The Justification of Slavery, or the Lack Thereof
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A five page paper contrasting the view of slavery described in Winston Churchill's 'The Great Democracies' (Volume Four of 'A History of the English-Speaking Peoples') with Austin Steward's slave narrative 'Twenty Two Years a Slave, and Forty Years a Freeman.' The paper points out that Churchill's view of the Civil War was colored by the fact that he considered the African mentality barbaric and the slaves' existence tolerable -- a fact contradicted by Steward's first-hand account. No additional sources.
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Paper Title: The Justification of Slavery, or the Lack Thereof

Robert E. Lee vs. Ulysses S. Grant / Contrasts & Similarities
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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.
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Paper Title: Robert E. Lee vs. Ulysses S. Grant / Contrasts & Similarities

The Fall of Fort Donelson, Tennessee, February 13-16, 1862
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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.
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Paper Title: The Fall of Fort Donelson, Tennessee, February 13-16, 1862

The Scandals of U.S. Presidents / Credit Mobilier & Teapot Dome
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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.
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Paper Title: The Scandals of U.S. Presidents / Credit Mobilier & Teapot Dome

The Scandals of U.S. Presidents / Focus Upon Ulysses S. Grant
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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.
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Paper Title: The Scandals of U.S. Presidents / Focus Upon Ulysses S. Grant

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

Ulysses S. Grant / His Presidency & Its Scandals
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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.
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Paper Title: Ulysses S. Grant / His Presidency & Its Scandals

Ulysses S. Grant And Robert E. Lee
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A 12 page paper that looks into the experiences of these two great men in American history. A short background addressing birth dates and education are offered first. The writer then reports the military battle experience of each prior to the Civil War. The discussion of their activities during the war begins with a report of how each became involved and how each rose to the position of Commander-in-Chief of their respective armies. Specific battles are cited as examples of their successes and failures. A description of the surrender of General Lee at Appomattox is included as well as the events directly preceding this event. The life of each after the war is also discussed along with comments about Grant's tenure as President of the United States. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Paper Title: Ulysses S. Grant And Robert E. Lee

Constitution of the United States
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In 16 pages the author gives an overview of the Constitution of the United States, discussing its history, its influence on the development of the United States, the changes that have occurred in the Constitution, and the advantages and disadvantages of the Constitution. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: PCuscons.doc
Paper Title: Constitution of the United States

Lincoln and Constitutional Change
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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.
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Paper Title: Lincoln and Constitutional Change

The Spanish - American War
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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.
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Paper Title: The Spanish - American War

The Spanish - American War / The Effect On Spain
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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.
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Paper Title: The Spanish - American War / The Effect On Spain

The Spanish - American War / U.S. Relations With the Philippines
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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.
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Paper Title: The Spanish - American War / U.S. Relations With the Philippines

Abraham Lincoln's Trip to Freedom / How He Came To Believe Slavery Was Wrong
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This five page-paper presents the story of Abraham Lincoln's journey to the presidency and the abolishment of slavery. Bibliography lists four sources.
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Paper Title: Abraham Lincoln's Trip to Freedom / How He Came To Believe Slavery Was Wrong

Frederick Douglass's Position on Slavery
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This 5 page paper looks at this slave's famous narrative and examines his ideas about the institution. The focus of this paper is on Douglass's condemnation of slavery. Direct quotes are provided. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Paper Title: Frederick Douglass's Position on Slavery

Harriett Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin
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In 5 pages, the author discusses Harriett Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin or Life Among the Lowly. 'When considering the institution of slavery in America, one must look to one specific text in order to understand what happened during that horrific time in America's past. That work is Uncle Tom's Cabin or Life Among the Lowly, which exemplifies the injustices faced by the Black American in the 1800s. This book was written by Harriett Beecher Stowe and published in 1852. From this tome, one is able to examine how the institution of slavery and a condoning society conspired to destroy the souls of the enslaved Black Americans. As an author, Stowe appears to want the reader to comprehend those realities so that he/she can better understand how to become a human being instead of a virtual animal. Her thesis appears to be that slavery equals destruction, evil, and lack of humanity. Slavery has negative ethical, moral, and religious implications.' No other sources are cited.
Filename: PCuncl.doc
Paper Title: Harriett Beecher Stowe's Uncle Tom's Cabin

Slavery In The Ante-bellum South
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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.
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Paper Title: Slavery In The Ante-bellum South

Why Slavery Was Better Than Freedom'
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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.
Filename: Slaverya.wps
Paper Title: Why Slavery Was Better Than Freedom'

Henry Wirz, Commandant of Andersonville Confederate Prison Camp
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In 7 pages, the author discusses Henry Wirz who was the commandant of the Confederate prison camp at Andersonville Georgia. Was Henry Wirz an American Civil War criminal, or just a man doing his job and following orders? To some, he was a scapegoat. To others, he was a monster. One must conclude that Henry Wirz was a man in authority. He was the commandant the Confederate prison camp in Andersonville, Georgia. As such, he had a great deal of authority. It was his responsibility to take care of the prisoners of war at the prison camp. That being said, he should have accepted fully the repercussions of what happened at the prison war camp at Andersonville, and thus should have not only answered to the changes, but also taken the punishment deemed necessary for those crimes against humanity. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PCwirz.doc
Paper Title: Henry Wirz, Commandant of Andersonville Confederate Prison Camp

Native American Views On Custer
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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.
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Paper Title: Native American Views On Custer

America's Second War of Independence, The War of 1812
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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.
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Paper Title: America's Second War of Independence, The War of 1812

The History of Weapons
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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.
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Paper Title: The History of Weapons

The Johnson County War of Wyoming
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A 15 page research paper that gives a detailed account of the conflict that erupted in Johnson County, Wyoming in 1892 between big cattle ranchers and settlers and farmers who only had small herds. The big ranchers claimed that they were wiping out rustlers and thieves that were trying to steal them blind. The ordinary people of Johnson County felt the powerful ranchers were trying to exterminate them and drive them from their homes. The writer, citing numerous primary sources, argues that it was a case where 'the few who had' were determined to keep it and the 'many who wanted their share' were determined to persevere till they got it. Bibliography lists 18 sources.
Filename: 90ctywar.rtf
Paper Title: The Johnson County War of Wyoming

Ralph Andrist's 'The Long Death' / Plight Of The American Indians
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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.
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Paper Title: Ralph Andrist's 'The Long Death' / Plight Of The American Indians

Grant's Civil War Strategy
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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.
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Paper Title: Grant's Civil War Strategy

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