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York PA's role in the American Revolution

Gates House and Plough Tavern

Court House in York when Congress was in town

Introduction: In my Early American History class the biggest two events are the Revolutionary War and the Civil War; York, PA played a role in both events. I selected the Revolution because York has maintained the Gates House and Plough Tavern from that period. York also has built a replica of the Colonial Court House in which the Articles of Confederation were written. The purpose of the lesson is for the students to understand why these buildings are important to US history and local history.

Students: an introduction and conclusion and paragraphs on the following. The essay will be graded by a rubric. 1. Life of 2nd Continental Congress in York 2. Formation of Articles of Confederation 3. Plot to overthrow Washington as leader of the army 4. Start of a prison of war camp
 * Students will use book "Nine Months in York Town" by James McClure for background knowledge
 * Students will follow timeline of events in York
 * Students will complete Web quest
 * Students will complete NARA Photo Worksheet for photos
 * Students will complete an essay on the role York, Pa played in the Revolutionary War. The essay will include

Conclusion: I am hoping after the students complete this project they will have an interest to go to York to see our heritage. I am hoping they will use York Historical Society and the PA Historical in Harrisburg.

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