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Naval Airborne Early Warning 1945-1985, Edwin Leigh Armistead

History Theses & Dissertations

Airborne Early Warning (AEW) is the act of carrying a search radar aloft that can actively detect and even control aircraft and ships where a radar mounted on a ship or on land cannot. The United States Navy began research during World War II to counter the low-flying aircraft threat. Development of the AEW aircraft, however, was not complete in time to be of use during this conflict. Initially the Navy used two different aircraft, one carrier-based and the other land-based, to detect such air threats. As technology improved, these different capabilities were combined into a single airframe that contained …

1993-07-06 Morehead News, Morehead News (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead News Archive

Morehead News published on July 6,1993.

The Civil War Skirmish Near Bolivar, Tennessee: March, 1864

Jackson Purchase Historical Society Journal Archive

The Civil War Skirmish Near Bolivar, Tennessee: March, 1864

William W. Chester

1993 Report Of Gifts, South Caroliniana Library--University Of South Carolina

University South Caroliniana Society - Annual Report of Gifts

No abstract provided.

Effectively Radiated Powers: The Cultural Impact Of Media On A Kentucky Community, William Drury

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

This thesis chronicles the development of Henderson and its media. Unlike most pioneering towns that sprung up west of the Allegheny and Appalachian Mountains during the 18th century, Henderson assumed a unique position in the development of the Midwest as an important and major tobacco port, as an agricultural conduit to the North and industrial path to the South. and as an outpost of trade to the West. A clearer picture of its aggressive nature becomes evident by tracing the hard-fought beginnings of the region. As Henderson grew in importance, so did its lust grow for excitement and entertainment. Compared …

Genocide And The Indians Of California, 1769-1873, Margaret A. Field

Graduate Masters Theses

This study is an effort to determine whether the phenomenon of genocide, as defined in the UN Convention on Genocide of 1948, played a distinguishable role in the sharp decline of the California Indian population during the period 1769 to 1873. Through examination of such resources as memoirs, newspaper accounts of the time, anthropological and demographic studies, government documents, and works on genocide theory, it considers key issues of intent and action on the part of the Spanish, Mexicans, and Americans who arrived in California during the period.

The evidence indicates that genocide of indigenous peoples occurred in California in …

The Impractical Ideal Costa Rica, The United States And Central America Reunification, 1902-1932, Donald R. Lam

Graduate Program in International Studies Theses & Dissertations

This thesis examines the motivations of Central American Unionists and the failure of their movement in the early years of the twentieth century. The existing literature attributes the failure of Central American unification during this era to U.S. policies meant to maintain a divided isthmus in order to economically and politically exploit the region. A closer analysis of the primary sources, however, reveals that union failed because of internal factors, and that Washington's actions generally favored efforts to rejoin the nations to reduce isthmian tensions. Attempts to reunite the republics failed because of regional and domestic political rivalries, weaknesses in …

Hesitant Recognition: Texas Black Politicians, 1865-1900, Barry A. Crouch

East Texas Historical Journal

No abstract provided.

1993-02-26 Morehead News, Morehead News (Morehead, Ky.)

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Morehead News published on February 26,1993.

A Summary Of The History Of The Caddo People, Frank F. Schambach

Index of Texas Archaeology: Open Access Gray Literature from the Lone Star State

I am pleased and very honored that you have invited me here today to tell you something about the past of the Caddo people as it is known to archaeologists. This is a subject that has been both my occupation and my major preoccupation for more than 25 years. The story that I and other archaeologists have been piecing together over many years is long, complex, and endlessly fascinating. It is a heritage that anyone could be proud of. Let me give you some of the highlights.

The story began over 11,500 years ago--or about 9,500 B.C.--when the first people …

"Easy Or Hard" The Mentality Of Survival: The Gi In Europe In World War Two, Brian R. Bowen

Masters Theses

An oral history compiled from recollections of fourteen combat veterans, documented by over forty hours of tape-recorded interviews, the paper recreates GIs' mentality upon entering combat. The formation of the collective mentality is examined by exploring the attitudes, motivations, and historical circumstances determining thought and actions of these reluctant, yet dedicated soldiers. The collective mentality, defined as the way of thinking allowing the majority to best cope with their predicament, answers why men fought and how they persevered once in combat. Explaining sustained combat performance the paper proves how the collective mentality gave Gls the will and ability to withstand …

1992-12-18 Morehead News, Morehead News (Morehead, Ky.)

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Morehead News published on December 18,1992.

1992-12-15 Morehead News, Morehead News (Morehead, Ky.)

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Morehead News published on December 15,1992.

Best Evidence : A Social History Of The County Court Of Lafayette County, 1865-1870, Debbielee Landi

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The study of American legal institutions and practices provides valuable information regarding American society. This analysis focuses on the County Court of Lafayette County, Mississippi from its creation in 1865 until its dissolution in 1870. In order to assess the role of this court during Reconstruction, the types of cases and participants for the five-year period were analyzed.

The County Court system was established by the Mississippi state legislature in 1865 to manage the anticipated surge of criminal activity caused by the Civil War and the emancipation of slaves. This research discovered that although there was a considerable amount of …

The Riga Mission: The Reports Of The First American Outpost On The Soviet Border, 1924-1933, Jeffrey Acosta

History Theses & Dissertations

From 1917 to 1933, the United States did not recognize the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. In 1920 the United States established conditions for recognition. First, the Soviet Union had to pay all debts owed to the United States government and its citizens by previous Russian and Soviet governments. In addition, all propaganda and subversive activities sponsored by the Soviet Union in the United States had to cease. During this period, the Division of Eastern European Affairs (DEEA) studied and collected data about the Soviet Union from its main "outpost" at the United States Mission in Riga, Latvia. The Russian …

Attacks On U.S. Submarines By Friendly Forces In World War Ii, Britt C. Skogstad

History Theses & Dissertations

This study analyzes cases in which U.S. submarines were attacked by friendly forces during World War II and identifies the causes of those incidents. Each case is interpreted in the context of the warfare doctrine, tactics, training, and procedures current at the time of the incident. The study determined that friendly attacks were primarily caused by the physical limitations of visually identifying a submarine. Contributing to the problem were inadequate recognition signal systems, poor communications, the latitude given to on-scene commanders to disregard safety procedures, the general attitude that any submarine detected was a threat, a sense of urgency to …

Soldiers In War: A Brief History Of The United States' Participation In World War I With Special Emphasis On The Kentucky National Guard, Rhonda Smith

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

Using mainly primary sources, the activities of the Kentucky National Guard in World War I are chronicled. The major contribution of these Kentuckians was the 149th Infantry, which served on the front line in France. After extensive research, it is concluded that the Kentucky Guard did not play a major role in the war effort.

Two Nations: The Homeless In A Divided Land, Shaun O'Connell

New England Journal of Public Policy

The works discussed in this article include: Chain Reaction: The Impact of Race, Rights, and Taxes on American Politics, by Thomas Byrne Edsall with Mary D. Edsall; Why Americans Hate Politics, by E. J. Dionne, Jr.; A Far Cry from Home: Life in a Shelter for Homeless Women, by Lisa Ferrill; Scandal: The Culture of Mistrust in American Politics, by Suzanne Garment; Songs from the Alley, by Kathleen Hirsch; Culture Wars: The Struggle to Define America, by James Davison Hunter; Rachel and Her Children: Homeless Families in America, by Jonathan Kozol; Parliament of …

Book Reviews

East Texas Historical Journal

No abstract provided.

1992-01-17 Morehead News, Morehead News (Morehead, Ky.)

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Morehead News published on January 17,1992.

Archaeological Monitoring For The Tri-Party Improvements Project, San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, I. Waynne Cox

Index of Texas Archaeology: Open Access Gray Literature from the Lone Star State

In 1987, the Center for Archaeological Research entered into a contract with the San Antonio Metropolitan Transit Authority to provide consultant services for the downtown San Antonio Tri-Party Improvements project. Preliminary research was provided prior to initiation of construction, and monitoring was conducted during the three years of modifications to the downtown area. The archaeological resources exposed during the project were researched and documented, and recommendations were made throughout the construction period.

Archaeological Investigations In Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas, 1988 And 1989, Anne A. Fox

Index of Texas Archaeology: Open Access Gray Literature from the Lone Star State

In June of 1988 and 1989, The University of Texas at San Antonio conducted an archaeological field school at the northern end of the plaza in front of the Alamo in downtown San Antonio. The Center for Archaeological Research cooperated with the university in organizing and staffing this field school. Excavations were limited to specific areas related to the fortifications around the main entrance to the Alamo constructed in 1835 and demolished and backfilled less than a year afterward. These fortifications consisted of a lunette and related defensive trench around the main gate, a secondary trench parallel to the south …

Ursinus College Bulletin, Winter 1992, Stephen Heacock, Richard P. Richter, Dave Sherman

Ursinus Magazine (New Bulletin Series), 1969-1995

President's memo • Letters • Good morning Ursinus • Alert! Annual Fund spring phonathons • An insider's look at the Middle East • President's Circle dinner • Class reunion alert! • Homecoming 1991 • Founders Day 1991 • Smith scholarship • Phi Beta Kappa: Tenacity (and patience) pays off • Admissions: Keep those referrals coming! • War years reunion: Exceeding expectations • A writing mother and son • Alumnae's research attracts national attention • Other alumnae in the world of research • Ursinus Pro-Am moves to Cricket Club • The sciences at Ursinus: Building on a tradition of excellence • …

John Quincy Adams As Minister To Russia, 1809-1814: The Ideals And Realities Confronting His Mission, Mary Elizabeth Willwerth

Masters Theses

To John Quincy Adams, the early nineteenth century proved itself to be not only a struggle for American independence from Europe, but a struggle for the eighteenth century ideal of the recently formed American philosophy of government. This unique philosophy inspired by key figures of the American Enlightenment, such as Thomas Paine, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson, incorporated the vision of America leading the way of enlightened world governments.

Son of the proud American revolutionary, John Adams, John Quincy Adams continued to follow the basic axioms of his father's generation and implement their basic ideals within his own various careers …

Jacksonville, Riverport-Seaport, George E. Buker

Books

Jacksonville Riverport-Seaport. Part of the University of South Carolina's studies in maritime history series. University of South Carolina Press, 1992. PALMM

The Ute Mode Of War In The Conflict Of 1865-1868, Albert Winkler

Faculty Publications

The Ute Indians of Utah rebelled in 1865 which led to war for the next three years. Throughout the conflict, small numbers of Utah warriors showed great skill in raiding white settlements of central Utah and in keeping their enemies at bay.

1991-11-29 Morehead News, Morehead News (Morehead, Ky.)

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Morehead News published on November 29,1991.

Science And The Sacred: The Evolution Controversy At Baylor, 1920-1929, John Davies

East Texas Historical Journal

No abstract provided.

The Grizzly, October 1, 1991, Eric Foellmer, Megan Mendte, Melisa Miller, Tom Epler, Dana Kushwara, Kristin White, Judd Woytek, Ellen Sylvester, Keith Kratz, Lisa Louka, Tom Wilusz, Annette Rawls, Laura Zobel, Chris Heinzinger, Nick Baccino, Harley David Rubin, Joseph Kershner, Claire A. Erfle, Steve Choi, Richard P. Richter, Alexis Smith, Sara Jacobson, Andy Remsiw, Christin Outwin, Naimish Pandya, Kris Wagner, Casey Neal

Ursinus College Grizzly Newspaper, 1978 to Present

Whittaker Relates Gulf Experience • Sorority Pledging Underway • U.S.E.A.C. Conference a Success • Ursinus Students Feel the Excitement of Habitat • College Tutorial Project Thrives • U.C. Welcomes New Instructors • Leadershop 1991 • U.S.G.A. Finds a Home • A Plea for Help • GN'R: Illusion ... of Good Music • State Museum Exhibits Berman Sculptures • Jane Ira Bloom Jazzes It Up • Sky Sands Strikes Ursinus • Aerobics Attack • The Tempting Temple • Field Hockey Faces Tough Times • Bears Terrorized by Western Maryland • Lady Bears Finish 4th • Bears Tee Off • Runners Get …

Ursinus College Bulletin, Summer 1991, Stephen Heacock, Richard P. Richter, Dave Sherman, Sally Widman

Ursinus Magazine (New Bulletin Series), 1969-1995

President's memo • Letters • Making connections at commencement • Doctor of the year • The British invasion • Alumni Association election results • The young man and the sea • Alumni Weekend 1991 • Branker releases jazz album • Farewell to a gentleman of physics • Alumnus banker discusses S&L crisis • Lacrosse team gains second place at nationals • Hall of Fame inducts seven • 92 participate in Ursinus College Pro-Am • The City of David: An overview • Of sherds and Scuds • Exhibition itinerary • Indiana Jones with a jackhammer • The city of Norman? • …