The Civil War
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In 5 pages, the author discusses the events and causes that lead to the Civil War. Many issues were prominent in the Civil War. They include slavery, Lincoln's elections and his assassination, the careers of the various generals, major battles and minor battles, the dominating forces, and other important catalysts, effects and results. The stage of the times was set with a drama with an intense story line of brother against brother, neighbor against neighbor and state against state in that war of all wars, the Civil War. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PCcivwar.doc

Necessities Of War / Civil War & Vietnam War
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A 5 page essay comparing and contrasting some of the many events of the Civil War and the Vietnam War. Lincoln said that there were necessities of war. What did he mean? This is the specific question explored in this essay. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The American Civil War
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In 9 pages the author discusses the American Civil War. There was nothing 'civil' about the Civil War, which is also known as the War Between the States. It was a war where neighbor fought neighbor and brother fought brother. There was a painful division of families and friends just as there was a division of the North and the South. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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The Reconstruction (American Civil War) : Failure
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In 4 pages, the author discusses the failure of the Reconstruction, which occurred after the American Civil War. 'When examining the American Civil War, and the subsequent period of Reconstruction that occurred after the war, one must determine that the Reconstruction was not a success, although Lincoln might have made a good president, and the Industrial revolution began after the American Civil War. The New South had difficulty coping with its status. Once the Blacks were free, there was little work to be had by them, resulting in their relying on theft and other criminal activity. This perpetuated mob lynchings.' Free Sample Sentence Outline included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PCrecon.doc

Civil War in Southern Africa
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Civil wars in Southern Africa have brought devastation on all levels - from political upheaval to famine, genocide and mass displacement. The diversity and history of conflict have added to systems of corrupt and, or, inept governments to bring most of the African States into and through the experience of civil wars. This 5 page paper explores the effects of the civil wars and examines the direction of development in store for Southern Africa. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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  The Civil War: Avoidance Potential
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5 pages in length. Inasmuch as there were tremendous political, economic, social, and legal changes occurring just prior to the Civil War, could this bloody battle have been averted by any course of action? Indeed, it can readily be argued that a handful of singular battles may have, indeed, been avoided in the long run; however, the Civil War was destined to explode with much the same anger it had in spite of great strides to prevent such an outburst. However, there was one aspect of the war's instigation that could not have seen any circumvention: the threat to national democracy. The writer discusses that when assessing this historical possibility, it is important to consider the fact that fury was high between the two sides, rendering a complete absolution extremely unlikely. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Henry Wirz / Scapegoat For Civil War Crimes At Andersonville
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Confederate Major Henry Wirz has had his name soiled throughout history as the man responsible for some horrendous war crimes (mostly at Andersonville) during the conflict between North and South. In fact, he was the only Southern official to be executed for such crimes at the conclusion of the Civil War. In this 40 page thesis, the writer argues that Wirz was not as guilty as historians make him out to be;-- Through an in-depth analysis of Civil War history, the point is made that Wirz was actually only a scapegoat--and not genuinely responsible for the crimes that were committed. Bibliography lists approximately 30 sources.
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Irene Hunt's 'Across Five Aprils'
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In 5 pages the author discusses the main characters, the plot, the theme, a brief analysis and a review of 'Across Five Aprils' by Irene Hunt. ''Across Five Aprils' is the unforgettable story of a boy who comes of age during the turbulent years of the Civil War. This is a good book that will keep the reader breathless to the very end. The mood during the Civil War is captured perfectly by author Irene Hunt. She secures the viewpoint of the families during the war. This is accentuated by the fact that brothers at times had to fight brothers. This book is both a historically authentic Civil War novel and a beautifully written story of one family's coping with the war and its many problems.'
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Music and Art in War Eras
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An 8 page paper which discusses popular art and music during times of war. These times of war are depicted in 'The Killer Angels' by Michael Shaara, which concerns the Civil War, 'A Farewell to Arms' by Ernest Hemingway, which deals with World War I, and 'Going After Cacciato' by Tim O'Brien, which involves the Vietnam War. These particular eras each had their own unique blend of art and music. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Was the American Civil War and Reconstruction a Second American Revolution?
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This 5 page paper considers the political, economic, and social issues that were prevalent during the American Civil War and the subsequent Reconstruction Era and argues that this actually represented a “Second American Revolution.” Because the first American Revolution was defined by ideological and economic issues and determined widespread change, it can be argued that the American Civil War was also the same kind of situation and had similar outcomes. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Civil War Letters
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In 9 pages, the author displays historical knowledge of the Civil War by writing a sequence of four letters, two of which are from someone in the Union state of Massachusetts. The other two are from someone in the Confederate state of Virginia. The letters discuss the causes, the conduct, and the consequences of the Civil War (as viewed from differing perspectives). Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Manifest Destiny: Precursor to the Civil War
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A 5 page discussion of the contribution of the ideology of manifest destiny, the belief in a divine right for the stronger to dominate the weaker, in the outbreak of the Civil War. Recounts the major events leading up to the war including the 1846-1848 war with Mexico, the Secession Crisis of November 1860-April 1861, the annexation of Texas, the Wilmot Proviso, expansionism, the repeal of the Missouri Compromise and the Presidential election of 1860. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Robert E. Lee: Influences Upon The Civil War
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8 pages in length. Robert E. Lee was both a shrewd and defiant military man. It can be argued that his influences upon the Civil War were such that had he not been a primary participant in the battle, history would have recorded the ultimate outcome as having been significantly different. It was not unlike Lee to utilize every means possible in order to gain an edge over the enemy, which included a seemingly insignificant act of reading the northern newspapers carefully for clues to troop movements. The writer discusses the influences Lee had upon the Civil War. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Juveniles During The American Civil War
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A 6 page research paper on juveniles coming of age during the American Civil war. The paper looks at family dynamic changes during this time and how juveniles had to respond to these changes by taking over adult responsibilities—to the point of sons replacing their fathers on the battlefield. The writer demonstrates how the family dynamic was carried into war because of the youth of these soldiers, and posits that this dynamic ultimately led to a justification for coming of age in war.
Filename: Cvwarjuv.wps

Stone Mountain Georgia / A Role in the Civil War?
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A 4 page review of the possible role Stone Mountain Georgia played in the Civil War. Reveals that little of substance is available on this role since no major battles occurred here. Ties in the historic importance of the area, the role of the railroad there, and the role of the community as a Civil War enlistment office. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Political Compromise and the Civil War
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A 6 page paper which discusses the many different political compromises and invovlements that took place during times of slavery in this country. When these compromises and political dealings no longer appeared to be working, civil war was the only other option. The details between these compromises and the civil war is illustrated. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Killer Angels: The Idealized Vision of the Civil War
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This 9 page paper assesses the nature of the Civil War as presented in Michael Shaara’s book The Killer Angels and considers why so many men rushed to enlist at the onset of the war in April of 1861. This paper considers the reasons why many men enlisted, including the fact that it was believed that it would be a short war, a “picturebook” conflict and that it would be full of romance and glory for all who participated. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Civil War Consequences
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The Civil War had little or nothing to do with the freeing of the slaves. It's purpose was political and profound in the changes it brought to the economic and military policies of the United States. This is a 5 page paper that examines the actual causes of the Civil War, the agenda of the Lincoln administration and the consequences of these policies. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Shrouds of Glory: A Review of the Civil War Book by Winston Groom
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A 5 page review of the 1996 book, 'Shrouds of Glory: From Atlanta to Nashville: The Last Great Campaign of the Civil War', by Winston Groom. Groom is the author of 'Forrest Gump' as well but his current book distinguishes itself in providing a factual account of the account of one of the most turbulent times in U.S. history, the Civil War. Groom concentrates on the time period which spanned July 1864 to December 1864 and the battles of Atlanta and Nashville and targets not the casual reader but instead at the avid history buff. No additional sources are listed.
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  Political Corruption After the Civil War
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This 3 page paper considers the prevalent issues that determined the impact of the post-Civil War era, especially in relationship to specific political processes. In essence, the changing social and political perspectives of the post-Civil War era allowed for a greater level of political corruption. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Civil War Robber Barons
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In 5 pages the author discusses the robber barons of the Civil War. Were the so-called robber barons really robber barons or where they captains of industry? The Civil War robber barons were capitalists. They were able to acquire considerable wealth by exploitation and hard-heartedness, but they were actually captains of industry and have contributed to today's industrialization. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Negro’s Civil War: How American Blacks Felt and Acted During the War for the Union by James McPherson
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the central elements in McPherson’s book, considering his central thesis regarding the nature of the Black experience during the American Civil War and the misconceptions that were integrated into white American history. This paper also considers the viability of the source information utilized and the overall veracity of McPherson’s claims. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Confederate Partisan Ranger Activity
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A 27 page paper discussing the guerrilla warfare tactics employed by the Confederacy during the Civil War. Independent of stringent military control, most were led by men of integrity but other units used the war to indulge in theft and murder. In the end, some historians believe that partisan ranger activity prolonged the war; others believe that it could have prolonged the war to the extent that the South could have won. Whether viewed favorably or not, whether militarily effective or not, those Confederate rangers of integrity and constancy of purpose performed incalculable service for those left at home for the duration of the war. Their stories give a human touch to the history that so easily could be reduced these 130 years later to a listing of statistics and of the dates at which irrefutable changes were made in the course of the country. Bibliography lists 27 sources.
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Civilian Life During the Civil War
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A 10 page paper covering the lives of housewives, children, and others during the 1860's while America was at war with itself. Disease, dropout rates, civilian volunteer efforts, and the changing role of women are among the many issues discussed. Some insight is also provided as to how life inherently differed in the South. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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African Americans: From Slavery to Civil Rights
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An 8 page review of African American rights from pre-Civil war years to the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. Identifies the causes of the Civil War and its relation to black emancipation. Discusses changes in U.S. law and policy and the actions of individuals like Andrew Johnson, Booker T. Washington, Ida B. Wells, W.E.B. Dubois, Frederick Douglass, John F.Kennedy, Lyndon B, Johnson, and Martin Luther King Junior in regard to instituting social change. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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The Women of the Civil War
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This 9 page paper provides an overview of the woman’s role during the Civil War era. Several examples are noted including Dr. Mary Walker’s transition from physician to spy and Captain Sally’s struggle to open and operate a private hospital. Other examples are noted and the way women were treated is discussed in general as are the various roles they played in relation to the war. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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The Draft in the Civil War
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A 5 page outline of the history of the draft or conscription in the American Civil War. Concludes that the effectiveness of the draft declined in both the North and the South as the war raged on. This was due to different factors. The South simply didn’t have the manpower to continue to supply draft requirements and the poor Northerners began to rebel against the draft because it targeted them more so than the wealthy and because they began to understand the full socio-economic implications of emancipation. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Post Civil War Reconstruction Policies
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A 12 page review of the years following the Civil War and the Reconstruction policies which were in place. Contrasts the goals and policies of Congress with those of Presidents Lincoln and his successor President Andrew Johnson. Emphasizes the impacts of these policies on the reentry of the Southern states to the Union and to the blacks who have been freed by the War. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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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