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1920's Topics __1920’s Project Assignment__ Chrysler Building, William Van Alen, Art Deco design style Researched by Abby Wilmer William Van Alen (architect) with his wife || Front of a building styled with Art Deco characteristics || Finished Chrysler Building || Poster for an art show that included the newer style of Art Deco ||
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__Task One---DESCRIBE YOUR TOPIC -Due Tuesday, February 7__ Each topic includes an association or movement and an individual. Please write __two__ extended power paragraphs that address the following prompt:**Explain the achievements associated with your topic. Who and what were altered? Describe why both were significant in the 1920s. Explain the relationship between the individua****l and the association or movement.**

The construction of the Chrysler Building and other skyscrapers during the 1920s included the achievement of a new way to build, design, and show nations around the world the U.S. is a world power. Before skyscrapers most buildings were less than six stories tall, so a new way to support the massive structure was necessary. According to Neil Larry Shumsky, a professor of history at Virginia Tech University, “[Tall buildings demanded] standards for safety, wind sheer, ventilation, and internal transportation…just as important were steel construction techniques that reduced the volume of the building needed for supporting walls” (Shumsky 1).  Architects like William Van Alen, who planned the Chrysler Building, understood that their plans must adapt to the size of the skyscrapers, which is exactly what they did, with style and design too. William Young and Nancy Young, both have written numerous historical books together, wrote in their article titled "Art Deco", “the Chrysler Building [is] categorized as Art Deco architecture because of many decorative elements incorporated into their designs” ("Art..." Young, Young 2). Originally, Van Alen was paired with another, but they separated and Walter P. Chrysler, involved with automotives, joined Van Alen. In another essay by William Young, writer of many historical books and articles, titled "The Chrysler Building", he states “Chrysler wanted a statement, a building that would reflect both his and his company’s success, and he got his wish...the Chrysler Building achieved a record-breaking height of 1.048 feet” ("The Chrysler..." Young 1). Although the plans were altered, The Chrysler Building reflects the future of building vertically, new design, and America showing the world its potential.

Willian Van Alen and the Art Deco movement accomplished the Chrysler Building which has become a significant symbol for the 1920s in America. The building’s design is so well known and has even inspired other structures worldwide. Shymsky also wrote, "Skyscrapers have also been symbolic of the American dream" (Shumsky 1). People from other countries see America when they see the building, but there is so much more and it is all what meets the eye- the visual details. In one of Young's articles, “the Chrysler Building bespeaks an optimism about a modern, technological age, one in which automobiles (preferably Chrysler products) would play a major role” ("The Chyrsler..." Young 2). Van Alen had always wanted to be an architect and even went to school for it, but when he returned to New York he realized he loved new and modern styles better. Neal Bascomb, an American author and journalist that specializes in Economies and English literature, wrote "When he returned to New York in 1910, 'he tingled with the touch of approaching modernism'...[Van Alen thought] 'No old stuff for me! No bestial copyings of arches and colyums and cornishes! Me, I'm new! Avanti!'" (Bascomb 1). The combination of the Art Deco movement and Architect William Van Alen produced a relationship that was inspirational, historical, symbolical, and unforgettable.

__Task Two-EVALUATE YOUR TOPICS INFLUENCE-Due Friday, February 10__ Please write two extended power paragraphs which each cite a minimum of three credible sources. Discuss the scope of influence of your topic on the 1920s. How extensive was the influence? Which part of society was influenced? Did the change endure or stimulate additional changes? What is the topic's legacy? What impact did the topic have in the Twenty-First century.

The Chysler building still stands today representing America, the 1920s, and the Art Deco movement in a monumental form, therefore has had a long scope of influence since its creation. This skyscraper symbolizes so much because of the people affected. According to Neal Bascomb, "The architects of New York's best-loved landmark, William Van Alen, has been all but forgotten in the half- century since his death" (Bascomb 1). Although the architect of the giant structure is not remembered, people around the world notice the Chrysler Building as a symbol of America because of its popularity in New York. William H. Young, also agrees many have been inspired by the Chrysler building in his "International Style"article when he wrote, “The Hubcaps and hood ornaments of the Chrysler Building, so beloved by generations of onlookers” ("International..." Young 1). The legacy easily carries on because the structure is around today and the architecture is adored by tourists, and the traveling and tourism part of society was impacted. Additionally, the working part of society changed because people now worked in tall buildings and competition sparked according to Shumsky, "New York experienced a feverish competition to build the highest structure in the world" (Shumsky 2). More and more skyscrapers were built, providing America with new cities, which adds to the impacts of the Chrysler Building and Art Deco movement.

<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">The architecture of the Chrysler Building was influenced by France and the Art Deco movement mostly from architects who had moved to America and the spread of these ideas helped connect the cultures of Europe and America. Robert Twombly, a professor of architectural history, wrote “European modernism had captured the mainstream of American architecture… [American buildings] became an omnifunctional symbol of globalization” (Twombly 3). This globalization was a way of making the world smaller and one step closer to a national culture. When Shumsky wrote about skyscrapers, he said "in an urban society [there] is the need to bring people and facilities together" (Shumsky 1). National culture was a popular theme in the 1920s and the Art Deco movement helped the national culture movement by creating the modern cities where everyone wanted to meet and connect with unlike people. William H. young and Nancy K. young explain the legacy of the Art Dec o movement by stating, "the popularity of many cheaps Art-Deco-inspired knickknacks in the Depression era served as a comforting reaction to the austerity imposed bu the financial crisis" ("Art..." Young, Young 2). Since the m ovement affected buildings like the Chrysler Building and even smaller products like jewelry, the style continues into the Twenty-first century.

<span style="background-color: #9008b6; color: #7dff00; display: block; font-family: Georgia,serif; font-size: 19px; text-align: left;">Task ThreeJUDGE THE IMPACT OF THE INDIVIDUAL & ASSOCIATION---Due Feb. 15 <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 15px; text-align: left;">Now that you have a basic understanding of your topic, and you know the scope of its influence, explain the forces that produced or created the topic. Additionally, what were the driving forces behind the society's reaction to your topic? Use the criteria described in the the Great Man Continuum to determine your topics long-run influence on society. Place your topic on the continuum and justify the reasons for your placement. Please confine your analysis to two extended power paragraphs with each citing a minimum of three credible sources.

<span style="display: block; font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif; font-size: 120%; text-align: left;">The Art Deco movement originated in France, but became a widespread look that swept the world. William H. Young and Nancy Young's article, he writes "Paris served as the site for the Exposition des Arts Decoratifs et Indutriels Modernes. Over 16 million people viewed the show, an international celebration of new design trends, giving legitimacy to many of the latest movements in art and design" ("Art..." Young, Young 1). Newer buildings, dance halls, and salons reflected the new art type with symmetry, zig-zags, geometric shapes, stripes, and an overall modern look, but since America took a long time to accept the style it was a driving force to be a part of the popular show. As William H. young wrote in another article, "In 1932, New York City's Museum of Modern Art mounted an important show that is called, simply, Modern Architecture...[two authors wrote] a book that introduced many people to both the terms and these new trends that grew in importance and popularity throughout the 1930s " ("International..." Young 1). The first Paris show was in 1925, so obviously Americans responded late to the idea, but it was so well-known that once America had an organization involved, the entire population wanted to be involved. In yet another article by William H. Young, "Chrysler wanted a statement, a building that would reflect both his and his company's success, he got his wish" ("The Chrysler..." Young 1). Part of the characteristics of the 1920s was flaunting money and Chrysler surely did that by building a massive structure with new artistic details including shinny stainless steel, shiny Chrysler Motor hudcaps and radiator caps, and glass blocks. The Art Deco movement influenced America later than other countries but once America was included many monumental buildings represent the style today.

The Art Deco movement affected the Great Man Criteria in a moderate and wide-spread way. Many of the architects have been forgotten, especially Van Alen who is the architect of the Chrysler Building. In Neal Bascomb's article, he writes "William Van Alen, has been all but forgotten in the half-century since his death...Van Alen never approached the fame of frank Lloyd Wirght of Le Corbusier" (Bascomb 1). It is hard to understand why the architect of such a well-known building would be forgotten or even never heard of. In William H. Young's article, "[The Chrysler building] was the world's tallest building...it is considered one of the finest buildings in the city" ("The Chrysler..." Young 1). Since the Art Deco movement influenced the Chrysler Building, the extent of legacy and significance of accomplishment is wide-spread. The impact on daily life is probably moderate because the art was more something to look at and admire. young wrote "The hubcaps and hood ornaments of the Chrysler Building, so beloved by generations of onlookers" ("International..." Young 1). the details of the skyscraper were influenced by the movement and less than a century later still impact tourists, but otherwise the style of the building does not affect people's lives. Overall, by judging the movements impact with the Great Man continum, the Art Deco movement should be places near an event making hero.

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 * <span style="color: #121917; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">Shumsky, Neil Larry. "Skyscrapers." //Daily Life through History//. <span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">ABC-CLIO, <span style="color: #121917; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;"> 2012. Web. 6 Feb. 2012 <span class="apple-converted-space" style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">. < <span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">[] <span style="color: #121917; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">>.


 * <span style="color: #121917; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">Young, William H. "The Chrysler Building." //Pop Culture Universe: Icons, Idols, Ideas//. <span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">ABC-CLIO, <span style="color: #121917; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;"> 2012. Web. 6 Feb. 2012. <span class="apple-converted-space" style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">< <span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;"> [] <span style="color: #121917; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">>.


 * <span style="color: #121917; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">Young, William H., and Nancy K. Young. "Art Deco." //Pop Culture Universe: Icons, Idols, Ideas//. <span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">ABC-CLIO, <span style="color: #121917; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;"> 2012. Web. 6 Feb. 2012. <span class="apple-converted-space" style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">< <span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;"> [] <span style="color: #121917; font-family: Calibri,sans-serif;">>.


 * <span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Twombly, Robert. "Skyscrapers." //<span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Dictionary of American History //<span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">. Ed. Stanley I. Kutler. 3rd ed. Vol. 7. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 2003. 375-377. //<span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Gale Student Resources In Context //<span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">. Web. 10 Feb. 2012.<@http://ic.galegroup.com/ic/suic/ReferenceDetailsPage/ReferenceDetailsWindow?displayGroupName=Reference&disableHighlighting=false&prodId=SUIC&action=e&windowstate=normal&catId=&documentId=GALE%7CCX3401803883&mode=view&userGroupName=uppe28149&jsid=6cddf01c7eb86274680d5069e28acab5>.


 * <span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Young, William H. "International Style." //<span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">Pop Culture Universe: Icons, Idols, Ideas //<span style="font-family: Calibri,sans-serif; font-size: 120%;">. ABC-CLIO, 2012. Web. 10 Feb. 2012. <@http://popculture.abc-clio.com/Search/Display/1363357?terms=chrysler+building+and+art+deco>.


 * Bascomb, Neal. "For the Architect, a Height Never Again to Be Scaled." // The New York Times // . 26 Mar. 2005. Web. 9 Feb. 2012. <http://select.nytimes.com/gst/abstract.html?res=F10F16F9385D0C758EDDAC0894DD404482&scp=2&sq=for%20the%20architect%20a%20height%20never%20again%20&st=cse>.

<span style="color: #800080; display: block; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 19px; text-align: left;">Rubric for all three tasks: <span style="color: #800080; display: block; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 19px; text-align: left;">Outstanding paragraphs include the following elements: <span style="color: #800080; display: block; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 19px; text-align: left;">✓ Accurate power paragraph format with each paragraph citing evidence from three different sources. <span style="color: #800080; display: block; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 19px; text-align: left;">✓ Correct research components such as credibility statement, internal citations, <span style="color: #ff0000; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 19px;">Works Cited entries <span style="color: #800080; display: block; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 19px; text-align: left;">✓ Thoughtful and thorough response to the each prompt <span style="color: #800080; display: block; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 19px; text-align: left;">✓ A variety of sentences with interesting, clear diction <span style="color: #800080; display: block; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 19px; text-align: left;">✓ Photos exemplifying the influence of the individual and association or movement <span style="color: #800080; display: block; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 19px; text-align: left;">✓ Place your topic on the Great Man Continuum;  <span style="color: #800080; display: block; font-family: 'Times New Roman',Times,serif; font-size: 19px; text-align: left;"> ✓ Complete the criteria table to justify the reasons for your placement.