"Should I Sacrifice to Live 'Half-American?'"

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This lesson is part of the Full Muster: Inclusive Histories on Historic Ships. Analyze the ways that systemic inequality in the United States affected Black Americans who were expected to fight for a country that did not afford them full citizenship rights.

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Adults

History

This lesson is "Adult Audience Analyzing Propaganda" Follow the lesson plan as you guide participants through a discussion on how the United States government used propaganda posters to encourage citizens in supporting the war effort during World War...

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Adults

History

This activity is "Sailor Art."  Follow the activity guide as you lead participants through a discussion on what sailor art is, how it is preserved. You can use the slideshow to guide discussion and have participants investigate the topic...

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History

Learn to analyze physical artifacts to understand the past.

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