Here's a great explanation of why everyone should study history, from the people who write history (at the American Historical Association):
Here's a great article about why career-oriented students (who aren't necessarily inclined towards studying history) should study history:
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Why study history?
I started studying history to learn about my family's history. That's my great-great-uncle (with the impressive moustache) standing to the right of President Theodore Roosevelt (with the impressive hat). I realized how interesting history is and branched out to Middle Eastern, Eastern European, Russian, and United States history. I teach World and AP United States History.
Read the two articles below for some other excellent reasons to study history! |