the war offered the possibility of reforming American society along scientific lines
the war offered the possibility of reforming American society along scientific lines
According to historian Eric Foner, WWI struck “most progressives as a golden opportunity.” “To them,” Foner argues, “the war offered the possibility of reforming American society along scientific lines, instilling a sense of national unity and self-sacrifice, and expanding social justice.” (CP 43) Did the war succeed in “reforming American society” along the lines outlined by Foner? In your answer, you should draw on events during the war and the immediate post-war period.
The Rules of the Game for the Essays
1. 3-4 pages
2. Double spaced, 12-point font
3. Use these readings that attached below to support the essay.
4. Do not use outside course.