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Revolutionary War. Describe why each side had trouble raising an army? (pg 197-198). Do Now: 1/14 . Analyze Text - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Revolutionary War
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Do Now: 1/14 •Describe why each side had
trouble raising an army? (pg 197-198)
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Do Now
Analyze Text
“History is often portrayed as a string of arias* in a grand opera, all baritone intrigues and tenor heroics. Some of the most tumultuous events, however, have been provoked by serendipity…”-Rite Wilson, “Rose Parks”
*arias-solo performances
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A Serendipitous Victory
2007 SuperbowlNew York Giants vs. New England Patriots
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUHf4Ke6GeI
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Favored to Win?
New York Giants New England PatriotsRecord of 10-6 Record of 16-0
Scored 373 points Scored 589 points
Eli Manning had 3,154 passing yards Tom Brady had 4,731 passing yards
Manning had 23 Brady had 50 touchdown passes
44 touchdowns scored 75 touchdowns scored
Began their season 0-2 (W-L) Began their season 2-0 (W-L)
52 defensive sacks 46 defensive sacks
Made 82% of their field goals Made 87.5% of their field goals
Giants had no Super bowl victories in the past decade
The Patriots dynasty had three Super bowl victories in the past decade
Manning marries college sweetheart Brady marries Victoria’s Secret Model
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Brady Manning
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And they called them…
• Americans• Continental Army• Minutemen• Militia• Patriots• Rebels• Colonists
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And they called THEM…
• British• Red Coats• Loyalists (Colonists who were loyal to the British
Crown)
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Favored to Win?
Americans BritishHome field advantage
Had something to fight for Strongest army in the worldStrong navy
Large population
Lack or training, experience in both army & navy
Unfamiliar territory
Lack of supplies It would take weeks to months for troops/supplies to arrive
War fought at home
Smaller population
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Red Coat Patriot
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Let the Games Begin!
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Do Now: 1/17
• Explain what happens during Battle of Saratoga. What was the Americans strategy?