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Dan Daly was the quintessential Marine, best known for his military exploits spanning multiple military conflicts. Daly's video biography discusses these adventures and points out his character and unassuming personality.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use as research for a larger biography project
- Show the video for a discussion around the themes of bravery and courage
Classroom Considerations
- Uses strong language
- Learners may need some contextual information around the Boxer Rebellion and American involvement in Haiti
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Intriguing images engage learners' curiosity
- Details of exploits compel young historians to ponder the meaning of courage
Cons
- The content is a bit pedantic and may lose some viewers' interest