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Fort Pickens and Fort Barrancas Historic District

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Learners use maps, readings, photos and diagrams to identify and describe events in Pensacola, Florida that preceded the Civil War. They examine the role of Fort Pickens during the Civil War and consider the community impact of military installations.

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the united states civil war

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civil war, fort pickens, pensacola, social studies
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Grade
5th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 day
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Research

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