Melissa Cooper, a History Teacher at Senioritis.io

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Uncovering the Age of Reason: Understanding the significant impact of the Enlightenment on Western civilization

Enlightenment a philosophical movement which dominated the world of ideas in Europe in the 18th century. The Enlightenment included a range of ideas centered on reason as...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

The Life and Accomplishments of Benjamin Franklin: An Inventor, Writer, Diplomat, and Statesman.

Benjamin Franklin One of the founding fathers, famous for presence in the American Enlightenment. earned the title of “The First American” for his early and indefatigable campaigning...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Understanding the Patriot Movement: A Look at the Conservative, Libertarian, and Anti-Government Beliefs that Drive the Movement.

The Patriot Movement Movement or push toward independence in the colonies. Those that supported colonial independence were referred to as “Patriots” while those that were loyal to...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

The Role and Significance of Colonial Militias in the American Colonies

Colonial Militias Groups of able-bodied colonialist men without proper military training that banded together to revolt against British tyrannny. Colonial militias were local military organizations that were...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

The Role of the Continental Army in the American Revolution: From Citizen-Soldiers to Professional Fighters

The Continental Army formed by the Second Continental Congress after the outbreak of the American Revolutionary War by the colonies, created to coordinate the military efforts of...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

The Legacy and Achievements of George Washington: A Founding Father and Military Hero of the United States

George Washington General, Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution. Later named the first President of the United States. George Washington was a prominent figure...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Uncovering the Impactful Themes of Thomas Paine’s Common Sense: A Key Influence on the Revolutionary War

Thomas Paine’s Common Sense Published in 1776. Pamphlet that challenged the authority of the British government and the royal monarchy. Used “Common Sense” and plain language to...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

The Declaration of Independence: America’s Struggle for Freedom and Democracy

The Declaration of Independence the statement adopted by the Second Continental Congress meeting atPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania on July 4, 1776, which announced that the thirteen American colonies,[2] then...