In this lesson, students will learn about United States citizens’ rights and responsibilities. Using Anna Coleman Ladd and her experiences in World War I as a case study, students will analyze primary and secondary sources to create a historical narrative explaining the importance of civic engagement in society and what responsibilities Americans have to their country.
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Doing Her Civic Duty: Anna Coleman Ladd and the American Red Cross
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