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Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
Ancient History

Exploring Plato’s Philosophy: The Eternal World of Forms and Theory of the Soul

Plato Socrates’ most famous student; described the ideal form of government in his famous book, The Republic Plato was a Greek philosopher who lived from approximately 428/427...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
Ancient History

Aristotle: The Influential Philosopher, Scientist, and Teacher who laid the Foundation for Modern Thought

Aristotle Father of Natural Science. He believed, unlike his teacher Plato, that philosophers could rely on their senses and nature to provide accurate information about the world....

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Discovering the Legacy of Daniel Morgan: A Revolutionary War Hero and Leader

Who was Daniel Morgan, and what role did he play in the American Revolution? Daniel Morgan was frontiersman was chosen to put together a militia who used...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Importance of France’s Support during the American Revolution

Why was it important for the Americans to win the support of France during the Revolution? France was a rival of the British. They helped the Continental...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

How Rifling Technology Gave Americans a Victorious Edge in the Revolutionary War

What change in the construction of rifles helped the Americans during the Revolutionary War? The long rifle was invented. The barrel was longer than a musket and...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Changing the Nature of War: The Crucial Role of Soldiers and Militias in Professionalization, Weaponry, and Guerrilla Warfare

Name three ways in which soldiers and militias changed how war was fought. 1. Frontiersmen trained rebels and soldiers guerrilla warfare 2. The introduction of the long...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Understanding Militias in the United States: Origins, Beliefs, and Controversies.

Militias Civilian soldiers who are trained to fight but not part of the regular army Militias are organized groups of armed citizens that operate outside of the...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

The Role of Loyalists during the American Revolution

Loyalists Colonists who remained loyal to the King during the American Revolution The Loyalists were individuals who remained loyal to Great Britain during the American Revolution. They...