LLPMONUMENT - Monuments and Memorials

Course Description

This lecture course delves into the significance, design, and cultural impact of monuments and memorials, with a specific focus on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Throughout the course, students will explore the historical context, artistic elements, and the broader social and political implications of memorials, specifically highlighting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The course offers an interdisciplinary approach that combines history, art, sociology, and cultural studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of how memorials shape our collective memory and commemorate historical events. Learners will gain a new perspective on the role of memorials in shaping the collective consciousness of society and the power they have to provoke thought, reflection, and dialogue.