Academic papers on European History

Blitzkrieg Strategy During World War II
This 12 page paper provides an in depth look at this World War II phenomenon first implemented by the Germans. The blitzkrieg strategy is discussed ideologically and examples are provided. The paper concentrates on events which occurred during the...
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Scottish Independence and Identity
This 6 page paper looks at the effect that national identity has had on devolution in Scotland. The formation of a parliament is Scotland has been the breakthrough which many nationalists had hoped for, yet it may be in this that the continued cry...
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The Break Up of the Soviet Union
5 pages in length. The paper, presented in journal-style format, outlines the breakup of the Soviet Union and the effect it had on business and people afterward. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Gladstone and Irish Home Rule
This 10 page paper looks at the situation between Britain and Ireland at the end of the nineteenth century and the moves for the introduction of home rule. The paper examines the role of Gladstone in these events, and the way in which he changed his...
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The French Revolution: The Descent To Madness
6 pages in length. From a constitutional reform movement initiated by a select group of aristocrats (the Assembly of Notables) in 1787, the French Revolution quickly developed into an unstoppable torrent which culminated with the establishment of a...
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Conservative Fortunes in Scotland
This 6 page paper looks at the low level of support for the right wing Conservative government in Scotland which is especially apparent after the 1970's. The way in which the SNP and the Labour party y have impacted on the support as well as social...
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Warfare of Alexander the Great
A 12 page research paper that examine the military policies, strategies and tactics that contributed to the success of this ancient leader. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Rise and Fall of Napoleon I
This 8 page paper looks at Napoleon Bonaparte's life and times with a focus on the battles he lost. His failed invasion of Russia and his defeat at Waterloo are highlighted. Napoleon's last will and testament is discussed as well as what happened in...
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Peasant Life During the Reign of Charlemagne
A 4 page research paper, with a one page outline, that examines the character of life for peasants during the reign of Charlemagne in the early Middle Ages. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Prussian Militarism
This 5 page report discusses Prussian militarism and its relevance to the ways in which Germany
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Russian Nationalism After The Fall Of The Soviet Empire
12 pages in length. Since Russia's new independence from Communism, people have been steadily working toward establishing themselves a new identity. Indeed, what will not be included in this renewed selfhood is the chauvinistic nationalism that...
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The Polish Army/ 1939-1981
A 7 page research paper that details the relationship between the Polish army and the Soviets between 1939 and 1981. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Basque Nationalism, Spain's Reluctance
A 15 page paper discussing the issue of secession of the Basque region from Spain. There is a surge of nationalism, or rather tribalism, surfacing in many areas of the world. In northern Spain, many - but not all - the Basque people would have...
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Franciso Franco:
This 5 page paper examines the long political regime(1937-1975) of Francisco Franco of Spain. It discusses how Franco kept power through the historic caciquismo, the system of networking, patronage, vote buying, and pocketing of public...
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The Second World War as a Catalyst for the Lost of Colonial Power in the British Empire
This 9 page paper considers the role of the second world war in the collapse of the British Empire. Examples of India, Zimbabwe and Australia are used to demonstrate the different perspectives. The bibliography cites 8 sources
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