(I don’t think this qualifies as homework help, since I’ll be doing all my own research. I’m just looking for some ideas for a topic.)
That said, I’m currently in an early CA history course and the time has come to decide on a term paper topic. Seeing as it’s the third week of class, I don’t know much about early CA yet; not knowing much about the subject matter and having to choose a term paper topic is proving to be slightly problematic.
I’ve narrowed it down to the missions, simply because I want to go visit them again (I haven’t been since the 4th grade…ahh, that was a great field trip! :D). I’ve done some research and I think I may do something about one of the various Indian rebellions, but I’m not quite sure.
Anyway, long story short: I’m posting this as a plea for help. I’m sure there are Dopers who are well versed in the CA missions (much more then I, at least) and I would greatly appreciate it if you can point me in the right direction. What are some of the more interesting areas of study when it comes to the CA missions?