The Unification of Germany 1815–1919

Students will learn about Germany History from the Post-Napoleonic Period
Students will learn about Germany during the Revolutions of 1848
Students will learn about Otto von Bismarck and his role in Unification
Students will learn about the Wars of German Unification
Students will learn about the period of German History under the rule of Wilhelm II
Students will learn about the causes of the Great War from a German perspective
Students will learn about the reasons for German of the First World War
Students will learn about the aftermath of the Paris Peace Conference

I am a certified (7-12) Social Studies teacher and have taught a variety of honors level courses (AS/A Level, KS3, GCSE, I.B. and A.P.) in both private and public schools over the past 30 years. Historical writing, source analysis, and exam preparation as well as an immersive approach to the study of history has made my classes both meaningful and enjoyable. My tutoring experience has spanned the entire 21st century with ACT, SAT, SSAT, ISEE, A.P. Histories, and Subject Tests. 

Available upon request

Available upon request for specific exams

1 hour per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.

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