Case Studies in this Unit

American history has been propelled by the power of individuals and groups who have resisted the antidemocratic forces of inequality and oppression.

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Statue of Liberty carrying tomatoes
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Strength in Solidarity
This case study explores the concept of resistance with a contemporary example of migrant farm workers organizing for better wages and conditions.
Buildings with mountains in the background
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Native Resistance
This case study examines the theme of resistance in Native American history and culture across time and place.
Enslaved people working in a large field
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Fighting For Freedom
This case study looks at resistance in the context of slavery and through the contrasting examples of the Stono Rebellion of 1739 and the life of Free Frank McWhorter in the 19th century.
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