Commentsjohnesmithiii (50)in explore1918 • 7 years agoRE: Have You Tried Turning it Off and Back On?: Suggestions for the Philadelphia History MuseumGif game is strong, Derek! I'm also curious about the current PHM's leadership. It'd be interesting to know their history with the organization and professional background. Like we read last week…johnesmithiii (50)in philanthropy • 7 years agoRE: Another Five Project Ideas. Which One Should Be Awarded 3,000 STEEM?I too think the oral history proposal would be a great project. As @hourofhistory stated, the oral histories lead to additional opportunities...perhaps a walking tour? I think we would want to grant…johnesmithiii (50)in philanthropy • 7 years agoRE: Five Project Ideas. Which One Rises to the Top?These are all great proposals that address major needs in Philly's cultural sector! I think the proposal that best reflects the objectives of this course includes training creatives how to leverage…johnesmithiii (50)in history • 7 years agoRE: Gaps in the Philadelphia history system[The Public History truck] also doesn't include a brick-and-mortar location, which makes it hard for it to build a sense of belonging in the neighborhood and city. Agreed! Similar idea to Andrea…johnesmithiii (50)in loi2018 • 7 years agoRE: Funding a Mobile Museum: The Philadelphia Public History TruckYes, the gap in activity also concerned me. I probably should have explored that before making this proposal. But regardless, I think the new stadium deservers our attention, and the history truck…johnesmithiii (50)in loi2018 • 7 years agoRE: Letter of Intent: Schools are the future of HistoryGood point regarding the ethics of students essentially working to support their schools. Perhaps a separate institution, like the National History Day Philly, could encourage students to write…johnesmithiii (50)in love • 7 years agoRE: Love Has Always Had a Place in the Heart of PhiladelphiaAnd to point out the obvious, just the name "Philadelphia" stems from the Greek term phileo which means love.johnesmithiii (50)in photography • 7 years agoRE: Philadelphia Artist on the FrontlinesThanks for the feedback!johnesmithiii (50)in photography • 7 years agoRE: Philadelphia Artist on the FrontlinesAgreed! Like you said, the drawings depict not only the scene but also the broader feeling. I think we tend to take photographs at face value. They are usually used to complement a larger assertion…johnesmithiii (50)in ships • 7 years agoRE: Would you work at the Shipyard? 100 Years After Hog Island and World War IHere is some footage from the Hog Island Shipyard.johnesmithiii (50)in cryptocurrency • 7 years agoRE: Selling Steemit to NonprofitsThanks @Tmaust!johnesmithiii (50)in cryptocurrency • 7 years agoRE: Selling Steemit to NonprofitsExactly! We want to make sure they're somewhat invested in the digital.johnesmithiii (50)in cryptocurrency • 7 years agoRE: Selling Steemit to NonprofitsI'd like to say "general activity." Make it broad enough for the organization to experiment, but also make sure they're trying new models for engagement.johnesmithiii (50)in history • 7 years agoRE: Thirteen Days that Never WereTime is weird. I remember reading something in undergrad that argued the Clock (i.e., time) was the best representation of the industrial age (not the machine). Workers and management organized…johnesmithiii (50)in explore1918 • 7 years agoRE: Love Thy Neighbor: American Nativism against German Americans in 1918Last semester when we were aboard the Olympia , I asked Kevin about this helmet. Apparently, the USMC used these helmets during the late 19th century to show their admiration for Prussian…johnesmithiii (50)in culture • 7 years agoRE: How do we remember 1918?Thanks Charlie! That was my original goal--gather about 3 or 5 different sources that reflected on the entire year. I also considered using random front cover newspaper articles. Do we discuss the…johnesmithiii (50)in culture • 7 years agoRE: How do we remember 1918?That’s a really interesting observation. Although the term “suffrage” remains more popular, you see the phrase “voting rights” gain more traction.johnesmithiii (50)in culture • 7 years agoRE: How do we remember 1918?Thanks Joy! Actually, “Influenza” appeared 24 times (located below “years” in the word cloud above). But I know exactly what you mean. You would think that our location in the city most impacted by…johnesmithiii (50)in culture • 7 years agoRE: How do we remember 1918?Whoa! Thanks for expanding this Cynthia--super useful additions! I agree, we seem less concerned about gendering our subjects, which exposes a whole lot about us. I’m just surprised by the few (if…johnesmithiii (50)in explore1918 • 7 years agoRE: “Making America Safe for Democracy” on the Home FrontIt's curious to note that despite a united home front and booming war economy, the Republicans won the White House in the 1920 election. Of course other factors came into play (especially Wilson's…
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