Category: War
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World War I Provocative Phenomenas
Abstract The Great War of 1914-1917 influenced the world in the twentieth century significantly while providing the patterns for the modern development of international relations. Thus, the Great War demonstrated the role of the alliance system, the use of poison gas, and the effect of the genocide on the nations development. World War I Discussion…
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The Causes of the Mexican-American War
The Mexican-American war was one of the main armed conflicts of the 19th century that established the US as the dominant force in the region. The US politicians were looking for an opportunity to expand the territories for some time, and the Texas Declaration of Independence gave them an opening. While technically Mexican-American war can…
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Lower Canada Rebellion: The Patriots War of 1837-38
Table of Contents Introduction Allan Greer Andrew Boethius Evidence Base The Most Convincing Interpretation Conclusion Reference List Introduction This war is also known as the Lower Canada Rebellion that took place in 1837 to 1838. This war resulted from girded conflict and rebellion from rebels in Lower Canada who opposed British colonial rulers in this…
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Science Fiction: Wells The War of the Worlds
Science fiction and fantastic literature has been fascinating the readers since its very appearing. It is quite natural for people to dream, and imagine either alternative ways of history, or far future. As the discovering of the secrets which are concealed in space and far galaxies, and also the possibility of time travel occupied and…
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The History of American-Mexican War
US history is marred with controversial episodes that raise a lot of debate. One of these events occurred in the 1800s during the American-Mexican war. The background of this war is that Texas had gained independence from Mexico and was a slave state, making the US hesitant to admit it into the union. Mexico still…
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Post-War Britain: Decline or Growth?
Table of Contents Introduction The origin of Declinism Indicators of Declinism Key statistics indicators The national income Industrial production Productivity Shares of world trade Conclusion Works Cited Introduction The debate whether the British economy declined or grew during the post war decades among scholars especially economic historians has been going on for decades. The debate…
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War Law Transformation Throughout History
Introduction Wars are inevitable in a world where people have different views and ideologies in almost all aspects of life. It is often ironic that countries and international organizations would want to impose laws on war because, by its nature, war is a lawless event. However, the world, through consensus, compromises, and a desire for…
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How To Tell a True War Story Analysis
How To Tell a True War Story shows the connection between storytelling and the experiences people go through while at war. This story intends to investigate the reality of war stories told by those from Vietnam. The story is narrated from OBriens experience, who acts as a soldier and a storyteller. Hence, the story seems…
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Post-War America in Historical Sources
With the end of World War II, the United States became one of the two world superpowers. The country helped Europe to rise from the ruins and experienced an economic and demographic boom; the process of abandoning segregation and racial discrimination has begun. At the same time, an anti-communist propaganda campaign was launched in American…
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The Concept of War in the Bhagavad Gita
One of the oldest religions of the world, Hinduism is often seen as the set of stories, myths, and morals, which promote pacifism. At the center of its teachings lies the Hindu scripture Bhagavad Gita. The entirety of the writing comprises the dialogue between the major Hindu deity Krishna and a warrior Arjuna, who receives…