Sunday, February 5, 2012

What's your Top 5 movies about American History circa 1770-1900?

A friend of mine is starting to study for the citizenship civics test. She has a great grasp of the English language and will fly through the reading, writing and speaking tests. However, she's got no background in U.S. History. I downloaded the study materials and flashcards from the official web site.



I figured some movies might help her, too, if for no other reason than to familiarize her with the main figures in U.S. history.What's your Top 5 movies about American History circa 1770-1900?I don't know many but you can (she can) start with:

"Patriot"

"Glory"

"Revolution"

"The Alamo"

"George Washington" (TV series)

I hope that I helped. Good luck.What's your Top 5 movies about American History circa 1770-1900?The link I gave you has some movies outside the 1770-1900 window, but in addition to the fine choices the first answer provided, these are good...



Dance's with Wolves

Red Badge of Courage

Roots *

Gone with the Wind **



* Begins in 1750...



** Yes, it's sappy and melodramatic, but it does have some historic merit.

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