hello. I am writing a "then and now" paper. and i would appreciate it if you guys could give any words of wisdom about history. How do you think today would be thought of in the future? What if our interpretation of history did not change? just give me any pointers about this history thing.
VERY much appreciated!!!!
2007-03-01 10:26:26 · 4 answers · asked by Tay 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
I think that whether or not our interpretation of history changes depends on the individual. Speaking from my own experience, I know my views have changed. As an example, the way I was taught American History in elementary school is different from how I interpreted it in college.
In elementary school it was white people came to America in search of religious freedom, we made friends with the native americans fought a few wars and expanded our borders because our population was growing. It didn't change much through High School.
It wasn't unitl college that I realized that this this country was founded bigotry and murder (but maybe i'm just bitter). As an example read the book Trail of Tears.
As for how today will be viewed in the future that's an interesting question. At the risk of oversimplifying I think people in the future will look back at us and think not much has changed. I hope this helps you.
2007-03-01 10:40:11 · answer #1 · answered by evil_paul 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The interpretation of history changes daily since most of the lies and cover ups are surfacing almost daily. For instance, the emancipation proclamation was nothing special. All Lincoln did was proclaim slavery to be abolished. If he really wanted it to happen he could have just ordered it and made it a law. Reason, during war, presidents have absolute power, especially back then. He basically insulted the intelligence of the average southern by making a proclamation.
How about Martin Luther King Jr. Yes he rose to prominence during the civil rights movement, but every time he marched in public, he always surrounded himself with women and children to reduce the risk of being shot or hurt. As a result others were physically hurt.
How about the truth about the presidential election. George Bush proved that a citizens vote does not count. This fictitious electoral college can choose who they want to run the country. It all comes down to influence and money.
July 3rd is the real Independence day.
2007-03-01 18:44:50 · answer #2 · answered by BionicNahlege 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it changes. Examples: former Presidents Nixon or Kennedy, the internment of Japanese Americans during WWII.
Historical interpretation isn't something that happens once. It evolves as our perspective changes. Ideas and ideals change with time. Answer this question: how did you view your parents when you where a child and how do you view them now? I am sure your ideas of them have changed. Thus, our interpretation of history changes.
2007-03-01 18:33:50 · answer #3 · answered by Baked n Blended 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if society has a paradigm shift than so will its interpretations. but everything influences opinion and choice like society, culture and current events
2007-03-01 22:47:50 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋