Module+7+-+What+Does+an+Army+Need?

=Module 7= = What Does an Army Need? =


 * Activity 8A **

The Continental Army spent a significant amount of time in Pennsylvania during the Revolutionary War. What did they need while they were here?


 * In a blog entry, list what you already know about this topic. Then ask yourself, what do I want to find out about this? List those questions in your blog entry too.**


 * //Readings://**


 * Revolutionary War: The Home Front, a general description of how the war affected people.
 * Remember the Brethren's House in Bethlehem? During the Revolutionary War, the Brethren lived elsewhere and their home was turned into a hospital for injured and sick men from the Continental Army. Floor Plans
 * In this document, search for **Bethlehem** to find out more details. [[file:hospital.pdf]]
 * Musicians in the Continental Army >
 * A History of the life and services of Captain Samuel Dewees. Use the keyword of **music** in your search, and you'll find out some details about music in the Continental Army. This book was written by someone who interviewed Captain Dewees, and many parts of it are in the first person.


 * Activity 7B Secondary Sources **

This secondary source was written in 1858. Use keywords to search within the book for information about the war, the army, and what the army needed.

History of Bucks County


 * Another question to think about. Is it more likely that a secondary source will be more accurate and detailed if it was written closer to the time when the events occurred? Discuss in a blog post.**


 * Activity 7C Answers to your questions **


 * What did you find out? Post in your blog. Read other blogs, and comment on one.**

Go on to Module 8