2023 Theme Teacher Introduction: Frontiers in History
Join Dr. Kathleen DuVal, Bowman & Gordon Gray Professor of History at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, for a quick exploration into the theme of Frontiers in History: People, Places, Ideas. (Vimeo)
What is an Annotated Bibliography?
Learn about annotated bibliographies, how to cite sources, and annotation requirements for your NHD project.
What is a Process Paper?
Learn the key elements of an NHD process paper, a required element for any NHD project entry.
The Atomic Bomb: Luis Alvarez’s Letter to his Son from Aboard the Artiste
In this video, Dr. Christopher Hamner explores how the atomic bomb ended World War II, ushering in a new era in world history.
Women in the Workforce: Examining Depictions of Women’s Roles During World War II
In this video, Dr. Christopher Hamner explores how World War II changed gender boundaries in the United States.
Legacies of World War I: The Why of World War I
In this video, Dr. Michael Neiberg explains new scholarship re-examining the causes of World War I.
Legacies of World War I: The Veteran Experience
In this video, Dr. Jennifer Keene discusses the experiences of veterans who returned after World War I.
Legacies of World War I: The Soldier’s Experience
In this video, Dr. Jennifer Keene explores the experiences of soldiers who served in World War I.
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