In this challenge, you will explore how scientific advances of the past have helped us to understand historical events. For example, archaeological discoveries and advances in genetics have allowed us to reveal aspects of the past that were previously unknown. You will identify and investigate at least one scientific advancement that allows us to know something new about a historical event. Your final product can be a written report, photographic or video presentation, or online research resource.

• Research and identify one scientific advance that aids in understanding historical events

• Produce a short presentation (written, photographic, video, or online) that explains the science and how it helps understand a particular historical event

Internet access and research materials (if not available online), Optional: camera, video camera, computer to produce presentation