From Slaves to Soldiers: African Americans in the Civil War

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Tenth graders observe several films, including The Divided Union, focusing on the conditions of slavery and African American soldiers in the Union Army. In addition, they watch Uncle Tom's Cabin and Glory to reinforce their knowledge of the war and the African American participation in it. Prior to watching each film, 10th graders complete KWL film strategy charts.

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abolitionists, the abolitionist movement, plantations