International Relations papers

A comparison of the Canadian and American educational systems.

This paper discusses the changes that occured in Russia with the fall of the former Soviet Union in 1991.

A study of the history of warfare from the middle ages to modern time.

A paper which uses the natural world to provide a basis for its argument that war is a necessary part of life.

A discussion of the pros and cons of exporting pesticides to Mexico.

An analysis of the post war effects of WWI and WWII.

An analysis of American author, Stanley Karnow's theory that America used the Philippines as a colonial bastion against political ideologies it disliked, such as communism.

A study of the political and military conflict between the United States and Iraq that spans over a decade.

This paper debates why the United States and most of the world in the wake of the 9/11 attacks and their aftermath should invade Iraq to remove the brutal regime of Saddam Hussain.

An in-depth study of the book by Chalmers Johnson, ?Blowback: The Cost and Consequences of American Empire.?

A paper which examines the effects of the drug trade between Colombia and the United States.

An analysis of the possible American invasion of Iraq, including an overview of the public opinion.

An argument that the term Manifest Destiny coined by President Polk was nothing other than a form of imperialism.

A biography of the career of General Colin Powell, one of the United State's greatest leaders in history.

A discussion of the Immigration & Naturalization Service's role in failing the U.S. on September 11 (9-11) and how the attacks might have been prevented.

This paper explores the current realationship between the United States and Mexico, focusing on the role of NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement).

A discussion of China's policy response towards Taiwan following the recently held Taiwanese elections.

A discussion of the effectiveness of Operation Ernest Will in assuring continuous access to Persian Gulf oil during the Iran-Iraq War.

An insight into American military action in Panama and Southwest Asia using Bob Woodward's book "The Commander?s".

Examines 22 U.N. resolutions aimed at Iraq for its invasion of Kuwait. Discusses the background to Iraq's role in the region, provisions, effects and aftermath.

Argues that post-war Vietnam's struggling democratic movement and anti-war protests are signs of the victory of American political philosophy of freedom.

Discusses the changing relations, perceptions, motivations, policies and leadership since the end of the Cold War.

Discusses the impact of the changing post-Cold War global order on NATO and the international organization in theory and practice.

Reviews this work on the historical development of world orders, theories of power, risk and change in international politics, conflict and cooperation and multilateralism of the 21st. Century.

Analyzes the effectiveness of American statecraft, military tactics and strategy in the war with Iraq.

Examines the changing role of the U.N. agency in preventing the spread of nuclear weapons. Discusses history, functions and the detection of violations.

Examines the causes, course and effects of the 1980-1988 war. Discusses historical roots, leadership, religion, military strategy, weapons, global factors and the outcome.

A critical review of this work on Cold War economic problems, the impact of the arms race on the U.S. industry and opportunities for post-Cold War conversion.

Examines its changing roles, challenges and opportunities after the break-up of the Soviet Union, focusing on European conflicts.

Examines the political, economic and historical implications of President Clinton's 1995 action, pros and cons, impact on China, trade and the P.O.W. issue.

Discusses the obstacles to a women's advance in business. Examines reasons, types, biases, career vs. family, affirmative action, lawsuits and corporate reform.

An analysis of the Treaty of Versailles, which ended the First World War. Discuses how the French fear of Germany led to harsh terms and German bristling at the harsh terms led to the Second World War.

A stream of consciousness essay which records personal feelings about the role of the President as commander in chief. Touches briefly on a number of topics from Hiroshima to Haiti.

Two essays. The first analyzes Kennedy's decision to use a blockade during the Cuban Missile Crisis. The second examines the historical background and legal questions surrounding the Presidential use of war-making power.

Examines the international legal issues of the U.S. kidnapping of the former Panamanian leader and trial on drug charges.

This paper summarizes five chapters from Frederick Hartmann & Robert Wendzel about U.S. policy, national interest and use of force.

This paper discusses the Ameican and international concerns and efforts to stem the spread of nuclear weapons in Third World: Background, examples and monitoring.

This paper reviews Secretary of State Dean Acheson's partial autobiography, "Present at the Creation", 1941-1953.

This paper discusses the historical and political evolution of the U.S. policy toward China, from 1920 to 1951, focusing on impact of wars (Manchuria, WWII, Korea), the role of Harry Truman and the State Department in the Two Chinas Policy (Communist &

This paper evaluates the effectiveness of the U.N. efforts from 1948 to 1993: Scope, limitations and importance of nations' cooperation.

This paper discusses the origins and development of the balance of power theory and defines this methodological perspective according to its contemporary model: Application to Islamic Gulf Cooperation Council, evolution, realism vs. utopianism in WWI, po

This paper discusses U.S.-Japan economic relations: Background, global accounts, trade imbalance, savings and investing, yen-dollar relationship, strategies, Clinton's policy, negotiations and problems and solutions.

This paper discusses the US-European security relationship after the collapse of Soviet Eastern Europe: NATO, weaponry, Bosnia, Clinton policies and the role of Russia.

This paper discusses the North American Free Trade Agreement - NAFTA: Compromise and conciliation in Clinton's victory in Congress on trade agreement vote, background, debate, role of Ross Perot, political significance and pork barrel concessions.

A look at the United Nations 1948 non-binding agreement promoting moral and humane treatment including the theory and practice of positive, natural and political rights.

The evolution of Ameican foreign policy, the role of Secretary of State Seward, the Monroe Doctrine, the execution of Emperor Maximilian and military and political issues.

A look at the background, missions, strategies, objectives, successes and failures in Haiti, Kampuchea, Somalia and Bosnia-Herzegovina.

A history of the relations and conflicts among the two nations and the U.S. and the discrimination against Haitians in the Dominican Republic.

A historical background loking at the American involvement, politics, military, economics, Duvalier dictatorship, Aristide-Cedras conflict, role of the U.N. and the Carter-Clinton 1994 peace settlement.

An evaluation of the weaknesses of the U.S. and international policy aimed at eliminating the apartheid government.

A critical review of the work on the war between Japan and the U.S., including costs and the reasons for the American victory.

An examination of the Economic problems, ethnic differences and nationalistic aspirations in the fall of the British Empire, Soviet Union and Yugoslavia and its application to the future of Canada, Brazil and India.

An examination of post-Cold War American policy towards the largest African nation. Includes cultural background, politics, rebel-government conflict, global context, human rights, aid, regional problems and religious and racial issues.

A critical analysis of the work on the causes, effects, evolution and demise of the conflict including economics, the military, detente, propaganda and the future.

A focus on the U.S., India, Soviet Union and China. Includes Cold War objectives, nuclear policy, Islamic fundamentalism, post-Soviet Russia and conflict resolution theory.

An analysis of the President's leadership, handling, success/failure and objectives in the 1961 and 1962 crises.

The origins and evolution of the opening of the China-U.S. relations through Nixon foreign policy, the dispute over the role of Kissinger, objectives, U.S. public reaction, role of the Sino-Soviet conflict and Vietnam War, success/failure and historical i

An analysis of the theory and application to U.S. exploitation and control of Iran until 1979.

An examination of the historical, cultural and political backgrounds and their impact on the social and economic conditions in the 1990s and the future. Includes socialism, technology, the role of the government, employment, stability, demographics and re

Political attitudes, motivations & policies toward Africa, Bosnia, China, Middle-East. Discussing issues of migration, security, European Community and the global role.

Examined in terms of developmental theories, human & financial capital, obstacles, public policy, examples (El Salvador, Brazil), economic models, loans, trade, effects of growth, multinationals, non-governmental organizations. Table.

History of World Court of the U.N.. Looking at its function, power, objectives, biases, politics and limitations.

(Robert B. Reich). Critical review of this work on the impact of a post-Cold War global economy on the U.S. economy & society.

Economic overview, emphasizing trade with Pacific Rim countries. Lookds at govt. policies, joint ventures, role of U.S., capital goods & technology, GATT and the future.

Probable effects on economies & employment of U.S. & Mexico.

Examines ideas & policies of 19th Cent. leader as a forerunners of global political views of the late 20th Century.

Analysis of this relationship by looking at the military sales, politics, impact on Middle East, Bush & Clinton policies. Also presented from an Israeli view.

An examination of the origins of problem, Saddam Hussein, regional factors, U.S. objectives and recommendations for negotiations.

A look at the military/economic concerns in the nations of Europe, the Middle East, South America and the Pacific Rim.

A look at its background, founding, reasons for failure, WWII, American policy, aims, major efforts and the impact on the United Nations.

A look at the history, aims, international issues (Pakistan, China, U.S.) and the Indian military.

An examination of the Bosnian civil war, including a look at the background, ethnic cleansing, international responses, parties involved, military aspects and the future.

A comparison of the executive and legislative branches' roles in foreign policy and defense decision making since WWII.

A review of the work on the development of nationalism and its role in international relations.

Examines background, need for, provisions, obstacles to ratification, financial impact and employment.

Explores the history, philosophy, tactics, leadership and the religion of the terrorist group responsible for the 1993 World Trade Center bombing.

Examines its background, the Cold War, politics, outcome, costs, leadership and military aspects.

Examines the effects of the breakup of the Soviet Union, discussing military, foreign policy, internal conditions in China, Japan, Korea and Indochina.

Reviews works on the roots of European-African relations, 1450-1850, as a basis for the development and demise of the slave trade.

A critical review of this work on changing world order and economic showdown among the U.S., Germany and Japan.

Explores events and issues related to the re-introduction of US Marines in Beirut in 1982.

Looks at the role of public opinion, the president and congress in the declaration of the Gulf War and the military action in Bosnia.

Examines Germany's relations with neighboring countries in the European Community, including economic, social and political impact for individual countries and the EC as a whole.

Discusses the Korean War, the first major test of the post-war, soon to be called Cold War, period, examining the background to the war, the war itself and the American role.

Describes some of the incidents and achievements of the Kennedy Administration, focusing on foreign affairs.

Discusses the history of Hong Kong and of Sino-British relations over the colony, examining the plans for and projections of the handover of Hong Kong in 1997.

An overview of the history that led to a united Germany in the late 19th century, discussing German relations with eight neighbors: France, Britain, Denmark, Sweden, Poland, Russia, Austria and Italy.

History of foreign and military relations between Japan and the Soviet Union since World War II, examining additional material on relations between the nations since the Soviet collapse and the rise of the new Russia.

Comparison of revolutions in Cuba and Mexico through analysis of events before, during and after the revolutionary periods, examining the U.S. involvement in each revolution.

Looks at the evolution of disarmament since WWII, emphasizing the 1980s and the impact of the break-up of the Soviet Union in 1991-92.

Discusses geographic and strategic aspects, conflicts with its Arab neighbors and Israel, military issues and the Lebanese problem.

Discusses strategic and national security issues, natural resources, the demise of the Soviet Union, Israel and the Persian Gulf War.

Summarizes this book and others, including "Intervention: How America Got Involved in Vietnam" (George Kahin), "On Strategy" (Harry Summers), "Fire in the Lake" (Frances Fitzgerald) and "Lyndon Johnson's Dual War" (Kathleen Turner).

Evaluates the global situation in the early 1990s and the near future, discussing regional integration, trade agreements and barriers.

Argues for and against the American involvement, discussing the Cold War, politics, military, treaty, strategic issues, Geneva Accords, imperialism and ethics.

A critical analysis of this work on the dangers of an aggressive American foreign policy in Mexico.

Examines the role of the Security Council Resolutions in the legal, economic and military struggle to oust Iraq and discusses background, oil, security and politics.

Analyzes problems and projects into the 21st Century, revolution, economics, politics, drugs, population, emigration and the impact of U.S. relations.

Examines the issues and outcomes of major summits among the U.S., Soviets and the British.

Examines the global efforts (U.N., World Bank) to maintain political and socioeconomic order and decrease tension.