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    Faith and the American Soldier During World War II

    Florida State professor Kurt Piehler discussed how the U.S. military sought to meet the spiritual needs of the millions who served in uniform during World War II. The National World War II M…

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    Hurricanes and Tornadoes

    James Elsner spoke about changing patterns in hurricanes and tornadoes. He said increasing ocean warmth was making hurricanes stronger and that tornadoes were appearing in bigger and more po…

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    Creek Indians and the First Seminole War

    Andrew Frank spoke about the Creek Indians and the First Seminole War, which took place in the early 19th century in the southeastern United States and Spanish controlled Florida. The war wa…

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    Reproductive Rates in Developed Countries

    Francesco Billari talked about the decline in national birth rates in many developed countries being called a reproductive crisis, and the reasons for dropping fertility rates. He used slide…

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    War and Racism in American Culture

    Mr. Styron discussed war and racism in American literature and culture. Following his remarks, Mr. Heller and Mr. Vonnegut who are also veterans of World War II, answered questions from educ…

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    Bureaucracy and War

    Several authors who were also World War II veterans and faculty members discussed the bureaucratic role in war. They also reflected on their personal experiences during the war. Kurt Vonnegu…

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