Guilford Courthouse National Military Park
Describes the history of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse, which marked the beginning of the end of the Revolutionary struggle. This unillustrated text covers topics including the Southern campaign, the Siege of Charleston, the Battles of Camden, Kings Mountain, and Cowpens. Students will learn about the pivotal battle in the Revolutionary War at the Guilford Courthouse when they visit the Military Park.
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- Lesson plan: Learn about your county This activity will allow fourth grade students in North Carolina to learn more about the counties that surround their home county. Using online images, students will create a multimedia presentation to share with others.
- National Park Service Museum Collections: American Revolutionary War Museum items and pictures relevant to the American Revolutionary War 1775-1783 from National Park Service sites.
- The Southern Campaign In 1780 and 1781, the War of American Independence was fought largely in the South, not only between the British and Continental armies but between Patriot and Loyalist militias and between neighbors. A series of bloody battles ended in General Lord Cornwallis' surrender at Yorktown in September 1781, effectively ending the war.
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- Learn more about 18th century, American Revolution, American history, Continental Army, Guilford County, Lord Cornwallis, Nathanael Greene, North Carolina, and history.
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This website from the state library of North Carolina describes the history of the Battle of Guilford Courthouse, which was fought on March 15, 1781 and marked the beginning of the end of the Revolutionary struggle. This unillustrated text covers topics including the Southern campaign, the Siege of Charleston, the Battles of Camden, Kings Mountain, and Cowpens, as well as attacks on the lines.
The park is open daily 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Reservations for school groups or other educational groups should be made at least two weeks prior to visit. For additional information concerning reservations and permits, call (336) 288-1776.
Teachers will find a lesson plan and other instructional materials at Teaching with Historic Places Guilford Courthouse: A Pivotal Battle in the War for Independence.
The National Park Service Website has information about visiting the park.
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