Course Review: The American Revolutionary War
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What an excellent, in-depth review of the American Revolutionary War that profoundly changed the course of world history.
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Course Difficulty: Medium
Estimated Length: 1 to 2 weeks

Course Description

Over 200 years ago, what was essentially an inter-continental civil war resulted in the birth of a new nation that would eventually become a world superpower.

Thanks to the battles that ensued between Great Britain and her American colonies, the face of the world was altered forever.

In order to more completely understand modern American culture and history, a working knowledge of the Revolutionary War and the events that took place both immediately before and after is essential.

In this class you'll get acquainted (or perhaps, re-acquainted) with the most important, defining events in the time of the American Revolution.

Regardless of how little (or how much) you think you already know about the Revolutionary War, this class has something to offer for just about anyone, anywhere. As long as you possess at least a comfortable high school reading level, from the moment you enroll, you’ll be equipped with everything you need in order to succeed.

After just seven comprehensive lessons, you'll be rewarded with in-depth insights into both the causes and the effects of the Revolutionary War--an impact that is still being made today!

Whether you're an American by birth, an immigrant or just interested in broadening your world history--this class is the answer to all of your questions.

Because this course is built around your convenience, class registration is always open--24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Sign up now to put your historical knowledge to good use!

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Do you know about the Whigs and Tories? How about the Stamp Act? What was the Continental Congress? Why is Paul Revere still remembered today?
 
Each one of the items referenced had a part to play in the United States' most pivotal war ever--the American Revolution. Sadly, despite the defining impact this time period has had on modern history, surprisingly few Americans have a comprehensive understanding of the times and turmoil that ended our colonial days and birthed a new, powerful nation.

In this self-paced, online course, we'll explore a total of seven in-depth lessons:

Lesson 1: Setting the Stage for a Revolution

Lesson 2: The Revolution Begins

Lesson 3: Escalation of the War

Lesson 4: Major Battles & Turning Points of the American Revolution

Lesson 5: The End of the War and the Birth of a Nation

Lesson 6: Heroes of the American Revolution

Lesson 7: Your Final Exam

Along the way, you'll gain comfort with seven essential objectives. We'll study:

  • Learn the multiple causes that wound up prompting the war
  • Learn about the historical impact that was made by three men: Paul Revere, Samuel Adams and John Hancock
  • Gain insight into the famous phrase 'a shot heard round the world'
  • Learn the major strategies (and the resulting outcomes) of defining battles like the Battles of Trenton and Saratoga
  • Better understand our first President George Washington’s role as a military officer and commander
  • Access details on Valley Forge and the final path towards victory
  • Plus, you’ll get acquainted with several other Revolutionary War heroes

Best of all, every one of the materials you'll need in order to successfully pass this class are included in the lesson plan and the associated net-links (there are more than 60!)

Throughout the course, if at any time you encounter questions or topics or subjects that leave you feeling even the slightest bit confused, you can easily remedy that problem by sending an email directly to your course instructor via the Class Email Form (which you can locate under the Communications tab.) Within a few days, direct one-on-one assistance will show up in your email box, facilitating learning and additional discussions for the classroom forums.

Taxation without representation... The Boston Tea PartyThe Declaration of IndependenceThe Paris Peace Treaty

Each of these topics addresses an important part of the American Revolution, and helped to usher in the USA as we know and recognize it today. No longer do you have to use ignorance as an excuse. If you’d like to show a little patriotism, or you’d just like a little extra ammunition with your student studies elsewhere – no matter what the reason, this class has something to offer to anyone searching for additional insight into the Revolutionary War.

The past is an amazing thing. They warn that those of us who fail to learn from the past will be doomed to repeating it. Avoid this vicious cycle by taking a few moments to register for this class today. Enrollment is open on a 24 hour a day, 7 days a week, so it's never too late (or too early) to begin.

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