Write a 2000 word essay on a specific topic within the research area offering a detailed analysis of a specific topic or issue. It must be double spaced, contain a clear thesis statement, and the bibliography and endnotes/footnotes must be formatted and used as outlined in
Rampolia, Pocket Guide to writing in History. The Chicago Style bibliography,endnotes/footnotes, as well as the title page are not considered in the word count. A minimum of six books—three primary sources and three secondary sources are required.