Why I Chose History

It's finally here, my final semester as an undergrad. With only one semester separating me from starting my Master's, I'm feeling both anxious and excited. Looking back, it's hard to think that coming into Liberty as a freshman I was a biology major with no interest in having a career in history. In just three years,  my career plan changed completely. History has always been an interest to me but I never considered it as a profession until the beginning of my Senior year. Ever since middle school, I always enjoyed reading any book on American history. I have often been asked why military history has been my main interest. What sparked my interest was the people I have been lucky to meet.

World War II has always been my favorite period in history. My great-great uncle was killed during the Battle of the Bulge fighting with the 2^nd Armored Division. I have also had the privilege of meeting two World War II veterans. My next door neighbor growing up served in the Navy during the war and hearing about his experience really grabbed my interest. I also was able to meet a veteran who had survived the Pearl Harbor attack. Meeting these two veterans sparked my interest in military history and looking back are the reason why I want to teach history. Many people think that studying the history of wars and military are not important. However, what I hope to show in my career is how wars affected history itself. I hope that by teaching I can help others appreciate what our veterans have done to protect the United States and work with students who share my passion for history.