The Campaign of 1840: The Candidates

Students compare and contrast William Henry Harrison and Martin Van Buren as candidates for president. They explain why the Whigs wanted to find a candidate in the mold of former president Andrew Jackson and discuss whether Harrison fit the mold.

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martin van buren, william henry harrison, social studies

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Resource Details

Grade

9th - 11th

Subjects

Social Studies & History

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Resource Type

Lesson Plans

Audience

For Teacher Use

Year

2004

Usage Permissions

Creative Commons

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