War! What is it Good For? Homeschool Guided Tour
May 15 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Our young nation was involved in many conflicts throughout the 19th century, like the War of 1812 and the Civil War. Join in on this guided tour to understand how these nation-wide events impacted the people who lived in Upstate New York. Best for ages 8-18.
Guided through stations, your family will explore how our young nation was impacted by the War of 1812 and how this nation-wide event impacted the people who lived in Upstate New York.
Topics we will explore:
- Why the War of 1812 began
- The life of the Upstate New York soldiers who served
- The importance of naval battles & the parts of a ship
- How 19th-century conflicts forced the improvements of medicine and technology
