The purpose of the Final Paper is to provide an opportunity to analyze a major social, economic, military, and
technological issue since the Civil War, trace its significance over time, and examine the ways in which it contributed to an
“ending of isolation” in the United States.
A central theme of this course is the “end of isolation” which our textbook describes in relationship to technology,
politics, military, culture, and society. At times, the ending of isolation has resulted of periods of tension and struggle.
In this paper, you will select ONE of the following topics from the list below, and through the use of primary and secondary
research, you will describe the historical context of each question and trace the significance of this issue over time from
1865 to the present. Assess the challenges involved in the ending of this isolation, as well as the key people involved in
the struggles. Five academic resources must be referenced within the research paper, including two from the Ashford Online
library, and one primary source, which should represent a significant aspect of your research through meaningful contribution
to your analysis of the selected topic. .
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford
Writing Center.
Must include a title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
Must use at least five scholarly resources, including a minimum of two from the Ashford Online Library and at least
one a primary source.
Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
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