Free Essays on Revolution

  1. American Revolution Was a Revolution

    Revolution I agree that American Revolution was a revolution. What does revolution mean to you? Revolution to me means that the overthrow of a government by those who are governed. There are many revolutions throughout history but one important one is the American Revolution. American Revolution...

  2. Revolutions of 1848

    Revolutions of 1848 HIS 4402 Many historians tend to link the main cause of the European Revolutions of 1848 to the surge of liberal and nationalistic ideologies that seemed to enlighten the newly developed middle and working classes of the European Industrial Revolution. However...

  3. Theories on Revolution

    Crane Brinton wrote The Anatomy of Revolution. In this book, he did not attempt to analyze why revolution occurs, but how it occurs instead. He believed that the course of revolution was similar to the course of a fever. Revolution, like fever, was something that a nation could contract. The nation,...

  4. French Revolution

    French Revolution Romanticism originated in the 2nd half of the 18th century at the same time as the French Revolution.[1] Romanticism continued to grow in reaction to the effects of the social transformation caused by the Revolution. There are many signs of these effects of the French Revolution in various...

  5. The Onset of the Industrial Revolution

    The Industrial Revolution was a period in the late 18th and early 19th centuries when major changes in agriculture, manufacturing, production, and transportation had a profound effect on the socioeconomic and cultural conditions in Britain. The changes subsequently spread throughout Europe, North America...

  6. The digital revolution

    In what ways did the digital revolution made the world better and in what ways made it worse? The digital revolution has changed the way people think, communicate, behave, work and lead their life. In this regard, it made the world a better place. It is easier to communicate with people, access information...

  7. French Revolution and the Chinese Revolution

    Throughout the period of 200 years, the French Revolution and the Chinese Revolution occurred. Although the two countries' citizens revolted at different place, and time for different purposes, those two revolutions have many simmilarities along the process of revolutions. because of teh wak leadership of loyal...

  8. Democratic Revolutions

    Final Exam May 1, 2007 Professor Carol White Democratic Revolutions of the Eighteenth Century ‘The Coming of Democratic Revolutions’ Webster’s dictionary defines a revolution as an overthrow or repudiation and the thorough replacement of an established government...

  9. Was there a German Revolution?

    Essay: Was there a German Revolution? By mid 1918, Germany’s defeat on the western front seemed inevitable. Field Marshall Ludendorff launched a final last ditched attempt to deal a heavy blow to the Allies on the Western Front. In Spring 1918, the ”Ludendorff Offensive” had begun. Ludendorff focused...

  10. cuban revolution

    the Cuban revolution and these include, Batista’s authoritarian rule, need to shift from a capitalist rule to a communist rule, American relations with Cuba, rise of mass nationalism, corruption, severe social and economic hardships, the bold character of Fidel Castro accelerated the revolution as he became...

  11. History of Industrial Revolution

    (1999) account of the origins of the Industrial revolution in the late eighteenth century Britain. Then use your own words outline the different explanation of McKendrick (1982) as to the origins of the industrial revolution. “Whoever says Industrial Revolution says Cotton” (Hobsbawm, 1999, p34) Hobsbawm...

  12. Industrial Revolution Effects

    The Industrial Revolution brought huge change to people and the environment. It led to extreme pollution to a point that the skies were barely blue, and it led to the huge technology boom that has never stopped. The Industrial Revolution introduces a new way of life, and had a worldwide effect. The Industrial...

  13. French & Industrial Revolution

    French & Industrial Revolution The French and Industrial Revolution made an impact to our political culture and social society that still has its affects today. These two revolutions are very different because the French Revolution was more geared to the changes in society as well as politics, whereas...

  14. essay on cyber revolution

    Cyber Revolution Cyber means computer whereas revolution means abrupt/rapid change happened in an area. Computer has created revolution in the world not by itself as a standalone unit but also because of the penetration of Internet. Both together have made many of our lives easy and hence it has...

  15. Industrial Revolution

    During the Industrial Revolution in Europe, changes in technology brought great changes to society. It changed the way in which many products, including cloth and textiles, were manufactured. It was called a "revolution" because the changes it caused were great and sudden. The way people lived and worked...

  16. The Indian Revolution During the American Revolution

    21h.001 How to Stage a Revolution Essay 1 rewrite The Indian Revolution during the American Revolution Unlike most revolutions in history the events that took place in north America from 1775 to 1783 did not involve just two competing groups of people. On one side was the British Empire trying...

  17. Background on French Revolution

    The French Revolution (French: Révolution française) was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France from 1789 to 1799 that profoundly affected French and modern history, marking the decline of powerful monarchies and churches and the rise of democracy and nationalism. Popular resentment...

  18. 1948 Revolutions

    ITRODUCTION [pic] The European Revolutions of 1848, known in some countries as the Spring of Nations or the Year of Revolution, were a series of political upheavals throughout the European continent. Described by some historians as a revolutionary wave, the period of unrest began on 12 January 1848...

  19. Human Sexuality: Revolution and Counterrevolution

    discussions on the topic. The sexual revolution, starting in the nineteen twenties, and coming to a head in the nineteen sixties, was not only a catalyst for an increase in sexual promiscuity, but also an increase in discussions regarding sex. The sexual counter revolution, discussed in the textbook, widely...

  20. American Revolution: Women & Slaves

    American Revolution was the one the most important event in the history of America. It made possible, the formation of a United States of America. It was a defining event in shaping American life for the future. A new constitution was written for ruling the country. America white American male had fought...

  21. The War of Independence and a Revolution

    he American Revolution was both a war for independence and a revolution. John Adams statement which says that the war was no part of the Revolution is only half-true. It was a war for Independence from the tyranny of the British parliament. It was also a revolution in the fact that the colonist would...

  22. PHL 266 Week 3 Individual Assignment Economic Revolutions Table

    Individual Assignment Economic Revolutions Table Click Following Link To Purchase http://www.uopcoursetutorials.com/PHL-266/PHL-266-Week-3-Individual-Assignment-Economic-Revolutions-Table PHL 266 Week 3 Individual Assignment Economic Revolutions Table Economic Revolutions Table Select five innovations...

  23. Effects of the Revolution and Industrialization

    how the Revolution came to be. The Revolution was a driving force in the change of people’s livelihoods that created many opportunities, offered new technologies and was able to create positive change across social classes. However, these were not the lasting effects of the Industrial Revolution and that...

  24. Revolution

    culture, political and Geographic regions of France in the 1780’s-1790 during the French revolution. Real causes of the French Revolution Uploaded by kDUBBZ (76) on Jul 16, 2008 The French revolution messed up the countrys ancient monarchy, proclaimed liberty and equality and fought off an...

  25. A Changing World: the Industrial Revolution

    The industrial revolution that swept through Britain, Europe, and America in the 18th and 19th century was a major turning point in human history. The change from a manual/animal based labor economy to a machine based manufacturing economy, had a major impact on both cultural and socioeconomic conditions...

  26. Velvet Revolution

    History/Period 1 Eber, Marissa The Velvet Revolution More than 18 years ago when the Czech Republic and Slovakia where still united as Czechoslovakia, the Czechs stood up against the government in a peaceful manner. This movement is known as the Velvet Revolution or the November Events (as preferred...

  27. Sexual Revolution

    Sexual Revolution 9-6-2015 The sexual revolution, also known as a time of sexual liberation, was a...

  28. The Age of Revolution

    LIBERAL REVOLUTIONS (1776-1848) 1. Introduction: The Liberal Revolutions 2. The Independence of the United States of America (1775-1787) 3. The French Revolution (1789-1799) 4. Bonaparte (1795-1815) 5. European Restoration (1815-1848) 6. The Revolutions of 1820...

  29. Impact of It Revolution in India

    The urban India is witnessing the burgeoning change because of the IT revolution. Swanky malls, posh eating joints, ritzy foreign cars, high-rise commercial complexes, villas etc., are some of the visible attributes of the IT revolution and the amount of dollars that is flowing through the IT corridors...

  30. Agricultural Revolution

    Agricultural Revolution Name: Institution: Date:   Agricultural Revolution The agricultural revolution led to the emergence of agrarian societies where the primary source of wealth is agricultural production. The agricultural revolution began in Europe and led to...

  31. The causes of the French revolution

    Causes of the French Revolution The French Revolution of 1789 had many long-range causes. Political, social, and economic conditions in France contributed to the discontent felt by many French people-especially those of the third estate. The ideas of the intellectuals of the Enlightenment brought new...

  32. Did America Undergoa Revolution

    Did America undergo a revolution? Before we ask the main question, (whether America underwent a revolution in the Late 18th century) we must first define what a revolution is. In the past it used to mean there was a change in the society but then after a period of time it would return to the way it...

  33. The Industrial Revolution Dbq

    Industrial Revolution was a time of change in agriculture, textile and metal manufacture, transportation, economic policies and the social structure in England. Beginning in the late 1700s the industrial revolution had a variety of causes and still effect people till this day. The Industrial Revolution brought...

  34. Turning Points: the French and Russian Revolutions

    The French and Russian Revolutions Turning points are major events in history that have led to lasting change. These can include revolutions, elections, wars, just about anything that is bound to have a lasting effect on the course of history. The French and Russian Revolutions are great examples of...

  35. Anaylsis of the Industrial Revolution

    Industrial Revolution (1750-1850) Per. 1 Causes o Because of Britain’s island status and natural resources, its social emphasis on profit accumulation, and its strong financial institutions, it’s clear to see why the Industrial Revolu3tion began in G.B. o Simple breakthroughs...

  36. After Effects of Industrial Revolution

    The Industrial "Revolution" The industrialization of Europe, like the French Revolution, left a permanent mark on society. Life as it was described in the 18th century changed drastically; classes shifted, wealth increased, and nations began assuming national identities. Describing this industrialization...

  37. Britain's Industrial Revolution

    Impact of the Industrial Revolution: Positive or Negative? During the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, the Industrial Revolution transformed the social and economic structure of Europe. The period of the Industrial Revolution produced a quantum leap in industrial production and...

  38. Mexican Revolution Expositiry Essay

    Mexican Revolution The Spanish came to México in around the sixteenth century to change México to the Spanish rule (Wikipedia). México’s colonies were free from Spanish rule in the year if 1821 when Spaniards left (Wikipedia). Spain had arrived in pre-Columbian country in about the 18th century and...

  39. The Revolutionary Decade: a Critical Comparative Review of French Society in Revolution 1789-1799, by Andress, and Living the French Revolution, 1789-99, by Mcphee

    Interpretations of the French Revolution, whether orthodox or revisionist, can easily narrow the scope of discussion to the political or philosophical 'movements' of the time. It is only since the end of the 1980's, when the collapse of the Soviet Bloc seemed to geo-politically kill Marxist interpretation...

  40. Cyber Revolution

    CYBER REVOLUTION: Information Technology has the potential to change societal structure and processes similar in scale to that of both the Agricultural Revolution and the Industrial Revolution. Today, we are experiencing a technological revolution. There’s nothing silent or stealthy about it – we...

  41. Causes of French Revolution

    In reference to our text, The French Revolution of 1789 can be linked to a number of factors. First, the growing resentment of royal absolutism and an out of control aristocracy. Second, The growing influence of enlightenment ideas. Third, severe food shortage in the years immediately prior to the...

  42. How Revolutionary Was The American Revolution?

    A revolution is a total or radical change. Did the 18th century American Revolution bring about change? Many historians would say that it did, however, there is much evidence supporting the opposing view. The question is, should the American Revolution be thought of as a true revolution or merely a civil...

  43. American Revolution

    What was the American Revolution? The American Revolution was a war between Great Britain and the thirteen British colonies in North America. Beginning in 1650, Great Britain started to control and limit the colonists in America by forcing them to obey to the Navigation Acts. Between 1650 and 1776, many...

  44. The French Revolution

    Throughout our history there are many changes that take place. The French Revolution is an example where many changes were taken place. The French Revolution took place in the late 1700s. There were several causes for the French Revolution including political, social, and economic causes. Politically,...

  45. Revolutions That Changed the Future

    Scientific Revolution Scientific revolution is a period where in various branches of science physics, astronomy, biology, human anatomy, chemistry, and other sciences led to a rejection of doctrines that had prevailed from Ancient Greece through the Middle Ages, and laid the foundation of modern science...

  46. American Revolution

    Systems Western Governors University By the time 1750 came around, American was experiencing what is known as the First Industrial Revolution (circa 1780-1850). It is hard now to fathom the idea of having to function economically without the use of factories, factory machines, and factory...

  47. Impact of the Agricultural Revolution

    Agricultural Revolution The Agricultural Revolution, it can be argued, is one of the most influential turning points in not only European, but world history. It changed the way that people lived and the way that the economy was structured. The main points of the Agricultural Revolution were the unbelievable...

  48. mexican revolution

    drafted republican constitutions for the areas under his military control.The departure of the French freed Spanish troops needed to crush the Morelos revolution. Scattered but dwindling guerrilla bands kept alive the populist, republican, nationalist tradition of Hidalgo and Morelos.Mexican independence came...

  49. French Revolution Essay

    Thomas Valerio Global 10H French Revolution Essay A revolution is defined as a drastic and far-reaching change in the ways of thinking and behaving. The French revolution of 1789 was a radical change which consisted of many aspects that altered the French government, economy, and citizens. The...

  50. The French Revolution 8

    The French Revolution was a consequence of the Enlightenment. During the 18th century philosphes provided fertile ground for the Revolutions slogan, Liberty, Equality and Fraternity, paving the way for the biggest social, political explosion in European History. France was broke as a result of its support...

  51. HIS 110 week 2 learning team Revolution and Community ppt

    HIS 110 week 2 learning team Revolution and Community ppt http://homeworktimes.com/downloads/his-110-week-2-learning-team-revolution-and-community-ppt/ click above Link to get this A Graded Assignment For More information visit our website : http://homeworktimes.com/ Let us know if we can assist...

  52. The Glorious Revolution of 1688-1689

    The Glorious Revolution of 1688-1689 replaced the reigning king, James II, with the joint monarchy of his protestant daughter Mary and her Dutch husband, William of Orange. It was the keystone of the Whig (those opposed to a Catholic succession) history of Britain. According to the Whig account, the...

  53. EDM Revolution

    (Electronic Dance Music) artists, is showing no sign of slowing. The current EDM Revolution is being touted as the new Rock n’ Roll and no doubt many traditionalists are waiting for the collapse. Not only is the revolution here to stay however, it’s only just getting started. Harris tops the latest Forbes...

  54. How Have Political Changes in the Soviet Union During the 20th Century Affected the Way That the History of the Russian Revolution Has Been Written?

    How have political changes in the Soviet Union during the 20th century affected the way that the history of the Russian Revolution has been written? The dictionary definition of history is, the branch of knowledge that records and analyses past events. This however is a very simplistic view of history...

  55. China: a Century of Revolution

    Sam Pepper POL 103 China: A Century of Revolution A century of revolution is a documentary film of the people who lived through all the terror, and the journey through the country’s (China) most chaotic period. It presents the secret nation with rare archival footage, insightful historical commentary...

  56. Shoemaker and the Revolution

    Article Review 4 By: Alfred F. Young After reading this insightful article, “The Shoemaker and the Revolution” I believe the purpose for this article was to describe the effect of the revolution had on the colonists. I say this because; the story told how a man changed from British ideals to American...

  57. Race and Revolution, Gary Nash, Madison House 1990

    Race and Revolution 1 Race and Revolution, Gary Nash, Madison House 1990 Nicholas S. Berryman Race and Revolution 2 Gary Nash is a professor of American history at the University of California in Los Angeles (UCLA). He is an accomplished author of more than a dozen books primarily concentrating...

  58. The French Revolution

    The French Revolution was, in many ways, a world- historical event because its impact was felt far beyond Europe. Though the French Revolution was only from 1789-1791, the French revolutionaries inspired independence movements in places like Haiti Amanda Foley X01895467 Tuesdays;...

  59. Modern China History - the Proletarian Cultural Revolution

    Modern China History – The Proletarian Cultural Revolution History has judged the Cultural Revolution to be both successful and unsuccessful. One argument from Hsu, E[1] is that “Industrial and agricultural productions suffered severe setbacks and the disruption in education caused the loss of a generation...

  60. "The Shoemaker and the Revolution" by Alfred Young

    “The Shoemaker and the Revolution” by Alfred Young Much has been written over the years about the heroes of the American Revolution, men like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. However, little is known or discussed about the ordinary men and women who caused leaders like Washington and Jefferson...