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    Nimitz Bibliography Resources

    What is a good starting point to research Admiral Chester Nimitz, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet during World War II. Sources list only required.

    The Chinese Red Guards

    What did the Red Guards and other youth groups want to accomplish? Were their goals the same as or different than those of Chinese workers and Chinese peasants?

    Confucianism

    What historical circumstances were associated with the rise of Confucianism?

    Conquest Culture and Culture Crystallization

    Discuss the concept of "conquest culture." Discuss if and how "cultural crystallization" was very significant in determining what the final stabilized forms of the Latin American acculturated society are.

    Charlemagne's Empire Falls

    Why did Charlemagne's empire disintegrate? How did the barbarian invaders contribute to the development of western Europe following the rule of Charlemagne?

    Introduction to Latin America

    Discuss the series of institutions established during the Spanish and Portuguese colonial era in what today is Latin America. In your discussion be sure to indicate the legacy of the colonial era (1492-early 1800s or 19th century) highlighting the institutions and traditions still in place today in Latin America. Why do you thin

    The Rhodesian Unilateral Declaration of Independence

    The Rhodesian Unilateral Declaration of Independence from Great Britain on November 11th 1965 was a highly controversial event which inspires strong sentiments from many perspectives. Unfortunately, the facts are often not presented in a balanced and unbiased fashion. As a result students of Rhodesian/Zimbabwean history often do

    Counterforce Contest as compared to Guerrilla Warfare.

    This solution is an explanation for students who have an interest in Military History of the differences between 'Counterforce' conflict and 'Guerrilla Warfare'. Theoretical military terminology is often used in classes without a full explanation of the history or nature of such strategies therefore I have explained the terms in

    NATO The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) was founded in 1949.

    NATO The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) was founded in 1949. Which countries were originally involved in NATO? What was the purpose of NATO? What obligations did the member nations have to each other? Did NATO succeed in attaining its purpose? Explain your responses thoroughly.

    Conventions & Historical Accuracy of "The Other Boleyn Girl"

    1) What were the social conventions of the time? 2) How do these social conventions relate to class and gender? 3) What is the historical accuracy of this book? 4) What are some examples of the inaccuracies that may exist in the book, since it is historical fiction, rather than a biography?

    WW II

    More lives were lost on the battlefield and in extermination camps during World War II than any other conflict in history. Throughout the war, Axis aggression was met with resistance both on the political stage and in underground movements. What are some various examples of resistance and the effect these had on the outcome of

    Influence of the Nazi Party

    Adolf Hitler came to power by legal means, appointed by President Paul von Hindenburg on January 30, 1933, according to the constitution of the Weimar Republic. Thereafter, however, he proceeded to dismantle the legal structure of the Weimar system and replace it with an inflexible dictatorship that revolved around his person â

    Social Structure

    Address the following questions? * What are some of the philosophies that influenced Latin America? In what way did they impact the cultures of Latin America? * What contributions to society did folk and elite caudillos bring to Latin American society? * What impact did the encroachment of Europeans have upon

    European History since 1900

    Compare and contrast Woodrow Wilson's Idealistic View with Georges Clemenceau's Demands for Security and Revenge. What arguments did each use to advance his claims? How did the German Delegation react to the Treaty of Versailles?

    Historical Foundations

    # How are scholars able to find out how early people with no written records lived? # What was prehistoric society like around the Amazon? # What ensured European domination in the New World? # How do you think an entire prehistoric group of people could simply disappear, such as the people around the Marajo of the Amazon?

    Writing Statement of Purpose for Africana studies program

    Looking for a start in writing a Statement of Purpose letter for the Africana studies program. A little information about me: Government employment / HR background / interested in EEO / Doctorate Student @ UOP (looking to transfer) / 5 years of Military Service. Thanks in advance.

    European History

    Hi, It would be great if you could help me understand these questions...I know the background, I was just wondering about the following questions. 1.) Why did France find it difficult to achieve security after the Versailles Treaty? Was the invasion of the Ruhr wise? 2.) Was the failure of the Weimar Republic in German

    WW2 - Operational Theaters

    The US fought a "two-front" war in WWII, in Europe and in the Pacific. How did these two theaters of war differ? How and why did America's goals and strategy differ for each front?

    Panama - Article Summary

    I am in need of assistance generating an article summary for the attached article on Panama. A requirement for the project is that the summary be a page to a page and a half, highlighting the key points and concluding with personal thoughts of the subject at hand. I just need some guidance on what to include. Thank you.