Select An Important Historical Figure Or Topic From US Histo

Select Animportant Historical Figure Or Topic From Us History 1492

Select an important historical figure or topic from U.S. history, 1492 to the present. Be sure to include: a strong introduction which establishes your theme or thesis; an identification of the historical figure or topic by giving appropriate background and biographical information; utilization of proper spelling and grammar; a strong conclusion that sums up the major points and includes your critical evaluations of the sources, weighing their strengths and weaknesses, as well as your own observations, opinions, findings, and critical analysis. The paper must be 7-10 pages, double-spaced with one-inch margins, using 12-point Times New Roman or Courier New font, formatted according to the Chicago Manual of Style, including footnotes or endnotes at the end of each paragraph unless the information is entirely original; a bibliography with at least five scholarly sources plus one Internet source; and pages numbered. Handwritten papers are not accepted. Late submissions are not accepted. The topic chosen is "How did women contribute to the war effort during the Civil War?" Resources include a textbook, an Internet source, news articles, and the History website. Focus on specific examples such as women’s roles as nurses, spies, soldiers, and workers in factories and fields, as suggested by instructor feedback.