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HIST 2 Fall 2010 Writing Assignments


10 points Writing #1: Big Question: What historic lessons can we learn from the Vietnam war? Based on what we know now, what should we be aware of in the future when threats to our country exist outside of our borders?

Be sure to include in your answer: What caused the wars in Afghanistan (2001) and Iraq (2003)? How are these similar/different than the conflict in Vietnam? Compare and contrast the three wars in your write-up.

Include 4-5 examples from any portion of what you have learned about the war. ||