George Washington's Spies and the American Revolution
How the Americans Outspied the British and Won the Revolutionary War.
Mr. Marshall
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4.9
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What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 50 mins in-class hoursHomework
The first less will be based on by Thomas B. Allen's, George Washington, Spymaster: How the Americans Outspied the British and Won the Revolutionary War Paperback – January 9, 2007 Used hardbound copies of this book start at around two dollars on Amazon. It is best to purchase or borrow this book and view it before class. If that's not possible, and overview videos of Washington's spies and the American Revolution would be good preparation.Assessment
This course will prepare students for high school and college classes, but it is mostly enrichment, and does not collect assignments or offer grades. Their will be at two quizzes intended to reinforce what is learned generally given via Kahoot.it.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
From Amazon.com description of the book, (Allen, Thomas B., and Cheryl Harness. George Washington: Spymaster. Washington, D.C.: National Geographic Society, 2007.) "As 1775 dawns, and Washington finds himself in serious trouble. At war with Britain, the world's most powerful empire, his ragtag army possesses only a few muskets, some cannons, and no money. The Americans' only hope is to wage an invisible war—a war of spies, intelligence networks, and deception." This led to the formation of the Culper Ring on Long Island to spy on the British and transmit the intelligence to Washington. How did this ring function? Who was involved? How did they survive the danger and deceit? How did they encrypt their messages and communicate to one another? These are the questions we will consider and hope to answer.
Learning Goals
The course will unpack the youth history book, "George Washington Spymaster," and give an overview of the American Revolution, and especially George Washington's contribution to American victory.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Some mature content is generated by this topic, but it will be appropriate for 10 to 15-year-olds
Supply List
There is no homework, and no preparation is required to take this class. It is recommended for the student to read a book about this topic before, after or during the class to enhance their knowledge of the subject. Students tend to have more fun if they know some of the answers to my questions during the class meeting. I will recommend three titles about George Washington and his spies, but I used Thomas B. Allen's book, George Washington: Spymaster, as a course outline.
4 files available upon enrollment
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Allen, Thomas B., and Cheryl Harness. George Washington: Spymaster. Washington, D.C.: National Geographic Society, 2007
How George Washington Used Spies to Win the American Revolution
https://www.history.com/news/george-washington-general-espionage-culper-spy-ring
American Spies of the Revolution
https://www.mountvernon.org/george-washington/the-revolutionary-war/spying-and-espionage/american-spies-of-the-revolution/
Joined April, 2020
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84reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in History from Pepperdine University
Bachelor's Degree from University of Montana
Not applicable in this caseReviews
Live Group Class
$42
for 2 classes2x per week, 1 week
55 min
Completed by 34 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
2-6 learners per class
