Subject English Topic Arlington House

Subject English Topic Arlington House - Robert E. Lee Memorial Paper details For this assignment, students will create a detailed plan for a memorial to honor victims of a major atrocity, catastrophe, genocide, or injustice. Each student must submit and present to the class a detailed proposal for constructing a memorial for his/her chosen event or problem. --Think creatively, and think specifically. Don’t just hand in a proposal for “a monument”; Provide a detailed, formal plan for what this memorial will be down to its smallest features. Typed proposal (4-5 pages minimum) - History/background of event - Why does this event deserve a memorial? - Detailed description of the memorial: Specific location and description: Why this place? Why are these details appropriate? - Appearance: detailed description; The proposed memorial must fit in with its surroundings; How does your project accomplish this? -Must include works cited page and correct citations (at least 3 sources; Wikipedia does not count as an academic source)