Responding to the readings in the second part of the course, examine some of the

Responding to the readings in the second part of
the course, examine some of the myths and symbols that have shaped our
understanding of women’s roles in times of warfare and violence. What do the
figures of Joan of Arc, Pocahontas, La Malinche, and Mother Courage have in
common? What distinguishes them from each other? How have women been seen
to support—or undermine—projects of militarism, imperialism, and/or
domination? In what ways do these figures carry forward, or oppose, older
archetypes, such as those of Ancient Greek tragedy? Be sure to articulate a clear
thesis and provide as many references to the readings as possible.