Here's a filled-out example of the worksheet based on the topics from Unit 3A: Revolutionary Georgia. Please remember to adjust any information or add details based on your course material or classroom discussions.
Unit 3 Lesson 1: The End of the French and Indian War
The French and Indian War
Who was involved?
The combatants included British colonists and their allies against the French and their Native American allies, such as the Iroquois Confederacy.
What happened? Summarize the event!
The French and Indian War (1754-1763) was a conflict between Britain and France in North America, which was part of a larger global struggle known as the Seven Years' War. It resulted in Britain's victory, gaining significant territories in North America from France.
Where did the event take place?
The war took place primarily in North America, particularly around the Ohio River Valley, the Great Lakes, and along the Appalachian Mountains.
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
The war resulted in increased British territorial claims, leading to more settlers in Georgia and the need for a stronger British military presence, which influenced Georgia's development and interactions with Native American tribes.
The Proclamation of 1763
Who was involved?
The British government, American colonists, and Native American tribes were involved. The Proclamation was primarily aimed at controlling colonial expansion westward.
What happened? Summarize the event!
The Proclamation of 1763 was issued by King George III, which prohibited American colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains to avoid conflicts with Native Americans.
Where did the event take place?
The Proclamation applied to the western frontier of the Thirteen Colonies, particularly affecting areas west of the Appalachian Mountains.
When did the event take place?
The event took place on October 7, 1763.
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
The Proclamation limited Georgian colonists' expansion, creating tensions as settlers ignored these restrictions, which laid the groundwork for future conflicts and debates over land ownership.
Unit 3 Lesson 2: New Laws and Negative Reactions
The Stamp Act
Who was involved?
The British Parliament implemented the Stamp Act, which affected American colonists, particularly merchants and lawyers who relied on legal documents.
What happened? Summarize the event!
Passed in 1765, the Stamp Act required colonists to purchase special stamped paper for legal documents, newspapers, and other publications, leading to widespread protests and the formation of the Sons of Liberty.
Where did the event take place?
This event took place throughout the American colonies.
When did the event take place?
The Stamp Act was enacted on March 22, 1765.
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
Colonists in Georgia, like others, opposed the Stamp Act, organizing protests and boycotts that contributed to a growing revolutionary sentiment among the colonies.
Unit 3 Lesson 4: Rebellion and Independence
The writing and signing of the Declaration of Independence
Who was involved?
The Continental Congress, which included significant figures such as Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and John Adams, and the American colonies.
What happened? Summarize the event!
The Declaration of Independence was drafted in 1776, proclaiming the American colonies' separation from British rule, affirming natural rights, and outlining grievances against King George III.
Where did the event take place?
The drafting and signing occurred primarily in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
When did the event take place?
It was adopted on July 4, 1776.
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
Georgia's delegates—button Gwinnett, Lyman Hall, and George Walton—signed the Declaration, indicating the colony's commitment to independence and participating in the broader revolutionary movement.
Unit 3 Lesson 6: The American Revolution
The Battle of Kettle Creek
Who was involved?
Patriot forces, led by Elijah Clarke, fought British Loyalists in the battle.
What happened? Summarize the event!
The Battle of Kettle Creek, fought on February 14, 1779, was a significant Patriot victory where militia forces attacked Loyalist troops, securing supplies and boosting morale.
Where did the event take place?
The battle took place near Kettle Creek in Wilkes County, Georgia.
What region(s) of Georgia did the event take place in?
Coastal Plain and Piedmont regions.
When did the event take place?
It occurred on February 14, 1779.
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
The victory at Kettle Creek strengthened the Patriot cause in Georgia and exemplified local resistance against British authority, encouraging further enlistment in the Revolutionary effort.
The Siege of Savannah (during the American Revolution)
Who was involved?
The British forces, commanded by General Augustine Prevost, versus American and French forces at the Siege of Savannah.
What happened? Summarize the event!
The Siege of Savannah took place in 1779 when American and French troops attempted to lay siege to British forces in Savannah but were ultimately repelled.
Where did the event take place?
The Siege occurred in Savannah, Georgia.
What region(s) of Georgia did the event take place in?
Coastal Plain region.
When did the event take place?
The siege lasted from September 16 to October 18, 1779.
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
Although unsuccessful, the military collaboration during the Siege of Savannah highlighted the strategic significance of Georgia in the Revolutionary War and the enduring struggle for control between the British and the fledgling United States.
Unit 3 Lesson 7: Georgia Under the Confederation Government
The Articles of Confederation
Who was involved?
The delegates of the Continental Congress representing the thirteen states, including Georgia, were involved in crafting the Articles of Confederation.
What happened? Summarize the event!
The Articles of Confederation, ratified in 1781, established a weak central government and emphasized states' rights, leading to challenges in governance and economic instability.
Where did the event take place?
The Articles were created and ratified across all thirteen states.
When did the event take place?
The Articles were ratified on March 1, 1781.
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
The inadequacies of the Articles affected Georgia significantly, particularly in military defense and economic policy, ultimately paving the way for calls to revise the framework of governance.
Unit 3 Lesson 8: Calling the Constitutional Convention
The Constitutional Convention and the new US Constitution
Who was involved?
Delegates from various states, including notable figures like James Madison, George Washington, and Alexander Hamilton, were involved in creating the Constitution.
What happened? Summarize the event!
The Constitutional Convention took place in Philadelphia in 1787, where delegates developed a new Constitution to create a stronger federal government, replacing the Articles of Confederation.
Where did the event take place?
The convention occurred in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
When did the event take place?
It convened on May 25, 1787, and concluded with the signing on September 17, 1787.
Why is this event important to Georgia’s history?
Georgia played an active role in the convention, supporting the Constitution that would shape the future governance of the state and the nation, and highlighting its commitment to a stronger federal unity.
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