Tag: letter writing
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The Significance of Presidential Letters
As commander and chief of the United States, the president plays a crucial role in enforcing the laws and beliefs that America was built upon, making sure to uphold democracy. Though this is largely done through policies and laws, it’s also done through letters. The three significant types of presidential letters- letters to the president,…
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Free Write on Long-Read Project
Thinking about my final long-read project, I think I’d like to further explore love letters. Out of all the topics we’ve covered in class thus far, our conversations about love letters have intrigued me the most. I mentioned this in my World War Two paper and presentation, but I think there is a major difference…
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Letters of Note- Discovering Something Beautiful
This week in class, we had to sign up to read and present a specific letter from the “Letters of Note” list. When initially choosing a letter, I didn’t put much thought into it. The list was so long that I chose the first title that caught my eye: “What Did You Say? I Can’t…
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The Psychology of Letter Writing- Writing During a Time of Tragedy
In today’s age, letter writing is frequently referred to as ‘a lost art’- one that has been taken over by emails, texts, and instant messaging. Yet, during the Second World War, letter writing was utilized heavily, specifically by victims of the war like those in concentration and internment camps. Though, why is that? Why was…
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Love Prevails During War-Through Letters
This week in class, we listened to a plethora of love letters written during US wars. Though we mainly focused on letters written during World War two, we also learned about the history of war time love letters, dating all the way back to the Revolutionary War. At least for me, I think it’s easier…
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Letter Writing
To me, letter writing has always played an essential role in my life. In my room, I have a special box to keep important letters I’ve received. Some from my Father, my grandparents, past teachers, and old friends. I’ve always thought of letter writing as a special way of communicating- more intimate than texting, and…
