An African American Soldier
Defends Fort McHenry


OBJECTIVE:

The students will detail the events in the life of William Williams.

MATERIALS:  "A Black Soldier Defends Fort McHenry"  handout

ACTIVITIES:

1. Distribute the "A Black Soldier Defends Fort McHenry" handout. After reading the handout, ask the students to decide why William Williams wanted to join the army.

2. Ask the students to explain what happened to Williams during the attack on Fort McHenry.

3. The students should write a poem, song, rap, create a picture or make a plaque that honors the actions of Private Williams. Share these with the entire class. Bring or send examples to Fort McHenry and share them with the Rangers.


Lesson #6: A Black Soldier Defends Fort McHenry

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