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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

1862 MARYLAND CAMPAIGN, AMERICAN CIVIL WAR

For Teachers 11th - 12th
Students explain why General Robert E. Lee decided to invade Maryland in September 1862; review the major events of the Maryland Campaign of 1862; describe the major events of the three phases of the Battle of Antietam; and assess the...
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Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Battle of Antietam

For Students 9th - 10th
This Wikipedia article on the bloodiest battle in American history gives background information on the battle, the battle itself, and the aftermath.
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Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Battle of Gettysburg

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth description of the Battle of Gettysburg, often coined the turning point of the Civil War. Provides background information on what led to the battle and detailed information on each of the three days of the battle.
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Handout
Son of the South

Son of the South: Confederate Generals

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents biographies and resources for a large group of Confederate generals.
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Website
Other

Antietam on the Web

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive resource from Antietam on the Web of the Battle of Antietam, including historical documents, battle maps and much more.
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Website
Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

Gilder Lehrman Institute: Mr. Lincoln and Friends

For Students 9th - 10th
Lincoln was surrounded by friends and family. What were those people like? How did they impact his life? Discover the lawyers, the politicians, the members of Congress -- as well as Lincoln's wife and children. Groups who surrounded...
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English for Everyone

Reading Comprehnsion Assessment: "Battle of Chancellorsville" [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Read Theory provides a free reading comprehension assessment that is designed for students in the high school grades. Nine multiple choice questions and three extended response questions are included on the nonfiction reading assessment.
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Handout
The History Place

The History Place: Battle of Gettysburg

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed description of the events that transpired during the Battle of Gettysburg.
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Handout
Other

Stratford Hall Plantation: General Robert E. Lee

For Students 9th - 10th
This biography of Robert E. Lee is part of a larger site about the Lee family plantation, Stratford Hall. Read about his personal life before and after the war. Included are links to his farewell address and information about the horses...
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Website
Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Bloody Antietam

For Students 5th - 8th
Read an account of the battle of Antietam and the tactical mistakes of the tentative General George McClellan. The bloodiest battle of the Civil War brought about many changes.
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Activity
Other

Stratford Hall Plantation: Birthplace of Robert E. Lee

For Students 9th - 10th
Official website of the Robert E. Lee Memorial Association, dedicated to preservation, research and education. The Association interprets to the public Stratford Hall and the plantation life of the Lee Family, whose ideals and leadership...
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Website
Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Gettysburg: High Watermark of the Confederacy

For Students 5th - 8th
Read about the vision of Robert E. Lee as he led his troops north in the Gettysburg Campaign. A brief overview of the Battle of Gettysburg discusses the major parts of the battle and explains why the outcome of the battle was so...
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Article
Siteseen

Siteseen: Civil Conflict: Battle of Chancellorsville

For Students 9th - 10th
Article contains interesting facts and information about the Battle of Chancellorsville, one of the major battles that were fought during the Civil War on May 1-4, 1863.
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: General Robert E. Lee

For Students 9th - 10th
General Robert E. Lee served during the Civil War.-E. Benjamin Andrews 1895
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: General Robert E. Lee

For Students 9th - 10th
Robert Edward Lee (January 19, 1807 - October 12, 1870), was a career United States Army officer, an engineer, and among the most celebrated generals in American history.
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: General Robert E. Lee

For Students 9th - 10th
General Robert E. Lee (1807 - 1870) was a career United States Army officer and one of the most celebrated generals in American history. He was a top graduate of West Point and is best known for commanding the Confederate Army of...