Curated OER
Morgan's Raid in Ohio
Students examine the cause, effect, and impact of Morgan's Ohio raid during the Civil War. They complete unit sections on the raid, dates, viewpoints, results, and historic markers.
Curated OER
Math
Students, after discussing story detail, make a list of information needed to solve a problem, convert units of time, and discuss the steps to convert units of time.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Reformed Constitution
A description of organization of the Roman army, set up in the 6th century BC, by the Etruscan king, Servius Tullius. This was the basis of the army through the Republic.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: The Military System
The strength of the organization of the Roman army was the key to its success. Read about the composition of the army, Roman military strategy, and weaponry. The road system allowed the army to reach every part of Italy easily.
PBS
Pbs: Napoleon Campaigns and Battles
An extensive site with details of the many battles and campaigns of the Napoleonic Era. Provides great information on Napoleon's skill as a general. Includes a battle game.
Bartleby
Bartleby.com: The Rough Riders
This site contains the best-selling book by Theodore Roosevelt about the Rough Riders. The Rough Riders were a group of voluntary men who fought horseback in Cuba during the Spanish American War.
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: The Union Army in the Civil War
A brief article from "The Historical Times of the Civil War" gives a review of the Regular Army of the United States and its composition at the beginning of the Civil War.
Other
Digital Attic: The Military Affairs of Ancient Rome
Everything you want to know about the Roman army is discussed and explained here in great detail. This covers all aspects of the Julius Caesar's legions in his invasion of Gaul.
Other
Buffalosoldier.net: Buffalo Soldiers and Indian Wars
Excellent resource for all kinds of information on buffalo soldiers, including video clips and photos, as well as a four-part history.
Ohio State University
E History: Introduction to Civil War Cavalry
Read about the role of the cavalry in the Civil War in both the North and the South. Find out about cavalry tactics and weapons as well as information about some of the famous cavalry commanders.
Civil War Home
Home of the American Civil War: War on Horseback
Focuses on the use of horses during battles in the Civil War and explains why they were the military's primary source of transportation. From "Fighting for Time" by Dee Brown.