Video Category: Year in Revolution

Year in Revolution—1775: The Continental Army

April 17, 2025

Share to Google Classroom   Beginning with an explanation of the militia, this “who” video will educate viewers on the evolution of formal armed resistance in the Colonies, highlighting the creation of the Continental Army after its authorization by the Continental Congress. Featured video topics were suggested by the Institute’s national network of teachers, all […]

Year in Revolution—1775: Liberty or Death

April 17, 2025

Share to Google Classroom   This “what” video introduces the concept of liberty using Patrick Henry’s “Liberty or Death” speech, the liberty tree, and the Sons and Daughters of Liberty. Featured video topics were suggested by the Institute’s national network of teachers, all of whom have participated in its Master Teacher Seminar program. The Year […]

Year in Revolution—1775: Prelude to War

April 17, 2025

Share to Google Classroom   This “when” video introduces the key elements that led to the outbreak of the war, including the Stamp Act, Boston Massacre, and Intolerable Acts. Featured video topics were suggested by the Institute’s national network of teachers, all of whom have participated in its Master Teacher Seminar program. TheYear in Revolution […]

Year in Revolution—1775: Massachusetts

April 17, 2025

Share to Google Classroom   With a focus on Massachusetts, this “where” video will touch on the revolutionary activities that occurred in Massachusetts in 1775. Massachusetts’ story during 1775 illustrates how the British American colonies were pushed to their breaking point and, through the Siege of Boston to the Battles of Lexington and Concord and […]

Year in Revolution—1775: Britain and the Colonies

April 17, 2025

Share to Google Classroom   This “how” video describes the tenuous nature of the relationship between Britain and the Colonies and how a growing sense of neglect, distrust, and over-extension of power led to the desire for liberation from the crown. Featured video topics were suggested by our national network of Master Teacher Seminar alumni. […]