BATTLE OF JUNIN    

THE END OF SPANISH COLONIZATION

The end of spanish colonization in Peru was difficult, because Peru was Spain heartland in South America. San Martin's Army of Liberation couldn't get the independence of Peru in 1821. For this reason Simón Bolivar's Army of Liberation came to Peru in 1823. It was important for the independence of Peru. TO BE CONTINUED

 

 

 

Mystery of History - Best Homeschool History Program 2012

"The Mystery of History is a curriculum unparalleled in its field. Created as a guide through the annals of time, The Mystery of History will lead all ages clearly through the labyrinth that many find this subject to be. Up until now, most world history and bible history have been separated. Linda Hobar has taken the initiative to tell the whole story in a way that few have before. With a classical approach, she weaves the story line together of both world and Bible history in Volume I. Subsequent volumes continue to weave the message of the Gospel through the ages.

If history is taught in your home, The Mystery of History will unfold connections in history for you and your children like nothing else. If you study the Word of God, The Mystery of History will give you a solid chronological foundation to build on. There are no academic limitations to this syllabus. Designed to stand alone, each volume is as simple or as in depth as the individual or family wants it to be. This curriculum is the backbone from which any student can confidently grasp the mystery of history." - Anne L.

2012 Homeschooling at About.com Readers' Choice Awards Winners

EL MEJOR PROGRAMA HOMESCHOOL DE HISTORIA 2012 EN ESTADOS UNIDOS

Desde este blog tenemos el agrado de felicitar a Linda Lacour Hobar y a Mystery of History
por ser el mejor programa de Homeschool de Historia del 2012 en EE.UU según la encuesta realizada por About. com
Hace poco tiempo Linda Lacour Hobar gustosamente aceptó responder a una entrevista realizada para nuestro blog. Próximamente publicaremos la entrevista en español.

INTERVIEW WITH LINDA LACOUR HOBAR (Last Part)

9. What life lessons do you want students to learn from History?

I think we can learn a lot from the character of others we study in history. We can see where even great men and women have faltered and avoid making their mistakes. We can be inspired by those who made a difference in history and had passion to create great change. I want students to be challenged, inspired, informed, and determined to make good decisions that could affect the next generation. More than that, I want students to see, believe, and understand that there is a purpose in life – which is to know God and make Him known. If we follow world history, we will get glimpses of our Creator.

10. How has the life of Jesus Christ affected all of Human History?

When I consider all the people I have written about (approximately 400 biographies in 10 years) there is not one person who has changed this world like Jesus Christ. He was born of a virgin. He was without fault. He came with a purpose. He performed miracles. He had compassion on the poor, the lowly, the sinner, and the hurting. He died for the sins of mankind. He rose from the dead to conquer the curse of sin and death on mankind. There is simply no one who has done what He has done and there never will be. Jesus Christ was the perfect Son of God, the perfect sacrifice for mankind. And, He will return! We should all be ready and waiting – doing all that He would want of us, and telling others how to know Him. He is worthy of all the honor, the power, and the glory. Praise be to Him now and forevermore.

INTERVIEW WITH LINDA LACOUR HOBAR (Third Part)

6. How should we teach History? How can we make History interesting for the students?

I think that history should be taught chronologically. It makes the most sense to see the cause and effect from one generation to the next. Each era feeds the other. I prefer to teach students about people rather than about dates and events. People are far more interesting than treaties and wars and inventions. Of course, they are all related, but I like to teach using biographies first, the events second.

7. How is home school education? Why is it important?

Home education is a growing trend in the United States. As public classrooms have grown more secular, many families choose alternatives. Private schools are a good option but many find them too expensive. The home is an excellent place to learn in the loving context of the family. It does require diligence and self-initiative. These are great traits that must be developed to be a successful homeschooler.

8. What is your opinion about American Education? What should be changed about them?

American education is good and bad. There are still some excellent schools, but overall, the quality of education has declined in our nation as students struggle with authority, discipline, and maintaining a work ethic. Broken homes contribute to difficulties in school. I do not know how schools can improve the quality of life of students from difficult homes. I do think the schools could better apply discipline and expect hard work.

INTERVIEW WITH LINDA LACOUR HOBAR (Second Part)

3. How do you write a History book? What it is necessary for that?

Educationally, I have a Bachelor of Arts degree. I was not a great writer in

college, but discovered that with having a passion for the subject of history, I

could write about it. I also had an audience. There are about one million

homeschool families in the United States and more around the world. I aim to

help them in their efforts to teach their children at home. Were it not for a need

in the subject, I don’t think I would be successful. I don’t “feel” like I’m that good

of a writer. By God’s grace, people have enjoyed my casual style of writing for

a subject that is required in school.

4. What period of World History do you like best? Why?

That’s a hard question to answer, because I like them all! However, presently

I’m enjoying the 20^th century, because it helps to explain the events of my own

lifetime. I do not feel like my generation has a good handle on the world wars. I

came from the era of the Vietnam War, and because it left a bad impression on

Americans, all wars since have been downplayed. I’ve learned more now about

the world wars then I did in school. I find the Cold War is particularly relevant to

my lifetime. I grew up “terrified” of communism.

5. What period of American History do you like best? Why?

I think the Revolutionary War is fascinating. I believe the Founding Fathers were an

extraordinary group of men. They knew their history, and applied the lessons learned from

history to shape a new nation – one based on freedom, liberty, and capitalism. The system

isn’t perfect, but I’m proud to be a part of the “great experiment.”

INTERVIEW WITH LINDA LACOUR HOBAR (First Part)

"Linda Lacour Hobar, a native-born Texan, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Baylor University where she first fell in love with world history. With sixteen years of homeschool experience, seventeen years in ministry with Campus Crusade for Christ, and several years of teaching all ages, Linda brings a wealth of perspective to world history. Her warm, passionate, and personable writing style appeals to students young and old. Linda and her family presently reside in Memphis, Tenesse, where her husband serves as a sports minister." The Mystery of History
1. When did you decide to study History?

Believe it or not, I did not receive much world history growing up. It was a very weak subject in our schools. However, I had a very interesting professor in college who helped me fall in love with the subject. After teaching my children in a homeschool setting, I wanted to study more world history, and eventually I fell deeply in love with the subject and began to write it. I’m still fascinated, and still writing.

Why is it important to study History?

This subject is so important because it should shape the way we think about our present governments, systems, and politics. Without understanding where we have been, we cannot make good decisions about the future. From history, we learn what “not” to do in governing ourselves. It is also the perfect venue to see how the Lord has revealed himself through history – from Bible times to the present.

2. What books have you written? What books are you planning to write in the future?

I have presently written three books in a series titled, “The Mystery of History” and am working on the fourth. They are as follows:

Vol I – Creation to the Resurrection

Vol II – The Early Church and Middle Ages

Vol III – The Rennaissance, Reformation, and Growth of Nations

Vol IV – Revolutions to Present Day

I hope one day to write a bible curriculum.

Nerón, la corrupción del poder absoluto

Durante el Imperio Romano, en la etapa el principado, llegó al poder Nerón Claudio César Augusto Germánico (54 a.c - 68) por las artimañas de su madre Agripina.
Nerón fue discípulo del hombre más sabio en Roma, el filósofo Séneca, sin embargo, esta sabiduría no se reflejó en su gobierno. Nerón fue más artista que emperador y no tuvo ningún límite a la moral.
El historiador Suetonio cuenta de Nerón: "Su libertinaje, su lujuria, su petulancia, su avaricia y su crueldad se manifestaron al principio por grados y de manera clandestina, así que quisieron hacerlas pasar como errores de juventud, pero sin que al fin pudiese dudar nadie que eran vicios del carácter y no de la edad...pero desarrollándose muy pronto sus vicios, desdeñó los placeres secretos, no se tomó el trabajo de disimular y se atrevió a cosas más importantes."
Nerón decidió incendiar Roma para construir otra capital a la que denominaría Neropolis. Luego echó la culpa a la nueva secta de los cristianos por está razón fueron perseguidos y ejecutados.
La Biblia dice sobre la conducta humana: "Y como ellos no aprobaron tener en cuenta a Dios, Dios los entregó a una mente reprobada, para hacer cosas que no convienen; estando atestados de toda injusticia, fornicación, perversidad, avaricia, maldad; llenos de envidia, homicidios, contiendas, engaños y malignidades; murmuradores, detractores, aborrecedores de Dios, injuriosos, soberbios, altivos, inventores de males, desobedientes a los padres, necios, desleales, sin afecto natural, implacables, sin misericordia;" Romanos 1:28-31

ENTREVISTA AL DOCTOR ANTONIO ZAPATA (Segunda Parte)

Continuamos la entrevista con el historiador Antonio Zapata y sus sensatas respuestas. Antonio Zapata es doctor en Historia de América Latina por la Universidad de Columbia, Nueva York. Profesor de Historia en la Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú, Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos y Academia Diplomática. Investigador Asociado del Instituto de Estudios Peruanos.

3.- ¿USTED CREE QUE LOS HISTORIADORES ESTÁN ESCRIBIENDO PARA EL PÚBLICO NO ACADÉMICO?
Mi respuesta sería que algunos porque es muy difícil hablar de los historiadores como si fueran una unidad. Los historiadores somos un gremio muy heterogéneo. Hay gente de lo más distinta con orientaciones muy diferentes. De tal manera que hay algunos que les preocupa la difusión, que el público no académico entienda, se culturice y este al día. Hay un buen grupo que piensa más bien la academia es algo cerrado y que debe seguir siéndolo así que uno investiga para la elite intelectual y que no importa el resto. Hay gente de todo entre los historiadores.

4.- ¿CÓMO HACER UN PROGRAMA DE HISTORIA EN LA TELEVISIÓN Y NO MORIR EN EL INTENTO? ¿QUÉ REFLEXIONES LE DEJO HABER CONDUCIDO EL PROGRAMA SUCEDIÓ EN EL PERÚ?
Yo creo que es relativamente sencillo en el sentido de que yo no sabía nada de televisión cuando entre a Sucedió en el Perú. Ni siquiera tenía la experiencia de televidente. No veía, ni veo televisión. En mi casa no hay televisión sólo en el cuarto de mi hijo. Provengo de una generación para la cual la televisión era la caja boba donde lo interesante era leer libros. De manera que no tenía ni siquiera experiencia de televidente. Creo que es fácil porque entre la gente común y corriente hay mucha afición a la Historia. La Historia es una profesión de muy pocos donde trabaja poca gente. Yo enseño en la Católica donde egresan máximo 15 historiadores normalmente 10. En San Marcos son más pero en realidad buen grupo no van a trabajar todos de historiadores sino de cualquier otra cosa como agentes de turismo. El Perú no produce más de 20 o 30 historiadores por año. La profesión no es muy grande pero hay mucha afición. Si te pones a pensar en gente culta que le gusta la Historia. Yo encuentro esto en todas las profesiones que les gusta la Historia creo que es Profesión de pocos y hobby de muchos. Al revés de otras profesiones. Por ejemplo Medicina. Hay muchos que estudian medicina pero a quien le gusta medicina. Te pasan algo relativamente bien hecho de Historia en la televisión y se enchufa gente de lo más distinta: Médicos, abogados, taxistas y amas de casa. Un ratito están contigo no es que van hacer profesionales ni van a ver el programa completo. Yo creo que público hay. De lo que se trata es simplemente hacer algo pues mínimamente moderno. Eso depende de tener un buen productor. Alguien que venga de una facultad de comunicación de la de Lima, Católica, Villarreal, San Marcos, San Martín. Hay muchachos que saben. Un productor moderno combinado con alguien como yo que venía del mundo de las letras que aporta los contenidos y el programa funciona.