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Grace Hopper: Computer Communicator (National History Day)
February 26, 2023
Tyler Kaus of Chadron Senior History School was honored in the History of Physical Sciences and Technology with his documentary entry titled, Grace Hopper: Computer Communicator. In an interview with local news in Chadron, NE, Tyler had this to say: “I was introduced to National History Day in 6th grade. It was an opportunity for … CONTINUE READING ❯
“Unwelcomed Soldiers Invading a Fraternity”: Breaking Gender Barriers in the United States Military
August 19, 2020
National History Day Video Process Before researching this topic, I brainstormed about topics which matched the theme. After a family friend suggested naval pilot Captain Rosemary Mariner, I did some preliminary reading. With an interest in military history and an unfamiliarity of this topic, I became interested in her life and legacy. After much consideration, … CONTINUE READING ❯
From Hopeless to Heroic: The Polar Voyage of the USS Jeannette
November 18, 2016
Their only hope was a place with a reputation for hopelessness —Historian, Hampton Sides (Kingdom 231) As is true of all historical events, the end of the USS Jeannette is already known—the ship sank on June 13, 1881 without reaching its target of the North Pole. While the Jeannette made headlines in the late 1800s, … CONTINUE READING ❯
Có Chí Thì Nên: Vietnamese Immigrants Explore a New Home in Minnesota After the Fall of Saigon
November 18, 2016
Contents: Appendix A Appendix B Appendix C Bibliography Noah Hải Lâm Rice National History Day Có chí thì nên is a Vietnamese saying that means, “Where there is will, there is a way.” This describes the determination Vietnamese immigrants displayed in their exploration of new homelands after the Fall of Saigon. On April 30, 1975, … CONTINUE READING ❯
The Secret Voyage of Sir Francis Drake: Opening New Routes of Exploration and Exchange
November 18, 2016
Theo Sage-Martinson National History Day This summer I spent one week in London where I saw a recreation of Sir Francis Drake’s ship. When the school year began I thought of Drake immediately. I have always been interested in tall ships and privateers but never knew much about them. This topic was a great opportunity … CONTINUE READING ❯
USS Kirk: Leadership Amidst Chaos, A Legacy of Survival
July 21, 2015
Abigail Wiest Sacred Heart Catholic School Hattiesburg, MS I chose my topic of the U.S.S. Kirk because I had a deep interest in the fall of Saigon. I had heard about this topic in class, and it instantly grabbed my attention. So, I proceeded to research the Kirk and its crew, and I realized that their … CONTINUE READING ❯
View from the Quarterdeck: July 2014
July 1, 2014
Have you ever wondered why it is that some individuals seem to be almost innately curious about the study of history? I vividly recall my mentor at the University of Washington, Professor Wilton B. Fowler, saying at the beginning of his course on U.S. Diplomatic History, “History is both my vocation and my avocation!” For … CONTINUE READING ❯
National History Day 2014 Documentary: “Vietnam POWs Taking Responsibility when Deprived of All Rights”
July 1, 2014
A National History Day documentary by Jethro Abatayo and Logan Gibert Pleasant Valley Middle School, Vancouver, WA Editor’s Note: Established in 1974, National History Day (NHD) is an award winning, non-profit education organization offering year-long academic programs that engage over 600,000 middle and high school students around the world annually in conducting original research on … CONTINUE READING ❯