Richard II
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5 pages in length. Richard II was not the most popular of British monarchs, nor did he take the throne at a very opportune time. The combination of Black Death, an epidemic that took the lives of nearly one-half of the entire population, and Richard's inability to lead with any political prowess cost him the chance to regain a solid British stance under effective leadership. So bound by authoritarian rule was Richard that his unyielding reign soon set off a revolution that served to be the beginning of the end for this particular monarch's authority. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCRich2.rtf

Shakespeare’s Account of Richard III
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A 5 page paper which examines how Shakespeare recounted the history of Richard III in his play. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAshiii.rtf

Sir Francis Drake, Innovative Thinker
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A 9 page paper discussing the explorer and privateer's ability to look at things from perspectives that others had not yet seen. The business buzzword of the 1990s and into the new century has been that of innovation, but Sir Francis gives us insight into the usefulness of innovation during the late 16th century. Preceding the pirates, Sir Francis was one of the world's first privateers, and certainly one of the first to use modern methods of warfare. Whenever possible, he allowed his enemy to complete the bulk of the difficult work for him. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: KSFranDrake.wps

Social Structure in the Middle Ages
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This 8 page paper provides a slew of information on life in Medieval Europe, with a focus on social structure. Gender is discussed as well. The way in which outcasts coped is also included as is the effect that the black death had on society. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: SA018Soc.rtf

Stonehenge and the Development of Archaeology
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A 5 page paper which discusses Stonehenge and examines how excavations have been, and can, prove beneficial to the development of archaeology. While over-excavating can prove incredibly harmful to this historical site, if done properly much may be learned. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: RAstnehg.rtf

The Bewitching of Anne Gunter
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A 6 page paper which examines the thesis in The Bewitching of Anne Gunter by James Sharpe. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAwgun.rtf

The Celts
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A 4 page overview of the history of the Celts. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAcelts.rtf

The Contributions of Charlemagne
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This 5 page paper uses some information submitted by a student as a springboard for discussion. The leader's achievements and policies are discussed. No bibliography.
Filename: SA323Cha.rtf

The Dark Ages and the Renaissance
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This 3 page paper explores the middle ages. Were the dark ages really dark? Various questions are explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA837drk.rtf