars and disputes that plagued its history. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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US Involvement in the Korean War and the Future of North and South Korea »

This 3 page paper explores the history with North and South Korea and contends that that history demands our continued involvement. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Spanish Civil War and Internalization »

A 5 page paper discussing factional reactions to the Spanish Civil War. Of course we know now that any revolution for democracy is born of an intense and pervasive desire for it. In the time of the Spanish Civil War, the bloody struggle was that of ideologies pitted against one another. ...
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Poetry and War »

A 5 page paper which compares and contrasts John McCrae's "In Flanders Fields" and Wilfred Owen's "Dulce et Decorum Est" as they relate to depictions of war. Also mentioned are Matthew Arnold's "Dover Beach" and Richard Lovelace's "To Lucasta." Bibliography lists 4 additional sources.
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War Justification and the Taliban Terrorist Network »

This 5 page paper deals with the specific and philosophical reasons for the United State's retaliation for the WTC bombings of September 11th, 2001. Brief history of the Taliban included. Biblography lists 4 sources.
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Spiritual Perspectives of Native American Author N. Scott Momaday »

A 5 page paper which examines the position of Native American author Natachee Scott Momaday which argues that Native Americans have a special understanding of how things, material and living, have a deep connection and how non Natives can benefit from that knowledge. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Art of War by Sun Tzu »

A 7 page research paper that offers a brief biography of Sun Tzu, then outlines and summarizes the main points of the book and concludes with a brief discussion of the importance of applying this philosophy to current US military situations. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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War of 1812 and Commodore Isaac Chauncey »

This 5 page paper discusses some of Chauncey's actions and command at Lakes Erie and Ontario. Chauncey established his main site at Sacket's Harbor by Lake Ontario. His aim was to prevent communication between the British forces along Lake Ontario. He succeeded in doing that although Chauncey is not perceived ...
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Peloponnesian War Defeat of Athens in 404 B.C. »

A 10 page paper which examines why the powerful Athens failed to defeat Sparta. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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History of Land War Strategies »

This 10 page paper provides an overview of strategies used for land missions throughout history. The paper begins in ancient times and ends in the present. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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People's History »

This 5 page paper explores a number of problems that were faced by women, factory workers, African Americans and Native Americans. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Wilfred Owen's Depiction of Death in War in 'Dulce et Decorum Est' »

This paper considers Wildred Owen's poem by this name, and argues that its' message is one that contradicts the generally held beliefs that it is noble and heroic to die for one's country. The paper illustrates this further using quotes form the poem. The MLA style bibliography cites 1 source. ...
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Islamic View of Holy War »

A 7 page research paper that describes Islamic theology on this topic, citing the Koran, but also explores how fatwas play a role in Islamic belief and the subsequent justification of terrorism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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DUBAI VS THE MIDDLE EAST: A NATION-STATE IN LOVE WITH MONEY, NOT WAR »

This 15-page paper discusses reasons why Dubai of the United Arab Emirates has forged a peaceful and profitable existence. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Solutions for California Prison Overcrowding »

This 3 page paper examines the problem of California having to comply with the federal court order to reduce prison overcrowding. Three options are suggested. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Post War Propaganda Posters and the Spanish Civil War »

This 6 page paper analyzes three posters used during this critical time in history. The symbolism and intent of the posters are detailed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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George Washington and the Revolutionary War »

This 3 page paper examines George Washington's leadership ability. it contends that Washington was ultimately responsible for the victory and not the incompetence of the British forces. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Hannah and O'Brien's War Stories: The Sacred and the Mundane »

This is a 3 page paper that provides an overview of stories by Hannah and O'Brien. Interpretation of symbols emphasizes the link between the sacred and the mundane. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Brief History of American Civil Rights »

This 4 page research paper offers a brief history of civil rights in America. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Colonial To 1877 Slavery Effects »

4 pages in length. The writer discusses how blacks and whites coped with and cultural changed because of the institution of slavery. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN CAR »

This 5-page paper presents an overview of the history of the U.S. auto industry. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Leadership at the Battle of Ia Drang »

A 14 page paper. Lieutenant General Harold (Hal) G. Moore led the first major American battle in Vietnam. He was a Lieutenant Colonel at the time. Moore’s 450 troops fought against 2,000 well-trained North Vietnamese troops for three days with constant artillery being fired. This essay provides brief biography ...
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The Problems Leading Up to the American Revolution »

This 4 page paper delineates the fact that revolution was almost assured from the time the very first English ship arrived here. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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The American Revolution is Still Underway! »

This 5 page paper presents the contention that despite the fact that our founding fathers were not gods, their vision of America is continually unfolding even today. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Women's Roles in Latin America vs. Native America »

a 4 page paper on the consideration of the traditional factors that shape these women's lives. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Indian Fighter, Politician and Hero the Life of Davy Crockett »

This 22 page paper discusses Davy Crockett’s life, his political career, some of his speeches, and his death at the Alamo. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Guatemala, Chile and Revolution »

This 6 page paper discusses the revolutions in Chile and Guatemala and argues that Guatemala’s revolution was largely the result of outside influences while Chile’s unrest came from within. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Native Americans/Preserving Independence »

A 3 page research paper that discusses the strategies used by Indians to preserve their independence in the face of colonial expansion in the eighteenth century. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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American History X and Deviance »

A 5 page paper discussing racial hatred and deviance as they exist in the skinhead movement and as they are portrayed in this film. Within the movie and within the international skinhead movement, it appears that exposure does increase activity. As that activity becomes more common, people come to be more accustomed ...
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U.S. Democracy and the Civil Rights Movement »

6 pages. The Civil Rights Movement in American Democracy had a great impact on life in the 1950's and 1960's. Within this paper are discussed some of the main events of the movement, their importance, and who was involved. Some of the major organizations associated with the Civil Rights Movement are discussed ...
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Improving American Life with the North American Free Trade Agreement »

This 5 page paper describes the ways in which NAFTA has lived up to its promises and the ways in which it has improved the lives and working conditions as well as the economy for America. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Native American Earthworks and a Poverty Point Archaeological Investigation »

A 5 page paper exploring the societal importance of this massive series of prehistoric earthworks which overlook the Mississippi River swamplands in northeastern Louisiana. The author of this paper explores the construction techniques employed at the site and the problems which are encountered when archaeologists try to interpret its ...
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The Food of Cuba »

12 pages in length. Cuban cuisine is world renown for its vibrant flavors and unique combination of ingredients to produce some of the most exquisite tastes known to man. Leading the culinary community with innovative and trendsetting cooking techniques, Cuba has long been revered for its delicious contributions. ...
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Mississippi and Native Americans' Removal »

This 8 page paper discusses the history of the Trail of Tears in regard to the Chicasaw and Choctaw Nations. History, brief overview, conclusions drawn. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Absolute Monarchy of the Early Modern Era, Style of Baroque, and the Scientific Revolution »

5 pages in length. Introducing such revolutionary concepts as were developed during the scientific revolution truly transformed the way in which the world operated. So many inventions changed how people lived their lives that it was not difficult to leave behind the archaic in favor of the new ...
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Naturalism and Realism in the Literature of the Nineteenth Century »

A seven page paper which looks at the concepts of realism and naturalism in fiction, particularly in relation to Howells' 'The Rise of Silas Lapham' and Dreiser's 'Sister Carrie'. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Native American 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 and future applicability. Bibliography lists 6 sources. ...
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Native Americans and Suicide »

Native Americans are not culturally predisposed to suicide. They are, however, at high risk for suicide as a result of both social and physical factors. This 5 page paper explores a number of different factors that contribute to the high rate of suicide among Native Americans. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Ramona by Helen Hunt Jackson and Native American Responses to Whites »

A 5 page paper which examines how Native Americans responded to Anglo whites in Helen Hunt Jackson's 1884 novel, "Ramona," and evaluate whether or not their responses changed over time.
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