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"Alexander Hamilton" by Steven O'Brien, 1991.
This paper discusses the life of Alexander Hamilton, based on the book, "Alexander Hamilton" by Steven O'Brien.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, $ 47.95
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"The purpose of this paper is to discuss various details about the life of Alexander Hamilton, based on information provided by the book, "Alexander Hamilton", by Steven O'Brien.
Alexander Hamilton was born in the British West Indies to James Hamilton and Rachel Lavien, who, because of an earlier divorce decree, had been forbidden to remarry. This made Alexander illegitimate, a fact he never forgot and which many think was the driving force in his later will to succeed.
James Hamilton tried to be successful at family life for several years, until 1766, when he left his wife and children on the island of St. Croix, never to return again. Apparently, as an adult Hamilton very seldom said anything about his parents, although he referred more often to his father than his mother. In later life the two of them resumed communications, but their ... "
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Alexander Hamilton, 2006.
This paper details the life and political career of Alexander Hamilton, one the most influential founding fathers of the United States.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 73.95
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This paper examines the life of Alexander Hamilton, the first secretary of the treasury who placed the U.S. on a firm financial footing. Hamilton was a decisive man of action who fought in the battles around New York in 1775 and whose zeal and organizing ability brought him to George Washington's attention which led to a commission as colonel in the Continental Army. This paper contains dates and detailed historical facts pertaining to Hamilton's political and military career.
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"Hamilton's basic plan of government consisted of two legislatures, comprised by an assembly directly elected by the people to a three year term, and a senate, chosen by electors from senatorial districts to serve based upon merit, or good behavior. In addition to the aforementioned legislative bodies, there would be a Judiciary, consisting of twelve justices who would also serve based upon merit. This judiciary would have both original and appellate jurisdictions."
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Alexander Hamilton and the Federalist Party, 2007.
An analysis of the formation of the Federalist Party under Alexander Hamilton and their contribution to American politics.
2,018 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper looks at Alexander Hamilton, whose fiery personality, keen intellect, and innovative political and financial ideas helped to shape the early government of America. The paper discusses how Hamilton not only contributed here and there, but was a founder of the Federalist Party, one of the first political groups of the young America and how both the party and Hamilton played significant roles in forming the laws and doctrines, which are the back bone of the American government.
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"It is of some interest to note that Hamilton's life did not begin in England nor did it start in the soon to be America. It began in the British Virgin Islands, more accurately on the island of Nevis located on the Leeward Islands. (Mitchell 2) His mother was Rachael Fawcett, a spirited woman whose first marriage was to a man named John Larven. She had attempted to divorce him but there is some debate on if he went through with the legal motions for it or not. (Mitchell 3-4) After the alleged divorce she married a young Scotsman by the name of James Hamilton, the father of Alexander Hamilton. There is much debate over the legitimacy of Alexander and his brother James due to the fact that their parent's marriage may not have been legal. (Mitchell 4-10) At the young age of around ten or eleven Alexander and his family moved to the island of St.Croix where he would live until the age of seventeen when he would be sent to America for education. "
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Alexander Hamilton And Thomas Jefferson, 2002.
Examines the differing political ideas of each man.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 31.95
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Examines the differing political ideas of each man. Their differences of background. How their concepts of government and civil society developed. How their different views helped shape the new U.S. government. Jeffersonian democracy and his philosophy of limited national government. Hamilton's elitist philosophy and belief in a strong central government.
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"This research examines differences between the political ideas of Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson. The research will set forth the context in which Hamilton's and Jefferson's concepts of government and civil society emerged and then discuss ways in which their different views determined the shape and substance of the U.S. government in its formative stages.
Jefferson's authorship of the Declaration of Independence is a commonplace of U.S. history, but the philosophy that Jefferson brought to the enterprise was key. He viewed the Declaration as the opportunity "to place before mankind the common sense of the subject, in terms so plain and firm as to command their assent" (Fleming 53). Hamilton's force in US politics began with his contributions to The Federalist Papers, which systematically provided the rationale for national Constitutional government that ..."
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Alexander Hamilton, 1997.
Political & economic thought & career of Founding Father, major victories & losses, differences with Jefferson and the impact on the govt.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 7 sources, $ 47.95
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"One delegate to the Constitutional Convention of 1787--Alexander Hamilton
--is both revered and questioned among American scholars, depending on one's viewpoint of the value of democracy. This research examines these opposing feelings toward Hamilton.
Alexander Hamilton voiced the indignation felt by many of his contemporaries of the weak national authority under the Articles: "There is something diminutive and contemptible in the prospect of a number of petty states, with the appearance only of union . . . without any determined direction, fluctuating and unhappy at home, weak and insignificant by their dissension in the eyes of other nations" (Rossiter 45).
Hamilton understood the extent of dissatisfaction with the Articles and drafted a report, signed by 55 prestigious leaders.."
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Alexander the Great, 2004.
A brief overview of the life of Alexander the Great and a review of Michael Wood's documentary film, "In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great."
1,234 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper discusses how the life of Alexander the Great is one of the most well-documented lives of the time, and within all of that documentation, there is a sense that Alexander was either a tyrant or a saint-like human. It looks at how the mystery of his existence is challenged by the propriety of the ancient writings and the individual author's ideal of the hero, whom the writer wished to portray. It also examines how the value of Michael Wood's documentary film, "In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great," lies in the extensive manner with which Wood discusses the differences between right and wrong in Alexander's time versus our own.
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"Reading the Works of Arrian, Curtius, Diodorus, and Plutarch, regardless of the modern language interpretations still leaves the reader with his or her own impressions of right and wrong. It is therefore difficult to address the man Alexander as a whole. The author's all tell the story as historians, yet in a very different tradition of history. The historic fable, the genre of its time does two things, it retells the story as it has been retold before, either through other older epic poetry histories or through legend mixed with the narrators own idea of right and wrong for their time."
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Alexander the Great, 2007.
This paper analyzes the book "Alexander the Great" by Paul Cartledge.
1,622 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 52.95
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The paper conveys how the author, Paul Cartledge, attempts to read the mind of Alexander, speculating what motivated the great military leader. The paper discusses how the author centers on Alexander's great passion for hunting game and how it helped contribute to his career and fame. The paper relates that the historical situation is detailed and extensive, which helps the reader come to understand Alexander's world as well as Alexander himself. The paper recommends this book to those who are interested in Alexander's life or military history.
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"The main historical figure in this biography is Alexander the Great, as most readers would imagine. The biography covers his life, but mostly discusses his motivations and accomplishments, and what motivated him to continue to conquer other lands. However, the author does weave short but compelling descriptions of other conquers who almost reached the status of Alexander, such as Julius Caesar, so other great leaders of the epoch do make at least an appearance in the book, which helps add to Alexander's stature and overall influence to the age."
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Alexander The Great, 1991.
This paper discusses Alexander the Great, who was King of Macedonia from 336 to 323 B.C., specifically the extent to which Alexander the Great was deified as a god.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 12 sources, $ 55.95
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"This paper will be concerned with Alexander the Great, who was King of Macedonia from 336 to 323 B.C. Specifically, this paper will consider the extent to which Alexander the Great was deified as a god. Alexander was a powerful and renowned conqueror, and various legends arose during his lifetime which attributed divine status to him. Even before Alexander became a conqueror, his tutor Aristotle intimated his divinity by calling him "'the chosen vessel' for carrying forward the fundamentals of Greek civilization and culture" . There were a number of events in Alexander's career which further contributed to his legendary status. These included his cutting of the Gordian knot and his visit to the oracle of Ammon at Siwah. The visit to Siwah in the Egyptian desert was particularly influential on Alexander's perception of himself as a god. "
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Alexander the Great, 2007.
An in-depth study of the successes and impact of Alexander the Great.
6,273 words (approx. 25.1 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 146.95
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The paper discusses whether Alexander's victories were inevitable or not and if Darius could have been successful in defeating him. The paper explains that there is no doubt that Alexander the Great had a tremendous impact on the world. The paper shows how Alexander's uncanny grasp of human behavior, combined with his apparent belief that he was, if not immortal, at least touched by divinity, made him an extremely formidable opponent. The paper concludes that because he was so formidable, it is highly unlikely that Darius would have been able to prevent Alexander from taking over the Persian Empire.
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"However, what if Alexander's desire to conquer the world had been thwarted? There can be no doubt that the face of the modern world would be dramatically changed if Alexander had not conquered the Greek city-states, and then gone on to conquer the known world. Since his death more than 2000 years ago, there has been a tremendous amount of discussion about the impact of his victories. In contrast, relatively little attention has been paid to discussing whether Alexander's victories were inevitable. Instead, the inevitability of Alexander's success has been treated as if it was a given. This attitude overlooks two critical facts."
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The Character of Alexander the Great: Ancient and Modern Views, 2001.
This paper examines how two historians depict Alexander's reign.
1,965 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 2 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper first discusses the content and inaccuracies of Plutarch's historical documentation of Alexander the Great. It compares Plutarch's ancient views to that of N. G. L. Hammond, a modern historian. It focuses specifically on the documentation of the first crisis during Alexander's reign, the attempted secession of the Greek city-state Thebes and how it was conquered.
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"Thebes had wished to break free of the alliance Alexander had enforced upon the formerly independent Greek city-states, including Athens. With Athens' support, Thebes declared itself independent of The Greek League, Macedonia's 'alliance' with Greece that demanded none of the League's cities enter conflict with Macedonia or any of the members of the League, and would support Macedonia in any action it would take against Persia. Alexander determined to bring back into the league. He accomplished this within hours, razing the city."
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The Divinity of Alexander, 2003.
A look at the extent of Alexander's deification both in his time and posthumously and the ramifications of it.
4,363 words (approx. 17.5 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 115.95
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This paper examines the divinity of Alexander - promoted both during and after his lifetime - and asks whether it was purely propaganda or whether he believed it, whether his peoples believed it and how they reacted to it. These questions are answered by investigating such incidents in Alexander's life as his visit to the Temple of Ammon, the aborted issue of proskynesis and more generally the behaviour of Alexander and those around him in relation to this matter.
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"Curtius is equally implicit about the manipulative and cagey nature of Alexander in the matter of Ammon. He relates that 'Alexander was... goaded by an overwhelming desire to visit the temple of Jupiter - dissatisfied with elevation on the mortal level, he either considered, or wanted others to believe, that Jupiter was his ancestor' and mentions the popular anecdote that 'As the king approached, he was addressed as 'son' by the oldest of the priests, who claimed that this title was bestowed on him by his father Jupiter.' The fact that he was 'goaded by an overwhelming desire' suggests that Alexander was constantly driving himself on. This is incidentally reminiscent of the modern-day army advert, where we are told that no one will push you harder than yourself!"
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Alexander the Great and the Internet, 2007.
This paper presents a detailed examination of Alexander the Great through Internet sources.
2,273 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper explores the life and accomplishments of Alexander the Great by locating appropriate sources on the Internet. The paper first gives biographical information about Alexander as well as Internet links to where one may find more information about him. Various quotes and information from the sites are given beneath their URL. The author also critically evaluates and analyzes these Internet sites. In addition to learning about Alexander's life, the paper is also a lesson in efficient Internet searching.
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"The name Alexander the Great should tell anyone embarking on the study of a historical figure that this was someone who did important things during his time. In the study of historical figures one can choose to focus on a famous person or an infamous person with close to the same results. Lots of information exists about the historical person in question. Internet sources abound with biographical information, accomplishments, problems and other elements of that person's life. Now and again however, a historical person is so colorful that there is information that both exalts that person's life and criticizes it at the same time. This was the case with Alexander the Great. As a boy he was fearless, as a man he was powerful but according to many Internet research sites he also had a side of him that was extremely self centered and vain which prompted the actions he took. "
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Alexander the Great, 2002.
A brief paper on the life and politics of Alexander the Great.
1,199 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper explores the life of Alexander the Great, first defining Alexander the Great at the apex of his philanthropy and the nadir of tyranny. The paper also examines all the definitions this king of Macedonia had to fulfill in between. The writer believes that Alexander was able to accomplish much in the relatively short time of his military career and bestowed greatness on the world at the time and after.
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Introduction
Political and Military Impositions on Philanthropy
Religious and Cultural Toleration
Cultural and Governmental Assimilation
Reforms in Finance
Conclusion
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"Thus, as Alexander advanced deeper into Asia, taking the Achaemenid Empire into his hands, he was continually faced with the tricky problem of how to balance his role as the "Lord of Asia" (for the Persians) and as the conquering general (for his fellow Greeks back home). In all that he attempted, he may have been divided not so much by all that he wanted to be, but by all that others expected him to be. In Macedonia, he was a quasi-constitutional king who was expected to honor the customary rights of other Macedonians."
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Alexander the Great, 2002.
A discussion of the effects of the execution of his trusted general Parmenion and his son Philotas on Alexander's life and reign.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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The paper begins with a short biography of Alexander the Great. The circumstances that led to the execution of Alexander's trusted general Parmenion and his son are outlined. Alexander's position and the effects that this event had on his life and his role as a leader are discussed.
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"Alexander the Great was born sometime around July 20th, in 356 B.C., the son of Philip II of Macedon and Olympias, in Pella. As a child, the great philosopher and scientist, Aristotle, tutored him. His father was murdered in 336 B.C., and Alexander took the throne at the young age of twenty. He was one of the greatest conquerors in history, taking over Greece, Persia, Egypt, and part of India before he died. "He was not yet twenty-six. In six years he had won greater victories than any hero in Greek history had won in a lifetime, and he had done it, at several turning-points, in the teeth of all advice from his generals and Companions" (Burn 175).
He considered himself a relative of the god Hercules, and insisted that the residents of his vast realm must prostrate themselves before him. His affinity for Hercules was understandable, since "Hercules was, first, the son of Zeus, yet he also was a mortal who became a god. Creating a parallel to the life of Hercules would further strengthen Alexander's claim to be divine" (Untereker, Kossuth, and Kelsey). Alexander died of a fever on June 10, 323 B.C., in Babylon. He was only thirty-three years old when he died, and much speculation has been made that his enemies poisoned him with wine."
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Alexander the Great, 2007.
A brief biography of famous Greek leader, Alexander the Great.
914 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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Alexander the Great is one person that stands out as one of the great leaders in history. He led thousands of troops conquering everywhere he went and never lost a battle. This paper examines some of the background and accomplishments of Alexander's life that made him one of history's greatest leaders.
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"Trained early on by his father, King Philip, in politics and warfare, Alexander was given a vast knowledge in both. Philip was a warlord and a political genius. He took Macedonia from an insignificant province to be one of the most important powers in Greece. He then began liberating Greek city states in Asia Minor. Phillip was able to convey the whole of his knowledge and beliefs to Alexander. After Philips death, he also left Alexander his highly developed military force."
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