Wednesday, August 29, 2007

Isn't crazy how all those on Epps plantation were supposed pick around 200 pounds of cotton a day.

Sunday, August 19, 2007

Welcome

Welcome to the blog site for History 412 Section 38279 at the University of Kansas for Fall 2007. We meet regularly on Thursdays at 1pm in Wescoe 4001. Lon Strauss is your discussion leader.

This blog is a more casual environment to foster discussion and your understanding of the course readings and lectures. Your participation here will count toward your overall discussion grade. Please be respectful to each other, but don't be afraid to disagree or play devil's advocate. Have fun with the subject matter.

Please use your real name when you sign up for the blog. This way everyone knows who you are and you can receive full credit for your posts.