Musical Morale for General Sherman’s Army

Teach the role music played to boost morale during the Civil War through the song “The Blue Juniata”

By: Patricia Finn & Dr. Susan Key
Estimated Time: 30 - 40 Minutes
Specific Reccomendation: 8th grade Social Studies [Civil War]

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Lesson Details

Goals/Objectives:

  • Define “morale” and understand the role music played to boost morale during the Civil War
  • Identify elements of “The Blue Juniata” that promote morale, including both music and text elements

Common Core Standards:

  • RH.6-8.1: Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.
  • W.8.1: Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence

Additional materials: ‘General Sherman & “The Blue Juniata”‘ Handout

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