Nothing particular about this specific point but it does fall in line with several others similar in nature. It lists reference material as well as dates for further in depth notation that helps paint timelines and further information on the material.

Interestingly enough I never considered that annotations could be made in the notes. Here an idea is offered up in direct reference to an earlier notation. Which is then followed by a reference to another piece of work to help justify the claim.

I'm not sure if its a fair comparison, however it seems like place myths are similar to propaganda. The idea of a place myth is the spread of information whether intentionally controlled and manipulated in nature or by happenstance of generalizations of an area by outsiders and nonlocals. Regardless the information pushed forth creates and illusion and generalization about the area. This results in stereotypes, falsehoods, and direct misinformation that paints broad pictures of people, places and cultures. Whether good or bad its the immediate result of either misinformation or lack of research bundled with ignorance. The results of place myths in Columbus concluded in failure due to the inability to live up to exaggerations of a modernity to an area still heavily influenced by its Mexican roots. The downplay of the arid environment and the spike in Mexican refugees failed to produce any credibility to the information being fed to others. Ultimately the place myth died as the raid by Villa's forces was pushed back.

Direct images and literature from the area helps to paint a better image of the time. Rather than taking the authors direct analysis and drawn conclusions, the audience is able to instead take note of direct work relegated to that time and place. This allows room for own individual analysis while reinforcing the authors projected argument.

Here, a picture can start to be formed of how the place myths surrounding Columbus were justified. Selling the land as prosperous to try and draw in a larger crowd of farmers and other settlers seems like a marketing ploy to uphold his end of a quota deal. This later falls apart because the resources and land promised did not live up to the portrayal offered in the place myths. Which while here were created through various media outlets such as newspapers, articles, word of mouth, etc.. These misleading falsehoods were not only the foundation of later stereotypes about the area and its people but also failed to properly amount interest in marketing the town.

Not prevalent to the listed questions but key in identifying the credentials of the author. A major part in any historical research. Here it is listed in depth about the authors past work, current status and listed in the same paragraph is the intent. All important if we were to use this article as reference for later work.

The ability to understand Historical events requires a different skill set than the ability to put those understandings into words. historical study is saddled with the expectation of years of compiling data and research. To even pursue higher education it is required to do so. Learning how other Historians and individuals put their thoughts and research into an essay or collection is one of the most important weapons in a Historians arsenal.

This is my biggest take away from this article. Before understanding strategy, theory, or study one has to be able to take in and understand multiple objective points of truth. Our one understanding of an event or idea is just one of billions. To fully embrace other ideas even if they go against our very moral fiber is the most important tool any person can learn. It is not something that can be taught in school or through reading but in practicum and years of conscious effort and even that may not be enough.

Some of my classmates have already highlighted this particular strategy but I feel it bears repeating. Reviewing not only helps to ensure you have a fresh understanding but also to make certain that an individual is confident in their study. If we also span a few years, revisiting old work and research can help put into perspective how our views have changed and the growth we've certainly achieved. Putting points together from two different times is a fantastic way to chart and understand growth from a personal and Historical perpective.

Argumentative style research and discussion helps to create an environment of discussion. By researching a topic through your own means and building an objective opinion it expands the avenues for how History can be interpreted. but more than that it allows researchers the means to justify and have discourse on their varying perspectives.

The most important thing I believe for Historical study learning how to identify reputable sources for reference. Looking towards an authors experience on the subject, the domain of the website, and even if the material has been referenced elsewhere can help determining the validity of the material.

Here the author is showing exactly the questions he hopes to find answers to. These listed questions enable us to understand his motive and purpose for the layout of this article. Similarly I am looking for what his main purpose is in conveying the information and how best to look at it. Why did he write this? What does the information relate to? how can I interpret and utilize this research myself? these are my biggest questions and goals in tandem with understanding his own.

The article utilizes annotations like these to directly link to articles and passages that the author used throughout. However more importantly the author uses dates throughout the writing to build not only physical reference points for curious users but to also enable the audience the ability to have a starting point for their own desired study.

The article is laid out in segments, distinguished by headers. This breaks up the information into easy to comprehend bursts that shift the focus onto new topics.

There seems to be more emphasis on building a foundation for explaining the history predating this event than the construction of an explicit argument. The piece acts more like a conduit with reference and definitions to help readers understand the context of preexisting organizations and events. This in turns enables us to understand the event more. By forgoing an overall argument we are instead able to better understand the grotesque nature of the themes of the event and form a base realization of its ramifications. Not all historical articles need to be argumentative, teaching is just if not more effective.

This entire point right here from my personal opinion may be the most important in understanding History. The distinctions of ideas and experiences is what makes Historical Study so rewarding and complicated. Different viewpoints on the same event can create a whole picture and build a narrative inclusive to as many sides as possible. The variation is what creates depth of study and builds a base for further research.

This piece may be the single most critical point take away from the article. It states the overall message trying to be conveyed as well as sets up groundwork for further exploration. In study of any topic there is an abundance of information, deciphering and cross referencing that material is the objective purpose of historians. In order to understand and compile that information one has to be able to study quickly and efficiently past and new works. The steps that follow this statement are building upon its base claim.