[PARTNER] Duty to Country - Education Project Launch
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Thursday, January 27, 2022
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
The Duty to Country curriculum explores the history of U.S. imperialism in the Philippines, World War II, immigration and the civil rights movement in a whole new light. These resources help students understand the experience of colonization and war from the perspective of Filipinos, and brings to life the story of the brave and determined veterans who fought for nearly 70 years for the benefits and recognition they had earned.
The DTC curriculum includes five lesson plans on key historical moments: the colonial period, World War II, the establishment of an independent Philippines and the passage of the Rescission Act, and the civil rights movement to restore veterans’ benefits and path to U.S. citizenship. It also features 10 explainers built around primary sources, maps and infographics that help students make sense of this long history. You’ll also find a resource guide, “Teaching with Duty to Country,” that highlights the mix of interviews, primary sources, animations and illustrations, videos and
To watch the livestream, please register on Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/duty-to-country-education-project-tickets-242986117017
Your event DUTY TO COUNTRY - Education Project is coming up soon!
Thursday at 6:00 PM
Organized by Filipino Veterans Recognition and Education Proj
This is the link to watch the livestream:
Contact: Jon Melegrito, 202.361.0296
