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Legends of America

Legends of America: William Quantrill Renegade Leader of the Civil War

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive look at the bloodthirsty Confederate raider, William Quantrill, and his raiders as they terrorized the trans-Mississippi West in the name of the Confederacy.
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Kansas Historical Society

Kansas State Historical Society: Kansas in the Civil War

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the Kansas "Frontier Guard" that protected President Lincoln, and find out about one of the largest cavalry battles fought in the Civil War at the Battle of Mine Creek in Kansas.
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Oklahoma Historical Society

Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture: Quantrill's Raiders

For Students 9th - 10th
The very name of William Quantrill and his raiders struck fear into the people of Kansas, but it turns out he was hated by both Union and Confederate because of his bloodthirsty ways. Read this article from the Encyclopedia of Oklahoma...
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Other

Potter Flats: The True Face of Sue Mundy

For Students 9th - 10th
A well-documented tale involving the James/Younger gang, and a secret Rebel mission; this page includes a link to a map of the area. Not a spectacular design, but very readable.
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Other

Shadows of the Past: Chronology of Jesse James

For Students 9th - 10th
A synopsis of the life of Jesse James in timeline form. Has links to his family tree, members of the James Gang, and photos.