British Imperialism in the Middle East in the Early 20th Century
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This 16 page paper discusses some of the early 20th century history of Iraq, with specific reference to the British influence in the region at the time, and the Baghdad Railway. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: HVGBIraq.rtf

Business and Economy in Oman
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A 10 page paper discussing the economy-building activities of one of the Gulf states. The Sultanate of Oman is a small country nearly equating in land mass to the US state of Kansas, bordering Saudi Arabia on the East. Sultan Qaboos bin Said determined shortly after coming to power in 1970 that Oman's best interests were not served by being fully dependent on oil for its national income. The Sultan stresses private sector development and self-reliance, encouraging the people to be self-sufficient so that the nation can be as well. The nation is fully open to foreign investment, development of local non-oil industry and privatization of public holdings. Noted for its traditions of fairness and political stability, Oman provides conditions favorable for both international and domestic economic development. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: KSoman.doc

Can Terrorism Ever Be Justified?
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This 15 page paper examines terrorism and focuses on the group Hezbollah. The paper looks at both sides of terrorism and arguments against it as well as arguments that equate terrorism with acts of war. Philosophical differences are discussed in addition to practical considerations of terrorism in today's world. The Middle East is highlighted as well as the attack on the United States in 2001. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: SA404ter.rtf

Capture of Adolf Eichmann
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A 14 page research paper that discusses the legality of the abduction of Adolf Eichmann from Argentina by the Israeli secret service and his subsequent trial. As background to this discussion, the writer also covers Eichmann's role in the Holocaust and his escape from American occupying forces and flight to Argentina. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: kheich.rtf

Cause and Aftermath of September 11, 2001
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This 15 page paper takes the form of a speech to discuss the causes of the attack on September 11, and the U.S. actions in its wake. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: HVcsattk.rtf

Causes of the Arab-Israeli War, 1947-1948
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This 4 page paper considers the Arab-Israeli War that occurred in 1947-1948 and argues that nationalist movements may be sufficient causes for the conflict. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: HVIsrWar.rtf

Centers of Jewish Intellectual Life/A Historical View
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A 3 page research paper that looks at Jewish history. Throughout much of their history, the Jewish people have been dispersed to the far corner of the globe and without a homeland. Nevertheless, they have managed to maintain their identity as a people and this is due, in part, to having specific geographical centers on which Jewish life could be based. This discussion briefly charts this aspect of Jewish history. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khjuhis.rtf

Challenges to 20th Century Imperialism
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This 8 page paper discusses the processes that may come into play when a nation struggles to free itself from the grip of an imperial power.
Filename: HVImperl.rtf

Changes in Egypt and Turkey in the Nineteenth Century
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A 6 page paper discussing mechanisms by which Egypt was able to pull away from Turkey before achieving independence from the British. Until each nation achieved independence in the early 20th century, the histories of Egypt and Turkey had been intertwined for hundreds of years. As the original conquering nation, Turkey was the one with greater influence over the other, but Egypt was able to recover and begin developing at a faster pace as the Ottoman Empire slid into decline. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KS-EgyptTurkey.wps