WWI: Home Front

Do some research beyond the text book.  What are some specific examples of US activities on the Home Front, specifically connected to the war?  Consider sharing movie titles and plots, Red Cross efforts, the draft process, arrests for disloyalty, propaganda etc.  In today's "War on Terror" have Americans had to change behaviors?  Is there more ordinary Americans should be doing in the USA to help win the War on Terror?

WWI: Heroes....you decide!

Use this blog to find the names and contributions of The Great War heroes.   As a starting point you may want to consider researching the following (or find your own "hero").  Share what you find, and feel free to raise questions!  Do we STILL have war heroes in modern times?

• The Lafayette Escadrille is the name of the squadron portrayed in Flyboys.  You can find photos online that include the lion, Whiskey!
• Who was The Red Baron?  How is he viewed by Americans?
• Who was Eddie Rickenbacher?  What is he known for?
• Who is John J. Pershing?  What role did he play in WWI?

WWI: Innovative Weapons of War

Use this blog to share your reseach regarding innovative weapons designed and used during The Great War (World War I).  Were innovations helpful or harmful during the war?  What are examples of modern day weapon/warfare innovations?

1870-1920 USA: Charlie Chaplin & Other big screen stars

Consider the Hollywood stars of the Gilded Age and types of movies made.  Who were these people and what made them so popular?  How do the "stars" compare/contrast with contemporary big screen stars?  How do films of the 1870-1920 Era compare/contrast with today's films?

1870-1920 USA: Progressives

The Progressive movement in the US achieved many goals.  Provide some examples of successful reforms from the era we have been studying.  In what ways is US society progressive today?  What aspects of our society today most need "fixing"?

1870-1920 USA: US becomes a world power.

Why did the US emerge as a world power during this time period?  What are some examples of our "conquests" during the Gilded Age?  Do we still behave in an imperialistic manner today?  Cite some examples.  What are your thoughts re: US foreign policy then or today?

1870-1920 USA: Triangle Building Fire of 1911

http://law2.umkc.edu/faculty/projects/ftrials/triangle/trianglefire.html 

http://www.ilr.cornell.edu/trianglefire/primary/

Check out these primary source links to learn more about the New York Triangle Building Fire of 1911.  Use this blog to share what you learn and/or react to this tragedy.  Do we still have these type of work place disasters in the USA?  Why/why not?  Examples?