Memory, History, and Memorials

Throughout history, communities have built up memorials and monuments to remember and honor certain events. These memorials impact the surrounding community and how the public remembers that event in history.

For this term's blog, you will explore 1 monument and write a reflection answering questions about your monument and its impact on the community.

1. Go to: http://www2.facinghistory.org/campus/memorials.nsf/Home?OpenFrameSet
2. Within the 8 sections, there are several case studies - chose ONE case study/memorial
    ****EVERYONE MUST HAVE A DIFFERENCE MONUMENT****
3. Read the article and explore the other resources the module provides regarding your memorial
4. In your response be sure to include the following:

• background info
• the dilemma, if any, that surrounded the building of the memorial
• its interpretation
• its community impact
• how people view the event the memorial is honoring after looking at the monument

5. You must make a connection to ONE OTHER STUDENT response. Reflect on what is difference/similar between the impact of the two monuments.