In this course, you will develop two 2–3-page analysis papers that focus
on primary sources. You can start planning for your analysis papers now
by engaging in your course readings, which are listed in the Course
Reading assignment list, exploring the time periods and events, and
using the course resources to engage in independent research. Post any
questions you have on the analysis papers to the General Questions
discussion forum.
Your first analysis paper will address
the conditions of World War I. The conditions of World War I are often
described as “inhumane.” How did national/ethnic identities and
animosities (as evidenced in propaganda campaigns) combine with
technological development in the early stages of the war to create such a
bitter, inhumane experience? Conduct research and select at least one
primary source that either supports or refutes the topic. Remember, you
should be using at least two other resources (primary or secondary) to
support your analysis. This means your completed paper will have a total
of three resources, at least one of them a primary resource.