I have been learning about American history since I was in 6th grade and for the most part I feel like I have been just going through the motions; taking tests, doing homework and memorizing time lines. This class though, has really opened my eyes to all of the efforts and work that have really gone into making America the America that it is today. Seeing just how things have changed and have been expanded upon is amazing to me. From the colonies that existed in America before Columbus came over and took ownership of this country, to seeing how printed press has grown just because of the Printing press, is just a really interesting concept. I feel like this class is going to give me a huge appreciation for the technology and resources we have today. I honestly don’t know how people survived back in the day.
I feel like this course is also really giving me a better perspective and helping me personally define what I believe a true American to be. Everyday I have left class adding things to, and taking things away from my self proclaimed list of what defines a true American. Before this class I had never really pondered this and through the readings and class discussions I feel like I am developing true knowledge about America and its history.
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