Here's a completed worksheet for a Funko Pop figure based on William T. Sherman:
Character Name: William T. Sherman
Where are they from? Lancaster, Ohio
Drawing of your Funko Pop:
(Since I cannot draw or create images directly, imagine a Funko Pop with the following features: uniformed figure resembling a Union general, distinguished mustache, holding a map, and wearing a military cap decorated with stars.)
When were they alive? February 8, 1820 – February 14, 1891
What were they known for? William T. Sherman was a Union general during the American Civil War, known for his "March to the Sea," where he led his troops from Atlanta to Savannah, implementing total war tactics to undermine the South's ability to fight. He played a significant role in the capture of Atlanta and was a key figure in achieving Union victory.
Accessories (describe at least two accessories your Funko Pop would come with):
- A miniature map of the Southern United States, highlighting Sherman's path during his March to the Sea.
- A miniature campfire with cooking utensils, symbolizing the way Sherman’s troops lived and operated during their march.
Why is this person important to Georgia’s history? What was their legacy (this should be at least 3 sentences):
William T. Sherman is a crucial figure in Georgia's Civil War history due to his strategic military campaigns that significantly impacted the state. His "March to the Sea" devastated the Southern economy, destroying railroads, crops, and infrastructure, which hastened the end of the war. Sherman's actions have sparked much debate over the ethics of war, but his legacy includes the importance of strategy and psychological warfare in military tactics, ultimately contributing to the Union's success in the Civil War.
Rubric:
Criteria
Character information: you have clearly identified the figure’s name, where they are from, when were they alive and what they are known for
Score: 5/5
Accessories: you have described at least two accessories that your figure would come with that relate to their story
Score: 5/5
Importance: you have included at least 3 complete sentences explaining why the person you selected is important to Georgia’s history
Score: 10/10
Image: you have included original artwork showing what your funko pop would look like
Score: 5/5
Total
25/25
Feel free to use this format for any other figure you choose from the list provided!