The Encomienda: A Comparison of Spanish and Indian Interactions in Peru, Guatemala, and Central Mexico
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A 10 page discussion of the enconmienda, that system set up by the Spanish to administer the Indian populations of Central and South America. Emphasizes that the cultures which comprised the Americas were not only extremely diverse, they were not always accustomed to being subjugated in the manner the Spanish expected. What arose was an administrative system which differed substantially according to the geographic and cultural area in which it was based. The study of the enconmienda therefore is not a study of either Spanish or Indian society but instead is a study of the geographical, economic and demographic factors which interacted both with the Spaniards and the Indians. Bibliography lists sources.
Filename: PPencomi.wps

The Fall of Communism: Like Dominos on the Carpet
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This five-page paper presents a detailed description of the fall of Communism. Beginning at the Polish Solidarity Movement and trailing each nations dismantling of Communism in eastern Europe the paper concludes with the former Soviet Union's restructuring. Bibliography lists four sources.
Filename: CWfalcom.wps

The Family in Hispanic Culture
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A 10 page paper discussing the concept of family in Hispanic culture, which is one that no member of that culture can take lightly. It is the central unit of society, and it is the first source of aid and support that many others look to government to provide. The Hispanic family has an authoritative leader, but it operates according to democratic process. The paper discusses gender roles, acculturation, decision making, conflict resolution and other family-specific matters. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSsocHispCultr.rtf

The Impact of Nationalism: From Napoleon to the Nationalistic Move Latin America
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A 7 page overview of nationalism around the world. This paper notes that nationalism, the strong belief in country and culture, is a characteristic of most contemporary countries. Nationalism has played a particularly strong role in the history of the world during the last three centuries, from the American and French Revolutions right up to the nationalistic movements of the 1960s through the 1980s. Emphasizing the history of Brazil, Germany, and Mexico, this paper asserts that there is a similarity in the factors which inspired the rise of nationalism. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPntnlSp.rtf

The Influence of NAFTA in the Zapista Movement
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15 pages in length. The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) started on January 1, 1994. On this day the people of Chiapas Mexico had planned to celebrate its beginning. When they awoke that morning, however, "two thousand indigenous guerrillas had taken over four major county seats, including the colonial capital of San Cristobal de las Casas. Why did this happen and what did NAFTA have to do with it? This paper is an in-depth look at those questions. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: JGAzapat.wps

The Maya, The Inca And The Aztec
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The ancient civilizations of Meso America are of utmost interest to modern students of archeology, history and, or, the behavioral sciences. This 6 page essay explores the similarities and differences between these cultures in art, religion, agriculture and organization.
Filename: KTmexind.wps

The Mexican Economy
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5 pages. An analysis of the Mexican economy. The book Mexican Lives gives the reader some insight to the economic crisis and restructuring of the 1980's. This period did not affect all the economic classes of people in the same way. The richest have had the hardest time and have paid the highest cost. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: JGAmxlve.rtf

The Mexican Peso Crisis of 1995
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This 22 page paper looks at the 1995 crisis in Mexico and tries to determine the causes of the crisis. The currency overvaluation, a very fragile bank system, and the low foreign reserves are considers as causes along with the international trade situation and the entrance of the country into NAFTA. The paper has 6 graphs and cites 14 sources.
Filename: TEmexicc.wps

The Mexican Revolution
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This 5 page paper explores the role of land reform in the Mexican Revolution of 1910 to 1920. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KTmexrvt.wps

The Mexican Revolution
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(6 pp) Mexican people were fighting for an individual determination of their lives within their own country. They were bucking not only the historic Spanish tradition of the patron, but the dominance of the Church, and America's need to keep her fingers in all capitalistic pies - particularly when the government began nationalizing resources and services. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BBmexrev.doc

The Mexican Revolution of 1911-1914
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An 11 page overview of this critical time in history and the factors leading up to it. The thesis is presented that "this revolution was distinguishable in that it resulted in great social and cultural changes and Mexico once again had the promise of hope" is debated. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPmexRev.rtf

The Mexican-American War
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A 3 page paper which offers an overview of the Mexican-American War. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: RAxus.rtf

The Portrayals of Christopher Columbus and Hernan Cortes by their Contemporaries
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This 8 page paper considers the he portrayal given of conquerors Hernan Cortes and Christopher Columbus in both Bernal Diaz’s “The Conquest of New Spain” and A Brief Account of the Devastation of the Indies by Bartolome de las Casas. The writer considers what both accounts to indicate what the impression of the men is given, directly or indirectly and the similarities and differences between these two men and their attitudes. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TEcortcm.rtf

The Pre-Columbian Civilizations of the Maya and the Inca
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This is a 5 page paper about the Maya and Inca civilizations and some of their similarities and differences. The Maya and Inca were both prominent civilizations which existed in the pre-Columbian period in Meso and South America. Both civilizations had elaborately designed cities and agricultural systems. The Inca in addition had also built a large road system and terracing system to maintain their population while the Maya are also known for their well developed writing system. Both civilizations also developed highly accurate calendars to aid in their yearly rituals and lives. The Inca worshiped the Sun god over all and their kings were said to be descended from this god while the Maya religion was based more on universal acceptances and had many gods. Politically, the Inca had a much more diverse political system which was dependent upon trade and the acceptance of many independently run cities which all served under the “Inca”. The Maya although based over a large area were a much more synchronized group and trade was based on agriculture and operated largely within the large urban centers. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TJMayaI1.rtf

The Role of Mesoamerican History in the Study of Mexican History
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A 5 page paper which examines how Mesoamerican history is an important element in understanding Mexican history. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAmesomx.rtf

The Role of Porfirio Diaz in Mexican Identity
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This 5 page paper examines identity issues of Mexicans and the role played by this nineteenth century leader. The industrial revolution is discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA511PD.rtf

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