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Papers On U.S. History (19th Century)
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France, U.S. and Haiti: Similarities and Contrasts 1650 to 1850
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An 8 page overview of this critical period in history. The author outlines major historical events for these countries and emphasizes the importance of revolution, industrialization, and imperialism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPfrnHai.rtf
Frederick Douglass and the Abolitionist Movement
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A 6 page discussion of the role Frederick Douglass played in the abolitionist movement. The
author describes the historical setting and ideology and identifies Douglass as one of the most visible and influential characters of the
nineteenth century. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPdoug5.rtf
Frederick Douglass, Citizenship And The Dred Scott Decision
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Two
documents - the 'Fourth Of July' speech by Frederick Douglass in 1852
and the opinion of Justice Taney in the Dred Scott versus Sanford case
of 1857 are, in essence, declaring the same thing - that blacks of the
pre-Civil War era do not have the rights of an American citizen. This 5
page paper compares the opinion of Justice Taney with the speech by
Douglass. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KTdrdind.wps
Gangs of New York/Immigration
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A 4 page research paper that discusses Martin Scorsese's film Gangs of New York, which depicts the tension between native-born Americans and immigrant Irish in the Five Points section of New York City. The writer discusses the historical accuracy of the film and how it addresses immigrant issues of the 1860s. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khgony.rtf
General Robert E. Lee / A Man of Principle ?
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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.
Filename: Generlee.wps
Generals Lee and Longstreet in Shaara’s “Killer Angels”
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A 5 page paper discussing how author Michael Shaara used these two Confederate generals in his account of the battle of Gettysburg. General Lee’s role in “The Killer Angels” is to exemplify the idealism with which the South began the Civil War. General Longstreet, on the other hand, represents the pragmatism introduced by the reality of the South’s poor position in terms of materiel, supplies and practicality. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: KSkillerAngels.rtf
GEORGE B. MCCLELLAN
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This paper examines the acts of George McClellan, a general who was actively involved in the Civil War in the United States. The paper describes McClellan as history sees him -- a brilliant organizer and engineer, but a poor leader on the field of battle. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MTmcclel.rtf
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