William Lanson: New Haven Entrepreneur, Abolitionist, and Black Governor

In a land of opportunity, how have the successes of African Americans, Indigenous, Latinx, and other People of Color challenged the status quo?

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The Triumph and Tragedy of Urban Renewal

Who decides what infrastructure is good for people?

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Local Geography and King Philip’s War

What role does geography play in conflict?

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Indigenous Communities of Connecticut

Where did Native/Indigenous communities live in the past and where do they live in Connecticut today?

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William Grimes – Seeking Freedom in Connecticut

How can we find out about people and places in the past?

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Historic Maps: Skill-Builder Activity

How can we use maps to learn about the past?

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1685 Dutch Map

Mapping the New World: Dutch Maps of the Colonies

How did the physical geography of New England affect how the colonies developed?

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Exploring Communities: Using Historic Maps to Learn about the Past

Why do our communities look the way they do today?

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