War Between the States

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War Between the States is a comprehensive look at the greatest watershed event in American History.  It will examine the origins and economic impact of slavery.  Students will decipher and understand the politics and compromises that paved the way to the war.  The course will examine the art of war, Ft. Sumter, and every major confrontation that occurred between 1861-1865.  The class will also incorporate the local aspect and engagements of the war.  An express emphasis will be given to vocabulary and geography skills as well.

 

 

 

 

Weekly Plan for August 9, 2010*

Monday

Registration Day- 1/2 for students

Tuesday Teacher Professional Development
Wednesday Teacher In-Service Day
Thursday Class Introduction- Class info cards- website intro
Friday Begin Ch 1- "All Night Forever"

* Plans subject to change- this is only a rough guide

 


Faces of the War           Virtual Field Trips          Museum Project            Final Exam Review


 


"It is well that war is so terrible, for we should grow too fond of it"

                                                                                    - Robert E. Lee



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