War & Technology / U.S. (1770-1870) : A 5 page research paper on how the U.S. employed existing technology for warfare during this period, rather than investing in war technologies. Only one weapon was invented by an American during this period, although peacetime technologies were converted during wartime. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Wartech.wps

U.S. Industrial Revolution (1800-1890) : A 5 page research paper on the impacts of the first U.S. industrial revolution on business, consumers and labor during the 1800s. The writer focuses on the economy of business and the nation, family relationships, and labor relationships. Bibliography lists 5 sources. 1800indu.wps

Development Of The American Identity In The 19^th Century : This 6 page report discusses how the United States developed its own unique "identity" in the 19^th century. Change and establishment of that identity was found in issues relating to race and slavery, the development of the American political system, and the westward expansion of the country. Bibliography lists 6 sources. West19th.wps

America's Second War of Independence, The War of 1812 : In 5 pages the author discusses the war of 1812. " America's second war of independence was the War of 1812, which is also called the Napoleonic Wars. The War of 1812 was limited in its popularity. It was a relatively minor war. The United States did not fare well in the War of 1812." Bibliography lists 4 sources. 1812war.wps

Anti-Slavery Movements : 15 pages discussing the anti-slave movements that existed from the late eighteenth through the mid-nineteenth centuries. Bibliography contains 11 sources. Antislav.wps

(The) Battle at Little Big Horn : is a 6 page report that looks at the battle from a neutral perspective, providing insight both into the Indian and Military points of view. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Litbigho.wps

Learning From Custer : A 10 page paper that considers General George Armstrong Custer’s leadership skills in light of today’s business management standards. The writer examines Custer’s successes and failures in comparison to the requirements organizations have of their managers and supervisors. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Gcuster.wps

Native American Views On Custer : An 8 page paper analyzing the Native American view of Custer and the battle at Little Big Horn that they should have won. The analysis is based on their spiritual views on land preservation and how the preservation has been their spiritual duty for 20 million years. This is contrasted to the U.S. settler's views of autonomy on a new land, and the belief that they also received this land in exchange of developing the "right" form of government. The Native American view concentrates on the vision as interpreted by Crazy Horse and the council of Chiefs of that time period. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Custer.wps

The Flight of Chief Joseph and His People / Manifest Destiny? : 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. Chjoseph.wps

Colonization Of Texas : A 4 page research report on the Colonization of Texas in 1824. At that time, Mexico wanted to prohibit the encroachment of its territories by the pioneers moving West. They offered an agreement of three conditions to any Anglos who wanted to settle there. Conflict erupted and Texas eventually gained its independence from Mexico. Bibliography included. Texas.wps

John C. Calhoun : Irving Bartlett’s John C. Calhoun A Biography is discussed in this 9 page paper that focuses on military and southern culture. Various concepts are brought up in the analysis including whether or not cultural influence is an excuse for behavior. No additional sources cited. Johnhoun.wps

John C. Calhoun & The Nullification Crisis : An 11 page account of John C. Calhoun, his ideas and philosophies and his role in the nullification crisis. Bibliography lists eight sources. Calhoun.wps

Nullification Proclamation : 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. Nullif2.wps

Forts As Trade Centers In the Old West : A 12 page analysis of two accounts of Anglo-American colonization of the West: Indian Survival on the California Frontier by Alberto Hurtado and Ritual Ground by Daniel C. Comer. These two historians are part of a new wave of scholars who are revealing aspects of history not found in traditional texts. The writer demonstrates how these two scholars place historical events within a sociological context which gives new insight into this topic. No additional sources cited. Bentfort.wps

Ralph Andrist's "The Long Death" / Plight Of The American Indians : An 8 page paper that recounts the history of the American Indians and the U.S. military strucuture that defeated them. Considered are a number of major battles and the consequences that the military push toward genocide had on the Native American nations of the 19th century. No additional sources cited. Indians.wps

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Historic Land Grants (Morill Acts) Made by the Federal Government :
A 4 page paper on the grants of vacant land given by the U.S. Federal government to make improvements during the last half of the19th century. Included in the discussion is the first Morill Act which helped build up railroads from 1850 through 1871 and also the Second Morill Act (end of the nineteenth century) which helped enable the government to make similar grants to help better-establish universities. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Landgran.wps

The Morrill Act and the History of Land Grant Colleges : 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. Landgnt.wps

Irish Immigration & The "Orange Order" : A 14 page paper in which the writer provides an overview of the history of Irish immigration in Boston and considers the impacts of the Orange Order [contributed to discriminatory practices] on the overall social climate during the 1850s. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Irishor.wps

Three Stages of Assimilation Among Irish Immigrants to America :
A 12 page paper discussing just how "American" the Irish are. Throngs—literally millions—of Irish immigrants poured into America in the mid-1800s and again toward the end of that century in response both to rumors of America as the land of opportunity at a time when their own country not only was in economic ruin but also could not support all of its people. There are those who maintain that the Irish were never fully assimilated into the American culture, but those making such claims often fail to take into account all applicable factors. Bibliography lists 11 sources. 3irish.wps

Irish Immigrants & Life in America: A 6 page paper that provides an overview of the immigration of Irish into the United States in the 19th century and considers the discrimination based on religious, cultural and educational differences. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Irimm.wps

Irish Immigration To The United States / 1840 To 1900: The process of Irish immigrant migration in the United States since the 1900s has resulted in the development of a number of significant Irish communities. This 5 page paper considers the process of Irish immigration and then considers the specific elements of current geographic composition in states like California as a segment of this process. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Iris1840.wps

Construction Work In The Mid 19th Century : The 19th century presented itself as a time of extensive growth and change for the United States. With the frontier constantly expanding, construction was on the rise. This 4 page report looks at the job and lifestyle of mid-19th century construction workers. The writer is particularly concerned with techniques, challenges, obstacles, & levels of endurance. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Conswork.wps

Sam Houston Among the Cherokee : A 12 page examination of Sam Houston's two stays among the Cherokee. The writer discusses the culture of the Cherokee and gives an overview of Houston's personal life and his career moves. Bibliography lists eight sources. Shouston.wps

The Cherokee Removal : A 20 page examination of the factors leading up to the Cherokee Removal, the Removal itself and the years immediately after the removal. Discusses the two Cherokee factions which were at play during this time period, one led by John Rodgeand the other by the principal chief of the Cherokee John Ross. Bibliography lists 12+ sources. Cherfact.wps

The Cherokee / Their Lands, Their Rights, Their Removal : A 5 page examination of the issues surrounding the forced removal of the Cherokee from their ancestral lands in Georgia. Bibliography lists ten sources. Cherk2.wps

Andrew Jackson and the Cherokee Nation : A 7 page paper that discusses the issued surrounding Andrew Jackson's role in the removal of the Cherokee Nation for its lands. Removal of Indians dated back for decades; Jackson's actions therefore not only supported his own beliefs, they sanctioned the actions and opinions that were historical present in the country during the 1800s. The writer explores the background of the principal parties and discusses the events leading up to the forced march of the Cherokees. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Jackcher.wps

W.J. Rorabaugh’s "The Craft Apprentice" / Economic, Social & Industrial Issues : A 15 page paper that considers the overview of the society and economy of ante-bellum America provided by Rorabaugh and considers the issues for the plantation economy as well as for the nation as a whole. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Craftapp.wps

The Missouri Compromise of 1820 : 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. Miss1820.wps

The Missouri Compromise # 2 : 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. Misscomp.wps

The Jacksonian Era : 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. Jackera.wps

The Cause Of The Slave Rebellion Involving Nat Turner : On August 22, 1831, a band of slaves, led by lay preacher Nat Turner, entered a house in Southampton County, Virginia and killed five members of a family. This was the beginning of a slave uprising that was to become known as Nat Turner's rebellion. This 8 page paper reviews the life of Nat Turner and his role in the rebellion. Bibliography included. Slvrebel.wps

Marriages Under Slavery : This 5 page overview on wedding ceremonies held for slaves in nineteenth century America details customs such as "jumping the broom." The role of the church is also addressed. The paper ends with marriage statistics from the time period. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Slavewed.wps

Slavery In New England : A 5 page analysis of slavery in New England explores assumptions made by Piersen in Black Yankees. The destruction of black family ties in the eighteenth century is thought to have caused the failure of blacks to become integrated into the dominant culture. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Slave2.wps

American Life & The Institution Of Slavery : A 5 page examination of life in America in regard to slavery as evidenced through the autobiographies of Frederick Douglass and Benjamin Franklin. Bibliography included. Dougfran.wps

An Overview Of Slavery : A 7 page paper that explores slavery from the Revolution through emancipation. The paper explores the issue through the political processes and impassioned abolitionist statements that occurred during those years, including slave revolts, Dred Scott, compromises, a number of abolitionist statements, and the Lincoln-Douglas debates. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Slavhist.wps

The Realities Of Slavery : A 5 page paper discussing stereotypes of slaves versus the realities of slave life, including methods of resistance. The writer provides an overview of various misconceptions of slave life and reasons for slave behavior as well as various forms of resistance. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Realisla.wps

Slavery In The 19th Century South : A 5 page paper that provides an overview of the issues related to slavery in the South in the 19th century, including the fact that slavery was not a monolithic institution, that there were slaves who owned property, and focuses on the examples provided by Frederick Douglass and Harriet Jacobs. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Slave19.wps

Debates On The Abolition Of Slavery : An 8 page paper that defines the hottest event leading up to 1876 to be the debate over the abolition of slavery, not only on moral grounds, but also on the political grounds of retaining the union of states. Debate topics include writings and speeches made by Garnet, Douglass, Garrison, Grimske, Lowell and Walker. The paper concludes with comments around the Lincoln "house divided" speech, and the Lincoln-Douglas debate of Oct 15 1858. Bibliography lists more than a dozen sources. Slavec.wps

Slavery / Differing Viewpoints : A 5 page overview of the issue of slavery and the differing viewpoints surrounding it during and after the Civil War. Includes an overview of the views of Abraham Lincoln, John C. Calhoun, Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, and W.B. Du Bois. Bibliography lists four sources. Slavdif.wps

Slavery in New Jersey / The Last Northern State to Turn : A 5 page paper that considers the agricultural, economic, social and political reasons why New Jersey was the last Northern state to embrace the emancipation of African Americans, and provides a comprehensive analysis of the arguments presented by a number of theorists. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Njslave.wps

The Alamo : 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. Alamo.wps

The American Civil War / Political Division & More : A 4 page paper that provides an overview of the major issues that led to the American Civil War. This paper suggests that while slavery was an issue, there were many other factors that lent themselves towards divisions between the North and South. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Amcivwar.wps

Civilian Life During the Civil War : A 10 page paper covering the lives of housewives, children, and others during the 1860's while America was at war with itself. Disease, dropout rates, civilian volunteer efforts, and the changing role of women are among the many issues discussed. Some insight is also provided as to how life inherently differed in the South. Bibliography lists 12 sources. Civilciv.wps

The American Civil War : In 9 pages the author discusses the American Civil War. There was nothing "civil" about the Civil War, which is also known as the War Between the States. It was a war where neighbor fought neighbor and brother fought brother. There was a painful division of families and friends just as there was a division of the North and the South. Bibliography lists 11 sources. Statewar.wps

Civil War Robber Barons : In 5 pages the author discusses the robber barons of the Civil War. Were the so-called robber barons really robber barons or where they captains of industry? The Civil War robber barons were capitalists. They were able to acquire considerable wealth by exploitation and hard-heartedness, but they were actually captains of industry and have contributed to today's industrialization. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Cwbarons.wps

The Molly Maguires: Myth and Reality : 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. Mollmag.wps

The Great Triumvirate / Calhoun, Clay & Webster : 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. Grtrium.wps

Irish-Americans During The Civil War : A 10 page paper that provides an overview of role that the Irish-Americans played in the Civil War and the impacts that there participation had on unifying the Irish-America community and creating a sense of a national identity. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Irwar.wps

Juveniles During The American Civil War : A 6 page research paper on juveniles coming of age during the American Civil war. The paper looks at family dynamic changes during this time and how juveniles had to respond to these changes by taking over adult responsibilities—to the point of sons replacing their fathers on the battlefield. The writer demonstrates how the family dynamic was carried into war because of the youth of these soldiers, and posits that this dynamic ultimately led to a justification for coming of age in war. Cvwarjuv.wps

Confederate Partisan Ranger Activity : A 27 page paper discussing the guerrilla warfare tactics employed by the Confederacy during the Civil War. Independent of stringent military control, most were led by men of integrity but other units used the war to indulge in theft and murder. In the end, some historians believe that partisan ranger activity prolonged the war; others believe that it could have prolonged the war to the extent that the South could have won. Whether viewed favorably or not, whether militarily effective or not, those Confederate rangers of integrity and constancy of purpose performed incalculable service for those left at home for the duration of the war. Their stories give a human touch to the history that so easily could be reduced these 130 years later to a listing of statistics and of the dates at which irrefutable changes were made in the course of the country. Bibliography lists 27 sources. Cwranger.wps

Civil War P.O.W. Camps : 8 pages excellently comparing P.O.W. (Prisoner Of War) camps of the North and South during the U.S. Civil War. Specifically examined are : The South's Camp Sumter (Andersonville) and the North's Fort Delaware. Bibliography lists 8 comprehensive sources. Cvlwrpow.wps

General Robert E. Lee / A Man of Principle ? : In this well-written 12 page paper, the writer examines the life and service of Confederate General Robert E. Lee. For the most part, the research is concerned with whether or not his decision to leave the U.S. military and join the Confederate Army was based upon character & principle or just selfish ignorance and loyalty to a "petty" state flag. It is argued and concluded that Lee was indeed a hero of great character who stood by what he believed in and made the best choice possible. An excellent Civil War study. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Generlee.wps

Robert E. Lee / Influence Upon The Civil War : 8 pages in length. Robert E. Lee was both a shrewd and defiant military man. It can be argued that his influences upon the Civil War were such that had he not been a primary participant in the battle, history would have recorded the ultimate outcome as having been significantly different. It was not unlike Lee to utilize every means possible in order to gain an edge over the enemy, which included a seemingly insignificant act of reading the northern newspapers carefully for clues to troop movements. The writer discusses the influences Lee had upon the Civil War. Bibliography lists 5 sources. TLCRELee.wps

Robert E. Lee at Gettysburg : 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. Gettylee.wps

Grant's Civil War Strategy : A 10 page paper that describes Grant's strategies in the Civil War. The writer presents the theory that Grant's denial of prisoner of war exchange did not result in the outcomes he expected. Rather than decreasing the Confederate forces by keeping their soldiers in Northern prisons and work camps, this strategy resulted in decreases in the Union forces and could have cost the Union victory. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Grantwar.wps

Robert E. Lee vs. Ulysses S. Grant / Contrasts & Similarities : An 18 page examination of the similarities and contrasts between Robert E. Lee and Ulysses S. Grant. Discusses the role these similarities and differences may have played in the outcome of the war and concludes that, in reality, the outcome of the war was based in much more complexity than the personalities of two men, no matter how great. Bibliography lists twenty sources. Grantlee.wps

James Longstreet / Confederate General - Civil War : In 10 pages, the author discusses the confederate general, James Longstreet giving an informative overview of the man and the war. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Longstre.doc

General P.G.T. Beauregard & The Civil War : A 10 page research paper that investigates P.G.T. Beauregard. A brief overview of his life is offered but the main focus is on his activities during the Civil War. Historically considered to be a poor commander, one expert said that he was becoming more competent when he was defeated at Shiloh, which resulted in very minor future assignments. He was very successful as a private citizen after the war. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Beaugard.wps

The Fall of Fort Donelson, Tennessee, February 13-16, 1862 : This 7 page paper looks at the victory over Ft. Henry and Ft. Donelson which was General Ulysses S. Grant’s first major victory that pushed him to the forefront of the nation during the American Civil War. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Donelson.wps

Civil War / Impacts of Industry, Population, & Timing of The North vs The South : A 5 page exploration of the factors which led to a Northern victory and a Southern defeat during the American Civil War. Details the differences between the agrarian subsistence of the south and the industrial concentration of the south and how it related to the war efforts. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Whynorth.wps

Kennesaw Mountain, Georgia / Its Role in the Civil War : A 4 page review of the importance of Kennesaw Mountain in the Civil War. Emphasizes the fortified nature of the mountain and recounts Sherman’s failure to claim it. Bibliography lists 3 sources. PPkennas.wps

Stone Mountain Georgia / A Role in the Civil War? : A 4 page review of the possible role Stone Mountain Georgia played in the Civil War. Reveals that little of substance is available on this role since no major battles occurred here. Ties in the historic importance of the area, the role of the railroad there, and the role of the community as a Civil War enlistment office. Bibliography lists 4 sources. PPStoneM.wps

The Kentucky & Virginia Resolutions : 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. Kyva.wps

Secession / Precursor to War : Scholars may argue forever over the legality of secession, but the fact is that before the Civil War the vast majority of Americans believed in the dictum set forth in the Declaration of Independence, that governments derive their just powers from the consent of the governed, and that forcing the South to remain in the Union was therefore tyrannical and immoral This 10 page paper presents the argument that the secession was a result of three major political influences. The issue of States Rights, slavery and the political agenda presented in the person of Abraham Lincoln. Although the first two were the presenting problems, the election of Lincoln was the deciding factor to secession. Bibliography lists 13 sources. Secwar.wps

And the War Came : A 5 page paper discussing the book, "And the War Came: The North and the Secession Crisis 1860-1861," by Kenneth M. Stampp. In this book the author gives an incredibly detailed account of the involvement of President Lincoln in relationship to the prevalent issues at hand during the time of the Civil War. No additional sources are provided. Warcame.wps

Necessities Of War / Civil War & Vietnam War : A 5 page essay comparing and contrasting some of the many events of the Civil War and the Vietnam War. Lincoln said that there were necessities of war. What did he mean? This is the specific question explored in this essay. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Civiet.wps

Civil War Consequences : The Civil War had little or nothing to do with the freeing of the slaves. It's purpose was political and profound in the changes it brought to the economic and military policies of the United States. This is a 5 page paper that examines the actual causes of the Civil War, the agenda of the Lincoln administration and the consequences of these policies. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Civcons.wps

The Emancipation Proclamation : This 10 page paper explores the problems with the Emancipation Proclamation. Events which led up to the creation of the document and its ultimate effects are noted. Slavery is also discussed from a Christian perspective. Measures Lincoln could have implemented which would have been more effective are explored. The paper takes the position that the proclamation did not free the slaves which is part of the reason why black people in America continue to be troubled. Bibliography lists 6 sources Emanproc.wps

Abraham Lincoln / The Man & His Presidency : In 5 pages, the writer discusses Abraham Lincoln. "Abraham Lincoln was able to shape the history of the African American. He is the very emblem against racial injustice and inequality. Most historical documents present him as the champion of the African Americans. His views in equality were able to transcend the race barrier. Lincoln set a precedence by emancipating the slaves." Bibliography lists 8 sources. Abelinc.wps

19th Century Media Reaction to Lincoln's Gettysburg Address : 13 pages discussing journalistic accounts of Lincoln's infamous Gettysburg address just after it was delivered. No Bibliography available. Gettysbg.wps

News Coverage of the Election of Abraham Lincoln : 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. Lincnews.wps

Gettysburg Address Retrospective : A 5 page discussion of Lincoln's Gettysburg Address and, in agreement with Garry Wills, its effectivity in raising the American patriotic spirit more so that earlier documents. The paper discusses how this is related to various feelings of unity around loss, hope and a sense of personal involvement in and supportof the American dream. Bibliography included Gwill.wps

Gettysburg Book Review / "Killer Angels" : A 5 page book analysis of Michael Shaara's Pulitzer Prize winning historical novel of the Battle of Gettysburg as seen through the eyes of the Union and Confederate officers. This fascinating story the fears, mistakes, and victories during the four day battle that most perceive as determining the outcome of the Civil War. Kileran.wps

Lincoln and Constitutional Change : A 10 page paper that considers the role of Lincoln in determining the political climate that allowed for the 13th and 14th amendments to the Constitution. The writer provides an overview of Lincoln's political influence and determinations that led to important governmental changes. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Linccons.wps

The Lincoln Assassination / Booth Was Not Alone : 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. Lincoln.wps

Lincoln Would Have Changed the Face of Civil Rights : 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. Lincoln2.wps

Abraham Lincoln And The Republican Party : This 5 page paper looks at Abraham Lincoln’s decisions concerning slavery as well as Republican influence. The Emancipation Proclamation is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Repubpar.wps

The Emancipation Proclamation & The Black Southerner : A 14 page paper discussing the significance of Lincoln’s document freeing the slaves in the lives of those people whom it most intimately affected. The writer traces the historical background of the Proclamation; anti-black feeling before, during, and immediately after the Civil War; and analyzes what positive effect, if any, the Proclamation had. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Emancipa.rtf

Emancipation Proclamation : An 8 page paper detailing many of the events that took place in the development of the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863. Lincoln was not actually in favor of the federal government becoming involved in the abolishing of slavery. He had hopes that the individual states would make an effort on their own and this would eventually influence the South. After some time this was obviously not to become a reality and he was forced to take a more aggressive action. This action became concrete with the Emancipation Proclamation. Extensive bibliography included. Emance.wps

The Emancipation Proclamation & Plessy v. Ferguson : 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. Constlaw.doc

Years Leading upto The Civil War : Approximately 5 pages worth of factual discussion about the decades leading up to America's civil war. Discusses politics, the gold rush, slavery, growing tensions etc; No Bibliography included. Cvlpre.wps

Post-Civil War America / Crisis in the 1890's : 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. Crisis.wps

How the North Won / Sherman & His March : A 9 page paper examining one of the many reasons why the North won the War in the United States. There are many reasons why this war was won by the North and perhaps the most important factor in the defeat of the South was due to the intelligence of Sherman. He gained full force and began a campaign for a march when the war looked to be at its worst. He used a great military understanding that some believe was a mark of true genius. His efforts to eliminate supplies and weapons of the South brought a long war to an end and saved many lives as a result. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Northwon.wps

Reasons For The Northern Victory in the American Civil War : A 5 page paper that discusses the reasons for the Northern victory in the American Civil War. This paper is based on the belief that the same economic, political and military structures that were imperative to the onset of the aggressions between the North and South were also reasons for the Northern victory. Bibliography with 3 sources cited. Novict.wps

Book Review / Why the North Won the Civil War : A 2 page book review on David Donald's "Why the North Won the Civil War." The writer details the essential points of the five essays included. Bibliography lists the 1 primary source discussed. Civilboo.wps

Henry Wirz / Scapegoat For Civil War Crimes At Andersonville : Confederate Major Henry Wirz has had his name soiled throughout history as the man responsible for some horrendous war crimes (mostly at Andersonville) during the conflict between North and South. In fact, he was the only Southern official to be executed for such crimes at the conclusion of the Civil War. In this 40 page thesis, the writer argues that Wirz was not as guilty as historians make him out to be;-- Through an in-depth analysis of Civil War history, the point is made that Wirz was actually only a scapegoat--and not genuinely responsible for the crimes that were committed. Bibliography lists approximately 30 sources. Wirzthe.wps

On Site With Civil-War Era Photographer Mathew Brady : A 9 page creative paper told from the position of a hypothetical (and completely imaginary) assistant to the famous Civil War era photographer. It covers Brady’s early forays with the daguerreotype as well as his advances with wet-plate photography, and documents the beginnings of photojournalism. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Brady.wps

Impact of American Civil War & Reconstruction On Federal vs. States Rights & Racial Equality Analyzed : This 6 page research paper examines whether or not the American Civil War and the Reconstruction (1861-1877) adequately resolved the two central conflicts facing the fledgling nation -- the power of the federal government in relation to the states and the meaning of racial equality. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Civlwrec.wps

America After The Civil War / Reconstruction : A 9 page paper on the years following the American Civil War -- most commonly known as the Reconstruction Period. Presidential reconstruction, Congressional reconstruction, and the eventual economic recovery of the South are among the many topics explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Civilaft.wps

Reconstruction After the Civil War / 1865-1877 : 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. Recon.wps

Southern Reconstruction 1865-1900 : 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. Soutreco.wps

Douglass v. The Confederacy : A 5 page research paper which examines how the antebellum South was viewed through the eyes of white Southerners and then through the eyes of ex-slave Frederick Douglass. Using the work of Drew Faust in his book on the development of Confederate nationalism, the writer shows how white Southerners considered themselves to be deeply religious people. This is contrasted with the spirituality of Douglass and his experiences as a slave. Dougconf.wps

The History of Weapons : A 9 page paper that relates the history of weapons creations and development in the 19th century to three major points in history--the American Civil War, the Napoleonic Wars, and the Industrial Revolution. The author suggests that these historical points effected the creation of different types of weapons and that the increased demand and increased technologies of this era pushed weapons inventors into the creative process, with a number of major results. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Weapons.wps

How Railroads Changed Military Strategy : A 6 page research paper which examines how the use of railroads changed how the U.S. military conducted warfare strategy. The writer particularly relates to what has been called the "first all-out war" fought by Americans-the Civil War. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Railwar.wps

Economic Impact of the Railroad in 19^th Century America : This 8 page paper discusses the history and development of railroads in America and their economic impact on American society. The advent of the railroad and the expansion of rail service across the country changed American business, politics, and economics. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Rail19.wps

The Transcontinental Railroad : is a 6 page report that provides an overview of the history of the first railroad in America to offer continuous travel from the Atlantic to the Pacific coasts. Bibliography lists 10 sources. Railroad.wps

The Scandals of U.S. Presidents / Credit Mobilier & Teapot Dome : In this 5 page paper the writer examines alleged executive scandals with particular emphasis upon the events of these two particular ones. The Credit Mobilier ruined many politicians working under the (Ulysses S.) Grant administration. Soonafter, Teapot Dome brought about many investigations during the Harding administration -- although it came under fire by the press who supported a favorable public opinion of Harding. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Pressca3.wps

Ulysses S. Grant / His Presidency & Its Scandals : An 8 page research paper on the Grant administration. Discusses the Union Pacific Railroad scandal and the Whiskey Scandal and gives a view of Grant as being guilty only by asociation of the corruption which is often associated with his administration. Bibliography lists four sources. Grantupr.wps

The Whiskey Rebellion : An 8 page research paper that gives an overall view of the Whiskey Rebellion that occurred in the counties of Pennsylvania and Virginia that are west of the Allegheny Mountains in 1794. The rebellion developed due to opposition to a federal excise tax on spirits that was enacted in 1791 according to a plan devised by Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton wherein the states would assume their own debts. Washington eventually called out the militia and the rebels dispersed; however, the incident illustrated the power of the new federal government and the US presidency. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Whiskrebl.wps

U.S. President Ulysses S. Grant and Administrative Scandal : 4 page discussion of scandal during the Grant administration. Topics discussed include The Credit Mobilier, The Whiskey Ring, etc; Bibliography lists 5 sources. Grantsca.wps

The Scandals of U.S. Presidents / Focus Upon Ulysses S. Grant : A 4 page paper on problems concerning the integrity of the Grant administration. Included in the discussion are the Whiskey Ring, the Credit Mobilier, etc; The ensuing investigations are examined and Grant's administration is regarded as having not been a particularly favorable one in American history. The writer closes with a brief conclusion about how the consistently dishonest deeds of U.S. Presidents have contributed to a loss of trust from the public. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Pressca5.wps

The U.S. Customs Service : A thorough, 23 page discussion of the U.S. Customs Service; its history, functions, issues & problems, recent operations etc; (covers 18th-20th century). Bibliography lists 15 sources. Customs.wps

The U.S. Customs Service # 2 : A brief 5 page version of Customs.wps (above). Custshor.wps

"Why Slavery Was Better Than Freedom" : A 5 page paper on why it was better to be a slave than to be free in a few southern states during the ante-bellum period in American history. The writer argues for the advantages of slavery, not only to the slave owner but to the slave himself. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Slaverya.wps

Slavery In The Ante-bellum South : A 5 page paper that provides and overview of slavery in the antebellum South and suggests that the social determinations made during this period actually impacted the processes that led to the Civil War. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Anteb.wps

Abandoning The Freed Men - Civil Rights In The Late 19th Century : A 6 page research paper which discusses the Compromise of 1877. There was an incredibly close Presidential election in which the Democratic candidate, Tilden, won the popular vote, and the Republican candidate, Rutherford Hayes, won the electoral college. This threw the race into the House of Representatives to be decided. The compromise which was worked out gave the election to the Republicans in exchange for concessions which effectively nullified the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments, and condemned Blacks to a subordinate role to whites which lasted till the time of the 1960s Civil Rights movement. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Abanfree.wps

The Presidency Of Grover Cleveland : 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. Grover.wps

The Spanish - American War : A 10 page research paper which examines the causal factors behind what Theodore Roosevelt called "the splendid little war." The writer focuses particularly on the expansionist tendencies which were evident in the U.S. Senate as a prime causal factor in U.S. involvement. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Spanam.wps spanish-american war

The Spanish - American War / The Effect On Spain : In this 10 page paper the author shows that much resentment and hostility resulted from the Spanish-American War of 1898 between Spain and the United States. Spain, who had been a political leader with regard to colonial rule, all but lost their powerful control as a result of the brief but devastating battle. The writer gives an account of what sparked the war and how Spain ultimately fared in the end. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Warspain.wps spanish-american

The Spanish - American War / U.S. Relations With the Philippines : This 8 page paper analyzes causes of the Spanish-American War as it affected the U.S. acquisition of the Philippines. The U.S. interest in the region, and in Spanish politics, is discussed. Public and political forces that shaped the country in 1898 are dissected. The interest in this subject as the Philippines celebrated 100 years of independence is considered. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Philus.wps spanish-american war

New Lanark, Oneida, & Other Utopian Societies In America : 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. Utopias.wps

"Outside the Family" / Views On Sex In American History : A 7 page review of textbook information presenting the 19th century’s history and development of sexual perceptions, the development of sexual utopias, and the creation of sexual commerce in the United States. This writer presents a number of major points and figures as they relate to the concepts of the nuclear family and to the formation of "sexual norms." No additional sources cited. Fam.wps

John D. Rockefeller & Standard Oil Company : A 7 page paper on John D. Rockefeller’s life in America’s infant oil industry and his contributions to the rise of that industry. Rockefeller’s Standard Oil Company became Standard Oil Trust, and was the first amalgamation of its kind. Contemporary of Andrew Carnegie and J.P. Morgan, Rockefeller developed from a 16-yr-old bookkeeper to the owner of the country’s oil monopoly before the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890 made such things illegal. Still, Rockefeller and his contemporaries exemplified the American dream, though their methods were sometimes ruthless. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Rockfel.wps

Industrialism : A 5 page paper on Industrialism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Especially as it pertains to the Steel industry, and farming industry. I.e. how it affected the share-croppers, and the steel workers. Indu.wps

Immigration and effect on Southern Farming : The effect of the changes in the agricultural paradigm in the South and the increase of public opinion in opposition to immigration has lead to the majority of Southerners being opposed to immigration and supportive of strict enforcement of the laws now in place. This 12 page paper examines national immigration issues as they pertain to agriculture and the population make-up of the South. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Soutfarm.wps

Labor Movement In The Late 19th Century : A 5 page research paper which examines how the history of the labor movement has been misrepresented in the media. The writer focuses on the Haymarket riot in Chicago which resulted from the nationwide strike in the 1880s to get an eight-hour workday as an example of the establishment forces which were set against the labor movement at that time. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Labormov.wps

Justice & the Haymarket Square Riot of 1886 : A 5 page paper which examines Chicago’s Haymarket Square riot of 1886 to determine whether or not its defendants were denied justice. Bibliography lists 4 sources. JustHaym.wps

The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 : 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. Chicfire.wps

Jesse James / Myth vs. Reality : A 5 page research paper which examines the outlaw life of Jesse James and his brother Frank who robbed countless banks and trains in the Old West. The writer demonstrates how the political atmosphere of the time contributed significantly to the yellow journalism accounts of James, which pictured him as a modern day knight, or at least the last Confederate hero of the Civil War. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Jessjame.wps

The Work of a Supreme Court Justice (Samuel Nelson) : A 6 page biography of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Nelson (1792-1873). The paper is mostly a detailed discussion of Nelson's time serving the Court and the major decisions in which he was involved. Included among these was The Prize Case of 1863, the Siren Case, Ex parte Vallandigham, ex parte Milligan, and Georgia v. Stanton. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Justinel.wps

Settling The West / Conflict & Assimilation : 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. Westsetl.wps

Carnegie Libraries / A Symbol Of Romance : An 18 page essay on the development of libraries in the late nineteenth century and the impact of the money and philosophy of Andrew Carnegie. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Carnegie.rtf

Chinese Immigration In The 19th Century United States : A 5 page research paper which examines the conditions faced by Chinese immigrants in the nineteenth century and then gives a quick overview of how these conditions evolved and changed to the present time. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Chinaim.wps

"Social Change In The Southwest" / 1850-1880 by Thomas D. Hall :
A 5 page analysis of this scholarly work which examines the sociological and cultural development of the Southwest focusing on what is now New Mexico and Arizona. The writer demonstrates how Hall uses world-systems theory to build a panoramic view of social change which he believes was shaped by state incorporation of nonstate societies. Scsw.wps

U.S. Government In American History -- 1861 Thru 1900: A 7 page paper discussing noble and brutal acts of the government during the period of 1861 through 1900. Bibliography lists 11 sources. history.rtf

America Between 1870 – 1920: "The Gilded Age" : This 5 page report discusses the time period in American history that replaced the Victorian Age after the Civil War and up until 1920. Historians have dubbed the time the "Gilded Age" due to the expansion of the country economically and industrially. Several examples of how the change occurred are also given. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Gilded.wps

The Promise of American Life & Decline of Moral Value (1865 - 1998) :
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. Morals.wps

The U.S. As An Emerging World Power (1870 - 1914) : In this 7 page research paper, the writer explores the factors that contributed to making the United States a world leader/power between the end Civil War and the beginning of World War I. The primary aspect ofthis success has always been the promotion and fostering of democracy. Bibliography lists 4 sources. War.wps

Theatre And Ideology In The Nineteenth-Century : A 5 page research paper that examines the how nineteenth-century theatre reflected the prominent ideologies of that era. The writer argues that the theatre supported both the ideologies of imperialism and the way in which society saw gender roles. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Theatido.wps

Leisure in the Late Nineteenth Century : A 6 research paper that looks at the development of leisure in the late nineteenth century and how it resulted largely due to the innovations of the Industrial Revolution. The writer discusses leisure activities that hinged on a technological innovation and also touches on the socioeconomic implications of increased leisure-time. Bibliography lists 8 sources. 19leisur.wps

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