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A Comparison of the Political, Economic and Military Strength of the Union and Confederacy (1825 words, 3 pages)

The political, economic, and military strength of the Union was much greater than that of the Confederacy. However, the war did last four years. The Confederacy proved itself resilient on many occasions. Throughout the war the tide constantly shifted, and with that so did the political, economic, and military strength ... Read More

A Literary Analysis and a Comparison of Anthem for Doomed Youth and Dulce Et Decorum Est by Wilfred Owen (3884 words, 6 pages)

Read and Compare and Contrast the Following Poems by Wilfred Owen It Was a Navy Boy, Anthem for Doomed Youth and Dulce et Decorum Est.Wilfred Owen was a poet who was widely regarded as one of the best poets of the World War one period.Wilfred Owen was born on the ... Read More

An Analysis of the Controversial Suicide of Meriwether Lewis, an American Explorer (1304 words, 3 pages)

The Suicide of Meriwether LewisA report by Charles Emmett Chatham IV31 January 2000Chatham 1In the early hours of October 11, 1806, while en-rout to Wasington to defend himself against accusations made on him in accordance to the fiancial decisions made by him as govoner of the Louisian teritory,Meriwether Lewis shot ... Read More

A Biography of John Dillinger a Gangster (599 words, 1 pages)

On June 22, 1903 a man named John Dillinger was born. He grew up in the Oak Hill Section of Indianapolis. When John was three years old his mother died, and when his fatehr remarried six years later, John resented hes stepmother.When John was a teenager he was frequently in ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of December 6, 1989 (760 words, 2 pages)

For I have decided to send Ad PatresSpanish for to the fathers the feminists who have ruined my life.-Marc Lepine, suicide note.It was the early evening of December 6, 1989 just nineteen days before Christmas. The students of Montreals Ecole Polytechnique were just finishing their classes when a stranger walked ... Read More

The Description of the M1 Garand Rife and Its Use in the American Military History (1757 words, 2 pages)

IntroI am doing this report on the M1 Garand for Mr.Walker 182's History Class. The Garand is a fascinating World War II semi-automatic rifle. In the sub-sections below I will describe the developement history of the gun, the service history, and info on different versions. I wanted to add diagrams ... Read More

The Characteristics of the Most Popular Weapons Used in World War One (286 words, 1 pages)

Weapons in World War II chose the topic on weapons in the war because I thought it would be interesting learning about the weapons that people used in war. The most popular weapon used in war was probably the machine gun. Weapons were the most important things for the war. ... Read More

An Introduction to the History of Warren Commission and Their Decision That John F Kennedy Was Shot by Lee Harvey Oswald (1880 words, 2 pages)

Why did the Warren Commission decide that John F Kennedy was shot by Lee Harvey Oswald, acting on his own?On 22 November 1963, President John F Kennedy was shot dead as he took part in a motorcade through the streets of Dallas, Texas. Soon afterwards a man named Lee Harvey ... Read More

The Early Life and Times of John Dillinger (599 words, 1 pages)

On June 22, 1903 a man named John Dillinger was born. He grew up in the Oak Hill Section of Indianapolis. When John was three years old his mother died, and when his fatehr remarried six years later, John resented hes stepmother.When John was a teenager he was frequently in ... Read More

A Look at the Uses of Fighter and Bomber Aircraft During World War 1 (843 words, 2 pages)

World War I was called the Great War because so many countries were involved, and advanced weaponry was developed. The British and the Germans were the ranking pioneers in weapons development. The weapons that determined the outcome of World War I were tanks, airplanes, and very large guns called heavy ... Read More

An Overview of the Difference Between the Declaration of Independence, United States Constitution and Bill of Rights (3179 words, 17 pages)

By Tyree WhitePro-gun presuasive speechSpecific Goals I want to encourage gun ownership.IntroductionI. What is the foundation of modern technology? It's the history of the gun.Thesis Statement I will persuade you in that, (1) federal gun control laws areunconstitutional, and (2) I will prove the 2nd Amendment isboth a "State" and ... Read More

A History of the JFK Assassination (1331 words, 6 pages)

By Jenn SmithOn Friday November 22, 1963, the thirty-fifth President of the United Statesof America, John F. Kennedy was assassinated as he rode down Elm Street indowntown Dallas Texas. To this day, the questions as to whom did it, whydid they do it, and how did they do it? are ... Read More

The Significance of Gun Control in Saving Lives (1395 words, 8 pages)

Regulation of guns is a necessary action that needs to be taken in orderto save lives. A good definition of gun control is needed to understand thesides and issues. Gun control is an effort to stop the rise in violent crimeby strengthening laws on the ownership of firearms. Persons in ... Read More

A Review of The Day of the Jackal by Fredrick Forsyth (510 words, 3 pages)

Josh HollowayPeriod 2, English 3-4A Review The Day of the JackalThe Day of the Jackal, written by Fredrick Forsyth, is a fictional novelthat displays the authors brilliance by setting a mood and connectingyou with the characters. The Day of the Jackal takes place in post WorldWar II in France. The ... Read More

A Description of the Few Episodes in History as More Painful To Americans Than the Civil (3567 words, 21 pages)

Introduction Few episodes in history are more painful to Americansthan the CivilWar, fought between the North and the South. This biography, GreatAmerican Generals - Robert E. Lee, by Ian Hogg, takes the reader throughthe life of one of the greatest heroes of that war, Robert E. Lee. It isathorough, in ... Read More

A Literary Analysis of the Mulberry Empire by Philip Hensher (1013 words, 1 pages)

Mock heroicsThe Mulberry EmpirePhilip HensherFlamingo 17.99, pp560After reaching the end of Philip Hensher's new novel I was a little disappointed to discover that the official publication date is 2 April.Shouldn't that be 1 April? For The Mulberry Empire turns out to be a full-length literary pastiche. Indeed, to describe it ... Read More

The Second Amendment to the Constitution of the United States (1068 words, 4 pages)

The Second Amendment to the Constitution of the United States of America asserts, Awell-regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the peopleto keep and bear arms shall not be infringed. At the time when this amendment waspassed, the country was still primarily an ... Read More

The Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act in September 13, 1994 (565 words, 1 pages)

Seeing the glass half full, our forefathers saw the good in man. In their eyes all men are created equal and are inherently good. The Second Amendment states A well regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear ... Read More

A Literary Analysis of Human Nature in Woodchucks by Maxine Kumin (1027 words, 2 pages)

Human Nature in Maxine Kumin s Woodchucks Maxine s Kumin s Woodchucks is a literal description a sort of woodchuck hunt in her garden. Through further examination of her words, one can sense her suggestions about human nature. With her use of tone, the reader can observe a change in ... Read More

An Overview of the Gun Control in the Untied States During the Nineties (551 words, 1 pages)

Gun Control in AmericaSince the days of the pioneers of the United States, firearms have been part of the American tradition as protection and a means of hunting or sport. As we near the end of the 20th century the use of guns has changed significantly. Because of fast andsteady ... Read More

An Analysis of the Gun Control Issue in the United States of America and the Rights of the National Rifle Association (1316 words, 5 pages)

Gun control is undoubtedly an issue that most Americans have been exposed to. In 1989, guns killed 11,832 Americans. The National Rifle Association (NRA) membersbelieve that it is their constitutional right to own guns, stating that guns are not the root ofthe crime problem in the United States. Gun control ... Read More

An Analysis of the Gun Control Issue in the United States and the Need for Protection (718 words, 1 pages)

"Stick 'em up." These are three of the most feared words known to us today. Innocent people, males and females, the elderly, our nation's youth, all of these people must currently live in fear. Walking down the street, taking a Sunday drive, going to the supermarket, the bank, or a ... Read More

An Argument in Favor of Gun Ownership in the United States (550 words, 1 pages)

Gun Control Since the days of the pioneers of the United States, firearms have been part of the American tradition as protection and a means of hunting or sport. As we near the end of the 20th century the use of guns has changed significantly. Because of fast and steady ... Read More

A Discussion of Gun Control in the United States (698 words, 1 pages)

Gun Control What Is It?One of the most hotly debated topics today is gun control. But what exactly is gun control? Is it making it so hard to own that it takes away from the game or leaves someone in fear of not being able to protect themselves? Could it ... Read More

An Overview of the Gun Ownership as an American Tradition (548 words, 1 pages)

Since the days of the pioneers of the United States, firearms have been part of the American tradition as protection and a means of hunting or sport. As we near the end of the 20th century the use of guns has changed significantly. Because of fast and steady increase in ... Read More

A Belief That the Laws Need to Be Redirected Towards Better Safety Features on Guns (907 words, 2 pages)

When you mention gun control, many things come to mind. School shooting, the Brady Law, second amendment rights, and kids killing kids, these issues have prompted a controversy over guns and whether they are a menace to society. There are many types of guns and each contributes to crime differently. ... Read More

A Biography of James Fenimore Cooper an American Novelist (1238 words, 2 pages)

James Fenimore Cooper, whose writing has evoked admiration is considered to be the first true American novelist. His most popular work, The Last of the Mohicans, has remained one of the most widely read novels throughout the world and it, along with the other four novels that make up The ... Read More

Account of the Life and Achievements of General George Patton (981 words, 2 pages)

Old Blood and Guts"No bastard has ever won a war by dying for his country, he won it by making the other poor dumb bastard die for his country". These were the words spoken by General George Patton. He was a man that was renown for his tactical knowledge and ... Read More

The Trial of Neal and Jesse Eldridge, Two Abused Young Men (1605 words, 7 pages)

Neal and Jesse Eldridge are two young men on trial. For over ten years,they suffered severe physical, emotional, and psychological abuse at the handsof their father. It ended the day they shot and killed him. Now Neal and Jesseare charged, as adults, with first degree murder they face the possibility ... Read More

A Biography of John Dillinger, a Criminal from the United States (597 words, 1 pages)

On June 22, 1903 a man named John Dillinger was born. He grew up in the Oak Hill Section of Indianapolis. When John was three years old his mother died, and when his fatehr remarried six years later, John resented hes stepmother.When John was a teenager he was frequently in ... Read More