“War is one of the great agencies by which human progress is effected. Scourge though it be, and much as its practice is to be deplored, we must still recognize war as the operation of the economic laws of nature for the government of the human family. It stimulates national growth, solves otherwise insoluble problems of domestic and political economy” S. B. Luce, The Benefits of War, 1891
Was he right? Your answer should discuss the political, social, and economic evolution of the United States in the 1890s. How does it shape the 20th century and our own time?
This essay prompt requires a long-form written response, using complete sentences and appropriate grammar and punctuation. Do not forget to include citations in MLA or Chicago Manual of Style as outlined in the syllabus. Expect to write 750 to 1000 words to fully answer the prompt. This will be scored on a 0-25 scale.