Spanish and British forces clash at Mobile in a Revolutionary-era battle for the Bay.
Why was Africa so rapidly colonized? Many factors came into play that led to European nations to scramble to control territories in the late 1800s.
A quick primer on the Safari Hat's history, how to wear a pith helmet & why it needs a spot in your closet if you live in hot summer climates.
The Maji Maji Uprising in Tanganyika was the most significant African challenge to German colonial rule during the brief period when Germany had African colonies. The Uprising lasted two years and involved people over 10,000 square miles. During the “scramble for Africa” that began with … Read MoreMaji Maji Uprising (1905-1907)
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A long time ago Abraham heard a voice inside that urged him to travel to the promised land. Although many years have passed since that day the thrill of travelling remains the same. Of course somet…
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American colonies, the 13 British colonies that were established during the 17th and early 18th centuries in the area that is now a part of the eastern United States. The colonies grew both geographically and numerically from the time of their founding to the American Revolution (1775–81).
Australia has a colourful colonial past. Explore this rich history with these high quality timeline posters (18 included), linked to the Year 5 Australian HASS curriculum. Each poster features a key milestone that lead to the establishment of the various colonies around Australia. They are bound to compliment any classroom decor! Like the look of these posters? Why not bundle and save!! Life in Colonial Australia MEGA Bundle These posters compliment the following Australian Curriculum Year 5 HASS content descriptors covered: - Reasons (economic, political and social) for the establishment of British colonies in Australia after 1800 (ACHASSK106) - The nature of convict or colonial presence, including the factors that influenced patterns of development, aspects of the daily life of the inhabitants (including Aboriginal Peoples and Torres Strait Islander Peoples) and how the environment changed (ACHASSK107) - The role that a significant individual or group played in shaping a colony (ACHASSK110) Events included in these posters (note the content described here is paraphrased and in more detail on the posters): 1770 - James Cook explores Australia 1786 - Arthur Phillip is appointed governor 1788 - First Fleet arrives at Port Jackson 1790 - The Second Fleet arrives 1793 - Arthur Phillip's term as governor ends 1802-03 - Flinders circumnavigates Australia 1803 - Penal Colony established in Tasmania 1808 - William Bligh forced from office 1810 - Lachlan Macquarie begins as governor 1813 - Blaxland, Lawson, Wentworkth complete Blue Mountains crossing 1824 - A penal settlement is established in Moreton Bay 1829 - Colony of Perth is established 1835 - Settlement is established in Port Phillip 1836 - Settlement established in South Australia 1842 - South Australia declared a colony 1851 - Victoria declared a colony 1859 - Queensland declared a colony 1868 - Western Australia receives last convicts Take a look at some of the great feedback for this resource: "I love your product! Thanks! The posters will look great on my classroom wall!" "Everything I need to teach this unit" "Excellent resource." If you liked the look of these posters, you may also like these: — The First Fleet Lapbook Activities and Unit Plan — Federation Timeline Posters — Famous Australians MEGA bundle Classroom Posters FAQ Can I share this resource with my teaching partner? No. This product is for personal use only. Multiple licences are available for use among more than one person. On what size paper is this resource best printed? This resource is designed to be printed on A4 sized paper. To fit other paper sizes, ensure you hit 'fit to page' before printing. Don't forget that leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases. I love that feedback! If you want to connect with me further, check out Ridgy Didge on these social media platforms: - Facebook - Instagram - Pinterest Please feel free to contact me with any questions. Thank you so much, Mel
South Carolina was treated as if it were part of the Caribbean
March 8 is International Women's Day (US has its equivalent on the 26th of August) which celebrates the struggle for women's rights. Throughout history, many strong women had to rise against the odds and fight for their dreams and passions, equality and solidarity among men. Their bravery contributed to shaping today's world, and has to be remembered.
This wonderful old map of French Colonial Empire and Imperial Sea Routes was originally published in 1938. It was created by Taride.This beautiful map, with a French transcript, shows the French Colonial Empire and its sea routes.This was France's second empire, which began with the conquest of Algiers in the...
During the 17th century, the first Europeans that settled in the Middle Colonies of British North America – composed of Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania – were the Dutch and Swedish Lutherans. In 1681, William Penn, a Quaker,...
The National Trust has released results of an internal audit that confronts the challenging history of many of Britain's stately homes.
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Early American colonists may not have had electricity, plumbing or cars, but they found ways to make daily life easier with these objects.
A 1763 massacre by colonial settlers exposed the irreconcilable contradictions of conquest by people concerned with civility.
Hair played a major Cultural function in Pre-Colonial African Societies. For example, people from Nations like the Yoruba, Mende and Wolof used it to communicate things such as ranking, religion, wealth, ethnic identity as well as marital status. Additionally, they were also distinct hairstyles which indicated Royalty. Hair
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An article featuring an infographic with a timeline of key historical events in Colonial America.
In eighteenth century France, Rococo was the popular style of art. Painters such as Antoine Watteau, Jean-Honoré Fragonard and François Boucher had given art lovers a highly ornate and decorative f…
How well do you know the original 13 colonies ? What were the 13 colonies ? = British Colonies Where were the colonies located ? = Atlantic coast of North America. When were they founded in order ?…
David Cameron's ancestors were among the wealthy families who received generous reparation payments that would be worth millions of pounds in today's money
They say that home is where the heart is, but in a world of wildly divergent landscapes and cultures, “home” looks different for everyone. Here are 13 interesting house styles from around the globe, reflecting the lives and histories of those who reside in them.
Massachusetts, also known as The Bay State, The Old Colony State, The Puritan State and The Baked Bean State, has a lot to see and explore. Have a look of ... Read more
Bills of the time were covered in beautifully unique designs.
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Created on March 22, 2012, this blog is dedicated to the rich and diverse Philippine cultures and it's people. You will learn about our precolonial history, cultures, myths, and folklore. Other topics include Filipino/Filipino-American history, our traditional tattoo's, dancing, music,...
In 1898, American Colony Photo Department, (later the Matson Photo Service), took these pictures of Bedouins in Egypt, the Sinai, Palestine and Jerusalem.
Pre-Colonial Traditional Clothing (Note: Though this is mainly about the clothing in the Visaya's, they were also found in other parts of the Philippines like the Tagalogs with the same name, unless...
Australia has a colourful colonial past. Explore this rich history with these high quality timeline posters (18 included), linked to the Year 5 Australian HASS curriculum. Each poster features a key milestone that lead to the establishment of the various colonies around Australia. They are bound to compliment any classroom decor! Like the look of these posters? Why not bundle and save!! Life in Colonial Australia MEGA Bundle These posters compliment the following Australian Curriculum Year 5 HASS content descriptors covered: - Reasons (economic, political and social) for the establishment of British colonies in Australia after 1800 (ACHASSK106) - The nature of convict or colonial presence, including the factors that influenced patterns of development, aspects of the daily life of the inhabitants (including Aboriginal Peoples and Torres Strait Islander Peoples) and how the environment changed (ACHASSK107) - The role that a significant individual or group played in shaping a colony (ACHASSK110) Events included in these posters (note the content described here is paraphrased and in more detail on the posters): 1770 - James Cook explores Australia 1786 - Arthur Phillip is appointed governor 1788 - First Fleet arrives at Port Jackson 1790 - The Second Fleet arrives 1793 - Arthur Phillip's term as governor ends 1802-03 - Flinders circumnavigates Australia 1803 - Penal Colony established in Tasmania 1808 - William Bligh forced from office 1810 - Lachlan Macquarie begins as governor 1813 - Blaxland, Lawson, Wentworkth complete Blue Mountains crossing 1824 - A penal settlement is established in Moreton Bay 1829 - Colony of Perth is established 1835 - Settlement is established in Port Phillip 1836 - Settlement established in South Australia 1842 - South Australia declared a colony 1851 - Victoria declared a colony 1859 - Queensland declared a colony 1868 - Western Australia receives last convicts Take a look at some of the great feedback for this resource: "I love your product! Thanks! The posters will look great on my classroom wall!" "Everything I need to teach this unit" "Excellent resource." If you liked the look of these posters, you may also like these: — The First Fleet Lapbook Activities and Unit Plan — Federation Timeline Posters — Famous Australians MEGA bundle Classroom Posters FAQ Can I share this resource with my teaching partner? No. This product is for personal use only. Multiple licences are available for use among more than one person. On what size paper is this resource best printed? This resource is designed to be printed on A4 sized paper. To fit other paper sizes, ensure you hit 'fit to page' before printing. Don't forget that leaving feedback earns you points toward FREE TPT purchases. I love that feedback! If you want to connect with me further, check out Ridgy Didge on these social media platforms: - Facebook - Instagram - Pinterest Please feel free to contact me with any questions. Thank you so much, Mel
In 1898, American Colony Photo Department, (later the Matson Photo Service), took these pictures of Bedouins in Egypt, the Sinai, Palestine and Jerusalem.
A wild socialite and daughter of an American textile industrialist, de Janzé is one of the best known members of Kenya’s notorious Happy Valley set and was
