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University of North Carolina

Documenting the American South: John Hill Hewitt, "War"

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This gives the history of the Civil War from its beginning to the Battle of Richmond in poetic verse written by John Hill Hewitt (1801-1890 CE). The introduction firmly establishes the sourthern sympathies of the writer.
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Civil War Home

Home of the American Civil War: The Eastern Theater: The Peninsula Campaign

For Students 9th - 10th
A lengthy description of the Peninsula Campaign. Read about the strategy involved in this lengthy campaign, the goals, and the results for both the Union and Confederacy. From "Epic Battles of the Civil War" by Curtis M. Jingle, Michael...
Handout
Civil War Home

Home of the American Civil War: Chancellorsville Campaign

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief description of the Chancellorsville Campaign of April and May, 1863. From "Epic Battles of the Civil War" by Curtis M. Jingle, Michael R. Brasher, and Warren Von Worley.
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University of Illinois

University of Illinois: Modern American Poetry: About the Spanish Civil War

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive resource covering many aspects of the Spanish Civil War. First read an overview of the conflict before looking at the many primary sources related to the war.
eBook
University of Michigan

Making of America: War Lyrics and Other Poems

For Students 9th - 10th
The University of Michigan offers the full text of "War-lyrics and Other Poems," which was written by a Union sailor and dedicated to former commander, Vice-Admiral David G. Farragut. Users are able to read the text in its entirety, or...
eBook
University of Virginia

University of Virginia: Memorandum During the War

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The Electronic Text Center of the University of Virginia presents links to the online text for Walt Whitman's prose writing, "Memorandum During the War" in which Whitman records his thoughts and experiences visiting the wounded in the...
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Library of Congress

Loc: Lyrical Legacy: 400 Years of American Song and Poetry

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore eighteen American songs and poems each represented by an original primary source document, along with historical background information and, in many cases, sound recordings and alternate versions.
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University of Illinois

University of Illinois: Modern American Poetry: Langston Hughes

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
If you are looking for biographical information on Langston Hughes and/or excerpts and reviews of his work, this site is a bonanza! The table of contents makes it easy to click to the section you want.
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Other

Usps: Charles W. Chesnutt: Dreamweaver

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Celebrate Black Heritage Month by studying this Dreamweaver who used his talents as a teacher, writer, speaker, and activist to persuade people to share his passion for a world in which all people are treated equally. Write poems,...
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Biblioteca Virtual Miguel de Cervantes

Biblioteca Virtual Miguel De Cervantes: Poesia Espanola Contemporanea

For Students 9th - 10th
This portal is focused on Spanish poetry of the period between the Civil War and the present.
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Other

Index of Collection of Old Newspaper Anecdotes

For Students 9th - 10th
Jim Lyons's collection of historical newspaper anecdotes, articles, quotes, and bits and pieces from old newspapers are listed in this index. With a click of the mouse you can read and see many examples.
eBook
English Verse

English Verse: Andrew Marvell (1621 1678)

For Students 9th - 10th
A few of Andrew Marvell's poems are offered here in full text, along with a very brief biographical sketch.
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Other

The Progressive Magazine

For Students 9th - 10th
Homepage of the national magazine for peace and social justice, THE PROGRESSIVE. Read recent news regarding social justice here.
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Lucy Larcom

For Students 9th - 10th
Wrote many poems during the Civil War. Some of her published works include Wild Roses of Cape Ann and Childhood Songs.
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Curated OER

Memorial Day, 1898

For Students 9th - 10th
A political cartoon depicting a Union and a Confederate veteran united in support for the Spanish-American War. A painting entitled Twelve-Inch Gun depicting elegant officers and ladies aboard a battle ship, civilizing gentility and the...