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The Burning of Washington, D.C. in 1814
Investigate the British invasion of Washington, D.C., the burning of the Capitol and White House, and Dolley Madison's rescue of treasures.
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The War of 1812 and American Nationalism
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Analyze the causes, naval conflicts, major land battles, and nationalistic aftermath of the War of 1812.
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Learning standards covered
5.T4.3Massachusetts Social Studies Standards · 5th GradeDescribe the causes of the War of 1812 and how events during the war contributed to a sense of American nationalism.
5.T4.3.bMassachusetts Social Studies Standards · 5th GradeMajor battles and events of the war, including the role of the USS Constitution, the burning of the Capitol and the White House, and the Battle of New Orleans