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Eerdmans twins fourth at History Day
Published Friday, June 20, 2008
After months of research and preparation, Fergus Falls students, Andy and Billy Eerdmans made an appearance this month at the National History Day Competitions in Maryland. And they walked away with their heads held high.
The boys took fourth place for the junior group exhibit division for their exhibit on the development of the western U.S.-Canadian border, titled 54-40 or Flight.
The competitions involved students in grades six through 12 who presented research papers, exhibits, documentaries, performances and Web sites that attempt to portray a significant historical event in relation to the competitions theme.
Themes change year to year.
The theme for this year’s competitions was Conflict and Compromise.
Exhibits were judged on accuracy, historical relevance to the theme and the portrayal of the event’s significance before and after its occurrence.
The boys placed first in the junior exhibition state competition in April, which secured their spot in the national competition.
Minnesota students made up 52 of the 2500 overall contestants.
And although this year’s national competition has come to an end, it won’t be the last time the two take a shot at a national title.
Andy and Billy are entering ninth grade in the fall this year and have no plans to give up.
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Way to go! What a couple of outstanding guys. It's nice to see the Journal covering a wide variety of student accomplishments. Thank you for sharing the story.
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