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The Levant: France’S Colonial Crucible, Michael Adelson Jul 2022

The Levant: France’S Colonial Crucible, Michael Adelson

French Summer Fellows

In the medieval era of religious and political tumult that culminated with the Crusades, (mostly) Roman Catholic Western European citizens from all walks of life committed themselves to conquer Jerusalem and wrest control of historically Christian lands from the Muslim polities that claimed the region. The historical Kingdom of France was a major contributor to the Crusades, and as such, the feudal realms established in the Levant in the wake of the First Crusade were dominated by former French crusaders and citizenry. The geographic boundaries and demography of these Crusader States are reminiscent of French hegemony in the Middle East …


Peace, Love, And Politics: How Woodstock Of 1969 Epitomized The Relationship Between Social Movements And Music, Jacklynn Ramsey Jul 2019

Peace, Love, And Politics: How Woodstock Of 1969 Epitomized The Relationship Between Social Movements And Music, Jacklynn Ramsey

Politics Summer Fellows

This research analyzes the role that music plays in social movements in the United States, focusing on Woodstock of 1969 as a pivotal moment. By examining the 1969 Woodstock through an academic lens, I illustrate the intrinsic relationship that exists between music and politics, specifically through social movements. First, I explore the relationship that music and politics have had historically and extrapolate why they are interconnected. Then, I dissect two different movements, paralleling them from their roots to present day, analyzing the integral role that music has had in them. Those movements include the Civil Rights Movement and Black Lives …


Oral Argument Tactics On The Supreme Court Bench: A Comparative Analysis Of Verbal Tools Used By Justices Sotomayor, Kagan, And Gorsuch, Corinne Cichowicz Apr 2019

Oral Argument Tactics On The Supreme Court Bench: A Comparative Analysis Of Verbal Tools Used By Justices Sotomayor, Kagan, And Gorsuch, Corinne Cichowicz

Politics Honors Papers

Oral argument scholars like Adam Feldman have categorized the Supreme Court justices’ behavior during oral argument using the approach-based method, labeling each as one-sided, even-handed, or restrained. This approach is too narrowly constructed. Scholars sometimes categorize justices in terms of the tools they use, which include questions, hypotheticals, declarations, interruptions, tone of voice, and silence (Feldman 2018a). Neither of these methods alone produce a nuanced analysis of each justice’s actions during an individual case or across a Term. As the Court’s composition and dynamics are continuously changing, scholarship on oral argument needs to adapt to …


Nick Martin's Communism, Dylan Bagley, Matthew Kenwood Apr 2019

Nick Martin's Communism, Dylan Bagley, Matthew Kenwood

Cold War Lives

This project examines the life and career of Hungarian-born athlete Nick Martin. It explores the opportunities available to Martin via his success as an Olympic athlete.


Communism, Post-Communism, Sport, And Patriotism In 1980s-1990s Hungary, Sarah Johns, Morgana Olbrich Apr 2019

Communism, Post-Communism, Sport, And Patriotism In 1980s-1990s Hungary, Sarah Johns, Morgana Olbrich

Cold War Lives

We will argue that Communism left long lasting effects on the ways in which patriotism was perceived and executed through labor. Specifically we will look into the ways in which laborers, namely athletes, both intentionally and unintentionally used their work to gain privileges.


How Politics Can Shape Sports And The Athletes Who Perform: A Case Study Of Hungarian Gymnastics During The Cold War, Julia Adams, Corinne Cichowicz Apr 2019

How Politics Can Shape Sports And The Athletes Who Perform: A Case Study Of Hungarian Gymnastics During The Cold War, Julia Adams, Corinne Cichowicz

Cold War Lives

The purpose of the project is to juxtapose how politics and government structure shape the world of sports, as well as the progress of individual sports, with the isolation of athletes from the political realities of their respective nations. We assert that contemporary politics is directly reflected in the sports community through the way athletes interact and the ways other nations perceive athletes’ treatment. We argue that around the Hungarian Revolution, Eastern countries like Hungary attempted to perform their strength by giving privileges that allowed athletes to excel while western nations like the United States focused on fostering their savior …


Inclusivity In Higher Education Core Curricula: Cultivating Justice In The Classroom, Joanna Timmerman Apr 2019

Inclusivity In Higher Education Core Curricula: Cultivating Justice In The Classroom, Joanna Timmerman

CIE Essay Writing Contest

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The Rise Of Political Factions In The United States: 1789–1795, William Wehrs Jul 2018

The Rise Of Political Factions In The United States: 1789–1795, William Wehrs

History Summer Fellows

Organized factions were something that did not arise with the creation of the United States. Rather, they slowly emerged during George Washington’s presidency. Initially, the Founding Fathers were highly resistant to the idea. There was resistance to political parties partly because of their association with the perceived dysfunctionality of England, and also because major influential thinkers like John Trenchard or David Hume were strongly against them. Soon, however, conflicts began to emerge. These stemmed from the conflicting views the Founding Fathers had on human nature. While Hamilton and Adams were both highly dubious about the trustworthiness of the common people, …


One Man's Reaction To Nato Expansion, Jamie M. Putnam Apr 2016

One Man's Reaction To Nato Expansion, Jamie M. Putnam

International Relations Honors Papers

Using the policy of NATO expansion and the events of the Ukraine crisis, this paper examines President Vladimir Putin’s impact on Russian foreign policy and analyzes the extent to which his personality and personal interests have shaped Russia’s actions. In doing so, it seems that Russia as an actor on the international stage cannot be understood without considering Putin’s role in creating what Russia is today.


Letter From Fred Morris Dearing To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, September 9, 1943, Fred M. Dearing Sep 1943

Letter From Fred Morris Dearing To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, September 9, 1943, Fred M. Dearing

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A handwritten letter from Fred Morris Dearing addressed to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated September 9, 1943. Within, Dearing comments on Wilson's recently published article in the New York Herald-Tribune.


Letter From Harriet Gallup De Lancey To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, September 9, 1943, Harriet Gallup De Lancey Sep 1943

Letter From Harriet Gallup De Lancey To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, September 9, 1943, Harriet Gallup De Lancey

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A handwritten letter from Harriet Gallup de Lancey addressed to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated September 9, 1943. Within, de Lancey writes to express her admiration for Wilson after reading his latest Herald-Tribune article.


Letter From Wilbur Forrest To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, September 8, 1943, Wilbur Forrest Sep 1943

Letter From Wilbur Forrest To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, September 8, 1943, Wilbur Forrest

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed letter from Wilbur Forrest addressed to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated September 8, 1943. Within, Forrest informs Wilson the Herald-Tribune will publish his article.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Wilbur Forrest, September 6, 1943, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Sep 1943

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Wilbur Forrest, September 6, 1943, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Wilbur Forrest, dated September 6, 1943. Within, Wilson encloses an article he hopes to have published in the New York Herald-Tribune.


After Three Years With Knox: 1912, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Aug 1942

After Three Years With Knox: 1912, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a draft for "Memoirs of an Ex-Diplomat" entitled, "After Three Years With Knox: 1912", written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated August 31, 1942. Within, Wilson reflects on his time working under Philander Knox during his time in the Department of State.


Letter From John Van Antwerp Macmurray To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, July 24, 1942, John V. A. Macmurray Jul 1942

Letter From John Van Antwerp Macmurray To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, July 24, 1942, John V. A. Macmurray

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed letter from John Van Antwerp MacMurray addressed to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated July 24, 1942. Within, MacMurray recalls his time in the State Department with Wilson.


Letter From Lloyd C. Griscom To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, July 21, 1942, Lloyd C. Griscom Jul 1942

Letter From Lloyd C. Griscom To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, July 21, 1942, Lloyd C. Griscom

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed letter from Lloyd C. Griscom addressed to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated July 21, 1942. Within, Griscom discusses the sales figures for his book and anticipates the release of Wilson's memoirs.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Lloyd C. Griscom, July 21, 1942, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jul 1942

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Lloyd C. Griscom, July 21, 1942, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Lloyd C. Griscom, dated July 21, 1942. Within, Wilson writes to request a reunion and updates Griscom on his memoir progress.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Hugh S. Gibson, July 18, 1942, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jul 1942

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Hugh S. Gibson, July 18, 1942, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Hugh S. Gibson, dated July 18, 1942. Within, Wilson requests Gibson's aid in recalling his years within the Department of State for his memoir.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To John V. A. Macmurray, July 17, 1942, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jul 1942

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To John V. A. Macmurray, July 17, 1942, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to John V. A. MacMurray, dated July 17, 1942. Within, Wilson expresses his desire to see MacMurray and recounts his progress with his memoir.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Charles Lyon Chandler, July 17, 1942, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jul 1942

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Charles Lyon Chandler, July 17, 1942, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Charles Lyon Chandler, dated July 17, 1942. Within, Wilson requests Chandler's aid in recalling his time within the government for his memoirs.


Letter From Wilbur Forrest To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, July 14, 1942, Wilbur Forrest Jul 1942

Letter From Wilbur Forrest To Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, July 14, 1942, Wilbur Forrest

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed letter from Wilbur Forrest addressed to Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dated July 14, 1942. Within, Forrest laments the restriction of an age limit in aiding the war effort.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Carl A. Lohmann, May 21, 1942, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson May 1942

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Carl A. Lohmann, May 21, 1942, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Carl A. Lohmann, dated May 21, 1942. Within, Wilson criticizes Yale's decision to nominate Robert A. Taft to the Alumni Fellows.


Preliminary Thoughts For Memoirs Of An Ex-Diplomat, 1942, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Jan 1942

Preliminary Thoughts For Memoirs Of An Ex-Diplomat, 1942, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A handwritten document containing the timeline of various traveling tours, written by Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson, dating from circa 1942. These timelines are in connection with his memoir entitled, "Memoirs of an Ex-Diplomat".


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Clark M. Eichelberger, December 31, 1941, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Dec 1941

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Clark M. Eichelberger, December 31, 1941, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to Clark M. Eichelberger, dated December 31, 1941. Within, Wilson responds to Eichelberger's request for suggestions on the committee to Defend America.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To F. H. Peter Cusick, November 2, 1941, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Nov 1941

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To F. H. Peter Cusick, November 2, 1941, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to F. H. Peter Cusick, dated November 2, 1941. Within, Wilson requests information about membership of the Fight for Freedom Committee in connection with an upcoming rally in Waterbury, Connecticut.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To The Editor Of The Waterbury American, October 30, 1941, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Oct 1941

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To The Editor Of The Waterbury American, October 30, 1941, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to the Editor of the Waterbury American, dated October 30, 1941. Within, Wilson condemns isolationist thought and argues for the continued need to support Britain in the war.


Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Editor Of The New York Times, October 14, 1941, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson Oct 1941

Letter From Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson To Editor Of The New York Times, October 14, 1941, Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed copy of a letter from Francis Mairs Huntington-Wilson addressed to the Editor of the New York Times, dated October 14, 1941. Within, Wilson discusses the dangers of isolationism and neutrality laws.


Letter From A. Liddon Graham To Chapter Heads, September 27, 1941, A. Liddon Graham Sep 1941

Letter From A. Liddon Graham To Chapter Heads, September 27, 1941, A. Liddon Graham

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed letter from A. Liddon Graham addressed to the chapter heads of the Fight for Freedom Committee, dated September 27, 1941. Within, Graham calls for every chapter head to get petitions signed to attempt to repeal the Neutrality Act.


What's Happening In The Fight For Freedom, September 8, 1941, Fight For Freedom Committee Sep 1941

What's Happening In The Fight For Freedom, September 8, 1941, Fight For Freedom Committee

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed newsletter from the Fight for Freedom committee, dated September 8, 1941. Within, the latest war and chapter news is distilled to members.


Letter From Henry W. Hobson To Fight For Freedom Members, September 8, 1941, Henry W. Hobson Sep 1941

Letter From Henry W. Hobson To Fight For Freedom Members, September 8, 1941, Henry W. Hobson

World War II Era Documents, 1939-1945

A typed letter from Henry W. Hobson addressed to members of the Fight for Freedom Committee, dated September 8, 1941. Within, Hobson calls for further financial contributions to aid the cause.