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Primary
Yale University

Avalon Project: Amendments Proposed by Hartford Convention

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the text of the constitutional amendments proposed by the Hartford Convention in 1814, trying to get the federal government to give control of militias to the states and recognize other New England interests.
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Primary
US National Archives

Our Documents: Treaty of Ghent (1814)

For Students 9th - 10th
Access a full-page scan of a page from the 1814 Treaty of Ghent, a transcription, and background information on its significance.
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Activity
Other

Crysler's Farm, Nov. 11, 1813: The Battle That Saved Canada

For Students 9th - 10th
This page gives a very good description and analysis of the Battle of Crysler's Farm from the Canadian point of view.
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PPT
Virginia History Series

Virginia History Series: Virginia Antebellum (1800 1860) [Pdf]

For Students 6th - 8th
From 1800-1860, America went through rapid growth and development. View this slideshow to see pictures, charts, maps,primary source documents and a detailed timeline of Virginia during the Antebellum Era.
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Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Andrew Jackson

For Students 3rd - 8th
The Library of Congress presents a brief biography of Andrew Jackson, with portraits, additional articles about his life, and photos of documents from their archives.
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Primary
University of Groningen

American History: Presidents: Thomas Jefferson

For Students 9th - 10th
Included here are Thomas Jefferson's two inaugural addresses and his State of the Nation speeches. You can follow Jefferson's increased distress concerning the young nation's treatment by European nations. Fascinating reading.
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Activity
Chase Young, PhD

Dr. Chase Young, Ph D: Reader's Theater Script: Sam Houston [Pdf]

For Teachers K - 1st
A reader's theater script with biographical information for the Texas' historical figure, Sam Houston, is provided on these pages. Seven character roles are needed in this activity.
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Interactive
Curated OER

National Park Service: Fort Mc Henry: Hold the Fort!

For Students 9th - 10th
You're in charge of defending Fort McHenry against the British onslaught during the Battle of Baltimore in this game. You must deploy soldiers and resources to survive. You can also perform in the Music Corp and act as a Gun Captain...
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Website
University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: William Henry Harrison

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive look at the life of William Henry Harrison and his brief term as president. Be sure to click through all the essays on Harrison and read his inaugural address.
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Website
University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Andrew Jackson

For Students 9th - 10th
Site provides a biography of President Andrew Jackson by detailing his life before the presidency, his policies while president, as well as his life after the presidency. Provided links give information on the first lady, Jackson's...
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Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: William Henry Harrison

For Students 3rd - 8th
America's story gives a brief overview of the life of President William Henry Harrison. Contains portraits, and photos of actual documents from The Library of Congress' archives.
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Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Thomas Jefferson's Library Is Purchased

For Students 3rd - 8th
When the first Library of Congress was destroyed by the British, Thomas Jefferson offered his personal library as a replacement. This site presents a brief overview of these events, and includes photos and a portrait.
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Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: James Madison

For Students 3rd - 8th
Briefly chronicles the life of the fourth president, James Madison. Contains brief articles, portraits, and photos of documents from The Library of Congress' archives.
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Handout
Library of Congress

Loc: Today in History: August 19: British Troops Land in Maryland & Television

For Students 9th - 10th
An account from the Library of Congress of the famous burning of Washington where Dolley Madison saved priceless treasures from the White House minutes before the British entered the city as well as other historical events, including...
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Website
Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

Gilder Lehrman Institute: Age of Jefferson and Madison

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] After a brief description of Thomas Jefferson's and James Madison's contributions to the early ideology and government of the new United States in their authorship of the Declaration of Independence and...
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Unit Plan
Department of Defense

Do Dea: Ap Us History: Unit 3: The Growing Republic

For Students 9th - 10th
This extensive learning module examines how the United States' efforts to increase foreign trade, add new territory, and isolate itself from Europe affected its foreign policy and other initiatives. It investigates how advances in...
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Graphic
Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Eastern North America, 1812

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of eastern North America in 1812 subtitled 'The War of Independence and the War of 1812-1814.’ The map is color-coded to show the territories of the original thirteen colonies, the territory to the west that was ceded to the...
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Graphic
Curated OER

Etc: Maps Etc: Sketch of the Niagara River Between Queenston and Chippewa, 1812

For Students 9th - 10th
A map from 1832 of the Niagara River between Queenston and Chippewa. During the War of 1812, the Niagara region became an important battleground. Fort Niagara was located on the American side and Fort George was located on the Canadian...
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Graphic
Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Niagara Frontier, 1812

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of the Niagara frontier during the War of 1812 showing forts and towns along the Niagara River.
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Graphic
Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: The Great Lakes, 1812

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of the Great Lakes region at the outbreak of the War of 1812, showing the sites of initial English successes, including Fort Mackinaw, Fort Dearborn (Chicago), and Detroit, which was surrendered to the English by General Hull.
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Graphic
Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Northern Campaign, 1812 1814

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of the Great Lakes region of North America showing the area of conflict during the northern campaign of the War of 1812, from Lake Michigan east to Lake Champlain and the Hudson River. The map shows the routes of Hull, Wilkinson,...
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Graphic
Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Western Part of Lake Erie, 1812

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of western Lake Erie and Lake St. Claire showing important sites during the War of 1812, including the battleground on the River Thames, Detroit, Brownstown, Fort Malden, Frenchtown, Fort Meigs, and Fort Lower Sandusky (Fort...
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Graphic
Curated OER

Etc: Campaigns in Kentucky and Tennessee, 1812 1814

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of Kentucky, Tennessee, northern Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia, showing the battle sites and routes of campaigns during the War of 1812. The map shows rivers and mountains, cities and towns, and forts in the area. An inset map...
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Other

Gala Film: Salaberry's Letter to His Father

For Students 9th - 10th
The leader of the Canadian (British) forces at the Battle of Chateauguay describes the battle and its outcome in a letter to his father.

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