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Drums of War

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Students research the political climate prior to major American wars of the past, then reflect on the current call for power to confront Iraq. They create posters using newspaper articles and headlines to highlight the major opinions of that time.

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Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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1 hr
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