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Radio 1930-1960, 2004.
A look at the history of American radio during the years 1930-1960.
2,146 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper examines how, during the years from 1930-1960, radio became an increasingly popular form of entertainment for Americans. It looks at how technological changes helped spark the spectacular growth of radio and how in the 1930s radio programs were hugely varied and included a wide number of entertainment programs, as well as a number of hugely popular news programs. It explores how governmental intervention in radio began in 1934 with the creation of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) and how, in the years from 1930 to 1960, radio gradually shifted its focus from variety-style entertainment programs to music programming, largely as a result of the appearance of television. It also discusses how radio today focuses largely on the music industry rather than the variety programs that were popular during the years 1930-1940, but still remains a hugely popular part of American culture.
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Introduction
Government Involvement
Technology
The Growth of Radio 1930-1960
Programming
Famous Moments
Important People and Performers
The Preservation of Old-Time Radio
Conclusion
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"In the 1940s, FM became popular, as the FCC authorized broadcasting on 42-50MHZ. During the war, manufacturing and technology boom in radio, although home users were limited by wartime shortages. In 1945, the FCC changed the FM band to 88 to 108 megacycles. In 1946, selenium rectifiers began to replace vacuum tube rectifiers. By 1947 the size of radios were reduced, as miniature rectifiers, tubes, transformers and printed circuit boards became popular. The transistor was invented in 1947, and first introduced to the public in 1948 (A Brief History of Radio). "
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2000 vs. 1960, 2006.
This paper argues that, despite the passage of time, the cause and effect of the world climate in 1960 and today are very similar.
1,820 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 58.95
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This paper contends that, comparing today with 1960, humanity has not advanced in the past four decades; the world of today still comes down to the choice of opportunity and harmony or discord and destruction. The author explains that, in 1960, because of the Cold War, the world faced the threat of nuclear war; whereas, in the 21st century, with the collapse of the U.S.S.R and the subsequent strengthening of the U.S. and other nations, which has resulted in some of the Islamic peoples' growing resentment towards Western influence, the world now faces global terrorism. This paper concludes that the world community is constantly faced with choices that literally can result in life or death; therefore, every person, government leader and nation must make the right choices between war or peace and freedom or oppression to ensure the life of future generations.
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Introduction
Definition
Cause and Effect
Argument
Conclusion
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"In 1960, on a cold crisp January afternoon, the newly elected President of the United States, John Fitzgerald Kennedy, stood at the podium of his inaugural and gave a speech outlining his objectives for the coming presidential term. As one of the most powerful nations in the world at that time, people in all corners of the globe listened with rapt attention. In this speech, Kennedy made it clear that he represented a new era of leadership not only for the United States, but also for the world; a leadership that was born in the 20th century and held a fresh point of view to lead the nations of the world in a bold new direction, ..."
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Sports in the 1960's, 2002.
This paper discusses sports in the 1960's.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 80.95
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This paper discusses sports in the 1960's. Citing the examples set by Presidents Kennedy, Nixon, and Eisenhower, the entire world of sports in America is examined, including the Olympics, the affect of racism, the major historical issues of the time and how they affected sports, the growth in popularity of professional sports, and the role of the television and radio.
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The Security Treaty Crisis of 1960, 2002.
Explores the Security Treaty Crisis of 1960 between the US and Japan and its impact on Japanese society.
2,775 words (approx. 11.1 pages), 6 sources, $ 102.95
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Most Japanese that grew up after the 1970s are not even aware of the struggles that were experienced before them. The same can be said for the study of post-war Japanese history. The lion's share of research has been on the Japanese economic 'miracle', and relatively little has been mentioned of the post war hardships. This paper marks an effort to shift this balance. It will explore the so-called Security Treaty Crisis of 1960 between the US and Japan and pay particular attention to the social effects on Japan. To provide an understanding of the situation the origins of the crisis will be elaborated. Here, in addition to the domestic situation in Japan, the entire international scene must be looked at, as this was a critical time in the unfolding of the cold war. After setting this stage, the remainder of the paper will focus on the impact and importance of the crisis and the longer-term effects on Japan.
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Film: "The World of Suzie Wong" (1960), 2005.
This paper examines the stereotypes in the film "The World of Suzie Wong" (1960).
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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This paper explains that "The World of Suzie Wong", which is based on the novel of the same name, presents an image of Hong Kong, from a Western perspective, in the post Second World War colonial era. The author points out that the movie deals openly with such complex issues as racism and class conflict, which in 1960 was progressive. The paper stresses, nonetheless, that this film also expresses many stereotypes with regard to race gender and ethnic stereotypes, which demonstrate it to be a production of its era.
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The Hollywood movie "The World of Suzie Wong" (1960), based upon the novel of the same name, presents an image of Hong Kong in the post-Second World War colonial era from a Western perspective. The movie deals openly and, for its time, progressively with such complex issues as racism and class conflict. However, at the same time it also expresses many stereotypes with regard to race, gender and ethnic stereotypes that demonstrate it to be a production of its era. It is in the mingling of these two aspects in the film - the multicultural and progressive and the Eurocentric and the stereotypical - that make the film's depiction of Hong Kong in the early 1960s so powerful."
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1960 Chinese Propaganda, 2007.
This paper discuses two Chinese media articles about the agricultural situation in 1960 as examples of the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) use of propaganda.
3,175 words (approx. 12.7 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 91.95
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This paper explains that, until the 1970s, sinologists and others studied the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) media for clues as to what might be occurring in Mainland China of which there was much conjecture. The author compares the reports from two 1960 CCP media releases, which were prepared for the national Chinese audience by the People's Republic of China (PRC), with what is now known about the terrible Communist planning error in the agricultural sector during the late 1950s and early 1960s. The paper concludes that all media materials from Beijing were expected to be propaganda; therefore, the Chinese public became adept at discerning what really might be happening. The author stresses that this reflective habit is still practiced in the PRC, despite much liberalization of the mass media.
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Introduction
'Go to the First Line of Agriculture!'
'Advance Payment of Wages Every Month Stimulates Enthusiasm of the CCP'
Mao's Famine
Concluding Discussion
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"The article seems to fit with a great deal that appeared through the month of September 1960 to do with agricultural gains, work still to be done, the potential for China to become a kind of agrarian paradise, and general applause for the rural laborer. In the article discussed, rural toil is said to be very good for cadres who may still be bureaucrats or people otherwise not yet exposed to the soil. Readers in the cities, or for that matter in Hong Kong or Taiwan or wherever else refugees from the Communist state had fled, had reason to wonder what was meant by the "transfer of large numbers of cadres ..."
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1960's and British Invasion Bands, 2001.
This paper deals with the British rock bands of the 1960's, and specifically discusses the different aspects of society during that period that affected the bands and in return reflected on the culture of the time.
2,215 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 6 sources, $ 68.95
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This paper examines the British rock band invasion of the United States during the 1960?s. It specifically details the numerous aspects of society during that period, such as current events, that affected these bands (The Beatles, Rolling Stones, The Who, etc.) and how their music reflected on the culture of the time. The author discusses The Vietnam War, the anti-war movement, hippies, drug use- all influences on the bands.
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"Since the 1960?s was a time period in which sex, love, violence, and drugs were running rampant, it is evident that some of these social factors of the time period had an effect on these bands. The Beatles and the Rolling Stones were two of the most popular British Invasion bands in both the United States and The United Kingdom at the time. They are also prime examples of social factors have affected the music of the time period. The Vietnam War, which was directly related to the Hippie Movement, was one factor that had an effect. Mass drug use of the time period was also a factor that had a major influence on the British Invasion bands."
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European Music 1900-1960, 2002.
A review of the influence of various types of music in Europe from 1900 to 1960.
2,222 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 69.95
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This paper discusses three different types of music, tango, big band and gospel. The effect each of these had in Europe during the first 60 years of the 20th century is examined. A brief history is provided of tango, big band music and gospel. The paper outlines the successful or unsuccessful introduction of each type of music to different parts of Europe.
Tango
Instrumentation
Big Band Music
Gospel
Works Referenced
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"The Tango finds its origins in Argentina where culture was a mix of African, European, and Latin rhythms, sounds, and colors. At the turn of the last century, the Tango had become popular outside of the boundaries of Buenos Aires and became part of the repertoire of singers, piano players and bands from New York to London and Paris. By the 1920?s, the dance had acquired a very sophisticated image as being cosmopolitan and elegant. It eventually gained a lyrical counterpart and the songs were as deep and meaningfully passionate as the dance. When the dance became formalized and the steps immediately recognized throughout the world, writers started adapting the songs and lyrics of the previous decade to the new rhythms which exploded the Tango into a movement. Hollywood glamorized the tango with Rudolph Valentino."
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Presidency in 1960's, 2002.
This paper discusses American politics and presidency in the 1960's.
990 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper discusses when Nixon stood for presdiency in 1968. The author looks at how the candidates tried to attract voters and the various initiatives of the Republicans and Democrats. It illustrates how nowadays the Republican Party can be thought of as a coalition consisting of Christian fundamentalists, free market ideologues, and contractors eager to capitalize on the United States? perceived future military obligations.
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"In 1962, Americans didn?t have Richard Nixon to kick around anymore. Nixon, disillusioned at having lost California to the Democrats after having battled for the White House two years earlier, was on the retreat alongside most of the old-guard conservatives in America. This trend is one that had favored only moderate Republicans like Eisenhower after the anti-communists of the early 50?s had squandered the Grand Old Party?s last congressional majority. Kennedy was a centrist that wished to modify his party?s ?New Deal? legacy for a more middle-class electorate while continuing to champion the traditions of America as an alternative to Bolshevism. By 1980, the conservative movement came to dominate the governments of the United States and United Kingdom as it employed rhetoric that appealed to traditional Christians and to libertarians who wished to curtail government spending. An analysis of what took place between these two events reveals an electorate disillusioned with the sweeping social changes of the 1960?s and ready to embrace the stability promised by what was at the time an opposition party."
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America During the 1960?s, 2002.
A look at various domestic and international events that helped shaped American society during the 1960's.
1,325 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper discusses events such as the assassination of President Kennedy and the war on poverty in order to assess their effect on contemporary American society. It also looks at the consequences of the Vietnam War and the manner in which the fight for civil rights impacted domestic policy.
The Great Society
The War on Poverty
The Great Society Deteriorates
The Vietnam War
Conclusion
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"The 1960?s began well for America. President Kennedy appeared to have the social and economic aspects of the country under good control. After his assassination, President Lyndon Baines Johnson took over and attempted to continue Kennedy?s ideals. Policies such as the war on poverty as well as other implementations such as civil rights for all were to form part of Johnson?s ?Great Society?. This appeared to improve things after the tragic death Kennedy. However, horrors such as the Vietnam War and the subsequent economic crisis brought about a decline in the short-lived prosperity. Other elements such as violence resulting from resistance to new civil rights laws also contributed to decline where better administration may have resulted in progress. Below these elements are considered to arrive at a conclusion about the degree of progress and decline in America during this time."
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American Fashion: 1920 - 1960, 2002.
Examines the influence on American fashion from 1920-1960.
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This paper will describe the fashion trends in America from the 1920s to the 1960s and will reflect on the historical values shaping these fashion trends. Some attention will also be given to contemporary fashion and the related changes in societal attitudes.
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The Influence of the 1960's Counterculture, 1994.
This paper discusses the influence of the 1960's counterculture, anti-establishment era in politics: Legacy, ecology, civil rights and feminism.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, $ 39.95
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"While there is truth in the statements cited to the effect that the counterculture and the upheavals of the 1960s were often hedonistic in nature rather than politically directed or directed toward improving society, it is not fair to say that these tensions produced no significant alteration of the structures of American society. There were really two levels to the tensions of the 1960s, one politically and socially directed toward effecting major changes and toward improving American life according to the tenets of the movement, and the other an imitation of aspects of the counterculture, aspects directed more toward shocking the establishment than to effecting change, and based more on hedonistic and selfish desires than on any desire to make relevant and lasting change. The levels were not always distinguished from one another and indeed were not always ... "
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Canadian Banking: 1800-1960, 2002.
Traces the evolution of the banking industry in Canada from 1800-1960.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 9 sources, $ 80.95
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In 1815 there were no banks in British North America. Five years later, five had been founded in response to local development needs. Later in the century the banks became involved in speculation and railroad construction. At the dawn of the twentieth century the six major chartered banks emerged as the oligopoly in Canadian banking that persists today.
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The Evolution of American Society 1960-1975, 2002.
Looks at the turbulent era of the Vietnam War and the historic events that took place during that time.
2,245 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 69.95
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This paper describes the most significant events in the history of the United States from 1960 to 1975. Among those events discussed are the Vietnam War, the Bay of Pigs Invasion, the Tet Offensive, the Gulf of Tonkin Incident, and the release of the Pentagon Papers. The changes in politics, society, and attitudes that resulted from these historical episodes are also discussed.
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"U.S. movement against communism began with the Bay of Pigs Invasion. In 1961, the Bay of Pigs Invasion was an unsuccessful invasion of Cuba by Cuban exiles, supported by the U.S. government. These Cuban exiles were armed and trained by the U.S. government, and were projected to cause an uprising in Cuba. The uprising was intended to be used as a vehicle to bring down the communist regime of Fidel Castro. The invasion was unsuccessful; however, it brought to light the oppression of the Cuban people."
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The Culture Gap of the 1960's, 2000.
How the 1950's pitted culture against counter-culture.
1,415 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper describes the vast differences between the America of the 1950's and the America of the 1960's. In this argumentative essay, the author describes the 50's as a time that restored puritanical traditional values to society, and the 60's as a time of national discontent and revolution. The paper discusses McCarthyism, the Cold War, the civil rights movement and Nixon's presidency.
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"Prior to the 1950's, the American dream was popularly asserted as "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness" or at least a similar variation on that ideal. The aftermath of World War II however, saw a hyper-compensation for the potential of disillusionment with strategic product placement, quality family programming on television and, generally speaking, a restoration of puritanical American traditional values. The American dream became two shiny Buicks in a suburban driveway, Pat Boone and a sanitized version of human reality, complete with celibacy, a guise of spirituality and repressed hostility."
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