Posted: February 23rd, 2016

What were some changes in the world during the period known as the long 19th century? Why were they so crucial in affecting the twentieth century and today?

1)What were some changes in the world during the period known as the long 19th century? Why were they so crucial in affecting the twentieth century and today?
2) As we close the class, what are four main questions or assumptions that must be tackled or answered within the next four to five years? How can history help us negotiate these challenges?
3) Is history bunk? As some has said, is it merely a bag of bones? Can people essentially learn lessons from history? Why or why not?