Category: History and Civics

  • ReBlog CW150: Memorial Day

    In 1970, Memorial Day became a federal holiday on the last Monday in May and now most people are not even sure what the holiday is about because it is the unofficial first day of summer. First, it is about the soldiers who “gave their last full measure” for their country. Don’t tell a soldier,…

  • Haymarket and History

    Teaching can be dicey sometimes. In a world full of soundbites and political blurbs, talking about an event that is highly political and complicated can be difficult. Haymarket and all that is associated with it fall into that category. Using some of the following resources can be helpful when looking at the event. FAQ Was…

  • ReBlog CW150: Cinco de Mayo

    The US was at war and the Mexican Republic was internally divided; so, a convergence of sorts takes place in London, when the foreign governments of Great Britain, Spain and France (with the backing of the Hapsburg throne in Austria) agree to invade Mexico and create a puppet government. What could possibly go wrong?

  • CW150: Memorial Day

    In 1970, Memorial Day became a federal holiday on the last Monday in May and now most people are not even sure what the holiday is about because it is the unofficial first day of summer. First, it is about the soldiers who “gave their last full measure” for their country. Don’t tell a soldier,…

  • US History Blog Posts Topics

    Remember that your writing should be a thoughtful response to the opinionated question. No fluffy bunnies or fence posts. Pick a side and describe your thoughts.

  • US History Finals

    Students are to complete all blog assignments for the school year. In addition, they are to complete one of the essay questions listed below. Students are to complete this alone and will have class time each day for the rest of this week. Explain how the relationship between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton shaped the…