SOCIETY: HISTORY CLUB MILAN G. ‘We are not makers of history. We are made by history.’ The words of Martin Luther King. If you think history club is just about discussing a bunch of people who died a very long time ago, then think again.
aim of the club is to learn about history in a relaxed way and generally about subjects that aren’t part of the curriculum. From games of strategic warfare and diplomacy, to presentations on communist Cuban dictators and the mafia bosses of the past, there are fun activities for all avid historians.
History has always been an integral part of society, and in many ways has repeated itself throughout time. We consistently learn from history and the mistakes of the past.
One of the highlights of last year was a game called ‘Backstabbr’ organised by Mr Whitehorn. The game was set in the early 20th century, and the ultimate aim was to dominate Europe. There were 7 nations represented by different student teams, and in order to reign supreme over Europe, you had to think strategically, build up your army, control supply stations, form political alliances and then….most importantly break them when they no longer served their purpose, hence the name ‘Backstabbr’. There was a real buzz around
History is one of the most popular subjects at Reading school, as is history club. So, here’s my top 4 reasons why this club deserves some of your time: Number 1: History club is fun! At history club, we learn about various different topics and partake in a variety of activities and challenges. If you think history club is just about reciting a load of facts from dusty old books, then you couldn’t be more wrong. The 24
