The prompt is asking me to evaluate whether or not the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. is an appropriate tribute to the Vietnam veterans. After reading the background information, my initial gut opinion is that the Vietnam Veterans Memorial is an appropriate tribute to the veterans of the war. The reflective quality of the monument and its unique design seem to pay respectful tribute to the complexity of the Vietnam Conflict.
Sources B (THE VIETNAM MEMORIAL by Maya Ling Yin) and E (HONORING VETERANS OF WAR AND ANTI-WAR by Phyllis S. Corbitt) support my position. Source B, written by the designer of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, would likely provide insight into the intention behind the memorial's design and why it is an appropriate tribute. Source E, focusing on honoring veterans of war and anti-war, could provide a perspective on the broader significance of the memorial in recognizing the experiences and sacrifices of those who served during the Vietnam Conflict.
Sources A (YALE SENIOR, A VIETNAM MEMORIAL AND A FEW IRONIES, by B. Drummond) and C (INSULTING VIETNAM VETS, by Tom Carhart) seem to run counter to my position. These sources may provide critiques or objections to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and could be used as potential counterarguments to consider in my evaluation.
As I read the sources, some overarching themes that stand out include the importance of memorialization, the impact of war on individuals and society, and the role of memory in shaping perceptions of history. These themes can be used to group the sources and combine them in my synthesis essay by discussing how the Vietnam Veterans Memorial addresses these themes and why it is or is not an appropriate tribute to the veterans of the Vietnam Conflict.
In my synthesis essay, I will use Source B to discuss the design and intention behind the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, highlighting how the reflective walls and park-like setting pay tribute to the complexity of the Vietnam Conflict. I will then incorporate Source E to explore the broader significance of honoring veterans of war and anti-war, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the experiences and sacrifices of those who served during the war.
For my counterarguments, I will consider Sources A and C. Source A may provide insights into the ironies or challenges of memorializing the Vietnam Conflict, while Source C could offer perspectives on why the Vietnam Veterans Memorial may be seen as insulting to veterans. By including these counterarguments, I can present a more balanced evaluation of whether the Vietnam Veterans Memorial is truly an appropriate tribute to the veterans of the war.
In conclusion, through a careful analysis of multiple sources, I will construct a synthesis essay that evaluates the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. as a tribute to the veterans of the Vietnam Conflict. By considering various perspectives and themes presented in the sources, I aim to provide a comprehensive assessment of the memorial's significance and its role in remembering and honoring those who served during a contentious moment in American history.
Read the Introduction and questions and write a long synthesis essay of at least 7 pages or paragraphs don't just answer the question
Introduction:
The Vietnam Conflict was arguably the most contentious in American History The Vietnam Veterans Memorial, located on the National Mall in Washington DC., was also a contentious choice. A wild departure from the tall monuments of other wars, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial is an intersection of two reflective walls set below the ground. The walls list the names of the Americans who died in the conflict. Some have referred to the monument as a black, tomb-like hole that dishonors the survivors of the Vietnam War. Others feel that the reflective quality of the monument coupled with the park-like setting around it pays evocative tribute to a complex moment in American history.
Read the following sources (including any introductory information) carefully. Then write a synthesis essay in which you evaluate whether or not the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C is an appropriate tribute to the Vietnam veterans
Refer to the sources by their titles (Source A, Source B, etc.) or by the descriptions
Source A (Ayers)
Source B (Lin)
Source C (Carhart)
Source D (Remembering)
Source E (Corbitt)
Sources:
A. YALE SENIOR, A VIETNAM MEMORIAL AND A FEW IRONTES, by B. Drummond
B. THE VIETNAM MEMORIAL by Maya Ling Yin
C. INSULTING VIETNAM VETS, by Tom Carhart
D. HOW TO REMEMBER VIL INAM
E HONORING VETERANS OF WAR AND ANTI-WAR by Phyllis S. Corbitt
Keep the following questions in mind and make sure to answer them in your essay
What is the prompt asking you to take a position on, what is it asking you to do. After reading the background info, what is your gut opinion on which side you want to take. Which sources support your position. Make an indication so you can come back to those later. Which sources seem to run counter to your position. Pick at least two of these to read for your counter-argument. As you are reading, be on the lookout for anything (quotes) you can use in your paper later Mark them so you can find them as you are writing. What are some overarching themes you notice in the works you read. How can you use these themes to group the sources you read. How will you combine them. You will need to use 3 sources overall, but please don't use more than 4 (for time purposes). Yes, this means you can use a source twice For example, if you have talked about Source A and Source B in the first paragraph, you can then talk about Source B and Source E in the second paragraph. You MUST have more than one source per body paragraph. Make a brief outline and pick pertinent quotes from your sources if you haven't yet
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