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Jackie Robinson was more than a baseball legend; he was an activist, too. An interesting resource explores Robinson's time in the military using primary sources. Scholars examine the racially inspired event that led to a court martial and his eventual acquittal. Academics complete an online worksheet and participate in group discussion to understand the obstacles African Americans faced during WWII.
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civil rights, civil rights leaders, the civil rights movement, segregation, world war ii, the military, military history, jackie robinson, activism, american heroes, heroes, racism, intolerance, race relations, african american culture, african american history, african americans, primary source analysis, primary sources, historical analysis, historical context, historical documents, skills review, american history, soldiers
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Instructional Ideas
- Pair the activity with a larger lesson on Jackie Robinson's life
- Compare African Americans' military experiences during WWII and modern day
Classroom Considerations
- A portion of the activity is completed online
Pros
- Activity includes additional background knowledge to assist learners
- The resource can be completed in groups, pairs, or individally
Cons
- None