Essays and Research Papers on 20th Century Europe

This 12 page paper discusses the ramifications of Germany's unification in 1990 and its relationship to the world order. Germany's place in terms of the fall of communism as well as its role in the creation of world peace is explored. The critical Two Plus Four meetings are also explained. Bibliography lists 12+ sources.

A 12 page paper that provides an analytical overview of German democracy since reunification, and considers the implications for both political and social constructs. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper in which the writer provides an overview of McAdams' book and suggests a critical evaluation of the work. No additional sources cited.

A 4 page paper that discusses the military differences between Napoleon and Frederick the Great and creates a premise for the development of warfare. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page paper that discusses the effects of the War in Bosnia in relationship to the people, including their ongoing memories of the war, but more importantly how that relates to their current situation. The writer posits that politically, the war is merely at a truce because the country is run by war ...

A 5 page paper discussing the ideological and motivational perspectives that influenced the U.S. decison to send troops into Bosnia. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 3 page essay on the reasons why sanctions do not work in non-democratic societies. Using Bosnia as an example, the writer presents an argument for the advantage of having inalienable rights to government accountability. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 7 page paper that provides an overview of US foreign policy in Bosnia, and provides a critical analysis of the actions taken in that region by the united states and their outcomes in recent years. Bibliography included.

This 8 page paper looks at the problems in Bosnia as a result of the Serb's desire for ethnic cleansing. The problem is looked at from both a historical and sociological perspective.Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 6 page research paper exploring how the concept of authoritarianism was developed in the Balkans and its contribution to the first and second Balkan Wars. The writer explores general theories, then addresses specific details about the actions of Bosnians, Bulgarians, Greeks, Romanians, and Serbs during this period. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 10 page research paper with an overview of three theories regarding dissolution of the Yugoslav Republic. The three areas explored include the U.N. offer of recognition, economic factors, and ongoing animosity of between the various ethnic nations. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

a 7 page paper showing how Havel's play 'The Protest' demonstrates the effects of artistic repression during the Communist era in Czechoslovakia. It provides a considerable amount of background into the position of the Communists in that country at the time Havel wrote the play, and demonstrates how he moved from dissident playwright to President. ...

A 5 page overview of the Belgium political system as it is related to its electoral system. The paper posits and supports the argument that in order for a move to a party ticket to work in Belgium, a sense of public conscious must be developed, or devolution and the party ticket will only ...

In 5 pages the author discusses Poland's Lech Walsea and his role, importance, and significance in Polish Solidarity. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at political and economic changes in Poland during the nineties. The interrelationship between the two is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Poland3. wps

A 6 page paper on the life and times of Jozef Pilsudski (early 20th century), independent Poland's first President. Attempts to show that although Pilsudski was a harsh ruler, he genuinely thought that he was helping Poland to become a strong and independent nation. Bibliography included.

An 8 page paper that postulates that the Swiss national identity as a neutral state has recently come into question. The particular question is their military involvement in World War II, and secondarily their holocaust victim holdings. The background of Swiss polity is presented, reflecting a fragmented form of government that has diverse ...

A detailed 11 page overview/ country profile (country study) of Albania and its demographics. Bibliography lists six sources.

A sociopolitical examination of what the Armenian people have been doing since independence (Politics, jobs, agriculture, etc;). 5 pages, Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 10 page research paper summarizing the construction, amenities, and loss of the Titanic in 1912. As a direct result of the sinking of the Titanic, international ice patrols were instituted that remain in place today, and British shipping regulations were revamped. Bibliography lists 16 sources.

An 8 page essay on the sinking of the Titanic. The writer describes the events that occurred and how unexpected the entire tragedy was. The ensuing controversy over responsibility and specific events is analyzed through related articles. A review of findings since the Titanic's discovery during the 1990's is included as well. Bibliography lists 10 ...

In 3 pages, the writer discusses how the rich, middle class, and poor were treated on the fateful voyage of the Titanic in 1912. The bibliography lists 5 sources.

Guy Chapman's 'A Passionate Prodigality' is essentially a partial autobiography containing a lengthy World War I and post-wartime experience of great emotion for the author/narrator. In this 5 page review, the writer offers opinions and reactions to the content of the book and to the events of World War I in Europe as described by ...

An 8 page research paper which gives a thorough examination of the build-up of British avaition during the First World War. The writer demonstrates how, from a start at the beginning of the war characterized by inferior tactics, logistical support and equipment, the Royal Air Force emerged as the most powerful armed air resource in ...

Known as the Seven Week War because of the limited time that troops were in the field and the extremely quick and efficient political and military maneuverings by Bismarck, the circumstances leading up to the Austro-Prussian War were a culmination of political gambits, military leadership and economic policies. This is a 6 page paper that examines ...