Year in Revolution 1778 New Jersey examines the consequential Battle of Monmouth in June 1778 and underscores the fact that the state of New Jersey served as a critical backdrop for the Continental Army under General George Washington’s command during this year of the Revolution. The video also explores the events at Hancock’s Bridge and touches on the awkward position of New Jersey’s royal governor, William Franklin. Featured video topics were suggested by our national network of Master Teachers Seminar alumni.
The Year in Revolution Series was produced with classroom use in mind. Beginning with 1775 and ending with 1783, students and lifelong learners alike will learn about each year of the Revolution through a comprehensive overview video and five “who, what, where, when, and how” videos. The animated series draws heavily from the American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati’s library and museum collections.
Funding for theYear in Revolution 1778: New Jersey was made possible by a grant from the George S. Rich Family Foundation. The creative team for this series was assembled by the American Revolution Institute and the talented educational production leads at Makematic Limited.
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