Donald R. Hickey/The War of 1812
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A 5 page research paper that examines Donald R. Hickey's unique perspective on the War of 1812 as stated in his book. In this work, Hickey offers a radically different perspective on this conflict then the one traditionally offered in most US history texts. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 991812.rtf

Early American colonies
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A five page paper which looks at some of the social and economic differences between the early American colonies, and the factors which contributed to their diversity. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: JLcolony.rtf

Ellis's Founding Brothers
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This 5 page book review concerns Joseph Ellis's well-known work called Founding Brothers. The book is about the men who were involved in the American Revolution and the creation of the United States of America. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA129FB.rtf

Emergence of Liberalism in the United States
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This 12 page report discusses the various societal and cultural dimensions, especially in terms of political ideology, that served as the framework for the emergence of liberalism in America in the late 18th century and the first half of the 19th century. The liberalism that emerged in America during the 19th century was the product of many different currents of thought or “cultural dimensions” that had developed over the approximately 100 years between the American Revolution and the Civil War. The origins of liberal ideas conflicted with the established practices of republicanism and resulted in a certain degree of conflict regarding the importance and the actual definition of democracy. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Equality for All?: The Failure of the American Revolution to Obtain Equality for Either African Americans or Women
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A 5 page contention that the American Revolution, and indeed the years following that revolution, did little toward changing the inequalities which existed in this country in regard to African Americans and women. Notes that while certain inroads would be made in the years which followed, even the Emancipation Proclamation and the rights of women to vote and own property, accomplished little in terms of achieving true equality. Concludes that it took the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s to result in any real change but that even today true equality has yet to be obtained. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Ethical Issues: The “New World” to the Civil War
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A 4 page overview of the numerous ethical issues which arrived in the time period spanning Columbus’ arrival in this so-called “New World” and the American Civil War. The author defines ethics and demonstrates (using the manner Europeans treated the land and peoples they encountered in the Americas, the issue of slavery, and finally the issue of the draft in the Civil War) that the interpretation of the rightness or wrongness of a particular issue varies according to the perspective of the people in question. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPethIss.rtf

Faneuil Hill A Historic Place That Changed to Accommodate the Times
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This seven-page-paper presents a detailed description of Boston's Faneuil Hall and its historical signifigance for the city as well as the nation. Bibliography lists four sources.
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Francisco de Miranda: Ideals for Independence for Venezuela
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A 5 page paper examining Miranda’s fascination with independence and freedom of spirit. Francisco de Miranda (1750-1816) is remembered as being one of Venezuela’s greatest patriots, serving a leadership role in initiating Venezuela’s independence from Spain in 1811 but not living to see the fact fully accomplished. Though he died in a Spanish dungeon, he envisioned for Venezuela an economy and approach to everyday life similar to that which he had found in the United States and in Europe. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSFrancMiranda.rtf

From Revolution to Independence: The Dependence on Great Men
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A 3 page contention that ever since the Revolution of 1789 the French have exhibited a tendency to look to 'great men' to restore order and tranquillity after moments of great political or social upheaval. Notes that this tendency is really not that uncommon, however, for people who have lived under a monarchy or even a dictatorship. Summarizes that this tendency can been noted in practically every country that has achieved its independence at some point in recent history and provides examples from Russia and the United States in support of that claim. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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George Washington - A Study in Character & Faith
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A 9 page paper that examines the qualities that comprise good leadership and explore how these qualities were exhibited by George Washington during his military and political careers. Included is a brief synopsis of Washington's childhood and the factors that contributed to his spiritual and moral nature. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: LCGeorge.doc

George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and James Madison: Views on Powers of Government and the Two Party System
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A 5 page discussion of the political views of these three founding fathers. Suggests that a debate between Washington, in particular, and modern day political scientists would reveal many differences. Although admittedly our government has become considerably more complex over time, Washington would undoubtedly still hold to his viewpoints of limited government powers and as to the dangers of a two party political system. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Historic Controversy Over the U.S. Constitution
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A 5 page discussion of the controversy between Federalists and Anti-Federalists that ensued regarding the original ratification of the U.S. Constitution. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Federali.wps