Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Welcome to Valley Forge
Washington and his men had to endure six months of harsh winter in their encampment at Valley Forge. Use this site to learn about what they had to deal with and who was there.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Washington at Valley Forge
The time spent at Valley Forge in the winter of 1777 by the Continental Army was a turning point. Read first-hand about the terrible conditions at this winter encampment, but also see how the winter break in fighting helped make the army...
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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.
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission
Explore Pa History: The Philadelphia Campaign Valley Forge
Learn about the people and events surrounding the Battle at Valley Forge in this detailed account of Pennsylvania history. Included in this site are links to audio and pictorial images of this era.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Valley Forge
This site provides a history of Valley Forge from the Valley Forge National Historical Park. Includes a quote from George Washington.
Ducksters
Ducksters: American Revolution for Kids: Valley Forge
Kids learn about Valley Forge. The place where George Washington and the Continental Army spent the winter during the Revolutionary War.
Library of Congress
Loc: George Washington Papers: Books for Young Readers on Washington
A Library of Congress bibliography of books about George Washington for middle school students.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Log on and Learn: Discover Presidental Log Cabins
Designed specifically for the middle school student. This site is full of activities that introduce you to the log cabins of several American presidents. Follow teams on archaeological digs as they discover treasures from the past.