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A History of the Great War (2100 words, 3 pages)

During the summer of 1914 World War I had begun when Austria-Hungary declared on Serbia. Nobody knew that twenty-one years later another world war would spark. Both wars very different because of the age gap but very alike on the subject of war. World War I began in the Balkans, ... Read More

A history of the War Between Lebanon and Israel (353 words, 1 pages)

War Between Lebanon and Israel The country originated in 1948. In 1967-1973 a war broke out between Lebanon and Israel Conflict between the Christian-dominated government and Moslem leftist led to a crisis in 1958, which United States troops at the request of Lebanons president being sent to restore order (Sean ... Read More

A History of the War Against Iraq (926 words, 2 pages)

War Against Iraq Is Their A Legitimate Purpose? Recently, if one was to read a newspaper, or pay attention to the news, it appears that the United States is once again preparing to go to war with Iraq. However, this time things are a little different. The first time the ... Read More

A History of Wal-Mart (641 words, 1 pages)

The first Wal-Mart variety, opened in 1962, by Sam Walton in Rogers, Arkansas .The Superstore Giant now sells almost everything!. Although Wal-Mart began as a small variety store within five years, Wal-Mart had opened an additional 23 stores with a total of 12.6 MM in sales. In May 1971, Wal-Mart ... Read More

A History of the Influenza Epidemic in World War I (864 words, 1 pages)

During the year of 1918, World War I, accompanied by the infamous influenza epidemic, left an unforgettable scar on the world. A broadcast on PBS, presented by David McCullough, proved that WWI aided the spread of influenza. There were various things that helped spread the influenza, but only a few ... Read More

A History of the Terror of the Viking Warriors in England from 793 to 1066 (1110 words, 2 pages)

From 793 to 1066, England was terrorised by Viking warriors. These were people from Scandinavia, especially Danmark and Norway. Scandinavia at the time had a growing population and with inland areas inhospitable, the vikngs looked overseas for new territories and wealth. "In the year 793, the pagans from the north ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of the Pentagon Papers (1640 words, 3 pages)

On June 13 1971, governmental accountability and the American people's faith in their government was lost as the New York Times published the "top secret - sensitive" Pentagon Papers. Commissioned by Defense Secretary Robert McNamara and written by Daniel Ellsberg, this 7 000-page document outlines the American Involvement in Vietnam ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of Vietnam (464 words, 1 pages)

Vietnam was a struggle which, in all honesty, the United States should never have been involved in. North Vietnam was battling for ownership of South Vietnam, so that they would be a unified communist nation. To prevent the domino effect and the further spread of communism, the U.S. held on ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of Vietnam (1281 words, 3 pages)

VIETNAM Ho Chi Minh As the founder of the Indo-Chinese Communist party in 1930 and president of North Vietnam from 1945 to 1969, Ho Chi Minh led the longest and most costly 20th-century war against colonialism. His whole adult life was devoted to ending French and later, American domination of ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of Elizabethan Society (1549 words, 6 pages)

14490.0014490.0014490.0014490.0014490.0014490.0014490.0014490.0014490.0014490.0014490.0014490.0014490.0014490.001The play, as the title suggests, is set in Italy. Venice, in the popular imagination of Elizabethan society, was a place of fabulous wealth, royal merchants, richly attired gentlemen, and refined culture. Antonio is very much a part of this society. But this is not the only part of the ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of First World War (802 words, 2 pages)

As the First World War came to an end, the time for negotiating peace had approached. There were a number of attempts made to bring about peace negotiations. Woodrow Wilson was the spokesman for the allies and he created the best known of all the peace proposals known as the ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of Valentine’s Day (490 words, 1 pages)

Why do we celebrate Valentine's Day? Every February across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are given to loved ones all in the name of St. Valentine. The history of Valentine's Day is a mystery. February has always been a month of romance. St. Valentine's Day contains remains of both ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of Utilitarianism (669 words, 2 pages)

Utilitarianism is the ethical doctrine which essentially states that which is good is that which brings about the most happiness to the most people. John Stuart Mill believed that the decisions we make should always benefit the most people as much as possible regardless of the consequences to the minority ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of the Bach Family (3799 words, 7 pages)

Throughout history, in every field, there have been several families who stand out for their achievements. In music, few families can compete with the success or the productivity that the Bachs can proudly claim. The Bach family represents the most f midable example of a musical dynasty.1 The musical output ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of the US Economy (529 words, 1 pages)

Updated state of the U.S. Economy The United States economy is reaching higher potential then could be expected. With unemployment down and consumption up, we are looking at a very prosperous time in our economy. Economist William B. Conerly stated, in an article on unemployment, that the nation as a ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of Heroes During World War Two (2052 words, 4 pages)

There are many unsung heroes who served in World War Two. For my research, I will explore some of the many ways in which courageous women served in the armed forces. I will investigate the following questions how they were recruited what types of obstacles, barriers andor prejudice they encountered ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of the President Richard M. Nixon (980 words, 2 pages)

UNITED STATES V. NIXON (1974) Historical Context- President Richard M. Nixon was being charged of trying to cover up the Watergate incident. Watergate was and still is the headquarters for the Democratic Party. Some of Nixons men broke into the complex and tried to wire tap the telephones. However, the ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of Unionizing (330 words, 1 pages)

The past or current tendency of unionizing or not, is the proof of the diversity of our working environment. Some factors are therefore influencing or refraining workers from joining an union 1) Positive Factors Strong craft unions unions such as IGMETAL, are achieving job-related goals, since they benefit from substantial ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of China (771 words, 1 pages)

The sheer size of China prevented its early unification, but beginning with the Shang dynasty, there was an organized political entity. It was the first main power to have a stable political and religious hierarchy. Although the state did not control much territory, its culture had far-reaching influence. The Shang ... Read More

A History of United States (1205 words, 3 pages)

US History Chapter 11 Section 1 1. a.) Civil War-between 1861 and 1865, the southern and northern states clashed with one another in a violent conflict b.) Union-the unified nation of the US 2. Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote the famous novel Uncle Tom's Cabin, which started the controversy between North ... Read More

A History of the Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki by the United States (966 words, 4 pages)

On August 6, 1945 the atomic bomb was dropped on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. The Enola Gay, piloted by Colonel Tibbetts, was chosen to make the mission. The mission was recorded as successful by Capt. William S. Parson at 920 A.M. This was an extremely controversial military strategy in ... Read More

A History of the Tudor Period in Britain (3659 words, 9 pages)

The Tudor period is unique in that it is marked by succession difficulties in every generation. The Tudor dynasty was plagued by poor health, short-lives and a shortage of male claimants to the throne. For three successive monarchs the throne passed not from ruler to child, but from sibling to ... Read More

An Analysis of the History in Saving Private Ryan and Schindler’s List (1093 words, 2 pages)

True Lies Some argue that movies such as, Saving Private Ryan, and Schindlers List that are loosely based on historical fact provide an inaccurate account of history. Others say they provide people of the present with a look into the past. Whether or not the historical facts of these movies ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of the Treaty of Versailles (522 words, 1 pages)

The Treaty of Versailles not a Treaty? The treaty of Versailles could accurately be described as an armistice for twenty years and not a peace treaty. The Big Four met at the Paris Peace Conference and they were Lloyd George, Wilson, Clemenceau, and Orlando. Lloyd George was from Great Britain, ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of African Americans (726 words, 1 pages)

In the late 1800's, the evolving United States did not have that great of living conditions, especially for a Native American, immigrant, or African-American. Forced from their rightful lands, Native Americans were brutally marched to reservations. The new immigrants suffered a tremendous deal of persecution and a poor quality of ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of the Innu (347 words, 1 pages)

Until 30 years ago the Innu were nomadic hunters in the forests of eastern Canada. Today they live in communities with high rates of suicide, alcoholism, child abuse and family violence. Canada seems intent on destroying the Innu's land - their sole hope of survival - with a series of ... Read More

A Origin and History of Olympic Games in Greece (655 words, 1 pages)

Origin and History Like sprinting, high jump and other field events all originated at the Olympic games in Greece, 776 B.C. After Roman Emperor Theodosius I abolished the games in 393 B.C. because he thought them to be a pagan activity, high jump was popular in England, 1834, along with ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of Totalitarianism (1225 words, 2 pages)

Totalitarianism has become a fact that can hardly be ignored. During World War II when Hitler had total control to the Russia of Stalin and later Soviet leaders. For many years people have dreamed or believed in the perfect society of mandkind and of an ultimate utopia, a world where ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of Richard Crossman (3074 words, 4 pages)

In 1963 a Labour MP, Richard Crossman wrote an introduction to a new edition of 'The English Constitution' (1867). In his introduction he outlines his argument for the development of the British premiership from the traditional 'primus inter pares' to a presidentialism. In this essay I am going to show ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of Hitler (1063 words, 2 pages)

To what extent do you consider that Hitler and the Nazi's had achieved their aim social revolution and unity volksgemeinschaft by 1939? A vision of Hitler and the Nazi's was to establish and create a new social order, or a volksgemeinschaft. With volk meaning people and gemeinscaft a tightly bound ... Read More

Published: Friday 25th of January 2013