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The Battle of Glorieta Pass: A Shattered Dream Lesson PlanThe Battle of Glorieta Pass: A Shattered Dream Lesson Plan
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The Battle of Glorieta Pass: A Shattered Dream

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This instructional activity can be used in American history, social studies, and geography courses in units on westward expansion and the Civil War.

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7th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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