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Local Geography and King Philip’s War

What role does geography play in conflict?

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Geographies of Food: The Roles of Migration, Landscape, and Food Availability in the United States

How have geography and history shaped regional differences in foods in the United States?

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Foodscapes of Connecticut

What geographical and historical factors affect the foodscapes of Connecticut?

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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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The Iron Industry of Northwest Connecticut

Would there have been a thriving iron industry in Connecticut without the geological and geographical advantages of the northwest corner?

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