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American History in Video: Pre-Assignment Instructions
This assignment is to prepare you for next week’s American History in Video
Assignment. First, review the instructions for the American History in Video
Assignment. Next, click on the link provided to access the approved playlist to choose 1
video that you will view and summarize next week.
http://ahiv.alexanderstreet.com.ezproxy.liberty.edu:2048/Playlists/408827
Your video must come from the approved playlist.
Once you have chosen your video, submit the title and production information as it
should be listed in your submission for next week in a Word document via the
submission link provided in the course. Here is a sample format:
“Title,” in [series] (network or producer), time
Example:
“Alexander Hamilton,” in American Experience (Public Broadcasting Service (PBS)),
131:36
American History in Video Instructions
http://ahiv.alexanderstreet.com.ezproxy.liberty.edu:2048/Playlists/408827
This assignment is broken up into 2 parts. First, view the video chosen from the
American History in Video Pre Assignment, and write a 1–2-page summary of its
content. You will not be asked to analyze the information, only provide a synopsis of the
material. Citations or footnotes will not be required for this assignment.

2. For the second part of the assignment, you will identify 5 scholarly books using the
library search engine and/or WorldCat, and 5 scholarly articles using JSTOR, Academic
Search Complete, or Academic OneFile that directly relate to the specific topic covered
in the video. You must use current Turabian format to create a bibliography. You do not
need to read your sources entirely, but you must read enough make sure they are
directly related to the video summarized.
1. You must use the template for the assignment provided in Blackboard.
2. The 1–2-page summary must be typed and double-spaced, 12 pt Times New
Roman font and have 1-inch margins.
3. You will also submit a bibliography of 5 books and 5 articles that directly relate to
the chosen video. For example: If you watch a video on the Battle of Gettysburg,
you should choose sources for your bibliography that deal with the Battle of
Gettysburg, not the Civil War. Although they are broadly related, the connection
must be more focused. This bibliography must conform to current Turabian
format and follow the template provided in Blackboard.
4. Read and apply the rules found in the Writing Tips document to insure the best
score. Under most circumstances, the best papers will be those that are revised
several times. In your revisions, check for grammatical errors, organizational
issues, and clarity of communication.
American Art Project Pre-Assignment Instructions
In preparation for the American Art Project, click on the link
provided: http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/GPO-CDOC-103sdoc27/pdf/GPO-CDOC-
103sdoc27-10-9.pdf toaccess the short reading about the creation of the work “The
Apotheosis of Washington”. Review it looking for a discussion regarding the historical
context of the piece. Then, in your own words (50–75 words), define the term “historical
context.” Understanding this term will help you successfully complete the American Art
Project Assignment. You will be scored for this assignment based on your definition of
the term and your ability to communicate it clearly.

3. It is important to remember, represent, and honor a collective past, but it is equally
important to understand a deeper significance to visual records. In this assignment, you
will examine works of art available through the website of the Architect of the Capitol.
The purpose of this assignment is to emphasize how art can be used to portray historical
events and convey a message when viewed in the context of the age in which it was
created.
This assignment consists of 2 parts. In Part 1, you will view the historical paintings that
surround the interior space of the Capitol Rotunda and read a short description and
history of the artwork. In Part 2, you will view sculptures of some famous Americans
who have been enshrined by their state in Statuary Hall. Read through all of the
instructions for both parts before you begin. You will submit both completed parts to
Blackboard in a single Microsoft Word or PowerPoint (if you do a PowerPoint, it
must be submitted as a pdf) document.
Preparation: (as referenced in the pre-assignment)
Before beginning this part of the assignment, it is necessary to define what is meant by
message and context of a work of art. The message of art is more than just the subject
matter of the painting or sculpture. Some works of art may portray one image, but when
examined closely, it conveys a deeper meaning reflective of the period in which it was
created. Click on the following link, and look at the artwork presented, then read the
description of the figures presented there. As you review the information, think about
the following questions: Why would Classical and Renaissance images and themes
appear in this type of space? What message was the artist trying to send?
http://www.aoc.gov/capitol-hill/murals/apotheosis-washington
Next, take a look at this resource on The Apotheosis of Washington.
(http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/GPO-CDOC-103sdoc27/pdf/GPO-CDOC-103sdoc27-
10-9.pdf)
Concentrate primarily on the text from the 2nd column of p. 127 tothe end. It gives
several clues as to why Brumidi created the image in the way he did, including the

4. events of the Civil War and the beginning of Reconstruction. This is what is meant by
context, the events and attitudes surrounding an event.
Both message and context are important when viewing public art. They help us
appreciate more than just the history the artwork represents. When we understand
these concepts, we can view our collective past on a deeper level.
Keep this information in mind as you complete this project. The events surrounding the
creation and placement of public art say quite a bit about the art itself. Spend spend
some time thinking about this aspect of the assigned paintings as you complete Part I.
Look for connections between events and images. You do not need to describe the event
the artwork depicts but the period of American history in which it was created. Use your
textbook to place the images in their correct context.
Part 1
http://aoc.gov/paintings-0
Click the above link to open the page for the Capitol’s Historic Rotunda Paintings. Click
on the individual images for each of the 8 paintings to see them in more detail, view
basic information on the piece, and read the short article provided. Once you have
viewed all 8 of the images and read each description, you will choose 4 to create your
presentation that answers a series of questions for each image. You must include the
image, its title, and the artist as a header to each section, followed by 1 paragraph of
200–300 words for each image that addresses the following:
Presentation Questions Part I
1. What is the artist trying to portray with the image? What feelings is he trying to
evoke?
2. When was the image commissioned and hung? What events were occurring in
America that could have shaped the composition of the painting? Is there a
message in the image shaped by those events?
3. Is the artist successful in communicating his message in the work? Is there a clear
connection between the artwork’s content and its context?

5. Be sure to write your paragraph in your own words and that you proofread your work to
eliminate spelling, grammatical, and punctuation errors. Be sure to review the Writing
Tips document to avoid common errors in academic work. After you have written your
paragraphs for each of your 4 choices, proceed to Part 2.
Part 2
http://aoc.gov/capitol-hill/national-statuary-hall-collection/about-national-statuary-
hall-collection
Click the above link to open the page for the National Statuary Hall Collection. Once you
have read the short overview and description of the collection, click the link to find the 2
statues that represent your state. Copy the image for each into your presentation. After
each image, include the individual’s name and the state he/she represents. Then, in a
200–250-word paragraph, give a short summary of the individual’s historical
significance and an evaluation of whether this individual is a good choice to represent
your state.
Be sure to write your paragraph in your own words and that you proofread your work to
eliminate spelling, grammatical, and punctuation errors. Be sure to review the Writing
Tips document to avoid common errors in academic work. These paragraphs will be
submitted in the same document as Part 1.
How to Submit Your American Art Project
When you have finished both parts, review the instructions again to make sure you have
completed the entire assignment properly. Carefully proofread your paragraphs to
eliminate spelling, grammatical, and punctuation errors. Save your work into a single
Microsoft Word or PowerPoint document (as a pdf) and attach it to the submission link
in Blackboard. Do not type your answers in the comment box or email your work to the
instructor.