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He was once erased from the history books because he was considered by communist-controlled Bulgaria, as a dangerous influence. But Bulgarian General Ivan Kolev made his mark by using horses in a time of tanks. Use Kolev's story to help your scholars consider whose story gets told and why.
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Instructional Ideas
- Lead a Socratic seminar around the theme of historical memory, using Ivan Kolev as a case study
- Offer the video as research for a project on key figures or military tactics during World War I
Classroom Considerations
- Learners need some background on the Central and Allied powers to understand all the details in the video
- Part of the larger Who Did What in WW1? series
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Connects Kolev's story to larger themes about historical memory
- Use of intriguing photographs stimulates pupil interest
Cons
- Ad at the start of the video may cause interruption