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Talking Tombstones: History in the Cemetery.

Authors :
Hamscher, Albert N.
Source :
OAH Magazine of History. Jan 2003 17(2):40-45.
Publication Year :
2003

Abstract

Describes research that students can undertake while studying history in a cemetery. Explains that, for example, students can study the changes in the cemetery, select a tombstone and write a biography of the person identified on the headstone, and learn about the memorial park and what it says about society. Includes a bibliography. (CMK)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0882-228X
Volume :
17
Issue :
2
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
OAH Magazine of History
Publication Type :
Electronic Resource
Accession number :
EJ672197
Document Type :
Guides - Classroom - Teacher<br />Journal Articles