Discuss the role of historians in the “Professors and Tycoons” article by Hurtado. Examine how being a historian transcends the academic institutions. Does

Discuss the role of historians in the “Professors and Tycoons” article by Hurtado. Examine how being a historian transcends the academic institutions. Does it make sense that historians participate in the creation of repositories?

Discuss the Teaching American History (TAH) Act implemented through the U.S. Department of Education. Examine how this act impacts historians.

Summarize the War of 1812. How were we caught in the middle of the conflict between France and England by ship attacks and impressments? Discuss the

Summarize the War of 1812. How were we caught in the middle of the conflict between France and England by ship attacks and impressments? Discuss the unsuccessful Embargo War and the War Hawks. Describe the important battles at D.C./Baltimore and New Orleans. How did timing and the slow spread of news impact the Battle of […]

To what extent was the Age of Jackson (1820s-40s) the age of the “common man”? Use several examples from the time–such as Jackson himself, the

To what extent was the Age of Jackson (1820s-40s) the age of the “common man”? Use several examples from the time–such as Jackson himself, the democratization of politics, industrialization, the Bank War, Nullification Crisis, and Indian Removal. How does the Trail of Tears illustrate the dangers of democracy without responsibility? In other words, how was […]

Discuss the causes, course, and consequences of the Civil War. In doing so, explain how the war was about both slavery and unionism. How can it be argued

Discuss the causes, course, and consequences of the Civil War. In doing so, explain how the war was about both slavery and unionism. How can it be argued that secession was because of both slavery and states’ rights? Summarize military strategy and major battles. Finally, be sure you include the abolition of slavery and preservation […]

How could both the North and the South fear that the other was gaining too much power prior to the Civil War? Why did Northern states feel threatened by

How could both the North and the South fear that the other was gaining too much power prior to the Civil War? Why did Northern states feel threatened by the “Slave Power,” or political power slave states held in Congress? Consider issues/events such as the Gag Rule, rapid expansion, popular sovereignty, the tougher fugitive slave […]

Imagine you are a working historian in your chosen field. Create a professional growth chart with the information necessary to further your career goals.

Imagine you are a working historian in your chosen field. Create a professional growth chart with the information necessary to further your career goals. In your chart, you should include the following: An initial career goal summary of approximately 250 words. A list of professional organizations to join, including a short summary of each organization […]

TOPIC: War and post traumatic stress disorderSubmit your topic selection for instructor approval, including a brief 150-250 word explanation of why you

TOPIC: War and post traumatic stress disorderSubmit your topic selection for instructor approval, including a brief 150-250 word explanation of why you would like to write on that topic. Turabian style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

Reflect on how researching your selected topic might influence or inform your performance in the classroom? In what ways can research enhance

Reflect on how researching your selected topic might influence or inform your performance in the classroom? In what ways can research enhance pedagogy?

As you begin researching your topic, identify some of the ethical concerns that scholars have discussed relating to the subject matter you have chosen? How

As you begin researching your topic, identify some of the ethical concerns that scholars have discussed relating to the subject matter you have chosen? How might these concerns effect your methodology and how you plan on approaching the topic more generally?Subject Matter – The effects of the Global War on Terror on veterans

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