History Bows to the Ages

History is the interesting story of the behavior of man. By studying what people have done we are better able to cope with the present and foretell the future. There are a number of reasons why the knowledge of the past is important. History gives us an understanding of the customs of people in foreign countries so that we may better understand their problems. It gives us the background and reasons for the origin of our democracy. By knowing the mistakes of other people, we can better handle our present situation. This also gives us inspiration to make a more perfect future. As sophomores, we study the origin of man and his development to the present. As juniors, we learn why our great nation was founded, how our government was started, and the courses of development which resulted in our becoming a world power. As seniors, we study the social sciences in which we learn the intricacies of our government and the behavior and mannerisms of a majority of the people. We study the economic conditions as well as the social character of the individual and seriously consider our present surroundings through the World Affairs program.