Instructional Video

French Pistols of World War 1

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How can something as simple as a model of a pistol influence warfare in World War I? French pistols serve as a tool to the French soldiers in the time period and create new results in war. The resource includes a demonstration, primary source images to tie the information to soldier's experiences, and plenty of useful facts about French involvement in World War I. 

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Use during a unit on France's role in World War I
Classroom Considerations
  • One installment of a series on technology and warfare
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Teaches scholars how to make connections between social studies topics
  • Uses an expert in the field that understands the concepts in detail
Cons
  • None
Common Core