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Exploring Our Nation: American Symbols Of Freedom

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What’s the story behind some of America’s symbols of liberty? Some of the icons discussed include: the American Flag, the Pledge of Allegiance, the Great Seal of the United States, and the origins of “The Star Spangled Banner.” Students also learn the story of the Statue of Liberty and the importance of Independence Hall in Philadelphia in establishing the country. A new symbol of American freedom is Freedom Tower in New York which was built after the Twin Towers were attacked on September 11, 2001. Part of the series Exploring Our Nation.

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Runtime: 17 minutes 24 seconds

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Exploring Our Nation
Episode 1
12 minutes 27 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
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Exploring Our Nation
Episode 2
16 minutes 39 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
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Exploring Our Nation
Episode 3
16 minutes 31 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
Nineteenth century black and white photo of a group of Black adults and children standing against a house. Caption. It was ratified in 1868.
Exploring Our Nation
Episode 4
12 minutes 22 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
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Exploring Our Nation
Episode 5
10 minutes 30 seconds
Grade Level: 7 - 12
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Exploring Our Nation
Episode 6
17 minutes 24 seconds
Grade Level: 3 - 6