Theme information
2012 Theme: Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History
Each year the NHD theme is chosen to help students direct their research to show a connection between the theme and their topics. The themes that are chosen are broad, allowing students to research topics on all levels from local history to ancient history. In order to draw a connection to the theme students must understand the historical significance of their topic and answer questions about time, place, and context. Understanding the impact and significance of the topic will help define why the topic is important and draw this connection to the theme.
Past History Day Themes
2000 - Turning Points in History
2001 - Frontiers in History
2002 - Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History
2003 - Rights and Responsibilities in History
2004 - Exploration, Encounter, Exchange in History
2005 - Communication in History: The Key to Understanding
2006 - Taking a Stand in History
2007 - Triumph and Tragedy in History
2008 - Conflict and Compromise in History
2009 - The Individual in History: Actions and Legacies
2010 - Innovation in History: Impact and Change
2011 - Debate and Diplomacy in History: Successes, Failures, Consequences
The theme changes every year, so if you do NHD every year, you will not repeat a theme.
