civil war archives in washington dc
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Curipod generated lesson: "civil war archives in washington dc". #5-7
celia
Updated 3 months ago
1. Word cloud
120 seconds
How would you describe the Civil War in a few words?
2. Slide
60 seconds
Learning objective:
3. Slide
60 seconds
Civil War Archives in Washington D.C.
See artifacts and documents from the Civil War at the National Archives in D.C. Learn about the history of the Civil War and how it changed America at the National Museum of American History. Visit the Lincoln Memorial to experience a monument dedicated to President Abraham Lincoln.
4. Slide
60 seconds
Did you know?
The National Museum of Civil War Medicine in Frederick, MD, houses the largest collection of Civil War artifacts and documents in the world. The Smithsonian Institution was established in 1846 and houses a large collection of Civil War photographs, documents, and artifacts. The National Archives in Washington DC houses the original Emancipation Proclamation, signed by President Abraham Lincoln.
5. Open question
180 seconds
Work together in pairs: Question: What is the main purpose of the Civil War archives in Washington, DC?
6. Personalised Feedback
360 seconds
What valuable information can be found in the Civil War archives in Washington DC and how does it contribute to our understanding of this historic event?
7. Open question
180 seconds
Work together in pairs: What are three ways that visiting the Civil War archives in Washington, DC can help 8th grade students better understand the history of the Civil War?
8. Drawings
450 seconds
Brain break: Draw a giant fluffy marshmallow character having a dance party with a group of happy fruits
9. Poll
60 seconds
Which agency in Washington DC is responsible for maintaining civil war archives?
- National Archives and Records Administration
- Smithsonian Institution
- Library of Congress
10. Poll
60 seconds
What is the name of the famous civil war archive located in Washington DC?
- Smithsonian National Museum of American History
- National Civil War Museum
- Civil War Trust
11. Poll
60 seconds
In which year did the Civil War officially end?
- 1876
- 1865
- 1848
12. Poll
60 seconds
Which battle is considered a turning point in the American Civil War and has its own archive in Washington DC?
- Battle of Gettysburg
- Battle of Antietam
- Battle of Bull Run
13. Poll
60 seconds
What type of documents can be found in civil war archives?
- Photographs capturing scenes from the civil war.
- Artifacts like weapons and uniforms from the battlefield.
- Diaries, letters, and journals from soldiers and civilians.
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