Mr. Barnes’ American History Class
This
web site is designed to help each student develop their knowledge of key
moments in American History. The images below are links to various web sites
that will help with your understanding of material covered in class and to
assist with research projects.
Colonial America: This period deal with the early formation of
the American colonies, which included the original states, known first as
colonies, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Massachusetts,
Connecticut, Rhode Island, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South
Carolina, and Georgia.
Click on this ship
to explore the wonderful information awaiting you on the web site 13 Originals,
where you will be able find lots of information on founding the American
colonies.
The American
Revolution: The American Revolution was
a political movement that in 1776 created a new nation, the United States of
America, ending British control. The British resisted and the American
Revolutionary War resulted, ending in an American victory.
Click on your first president, George
Washington, to view the web site Kid Info, where you can find important facts
regarding the American Revolution; including important people during the
revolution, events, and key dates.
Slavery In America: The earliest African arrivals were viewed in the same way as indentured servants in Europe. This similarity quickly changed when Virginia passed a law in 1662, that Africans would remain slaves for life. This law sparked the African slave trade and the slavery system in America that lasted until the end of the Civil War.
Click on the picture of these captured Africans to view
detailed information from the Wikipedia web site, regarding the African slave
trade and the institution of slavery in America.
The American Civil War: When politics could not settle the issue of slavery, the northern and southern states were forced to arms to settle the issue. The result was total destruction in the south, the end of slavery in America and a nation facing a period of healing and reconstruction.
Click on the picture of the President during the Civil War,
Abraham Lincoln, to visit The Civil War Home Page. This web page is
filled with a comprehensive collection of material related to the Civil War.
Reconstruction After the Civil War: This is the period in history when
Americans was faced with the rebuilding of the south. Many political
issues had to be dealt with, who would be the political leaders in the south
and how to handle the newly freed slaves. The nation was also faced with
the assassination of Abraham Lincoln.
Click on the Emancipation Proclamation to view
the web site America's Reconstruction to view the events following the Civil
War.
Click These Links For Further Information on American History