The Frontier Myth In the United States / From the Colonial Period to the Vietnam War
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A 6 page examination of the frontier myth in United States history. Identifies greed and the never-ending drive for territorial expansion and control of resources, both natural and human, as the driving force for white Anglo Saxon males in the United States from the colonial period up until the Vietnam War. Relies largely on the work of Richard Slotkin in his 1992 book 'Gunfighter Nation: The Myth of the Frontier in Twentieth Century America'. No additional sources cited.
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Employment Opportunities for Vietnam Vets
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Reasons why there is higher unemployment for Vietnam Vets are discussed in this 7 page paper. Several issues are looked at including the devastating effects of PTSD. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The Media and the Vietnam War
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A 5 page paper which discusses how the media plays a very big role in how society visualizes events which are taking place in the world. The focus is upon how the media’s portrayal of the Vietnam War influenced how society felt about the war and how they saw the war in general. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAvietmed.wps

Executive Power: The Role of Lyndon B. Johnson in the Vietnam War
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A 7 page discussion of the role of President Lyndon B. Johnson in the escalation and perpetuation of the Vietnam War. Discusses his use of Executive Power, his attempts to hide economic costs, and the impact his actions had on his presidency and his decision not to pursue a second term in office. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPlbjExP.wps