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Stalin's Rise to Power, 2006.
This paper analyzes the topic of Stalin's rise to power and his place in Russian history.
1,338 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 44.95
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This paper explores Stalin's rise to power and shows his obsession with power. Stalin's rise through the Party by seeming to be loyal, meek, and mild is described. In reality, he was cruel, ruthless, and only wanted to rule Russia with an iron hand. The paper further describes his rise to power and the changes it brought to Russia and the Russian people. The author concludes that Stalin may have been a good leader, but he was also power hungry, fearful of anyone who disagreed with him, and vindictive.
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"Many people believe that Stalin and Lenin were very close, but that is not really the case. Lenin had a stroke in May of 1922, and before his next series of strokes that turned him into a "wheelchair-bound half-vegetable" (Moynahan 101), he wrote about all of his staff members and gave his recommendations about who should take his place as the leader of Russia. He thought Stalin was a good leader, but actually wanted him replaced as general secretary because he was rude. He said his replacement should be "more patient, more loyal, more polite and attentive to comrades, less capricious" (Moynahan 101). However, this recommendation never reached the public because Lenin had another stroke, and it overshadowed all of his recommendations. "
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Stalin's Rise to Power, 2006.
This paper examines Josef Stalin's rise to power, while focusing on the years 1921-1932.
2,228 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 69.95
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This paper analyzes the life and accomplishments of Soviet Union leader Joseph Stalin. The writer of this paper examines Stalin's role as the leader responsible for the conversion of communism in the Soviet Union from an egalitarian revolutionary movement into that of an authoritative bureaucratic governmental system, while focusing on his political and military career between 1921-1932. Stalin began his political career by joining the Social Democratic Party of Georgia in 1901. This well-researched paper discusses the views of numerous biographers who have described Stalin as a plodding figure with brutality as his main distinguishing feature. Stalin is considered the man responsible for the deaths of some 20 million people of which more than 14 million died needlessly from hunger. Stalin also deported, exiled or imprisoned in work camps more than nine million people. It is estimated that five million of the people sent by Joseph Stalin to the Gulag Archipelago never came back alive. This paper explores Stalin's intellectual strength and cunning which was first noticed upon his appointment as General Secretary of the Communist party in 1922. The rise of Stalin to power was a mix of factors as well as fate. These factors include his character and his relentless quest for power, the revolutionary zeal of Leon Trotsky, the rise of the bureaucrats and the role played by his comrades in power. The writer explains how all these factors impacted on Stalin's leadership style.
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Introduction
The Rise of Stalin
Conclusion
References
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"The strength of his intelligence and cunning was to be seen that when he came to become a General Secretary of the Communist party in 1922, he cultivated the bureaucracy and by using his maneuvering and administrative skills ensured that his potential rivals in the party were marginalized and it was this amassing of power by Stalin that made Lenin worry about the role of Stalin and call for his removal that did not take place as Lenin did not live long enough after that to see that Stalin did not utilize this accumulation of strength in the party as the means to get to the top of the existing power system in the Soviet Union. It could be said that fate also played a part in assisting the rise of Stalin to power by removing Lenin from the scene by his death. In the earlier days Lenin was the idol of Stalin and they built up a friendship that was to aid Stalin in his initial rise to power in the Communist Party. Stalin used this platform that was built on his looking on Lenin as an idol and the friendship that started between the two of them as his launching pad to power."
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Joseph Stalin, 2006.
This paper examines the characteristics that Joseph Stalin possessed and the circumstances surrounding his rise to power that engendered near-fanatic loyalty in his followers.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 35.95
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Joseph Stalin was a ruthless leader, capable of engendering near-fanatic loyalty in his followers. Nikita Khrushchev, who followed Stalin to power, characterized Stalin's leadership as creating a cult of personality. What was it that gave Stalin such power? Was it his ability to speak convincingly on the benefits of Marxism? The fortunate accident of his rise to power coinciding with the rise of industrialization? Or did Stalin simply create a cult, replacing the religion that he nearly destroyed? This research demonstrates that Stalin's success most likely stemmed from a combination of all three things.
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Stalin and Hitler, 2004.
A comparative analysis of the influence of childhood on Josef Stalin and Adolph Hitler.
1,977 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This paper examines how history has recorded the actions Hitler and Stalin took once they were in office. Both men were ruthless and dealt with those who opposed them harshly. Stalin had many, many people executed because he believed they threatened him in some way, and Hitler was responsible for the murder of 6 million Jews and other people he deemed undesirable. It looks at how their childhoods contributed to the men they became and the actions these men took to accomplish their rise to power.
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Childhood
Hitler?s Early Life
Stalin?s Early Life
Early Life Comparisons
Hitler?s Rise to Power
Stalin's Rise to Power
Comparisons
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"The author Robert C. Tucker argues that as Stalin rose in power he developed a rich fantasy life in which he was the avenger for those wronged by those opposed to him. In this kind of convoluted thinking, the existence of people who opposed him only served to make himself feel more self-important (Tucker, p. 6). Fantasy began to become reality, however, when Lenin suffered a stroke in 1922, Stalin formed a triumverate, or troika, to rule the Party, and began arguing that modernization was the key to Russia?s greatness and that unless the country moved as rapidly as possible to modernize, they were threatened by outside forces as well as forces within the country. Stalin led this modernization (Stalcup, p. 45). Meanwhile, as part of a three-man leadership team, he was able to take on the one real threat to his leadership. He had Leon Trotsky expelled from Russia and eventually assassinated."
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Stalin and the Bolsheviks, 2002.
A look at the emergence of a state under Joseph Stalin in Russia and the rise of the Bolsheviks.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper will explain the emergence of a totalitarian state under Joseph Stalin in the Soviet Union after 1917 and how the Bolsheviks came to power in spite of the fact that they were neither the greatest nor the most influential movement in Russia at the time.
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"Andrew Carnegie and the Rise of Big Business".
This paper is a chapter by chapter review of Harold Livesay's biography "Andrew Carnegie and the Rise of Big Business", which traces Carnegie's rise to become the first billionaire of the twentieth century.
755 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 0 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper explains that Harold Livesay's "Andrew Carnegie and the Rise of Big Business" thoughtfully traces Carnegie's life from his impoverished immigrant childhood through his ruthless business career, to his becoming the wealthiest man in the world and a noted philanthropist. The author points out that the reader learns of Carnegie's alliance with Rockefeller, Carnegie's massive contribution to the success of the steel industry and his final triumph over his competitors and rivals. The paper presents Carnegie as being hard working, daring, forceful with the ability to master the details of a business very quickly, to make decisions and follow through and to pick gifted associates who reflected his style of management.
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"The following chapters (two through five) of Livesay's book delineate Carnegie's apprenticeships, first as a manager, then as a financier, before becoming a "master moneyman." In his early teens, Carnegie worked menial jobs, but was bright and an avid learner, so at the age of seventeen, Tom Scott of the Pennsylvania Railroad hired him as a personal telegrapher and secretary. Carnegie was soon was awarded with greater and greater responsibilities, and by the time he was twenty, he was helping Scott perfect the complicated cost accounting system that Scott devised."
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Rise of Christianity During the Roman Empire, 2002.
A letter written to the Roman Emperor Diocletian, on the various aspects and causes for the rise of the Christian religion in light of the book, ?The Rise of Christianity? by Rodney Starks.
1,290 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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The letter explains that the reasons for the continued success of the Christian religion in the Roman empire lies in its policies of tolerating alien gods, the belief and practice of martyrs which strengthened the Christian religion, and the willingness of the elite, the educated and the general masses in accepting the Christian religion.
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"My dear Emperor, another reason for the speedy rise and growth of Christianity amongst the Romans is our belief in many gods, and their strong belief in one god, also termed as Monotheism. As you are well aware, that Roman Pagan religion does accept the presence of a dominant god, yet, the presence of other gods makes our religion polytheism, and it is here where our true conflict begins."
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The Rise and Fall of Iago, 2004.
A look at the manner in which Iago manages to rise and fall in Shakespeare's play, "Othello".
1,151 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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William Shakespeare?s play, "Othello", should be renamed "Iago" because, throughout the play, we witness the rise and fall of Iago?s character. When we consider this perspective, we will assume that Iago?s rise occurs from his success in turning Othello into a jealous monster. Iago is able to achieve this because he is very cunning and smart. It is also important to note that he understands jealousy because he is a jealous man as well. This paper explores the how Iago was able to rise and fall in "Othello".
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"He advises Othello to ?Look to your wife; observe her will with Cassio./Wear your eye thus: not jealous, nor secure? (III.iii.195-6). Because Othello is first to mention his suspicions, Iago has successfully isolated himself from any of the blame. Kenneth Muir states that Iago ?exploits the virtues as well as the weaknesses of Othello and of Desdemona, weaknesses both of character and situation? (Muir 35). Paul Cantor agrees with this notion, adding that ?Iago turns everything that makes the love of Othello and Desdemona so extraordinary into an objection against it. The fact that they have overcome such differences in order to love each other becomes in Iago?s view evidence for the improbability of their remaining loyal to each other? (Cantor). Iago?s actions regarding these statements illustrate his cunning nature."
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The Rise of Fascism in Italy, 2006.
An overview of the rise of fascism in Italy.
1,194 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper discusses the rise of fascism, beginning in 1922 until its fall in 1943. The paper explains that in order for a fascist power to control Italy, there was a specific socio-economic environment that enabled it to flourish. It explains that after World War I, there was a growing tide of unemployment and depression, which created the environment that allowed fascism to be established and to spread throughout all of Italy. The paper details the rise of Mussolini. In conclusion, the writer explains that fascism obtained power not through revolution, but as a result of evolution - Italian fascism was opportunistic and spread to encompass those who opposed its rise.
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"The rise of Mussolini to the premiership in 1922 established the first wave of fascism's rise to power. His ascendancy to dictatorship in 1925 established the second wave of Italian fascism. This was achieved through passage of a law in 1925 that granted total power to Mussolini. Political opposition and free trade unions were outlawed. The free press was censored with its takeover by the fascist. Local government officials were now appointed instead of elected. Extension of the government's power of arrest and detention established a police state. This was coupled with the increase in the use of the death penalty, the creation of a special court for trying political 'crimes', and the establishment of a secret police force, the OVRA."
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The Rise of Hitler, 2008.
A discussion of the rise of Adolf Hitler to power in Germany.
845 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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This paper studies the historical background leading to Adolf Hitler's rise to power and the tactics he used to maintain his power. The paper asserts that Hitler created a false sense of security in Germany, which allowed him to quickly rise to power and gain support of the people. It maintains that, through the rejection of the ideas of modernism and glorification of World War I, Hitler easily persuaded Germany to support him and everything that he stood for. The paper adds that the rise of Nazism in Germany allowed Hitler to become dictator. It concludes that Hitler's use of propaganda in particular allowed him to transform Germany from a country in ruin to a seemingly strong and thriving nation.
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"Another tool Hitler used to popularize himself was through the rejection of the ideas of modernism. Hitler rejected the new in hopes of reverting Germany back to its traditional ways. Modernism art before Hitler came to power represented Germany in a gruesome light. Hitler's goal was to symbolize the beauty of Germany in terms of racial purity, militarism, and heroism. Core values ruled over the thoughtful and philosophical. Many paintings images were very direct in their meanings of masculinity and power. Former modernist works were referred to as degenerate and either banned or put upon display for ridicule. For example, "Storm troops Advancing under Gas" by Otto Dix was a modernist painting that portrays the horrors of War."
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The Rise of Napoleon Bonaparte, 2003.
This paper examines the factors that explain the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte I in France.
2,000 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 14 sources, $ 63.95
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The following paper takes us on a journey through the life of the famous leader, Napoleon Bonaparte I, and explores the things that allowed him to rise the way he did in France during his leadership. This essay details many events during his rise in power and helps the reader develop an understanding of how these events boosted his popularity and power.
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?Once he was installed as dictator Napoleon quickly gained the favor of the French residents on both sides of the governmental rule issue. He did this by immediately showing how devoted he was to bringing peace to the nation and working to resolve any and all conflicts that affected his people whether those conflicts were on the outside or inside of French boundaries.?
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Hitler's Rise to Power, 2002.
Examines factors in Adolph Hitler's life and personality that contributed to his rise to power as Germany's dictator.
3,414 words (approx. 13.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 96.95
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Adolph Hitler is undoubtedly one of the most important historical figures of the 20th century. During his reign in Germany as a dictator, he made a tremendous impact on the events that happened on the European continent. His tyrannical rule, which surprisingly, had the support of the majority of the German people, coupled with his imperialistic notions, created a new chapter in European history. The paper shows that the intriguing aspect of Hitler?s life is how he managed to rise from, literally, an unknown person to the position of "Fuhrer of Germany". Several historians have been interested in this meteoric rise of Hitler and have studied the sudden transition of his life, offering their own interpretations. The paper explores this aspect of Hitler?s life in detail by studying the thoughts of different historians so as to gain a better picture of Hitler?s life and the mystery behind his magnetic personality.
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"The Great Depression in the early 1930?s was one of the main reasons contributing to Hitler?s success. The Weimar government was not able to standup to the economic crisis, which left millions of German?s without job. People who so far showed little interest in politics were lending their ears to new radical parties in the hope of an economic revival. There was an intense yearning for a leader of the status of ?Kaiser? and the instability of the Weimar republic provided a fertile ground for Hitler and his Nazi party. The policies of the Nazi party attracted the German people who saw it as the only hope in chaotic situation. One of the main points of action promised by the Nazis was the reunion of the German people who were segregated from the mainland due to the implications of the treaty of Versailles."
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The Nazi's Rise to Power, 2006.
Differing perspectives on the Nazis' rise to power.
2,618 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 78.95
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The paper examines the reasons behind the Nazi's rise to power. The writer analyzes the militant nationalism and authoritarianism that were the building blocks of German society at that time. The paper further discusses how German society blamed the victors of WWI for the future rise of the Nazi Regime, and the anti-Semitism that lead to the death camps.
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"The Injustice and Identity Frames notwithstanding, there are those revisionist historians who have sought other explanations for the collapse of Humanistic Civilization in Germany during the period of Nazi ascendancy. Taylor has already mentioned the god-like awe in which the devoted Nazi held his or her Fuhrer. Hitler was pushed down the path of carnage and destruction by the irresistible force of the Jewish menace, but in taking that path, he would end up the savior of the German race."
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Hitler?s Rise to Power, 2004.
A literature review of Adolf Hitler's rise to power in Germany.
3,413 words (approx. 13.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 96.95
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This paper looks at the reasons behind Hitler?s rise to power through the analysis of three books: M. H. Kater?s "The Nazi Party", W. S. Allen?s "The Nazi Seizure of Power"m and T. Childers?s "The Nazi Voter". It takes the opinions in these books as a starting point and then develops the author's opinion as to why Hitler came to power. It shows how the reasons behind Hitler?s and the German?s Socialist Party's (NSDAP) rise to power are many and complex, all involving exploitation of the effects of the Depression on the ?ordinary people? and the totalitarian rule with which Hitler took over Germany and held Germany throughout World War II.
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"Through Childers? book, The Nazi Voter (another in-depth statistical treatment of NSDAP party membership), we see that pre-1932, Hitler?s NSDAP garnered support from a wide cross-section of German society, from all social levels, and from all sectors of the workforce, but particularly small businessmen, who were suffering the effects of the Depression. He highlights the fact that the wide-ranging support did not include people from the working classes (who preferred communism), but did include people from those sectors of society that were against modernization, and also women, who were in agreement with the Nazi-led denunciation of emancipation. He goes on to say that the Nazi?s anti-modernist stance was a fundamental rejection of the socio-political implications of modernization, and as such, this was taken to heart by many members of German society who lived in fear of losing their jobs."
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The Rise of Liberalism, Socialism and Nationalism in Europe, 2006.
The writer discusses the rise of the welfare state in Britain, communism in Russia and fascism in Germany.
1,918 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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The writer shows how liberalism in Britain led to the establishment of a welfare state in the next century, and how in Russia, the idea of socialism proposed by Karl Marx developed into the communism of the 20th century. The writer explains how, in Germany, Johann von Gerder encouraged all the states to recognize, absorb and develop their mutual culture, immersing themselves in the country's language, mythology and literature in order to strengthen national pride, and how this sense of nationalism was heightened after World War I to become the fascism propounded by Adolf Hitler in the period immediately before World War II. In conclusion, the paper shows how these developments led to the aggression that inevitably led to World War II.
Table of Contents:
The Rise of the Welfare State in Britain
Communism in Russia
The Rise of Fascism in Germany
Conclusion
Bibliography
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"European nations in the early 1900s entered into a new age of imperialism, and built up their armies in accordance with their imperialistic goals. Mobilization led to antagonism between the nations, and Germany responded by being the first to attack its neighbor, Russia. The policies of the Welfare State were already firmly entrenched in Britain by the time of the First World War, and the government responded to the pressure to provide for its soldiers and their families by increasing its pensions and entitlements. The war itself was an immense drain on England's finances. Defense expenditures rose from 91 million pounds in 1913 to 1.956 billion in 1918. The enormous casualties of the war added an even bigger burden to the medical expenses and pensions the government was obliged to pay. Britain sold its vast amount of securities to help pay their debt, but in October 1916, the British Chancellor of the Exchequer warned that in less than a year, the President of the "American Republic" would be in a position to dictate terms.
"When the Great Depression hit in the 1930s, it hit an already weakened Britain, and the burden of unemployment insurance was deeply felt. What had started out to be an attempt at ending oppression by the wealthy classes in the 19th century, had become an outright attempt to redistribute the wealth by the early 20th century. Britain supported a massive bureaucracy in order to accommodate the welfare system, and the country was barely able to keep up with its obligations. A disproportionate amount of funds was going into the society with not enough being brought back into it by the recipients of social programs."
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