Tag: Civil War

Video Lessons

What Is Juneteenth And Why Is It Important

The article tells the story of Charlotte Brooks, a young enslaved woman who learned about the abolition of slavery and bravely proclaimed her freedom, escaping with her daughter. It provides a brief overview of the history of slavery in the United States, the abolitionist movement, and the significance of Juneteenth as a celebration of emancipation.

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What Caused The Rwandan Genocide

The article provides a historical overview of the Rwandan Genocide that occurred in 1994. It explains how the conflict was rooted in colonial powers encouraging political division between the Hutu and Tutsi ethnic groups, leading to intense political hostility. The article also discusses the rise of Hutu power, the outbreak of civil war, the genocide itself, and the subsequent justice and reconciliation efforts through the use of gacaca courts.

Fiction

Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell

“Gone with the Wind” by Margaret Mitchell is a sweeping epic set in the American South during the Civil War, following the life of Scarlett O’Hara and her determination to survive and thrive.

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Interview Abraham Lincoln

Conduct an interview with Abraham Lincoln.

Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States and is widely regarded as one of the country’s greatest leaders.

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Interview Julius Caesar

Conduct an interview with Julius Caesar.

Julius Caesar was a Roman statesman, general and author who played a critical role in the events that led to the demise of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire.