After the United States formally began sending troops to Vietnam in 1965, many Americans became increasingly frustrated with the war. The United States did not see the early successes they thought they would, and as a result, decided to institute a draft in 1969 to increase the number of soldiers available to fight in Vietnam. Many Americans opposed the war and the draft, but they had different ways of resisting the U.S. war effort in Vietnam.
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After the United States formally began sending troops to Vietnam in 1965, many Americans became increasingly frustrated with the war. The United States did not see the early successes they thought they would, and as a result, decided to institute a draft in 1969 to increase the number of soldiers available to fight in Vietnam….
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The Vietnam War was a conflict that took place from 1955 to 1975 in Vietnam, a country in Southeast Asia. It was mainly between North Vietnam, which was communist, and South Vietnam, which was supported by the United States and other countries that wanted to stop the spread of communism. The U.S. got involved because…
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Photographers play a powerful role in capturing images of people and places in positions of vulnerability. Photographers can document significant moments and share the stories of individuals and communities experiencing hardship, such as during natural disasters, conflicts, or social crises. With this power, photographers must balance exposing truth with the responsibility for its impact.
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Photography serves as a powerful window into the experiences surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, offering visual narratives that capture the uncertainty, resilience, and transformation of daily life during this global crisis. Through the lens of these photographs, we gain intimate glimpses into the quiet streets, overwhelmed hospitals, masked faces, and moments of connection amidst isolation.
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Photography serves as a powerful window into the experiences surrounding the 9/11 terrorist attacks in New York, offering visual narratives that capture the tragedy, resilience, and aftermath of that pivotal moment. Through the lens of these photographs, we gain intimate glimpses into the chaos, loss, and bravery witnessed on that day, from the crumbling towers…
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Photography serves as a crucial form of historical evidence, offering visual records that provide insights into the past. Through the lens of historical photographs, we gain direct access to moments in time, witnessing pivotal events, societal changes, and the everyday lives of people. These images act as primary sources that capture the details of historical…
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This inquiry leads students through an investigation of how traditional economies answer the three basicquestions of an economic system: what should be produced, how it should be produced, and who has accessto the goods and services of a society. To explore the concept of economic systems, this inquiry is builtaround a case study of historical…
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This inquiry leads students through an investigation of the nature of indigenous society. The inquiry focuses on indigenous society in Utah and opens with a question about Prehistoric Utah. From there, students examine indigenous artifacts to learn more about society. Lastly, consider how societies impact and utilize their environment. To understand indigenous society in Utah,…
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This inquiry provides students with an opportunity to learn about the New Deal in an interesting and provocative manner, through the lens of environmentalism. The inquiry establishes this context by opening with a supporting question about the environmental or conservation movement and actions in the first half of the 20th century. With this grounding, students…
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This inquiry leads students through an investigation of the history and impact of Jim Crow laws. The inquiry opens with a supporting question that encourages students to explore the opportunities and challenges that the Reconstruction posed for African Americans. This work provides a base of knowledge for students to investigate specific opportunities for African Americans…