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We have too long explored topics such as war, religion, and politics, and while these are excellent opportunities to look at the Native American experience, there are other issues that can be explored. We know what happened to the Cherokee during the Trail of Tears, to the Iroquois as a result of the American Revolution--but do we know what life was like in the villages and towns. Do we know what crops were cultivated and how agriculture spread throughout North America? What of the innovations that allowed for certain difficult crops to be grown in seemingly inhospitable environments? Starting next week we will look at these and other exciting topics.
Posted by Jeffrey R Gudzune
Even though I have once again encountered computer problems, the research into the life and career of Jim Thorpe continues apace. This weekend we will wrap up our look at this sports icon with a detailed exploration of his career after he retired from professional sports. Thorpe found it difficult to find suitable employment once he left professional football and this soon had an impact on his personal life. We will see just how much his departure from sports effected his life and how he managed to overcome.
Posted by Jeffrey R Gudzune
While the Olympic games continue I thought it best to take a more detailed look at one of the most acomplished athletes in American sports history. Jim Thorpe has been described as the "geatest athlete in the world" by heads of state and the average man on the street. When I first conceived this project I was concerned that I would not be able to capture the true essence of the subject. I know little of sports, save my minimal exposure as a virtual takling dummy while an exchange student at Oxford, but I wanted to explore a topic that was approapriate for the times. This week, we will finish with our look at Jim Thorpe and return to single subject biographies and essays for the remainder of the summer. After that, I will bring your more topics that will hopefully captivate you.
Posted by Jeffrey R Gudzune
In honor of thr Olympic games I bring you this look at the career of one of the greatest athletes in American sports history. We will see that the story of Jim Thorpe is the story of the American dream, a dramatic story in which the protagonist struggles against all odds to achieve success.
Posted by Jeffrey R Gudzune
Due to the fact that my computer is suffering from a slight case of the vapours, I was unable to complete the final draft of this week's artcile. I really should do copies. In any case, I will be able to upload my article tomorrow night. I apologize for the delay.
