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April 2021
One-Day Seminar: Reconstruction: Four Core Documents hosted by Teaching American History (Held Online)
“Before Union victory in the Civil War was assured, President Abraham Lincoln and his advisors were turning their attention to “reconstruction” in the South. It would be a time for reconciling the North and South, bringing the formerly rebellious Southern governments back into their proper relation with the union, and protecting the basic civil rights of freedmen, blacks, and Unionists in those Southern states. Each of these goals would be difficult in its own right. Reconstruction demanded them all, and…
Find out more »One-Day Seminar: Ratification: The Pennsylvania Story hosted by York County History Museum (Held Online)
When the Constitutional Convention ended in September 1787, a widespread period of public debate over the merits of the plan began. This debate took place out of doors – in churches, taverns and newspapers, by both proponents and opponents – and indoors – in state conventions held in each of the 13 states. The new constitution could not take effect until at least nine states ratified the plan - with state delegates casting a single up or down vote. Over…
Find out more »One Document, One Hour: “MLK’s Letter from Birmingham City Jail” hosted by Alpine School District (Held Online)
We’re excited to announce One Document, One Hour, a new series from Teaching American History. If you’ve ever wanted to discuss history with a group of like-minded people, these seminars are for you! In each session, we’ll discuss one great American speech and its lasting effects on our politics and culture. With only one document to read beforehand and one hour of discussion, participation has never been so simple. Often overlooked in favor of his "I Have a Dream" speech,…
Find out more »One-Day Seminar: Theodore Roosevelt’s ‘The New Nationalism’ Speech hosted by Arizona Department of Education (Held Online)
Delivered in 1910, in this speech TR outlined what would become the foundation of his 1912 presidential platform. In this speech he describes what would be a further evolution of the function of a political party, accountable to the people and majorities. All attendees of this free Seminar will be provided with a certificate for continuing education and a digital copy of the agenda and document (found here). REGISTER HERE
Find out more »One-Day Seminar: Ratification: The Pennsylvania Story hosted by York County History Museum (Held Online)
When the Constitutional Convention ended in September 1787, a widespread period of public debate over the merits of the plan began. This debate took place out of doors – in churches, taverns and newspapers, by both proponents and opponents – and indoors – in state conventions held in each of the 13 states. The new constitution could not take effect until at least nine states ratified the plan - with state delegates casting a single up or down vote. Over…
Find out more »One-Day Seminar: Watergate hosted by Florida Council of History Education (Held Online)
The break-in at the Watergate before the 1972 presidential election was relatively small news at the time; however, keen investigative journalism and a voice from within the Nixon administration eventually led to the downfall and first resignation of an American president. Astonishing in its brazenness, the work of the Plumbers and involvement of the White House dramatically changed how Americans viewed presidential character and the relationship between the press and politicians, ushering in an era of increased partisanship and distrust.…
Find out more »One-Day Seminar: The Election of 1912 hosted by Teaching American History (Held Online)
The election of 1912 represents the high-water mark of early 20th century progressivism, as all four candidates--William Howard Taft, Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, and even Socialist Party candidate Eugene V. Debs--referred to themselves as progressives. This seminar will consider the personalities of the candidates and the issues at stake in one of the most memorable elections in U.S. history. All attendees of this free Seminar will be provided with a certificate for continuing education and a digital copy of the…
Find out more »One-Day Seminar: Reconstruction: Four Core Documents hosted by Teaching American History (Held Online)
“Before Union victory in the Civil War was assured, President Abraham Lincoln and his advisors were turning their attention to “reconstruction” in the South. It would be a time for reconciling the North and South, bringing the formerly rebellious Southern governments back into their proper relation with the union, and protecting the basic civil rights of freedmen, blacks, and Unionists in those Southern states. Each of these goals would be difficult in its own right. Reconstruction demanded them all, and…
Find out more »One-Day Seminar: An Evening with Frederick Douglass: Douglass’ Dred Scott Speech hosted by Colorado Council for the Social Studies (Held Online)
The second in a four-part exploration of the ideas and words of Frederick Douglass, perhaps America’s greatest abolitionist and early Civil Rights leader. This session focuses on his response to the Dred Scott Supreme Court case decision. All attendees of this free Seminar will be provided with a certificate for continuing education and a digital copy of the agenda and document (found here). REGISTER HERE
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