This crisis is a “historic” event with dramatic ramifications for American society over the coming months and years. Some would argue this is the most important event during your lives. For this essay, consider how the COVID-19 upheaval has made you think about the category “crisis” differently. How might this event differ from past crises in American history (WWII, Red Scare, Cuban Missile Crisis, Vietnam, War on Drugs, etc.)? What is the connection between crisis and history? Are other periods of normalcy “historic”? You may also wish to consult this digital archive of materials related to COVID-19.