Instructional Video2:45
Makematic

The Indian Removal Act of 1830

K - 8th
The Indian Removal Act of 1830 led to the forced relocation of Indigenous Peoples from the fertile East to the arid West, marking a tragic chapter in U.S. history with the harrowing Trail of Tears.
Instructional Video2:19
Makematic

The Monroe Doctrine

K - 8th
In 1823, President James Monroe redefined U.S. foreign policy with a three-paragraph addition to his State of the Union address. The Monroe Doctrine ultimately led to a new era of U.S. imperialism.
Instructional Video2:44
Makematic

The Nez Perce War

K - 8th
The Nez Perce War of 1877, driven by forced relocations and treaty violations, marked a profound conflict between the U.S. government and Indigenous Nez Perce communities.
Instructional Video2:30
Makematic

Causes of the War of 1812

K - 8th
The War of 1812 pitted the fledgling United States against Great Britain in a second war of independence. But what factors influenced Congress’ contentious decision to declare war in the first place?
Instructional Video14:02
John D Ruddy

War of 1812 in 12 Minutes - Manny Man Does History

12th - Higher Ed
Discover the lesser known war between USA and Canada, and of course Britain. It’s the war that inspired the American National Anthem, and indeed changed the shape of North America in many unexpected ways! Here is Manny Man Does the War...
Instructional Video3:19
Jabzy

War of 1812 - 3 Minute History

12th - Higher Ed
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the War of 1812
Instructional Video
PBS

Pbs: American Experience: We Shall Remain, Tecumseh's Vision

9th - 10th
This video presents the vision and experiences of Tecumseh and his brother in anticipation of creating a Native American Indian state within the United States.