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This junior level paper is on "How did the American Revolution contribute to the outbreak of the French revolution?" It includes that what independent factors propelled the French to the revolution? Sources.

Tags:AMERICAN STUDIES AND HISTORY / AMERICAN REVOLUTION, american french revolution

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This paper describes some of the women who participated in the American Revolution - their lives, their stories and their motives. It examines how these significant women were examples of an undercurrent already present in the American society and how, due to the necessity of war, these women were able to be given the chance to make an impact on the society.


I. Introduction: Social Status of Women in the Revolution
II. Molly Pitcher: the real story
A. Evidence supporting her existence
B. Evidence denying her existence
C. An American Icon
D. Other Women who took up Arms
III. Women as Spies
A. Ann Bates
B. Miss Jenny
IV. Life as a Camp Follower
A. Women in Supporting Roles
B. The winds of Equality
C. Abigail Adams
D. Patriotism
V. Men's views on Women in the Revolution
A. Women as a Symbol of the Comforts of Home

From the Paper
"Women in the American Revolution played a deciding factor in the success of the colonists in winning their freedom from the Tyranny of England. Traditional roles of men and women had been heavily influenced by the teachings of Christianity in which men were above women and God was above men. The interpretation of this idea was taken rather literally during this time period and many men regarded women as lower beings. During the Revolutionary war women were not considered fit for battle and this was strictly a man's realm. Women were responsible for cooking, mending, sewing, soap making, and other forms of domestic tasks. The onset of the war forced some of these ideas to be loosened due to necessity. The war played a major role in re-defining women's roles in the late 18th century. These ideas began a long series of reforms, which later led to the suffrage movement."

Tags:women, war, america, american, revolution, britain, colonist, equality, feminism

Abstract
The paper discusses how the American Revolution has traditionally been taught as if it was one single, unified movement where all Americans rose heroically as one to challenge tyranny, motivated by their love of freedom and desire for self-governance. However, the paper shows how more recent interpretations have challenged this simplistic interpretation. The paper argues that it is more correct to see the American Revolution as "many revolutions," in that there were many contributing ideas and factors, rather than one simple movement.

From the Paper
"The American Revolution has traditionally been taught as if it was one single, unified movement. In terms of this concept, all Americans rose heroically as one to challenge tyranny, motivated by their love of freedom and desire for self-governance. However, more recent interpretations have challenged this simplistic interpretation. It is argued that it is more correct to see the American Revolution as "many revolutions," in that there were many contributing ideas and factors, rather than one simple movement. The fact that most Americans supported the revolution might lead us to..."

Tags:american, revolution, ideas

Abstract
"This paper examines "The Radicalism of the American Revolution" in which historian Gordon Wood argues convincingly that the American Revolution was a radical event, and provides solid evidence to support this assertion. The writer argues in favor of his approach, as he argues that the patriot leaders recognized that the social, political, and economic bonds uniting the colonies with Great Britain had to be severed completely and permanently, on the basis of their shared radical belief that hereditary monarchy was doomed and their determination to establish a new nation governed by the people through their elected representatives.

From the Paper
"The American Revolution: A Radical Event In The Radicalism of the American Revolution, historian Gordon Wood argues convincingly that the American Revolution was a radical event, and provides solid evidence to support this assertion. I agree with his assessment, for the patriot leaders recognized that the social, political, and economic bonds uniting the colonies with Great Britain had to be severed completely and permanently, on the basis of their shared radical belief that hereditary monarchy was doomed and their determination to establish a new nation governed by the people through their elected representatives. The publication in 1776 of Thomas Paine's Common Sense, which immediately sold more than one-hundred and fifty thousand copies, confirms that radical political sentiments were pervasive throughout the thirteen colonies. "

Tags:radical, american, revolution

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The paper compares the American Revolution and the process of democratization in Iraq and concludes that it is not a valid comparison.

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"The American Revolution, as described by Sellers, May and McMillen, represented the culmination of years of struggle on the part of a colonial people to obtain parity with the mother country. The process of revolution in the United States pitted relatively small colonies against one of the most powerful empires the world has ever seen, that of Great Britain, which had a vested interest in retaining autocratic control over the affairs of its colonies in America. The American Revolution occurred in..."

Tags:American Revolution, Iraq, democracy

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In this article, the writer explains why Christians today should care about the American Revolution and what truths from it can be applied to Christians today.

From the Paper
"The American Revolution was a highly impacting event in American history on many levels one of them religious. We should care about the Revolution for two important reasons first because it was in part a religious revolution mounted by profoundly committed Christians and second because it serves as an example of how a country whose people differ on religious matters can still achieve unity of purpose and live at peace among themselves. The importance of Christianity in the Revolution cannot be overstated ..."

Tags:Christianity, passion, American Revolution, Revolutionary War, diversity

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This paper examines the social and political impacts of the American Revolution and supports the idea that the Revolution did not truly entail great changes for America. The paper addresses slavery, social structure and government structure.

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"If social standing for the wealthy elite changed very little during the Revolution, for slaves and servants it changed not at all. The principles of the Revolution are set down so famously in the Declaration of Independence - "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness." With the presence of slavery and servitude in America before the Revolution, these ideas would have been truly revolutionary had they actually been applied to "all men", but they were not. Slavery and white servitude continued well after independence from Britain had been won, and the rights that were mentioned in the Declaration were reserved for those who had already had them prior to the Revolution - free white men of the upper- and middle-classes."

Tags:american, colonies, colony, government, history, revolution, servant, servants, slave, slavery, slaves, society

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This paper examines the book "Towards an American Revolution," by Jerry Fresia. The book is about the facade that is our American government. He argues that while the American people are conditioned to believe that our government is the greatest in the world and looks out for the common citizen, in reality it is a plutocracy, run by the social elites and corporations. They use their power to manipulate society, its laws, and its culture so that they can do business as they please.

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"Many people believe that what Americans accept as history is drastically different from the truth. These people believe that the American Revolution that Americans were taught to believe in since they were children is a lie. In reality, the Founding Fathers were all extremely wealthy elitists that owned large amounts of land and slaves. They rebelled against Britain not in the name of freedom and revolution, but so that they would be free to run their businesses any way they wanted. There are many instances of "common people" rebelling against the government that convinced the elites that a strong central government was the only..."

Tags:plutocracy, american, locke

Abstract
A review of Wood's book, which covers the American Revolution and the radical thought that led up to American independence. It explains how Wood indicates where the Americans began to break with the British and how radical thought was common in free Britain, so it is no surprise that American Colonials would continue this type of thought in the New World. It shows how Wood's theories differ from straight history because he looks at the social and economic factors that helped leaders look, first, toward a new Republic and then toward a more radical democracy.

From the Paper
"The author breaks the book down into three main sections that logically follow the steps of the revolution: Monarchy, Republicanism, and Democracy. Within this framework, the author illustrates the differing stages in the American thought process, from breaking with the monarchy, to creating a workable Republic, to finally a democracy that was created for equality for all. Wood's research shows that at this time in American history, Americans were extremely open to change, and they were accepting of anyone who wanted to live in the country. Wood writes, "The truth was, said Thomas Paine in Common Sense, that Americans were the most cosmopolitan people in the world. They surmounted all local prejudices. They regarded everyone from different nations as their countryman" (Wood 223). He feels the ideals Americans used to create their new government may seem "commonplace" today, but at the time they were "momentously radical" at the time (Wood ix). The author uses a variety of research and evidence to reach his conclusions, from papers and books to library research and peer-reviewed journals and thesis. It is clear the author used every available resource to conduct his study, and wanted this book to represent the most exhaustive research on this topic, so there would be no questioning of his results."

Tags:colonials, americans, social

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In this article, the writer discusses the causes of the American Revolution. The examination concentrates on the economic, social and political issues that led to the American Revolution. The writer maintains that the English government sought to control the economy of the colonies even when it became obvious that the colonists had the capacity to control their own economy. To guarantee economic control over the colonies the currency act and the stamp act were implemented. The writer concludes that both of these acts were met with opposition and became the catalysts for the American Revolution.

Outline:
Introduction
Causes of the American Revolution
Social and Political reasons for the American Revolution
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Control over colonial currency was also another economic issue that ultimately led to the American Revolution. The currency act was a major reason why there was economic conflict between the colonies and British Rule. According to an article found in the Yale Law Journal the English government wanted to ensure currency stability and for this purpose the Currency Act of 1751 was developed and applied to all of New England.
"The main thrust of the Currency act of 1751 was to forbid bills of credit from being legal tender for payment of private obligations. In addition the act prevented any extra time for the redeeming of outstanding bills, and made compulsory the instant removal from office of any governor who debased the Act."

Tags:British, rule, colonies, independence