"Rise to Rebellion" by Jeff Shaara
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A 5 page paper review which also examines various points of interest and argument in Jeff Shaara's "Rise to Rebellion." No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAshaara.rtf

"The American Privateers"
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This 5 page report discusses Donald Chidsey's 1962 book about the ways in which acts of war were committed by privately owned and operated ships during the earliest wars of the United States. Bibliography lists only the primary source.
Filename: BWampriv.rtf

"The Many-Headed Hydra": Globalism and Economics in the Revolutionary Atlantic
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A 5 page overview of the book by Peter Linebaugh and Marcus Rediker. Emphasizes that history is replete with examples of various forms of forays designed with the idea of economic profit. In the United States one of the most interesting periods in this regard was during the Revolutionary era. In "The Many-Headed Hydra: Sailors, Slaves, Commoners, and the Hidden History of the Revolutionary Atlantic" authors Peter Linebaugh and Marcus Rediker detail how our shores were viewed as great economic opportunity by a variety of foreign interests. Their attempts as a monopoly would be foiled, however, by the collective efforts of some of Americas most destitute classes. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPecnHis.wps

"The Puritan Dilemma" by Edmund Sears Morgan
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A 5 page paper which analyzes the book "The Puritan Dilemma" by Edmund Sears Morgan, a book that details much of the life of John Winthrop. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAmorgnpur.wps

'White Man's Indian': A Review of the Book by Robert Berkhofer, Jr.
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A 6 page discussion of the book by Robert Berkhofer, Jr. Emphasizes the extreme diversity of Native America and illuminates the numerous misconceptions held by 'mainstream White America' regarding Native Americans. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPnaWman.wps

1676/ Stephen S. Webb
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A 5 page research paper that examines the thesis proposed by historian Stephen S .Webb in his book '1676: The End of American Independence.' Webb suggests that the root cause of the discord during 1676 was the independent ways of the American colonists and that their submission to empire was its cure. The writer argues against this position, while discussing the details of Bacon's Rebellion and King Philip's War. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: 001676.rtf

A Comparison of the Causative Factors in the French and American Revolutions
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A 5 page discussion of the societal problems which spawned these two revolutions. This paper emphasizes that while the French Revolution was fought to end an absolute monarchy, the American Revolution was fought to preserve the independence to which American colonists had grown accustomed. Includes five pages of text and a one-page free outline. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPrevol2.rtf

A Personal Account of the Civil War:
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This 5 page paper discusses the life of a particular Colorado Soldier who maintained a diary throughout his time in the Civil War. This paper discusses his reflections and highlights the new perspectives we gain when viewing this war through the eyes of one specific soldier and his experiences. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: GSCivBio.rtf

A Review of Colonial Newspapers
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This 6 page paper provides an overview of information gleaned from a review of two colonial newspapers. The Virginia Gazette and the Boston Gazette and Country Journal are discussed. The Boston Massacre is highlighted. Most works cited are primary sources and quotes are included. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: SA243Bos.rtf

A Thoughtful look at Pocahontas
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This 5 page paper provides biographical information, but also looks at controversial areas of the life of this Indian "Princess." Her experience with the Jamestown colony as well as her voyage to Europe and untimely death are each explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA146Poc.rtf

African Slaves and Native Americans During North America's Colonial Period
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This 5 page report discusses the fact that in the early colonial days in North America, there were people in what is now the United States long before any European people saw much less settled in the "New World." The writer speaks directly to the issue of African slaves in the New World and how attitudes regarding the aboriginal peoples of the Americas came about. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BWcolper.rtf

Alexander Hamilton's Influence on Economics in the United States:
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This 7 page paper discusses the life of Alexander Hamilton and the impact he had on economics in this country. This paper examines his contributions to economic policy and their lasting effects. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: GSHamilt.rtf