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 American History
Essay Contest
Topic: “What Message did
the Gettysburg Address communicate to our war-torn nation in 1863? How
are the ideals articulated in the speech still relevant for our country
today?”
Who: Open to Grades 5 - 8
Length: 300 - 1,000 Words
(Depending on Grade)
Deadline: December 12, 2008
American
History Essay Contest information
 Christopher
Columbus Essay Contest
Topic: “Discuss five perils
faced by Christopher Columbus expedition(s) and how Columbus and his crew
overcame them."
These may be natural perils
or perils brought on by the task of leading an expedition of several
ships and crewmembers through uncharted waters. Which of these same
perils continue to threaten ships. and how have advances in technology
changed the way sailors cope with these challenges today?
Who: Open to Grades 9 - 12
Length: No more than 750
Words
Deadline: December 12, 2008
Christopher Columbus Essay Contest
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