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06/06/19

5. Was the Compromise of 1820 necessary, how did it attempt to solve the problem of slavery, and why in the end was it a temporary solution?

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American History United States International Relations

06/06/19

Why was the Jay Treaty so hated by the American public?

Why was the Jay Treaty so hated by the American public? I've read that many people hated it, but I don't understand why. It ensured the United States would get back forts that had been taken by... more

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American History Political Science Miliatry

06/05/19

In which year was the Continental Marines established?

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American History United States Immigration Racism

06/04/19

How did US anti-Irish sentiment decline?

Anti-Irish sentiment in the United States previously involved depictions of Irish migrants as non-human primates. While historians have debated the prevalence of contemporaneous "No Irish Need... more

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American History United States World War Two

06/04/19

Was the internment of Japanese Americans in WWII a public affair?

Was the internment of Japanese Americans in WWII public affair; meaning, was it in any way discussed or reported in the contemporary American media? Did the authorities conduct any explanatory... more

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American History United States Aircraft

06/03/19

I am looking for a database of US aircraft casting numbers?

I have found many US aircraft have casting numbers in their aluminum parts, bosses, tools, to identify the specific aicraft. 28 is a PBY, I believe. Is there a book or database on these, and when... more

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American History Statistics United States 19th Century

06/03/19

Who conducted the first "straw poll" in U.S. election politics, and when was it conducted?

Three sources that I found cite three different answers (though all agree it took place in the [election of 1824].

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American History United States Great Depression Communism

06/02/19

During the Great Depression in America, was there an increase in popularity of Communism?

During the Great Depression, was there an increase in the popularity of Communism among the everyday American and if so, was this due to a longing for better living conditions?

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American History United States

06/02/19

In the late 1800s how did American Indians portray resiliency in the in the midst of oppression?

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American History Sociology African American Studies

06/02/19

Why were issues of truth and credibility such significant preoccupations for Truth and Douglass?

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American History United States 19th Century Transportation

06/02/19

When did covered wagons disappear from America?

Throughout 19th century Americans migrated west to settle land and most such trips were on foot and on covered wagons. With the arrival of trains the wagons stopped, but my guess is that not... more

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American History Military United States Black History

06/01/19

How could black men serve as officers in the US army during segregation?

How did black men such as Benjamin Oliver Davis Sr achieve high ranks in the US military during segregation? Those ranks should put them in position of power over white people, not very... more

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American History Sociology African American Studies

05/31/19

What are the two major approaches to African American studies in the academy and what alternative approach does Marable offer?

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American History History World History Social Studies

05/31/19

What are social, economic, political consequences from Afghanistan war?

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American History History World History Social Studies

05/31/19

What are some political and social consequences from the Iraq War?

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American History

05/30/19

The slave population was more eager to end slavery than the south.

Is this statement true or false?

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American History Us History

05/30/19

What type of government for and by the people with the use of elections?

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American History Us History

05/30/19

What is the historical significance of the Battle of Gettysburg in the Civil War and how did it aid to the end of the war

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American History Writing Social Studies Essay

05/30/19

Hi, How should I start my introduction for this essay question - what should I consider when laying out my intro

Q: Evaluate the view that the Tet Offensive was a victory for the United States and Republic of Vietnam

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American History United States

05/30/19

Why has the American cowboy fashion/culture persisted until our current decade?

How and why has the American cowboy fashion/culture persisted for so long up until our current decade? Every decade has a fashion and culture that later we come to our senses about. But not the... more

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American History United States Immigration Citizenship

05/30/19

In 1940s/50s how did refugees earn US citizenship?

* Does the country of origin (Poland here) make a difference? * How does a minor's status affect the process? * What were the conditions (having lived in the US for x years, etc?) **at that time**... more

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American History United States 19th Century Native Americans

05/29/19

Were there any pro-Native American groups during the Indian Wars?

I've recently been reading about the Indians Wars in the mid-1800s, especially as they focused towards the Great Plains. I know that a lot of people supported the army and their westward ventures,... more

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American History U.s. History

05/29/19

The eleven states that rebelled against the union were known as?

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American History War United States Vietnam War

05/28/19

Was Nixon's Vietnam claim right before the 1968 election true?

In Richard Nixon's final appeal to voters on NBC right before the 1968 Presidential Election, he made an explosive claim about the Vietnam war. > [Nixon] said he had a “very disturbing report,”... more

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American History United States Iran

05/28/19

Why didn't United States replace Mohamad Rezā Shāh with another king during the 1979 revolution?

During World War 2 Rezā Shāh was forced to abdicate in favor of his son. This way, why during Iran's revolution the Carter's administration had arranged for the shah to leave Iran? Why didn't they... more

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5. Was the Compromise of 1820 necessary, how did it attempt to solve the problem of slavery, and why in the end was it a temporary solution?

Why was the Jay Treaty so hated by the American public?

In which year was the Continental Marines established?

How did US anti-Irish sentiment decline?

Was the internment of Japanese Americans in WWII a public affair?

I am looking for a database of US aircraft casting numbers?

Who conducted the first "straw poll" in U.S. election politics, and when was it conducted?

During the Great Depression in America, was there an increase in popularity of Communism?

In the late 1800s how did American Indians portray resiliency in the in the midst of oppression?

Why were issues of truth and credibility such significant preoccupations for Truth and Douglass?

When did covered wagons disappear from America?

How could black men serve as officers in the US army during segregation?

What are the two major approaches to African American studies in the academy and what alternative approach does Marable offer?

What are social, economic, political consequences from Afghanistan war?

What are some political and social consequences from the Iraq War?

The slave population was more eager to end slavery than the south.

What type of government for and by the people with the use of elections?

What is the historical significance of the Battle of Gettysburg in the Civil War and how did it aid to the end of the war

Hi, How should I start my introduction for this essay question - what should I consider when laying out my intro

Why has the American cowboy fashion/culture persisted until our current decade?

In 1940s/50s how did refugees earn US citizenship?

Were there any pro-Native American groups during the Indian Wars?

The eleven states that rebelled against the union were known as?

Was Nixon's Vietnam claim right before the 1968 election true?

Why didn't United States replace Mohamad Rezā Shāh with another king during the 1979 revolution?

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