Fort GreeneVille DAR...
American History Essay Contest Deadline  
October 23, 2011 

Fort GreeneVille Chapter DAR would like to remind all Darke County students in grades 5 thru 12 of the DAR American History Essay Contest. The contest deadline is November 1. 

Students are encouraged to enter the contest. 

Grades 5 thru 8 - Topic: Pretend you were alive during the War of 1812 and had a friend who has become famous in history because of standing up for America during that exciting but dangerous time. Describe the person and how he or she stood up for America. Explain why it is important to honor such heroes when we celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the War of 1812. 

Grades 9 thru 12 - Topic: Describe Christopher Columbus as he was understood in three different time periods. What did 15th century people think about his accomplishment? How did 19th century historians view him? How did Columbus, who had primitive ships and no computers or modern navigation equipment, affect our lives today? 

See attached essay guidelines. 

Young America Takes a Stand The War of 1812 - Grades 5-8 - Click here. 

Christopher Columbus - Grades 9-12 - Click here.