Category: History

Write an essay that discusses the uniqueness of the African American experience in California. Your writing must address the questions below and  incorporate several of the relevant topics covered in this course. (See the first page of this module.)
What made California different from other areas of the United States?
What obstacles did African Americans face and in what ways did they overcome them?
What role did African American women play?
Your responses MUST:
Be written in essay form: introduction, body, and conclusion.
Do not simply answer each prompt in short answer style and then put those paragraphs in order.
Be organized with a discernible thesis statement and supporting points
Contain relevant information from multiple assigned course materials, both films and readings.
Use specific examples from the films and readings to support your writing.
Direct quotes should not be excessive in number nor length
Direct quotes should be limited to no more than 3-4 per page.
Direct quotes should be no more than 2-3 lines long.
Include parenthetical citations within the document where necessary.
For films, provide the film name and time stamp. For example, (Mastering a Continent, 0:34)
For readings, provide the author’s last name and page number. For example, (Forbes, p. 23) 
Not contain information from any sources outside of course materials, i.e. the internet, Google, other websites, etc.
Be grammatically correct and free of spelling errors.
Not use slang, colloquialisms, and text speech.
Be restricted to the following upload file types: Google docs (.gdoc), and Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx).  No other file types (.txt, .pdf) are permitted.
Not include a header, a title page, nor a works cited/bibliography page
Contain at least 1250 words, but no more than 1500 words
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The Untold West: The Black West
“The Black West” from Tony Brown’s Journal
Mastering a Continent
Ship of Slaves: The Middle Passage
Chapter 4 from The African Roots of Marijuana
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Chapter 7 from The African Roots of Marijuana
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Chapter 1 from Expectations of Equality: A History of Black Westerners
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Jack D. Forbes’ “The Early African Heritage of California”from Seeking El Dorado: African Americans in California
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Episode 3 “Seeds of Destruction” from the film series Slavery and the Making of America
Episode 4 “The Challenge of Freedom” from the film series Slavery and the Making of America
Race and the US Constitution
Secession Documents 
Willi Coleman’s “African American Women and Community Development in California, 1848-1900” from Seeking El Dorado: African Americans in California.
The Rise and Fall of Jim Crow – Episode 1: Promises Betrayed
1896 Supreme Court Decision, Plessy vs. Ferguson.
“The Buffalo Soldiers: An American Legacy”.
Important documents from the Civil War and Reconstruction
Lonnie G. Bunch’s “The Greatest State for the Negro: Jefferson L. Edmonds, Black Propagandist of the California Dream” from Seeking El Dorado: African Americans in California
Fighting Back 
Don’t Shout Too Soon
Chapter 3 of Expectations of Equality: A History of Black Westerners
Albert Broussard’s “In Search of the Promised Land: African American Migration to San Francisco, 1900 – 1945” from Seeking El Dorado: African Americans in California
The Negro Soldier
“The Great Port Chicago Explosion”
“The Port Chicago Disaster: 75 Years Later”
“The Fillmore” from Neighborhoods: The Hidden Cities of San Francisco
Chapter 4 of Expectations of Equality: A History of Black Westerners
Chapter 5 of Expectations of Equality: A History of Black Westerners
Terror and Triumph
Ain’t Scared of Your Jails
Power!
The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution

Essay question: Compare the experiences of China and Japan in the mid-fourteenth through sixteenth centuries. How did the Ming Empire compare to the Ashikaga Shogunate? In your analysis examine the political, economic, and cultural institutions of these two governments, what contact did they have with the outside world, and what challenges they faced by the 16th century. Use at least 5 quotes to support your answer from the book “Premodern East Asia to 1800” A cultural, Social, and Poltical History Third Edition by Ebrey and Walthall. Isbn 13: 978-1133606512. Only use the book for evidence and information. Specifically I think chapters 13 and 14 talk about the topic. Include the page number and chapters used. 

Have to choose one topic from among them.
1. What is Vitruvius’ general description of an ideal Etruscan temple? Do the archaeological finds usually conform to his standards?
2. Explain what Vitruvius means when he says “Consuetudo Italica.”  Name an example and describe it.
3. Briefly describe the Augustan complex on the Campus Martius and the message sent by each individual monument, as well as the whole.
4. What was unique about the Domus Aurea? What about it was most controversial in its own time?

Your research paper can be written on a person, or event (of your choice!) from U.S. History from Ancient through post Civil War period 1877.
Your paper should be 7 pages minimum and  written in MLA or Chicago Manual of Style.
It should have parenthetical or footnote citations at the bottom of the page.
Your paper should also include a title page, and a works cited page or bibliography as a last page.
Your  works cited or bibliography should have:
3 primary sources, and 4 secondary sources.
What are Primary Sources? Primary Sources are first hand accounts: letters, diaries, journals, newspaper articles, books from that time period, or someone 
who has witnessed the event, or was alive at that time.
Secondary sources are from today’s (more recent) times. 
This would include books, dvds, etc. check Chicago Manual of Style for more clarification. 
Upload to Canvas upon completion by the due date.
Here is a good resource for your research paper:

imagine that you are a fly on the wall at the debate and adoption of the US constitution, do you consider the constitution to be a radical, liberal, or conservative document? why did you pick your response ? (explain) now consider the constitution and amendments in todays social, political, and financial climate …. which part of the constitution should be changed to adapt to todays society? why did you choose that part? which part of the condition should be kept as it is? why? which part of the construction has directly impacted you, your family, and/or your life?

The assignment:  
Write a complete rough draft of your paper, a minimum of 1500-2000 words. (The final draft should be 2000-2500 words.)
Cite your sources in the body of the paper as you go, using the author’s last name (or the first element in the Works Cited citation) & page #. Compile a Works Cited page.
Use at least 3 sources, including 1 primary source and 2 peer-reviewed academic journal articles.
Primary sources can be texts, artifacts, maps, images, or other objects from the time of your topic. You can use them as evidence for a part of your argument or counterargument. Engage fully with the primary sources.
At least one of the scholarly sources needs to provide evidence both for the counterargument and the rebuttal. Such evidence, for instance, could include references to actual sources making the counterargument, to sources that frame the issue differently, or to sources that provide different evidence, among other possibilities. (
For example, there may be arguments that the Silk Road thrived due to geography, technology or other factors that were not directly related to the Mongol Empire’s rule.)
**** I can only find one peer-reviewed academic journal for you. You have to find 1 more peer reviewed-article and one more primary source and other articles that will help ypu write the paper by yourself .
**** Also you have to provide the articles which you choose to me and highlight the content you cite for the paper and send it to me. 

Topic,Gallipoli Campaign. (Mustafa Camal Ataturk)
1-Introduction of the battle . * Attention grabbing opening . * answer the 5 W question to establish the context. * clearly state the 4 thesis which are the 4th principal.
2- Brief commander background. 3-Competence . Strong understanding of the mission, command principle and their impact on the success of the Battle. * provide some evidence to support each claim. 4-Mutual Trust .
Strong understanding of the mission, command principle and their impact on the success of the Battle * provide some evidence to support each claim
5-Sharing Understanding Strong understanding of the mission, command principle and their impact on the success of the Battle * provide some evidence to support each claim 6-Disciplined initiative
Strong understanding of the mission, command principle and their impact on the success of the Battle. * provide some evidence to support each claim 7-Conclusion 8-Endnotes(minimum 5 resources ) Types writing Times news Roman 12 double space

Final Paper Requirements:
Length: 6-7 pages, not counting the title page or the bibliography
Sources: Minimum 6 scholarly articles
Citation Format: Chicago Manual of Style with Footnotes.  This means that footnotes citing your sources belong in the text of your paper, while a full bibliographic entry for each source should be included with all sources on the final page of your paper.
Sources: Sources utilized for reference in all papers must be reputable, scholarly sources, i.e. published articles, journals, and/or books. Only reputable, scholarly sources will be accepted. Wikipedia and .com websites are not scholarly sources and should not be used. Websites that are published by .edu scholarly sources are acceptable; however, it is highly recommended that students utilize the Student Learning Center, the Library, and their instructors in identifying such sites on the Internet. Wikipedia, travel or personal blogs, entertainment sites, and other similar Internet resources are not acceptable – papers referencing such sources will not receive full credit.
Submit in Word (do not submit in PDF): If you do not own a copy of Word, you can use Google Documents and “Save As” Word. Submitting in Word or posting a Google Doc link allows in-text feedback by the instructor.  
Grading:
Submitted in Word document (1%)
A Title Page (4%)
Clear topic sentence (10%)
Identifies a specific nation-state, cultural region, or theme (10%)
Identifies a specific historiographical approach (10%)
Includes a scholarly source (10%)
The bibliography is on its own page and citations are in CMS (10%)
At least one full page or at least 500 words (not including title page or bibliography (20%)
Written in 12 PT Times New Roman with uniform font color in true-black (5%)
Written with proper usage of American English, grammatically correct and correct spelling (20%)   
Topic:Exploring the Impact of Ancient Egyptian Religion on
Society and Culture
Historiographical School of Thought:The Symbolist School of
Egyptology
Introduction:
The allure of Ancient Egypt lies not only in its majestic
pyramids and enigmatic hieroglyphs but also in its rich tapestry of religious
beliefs that permeated every aspect of society and culture. In this proposal, I
aim to delve into the profound influence of Ancient Egyptian religion on
shaping the social and cultural fabric of this enigmatic civilization, guided
by the unique perspectives of the Symbolist School of Egyptology.
Reason for Interest:
What captivates me about the Symbolist School of Egyptology is
its focus on unraveling the symbolic and metaphysical layers embedded within
Egyptian art, hieroglyphs, and religious practices. By embracing this
interpretative framework, I hope to uncover the hidden meanings behind the
religious symbolism of the ancient Egyptians and gain insights into how these
beliefs influenced their daily lives, artistic expressions, and societal
structures.
Scholarly Source (Chicago Manual of Style):
In my exploration, I will draw upon the scholarly work of Erik
Hornung titled *Conceptions of God in Ancient Egypt: The One and the Many*
(1996). Through Hornung’s meticulous analysis, I aim to deepen my understanding
of the diverse conceptions of gods in Ancient Egyptian religion, shedding light
on the intricate interplay between monotheistic and polytheistic elements in
their spiritual beliefs.
Conclusion:
By embarking on this research journey, I aspire to unravel the
intricate connections between Ancient Egyptian religion, symbolism, and the
broader cultural landscape of the civilization. Through the lens of the
Symbolist School of Egyptology, I aim to piece together a narrative that
illuminates how religion served as a cornerstone in shaping the identity,
beliefs, and practices of the ancient Egyptians from prehistory through the
Renaissance.
This proposal sets the stage for an engaging exploration into
the captivating realm of Ancient Egyptian religion, offering a humanistic
perspective that seeks to breathe life into the enduring legacy of this ancient
civilization.

Drawing from your Historiographical Research Paper, create a presentation (using PowerPoint, Screencast-o-Matic, or other presentation software) examining an archival institution that coincides with the topic of your Historiographical Research Paper.
Go to the website of an institution you select related to topic of your Historiographical Research Paper and identify what collections could be used, what sort of sources/evidence they found in those collections (e.g. government documents, ephemera, film, correspondence, etc.), and how they used that evidence to (successfully or unsuccessfully) support their argument.  
Identify any other collections at that institution that might be useful for scholars interested in creating new research projects related to the topic that you selected for you Historiographical Research Paper.
Finally, are any relevant collections digitized? Are there digital finding aids, and, if so, how would you use them to prepare for a research trip to this institution? If not, how could those resources assist you in your research of this topic?
Be prepared to present your findings in a 12-15 slide PowerPoint Presentation, or a 5-7 minute presentation with another presentation software of your choice.
While Turabian style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using Turabian formatting guidelines, which can be found in the Turabian Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.

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