1) Read chapters posted on “Readings” tab of this site.
2) Based on some brief research on the internet (I recommend starting with http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_New_York_City as a launching off point), post an image that represents an important turning point in New York City history (or American urban history) anytime during the last 2000 years [I previously had used the term “American history” here, so it is okay if you post something on general American history]. It can represent a person, place, or event. BUT, do not repeat a topic that is already covered. If possible, find an image that is wider than it is tall so that it will serve well as a rotating header on our course blog. Write a 1-2 sentence caption for your image explaining why it is important.