Military History Lesson Plans

In this lesson learners study the key figures in African-American military history. They discover how African-American military history reflect both discrimination and the often heroic struggle to overcome discrimination. They examine the key periods of progress in African-American military history.

Students analyze historical perspectives. In this Reconstruction lesson, students compare and contrast the Northern and Southern views on Reconstruction as they analyze letters from Robert E. Lee and read Confederate Military History.

Learners examine the role of the New Royal Foundland Regiment in World War I and compare it to the present unit. After observing a video, they prepare a technological presentation for the class. Projects can be posted on the Youthlinks Website.

This lesson has students identify and examine four heroes from history and imaginative literature. They discuss the characteristics of a hero and share perceptions of what makes a hero. By comparing and analyzing a few historical and literary figures, the students incorporate the concepts of heroism into their psyches.

In this lesson students discuss their understanding of "intimidation." In groups, they analyze and discuss recent terrorist threats to the scheduled democratic elections in Iraq, and then reflect on whether they believe the elections should continue as scheduled.

This lesson has students are introduced to the experiences of thousands of Hispanics during World War II. After watching an excerpt from "The War", they work together in groups to research more in depth their different experiences. They compare and contrast the Hispanic experience with other minority groups during the war.

In this lesson students research a human aspect of the Civil War and prepare a written report, skit, project board, or computer slide-show about their findings. They focus on how the war affected families who had members on opposing sides of the conflict.

This lesson has students examine world geography by viewing a documentary film in class. In this World War II lesson, students discuss the role Hawaii played in the great battle and what type conflicts happened among the island chain. This lesson has students view a Japanese internment video and answer study questions based on the facts.

Learners explore examples of ancient warfare and discuss the various uses of ancient military technologies. Learners investigate the origins of biological and chemical weapons and create a classroom exhibit depicting technology and strategies used during ancient battles.

Students investigate U.S. foreign policy in Middle Eastern countries, and rank their level of support for American military and diplomatic actions.