I completely agree that choosing a topic for research papers can be a challenging task. It is important to consider many factors to choose a topic that is interesting, relevant and achievable to you. I myself have written several research papers on African American history. I was interested in studying this topic and wanted to share my knowledge with others. In the end, I chose the topic "The Role of African Americans in the Civil War." It was a current topic that interested me, and there was enough information on it to write a good paper. I also recommend reading the article on the Writers Per Hour website. This article provides detailed descriptions of various topics that you can explore. I recommend that all students choosing topics for research papers on African American history consider your interest in the topic and its relevance.