Advanced American Studies

Today begins the Vietnam War Era Unit. You will find that this era will be one of the most tumultuous in American history and remains fresh in the American psyche.

We began by reading A Different Kind of War-- a brief overview of the Vietnam War and why it the experience at home and abroad was unique. Through today's discussion, you should begin to answer the questions:

1. How does the US get involved in Vietnam?

2. How is the Vietnam War different from all other wars?

3. What were some of the root causes of tension and dissent in American society during this era?

4. Why was the mot powerful military and economy in the world unable to defeat a force of peasant farmers?

5. What is the legacy of Vietnam?

We will continue to examine these questions / learning targets throughout the unit.

Assignment for Oct. 13: Read Ch. 20.1 (p. 644-648) Origins of the Vietnam War. Answer questions 4, 5, & 6.


American Studies

Today we are beginning our study of The Great War, or World War I. In class, we discussed and took some notes on some of the basic content regarding the war (when fought/who it involved, etc.). We also analyzed why this war nearly a century ago continues to affect modern events today.

Assignment for Oct. 13: Complete WWI Map (handout)