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Karpeles Manuscript Library: The Olive Branch Petition
Gives analysis of the Olive Branch Petition and interactive views of each page of the document. Take a look at the original petition and learn about what it was for.
Other
General George Washington in Massachusetts, 1775 76 [Pdf]
A thematic unit using primary sources to tell the life and military career of George Washington.
Ohio History Central
Ohio History Central: The Iroquois Indians
Information about the confederacy of Native Americans known as the Iroquois. Details how they lived and their allies and enemies, both foreign and from other Native American tribes.
US National Archives
Nara: Teaching With Documents: Revolution and the New Nation (1754 1820s)
Links to primary source documents from the revolution to the new nation.
Other
British Battles: The Battle of Yorktown 1781
The British called the Americans rebels! But in the end, had to surrender to them. Read the exciting account, complete with artwork and facts, of this famous battle that led to the independence of the American states.
US National Archives
Nara: Paintings of the American Revolution
The selected pictures listed are among the audiovisual holdings of the National Archives that relate to the American Revolution. They are photographic copies of works of art. The dates and mediums of the originals and the names of the...
Other
The Ethan Allen Homestead & Museum
This site is a great resource for information about Ethan Allen from the historical society that maintains his homestead.
Other
Valley Forge National Historical Park: Valley Forge Legacy
An intriguing look into the winter George Washington and his troops spent at Valley Forge. You can search for a soldier on the Muster Roll, get extensive information about the Continental Army, and learn about the encampment of the troops.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The American Revolution
A brief overview of the battles and their individual and collective importance in the Revolutionary War. Find out about the battle that turned the tide and brought about needed French assistance.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: American Revolution: American and British Strengths and Weaknesses
Read a brief overview of the strengths and weaknesses of both the Americans and British in the Revolutionary War. How could such a well-funded, militarily strong country be defeated by a former colony, one with no money, little military...
East of England Broadband Network
History's Heroes: Thomas Paine (1737 1809)
This website explores the lives of people who made their mark on history. Features illustrated story and timeline on Thomas Paine. Find out who he was, what he did, his achievements, and his legacy.
Other
Maps of the American Revolution
Although this is a "selling" site, it is a good resource that not only supplies images of maps of the times, but provides the background to the map - when it was published, what was going on at the time, etc.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: American Revolution Lesson: The Regulars Are Coming!
In this lesson, students will review information about Paul Revere and the American Revolution. Students will also determine facts and opinions about the American Revolution. After viewing primary sources, students will complete a...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Our New Nation
After studying the American Revolutionary War, students learn about the founding of the United States of America. Pretending to be the founding fathers, students will divide into small groups to create and design their own nation and...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: "Twenty Questions" History Virtual Fieldtrip
During this activity, students engage in a virtual game of "Twenty Questions" with another class. They will utilize textbooks, trade books, the Alabama Virtual Library, and other Internet sites for reference. Each team (class) will be...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Revolutionary War, Research, and Technology
During this social studies instructional activity, students conduct research on specified topics related to the Revolutionary War. The instructional activity should be used at the culmination of a unit of study on the American...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: The American Spy in Me
This is a fun and innovative lesson that will allow students to travel through history in a most unique fashion. Through Internet research and video conferencing students will get a real blast from the past. Students will hold on to...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Revolutionary War Patriots and Loyalists
Students are assigned a prominent man or woman of the American Revolutionary War. The students will write a two-page report, create a poster person, and then present their research to the class in first person.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Declaration of Independence (1776) and Resource Materials
This is a facsimile of the Declaration of Independence, adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776.
Other
About Famous People: The American Revolutionary War
A good, general summary of the political and military events of the American Revolutionary War in two clickable parts.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1754 1800: Unit Test
Take this eleven question unit test over US history during the period of 1754 and 1800.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1754 1800: Lexington and Concord
AN overview of the Battles of Lexington and Concord.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1754 1800: Social Consequences of Revolutionary Ideals
A quick comprehension check over social consequences of revolutionary ideals.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Sybil Ludington
Sybil Ludington was just 16 years old when she made a night-time ride rallying Patriot soldiers During the American Revolution.