American Military History

large view Marines raising the flag on Mount Surabachi, Iwo Jima.

Welcome to the American Military History page.

The Big Project (Evolution of a Weapon) was due on October 29th and will not be accepted after November 4th.  

All other assignments must be handed in by November 13th, the last day of the 1st Marking Period.

Our Test on the Civil War will be on Thursday November 12th.  

Course Description:  This course in American Military History is an examination of the American Armed Forces from it beginnings during the American Revolution through the various wars fought by this country up to today’s War on Terror.  Special attention will also be given to various topics like the formation of each of the Armed Forces: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Coast Guard.  Other topics would include the integration of the Armed Forces, advances in technology and American military leadership.  In examination of American wars, particular attention will be paid to World War II.

Double-click on the links below for important documents related to this class.

Modified October 31, 2009.

American Military History Syllabus (doc file)

Small Project ideas - Unit 1 (doc file)

Small project ideas - Unit 2 (doc file)

Small Project Ideas - Unit 3 (doc file)

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