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Two 50-minute classes.
Andrew Higgins, was a New Orleans ship builder who changed the course
of World War II. His company, Higgins Industries, was developing
boats to be used by the oil industry in their search for oil in the
bayous of Louisiana. His “Higgins boat” allowed for the
amphibious landings along the coast of France during the Normandy
invasion. Students will examine his tremendous contribution to the
war effort and consider how he was the right man to help America
win World War II.
Social Studies,
History
The learner will:
• Identify Andrew Higgins.
• Llist Louisiana’s contributions to the war effort during World
War II.
• Explain how the Higgins boats were used during the war.
National Content Standards in History
http://www.education-world.com/standards/national/index.shtml
Standard 1: The causes of the Great Depression and how it affected
American society.
Standard 1B: The student understands how American life changed
during the 1930s.
Standard 3B: The student understands World War II and how the
Allies prevailed.
Standard 3C: The student understands the effects of World War
II at home.
Louisiana Social Studies Content Standards
http://www.lcet.doe.state.la.us/doe/assessment/standards/SOCIAL.pdf
H-1A-M3: Analyzing the impact that specific individuals,
ideas, events, and decisions had on the course of history; (1,
2, 3, 4)
H-1A-M4: Analyzing historical data using primary and secondary
sources; (1, 2, 3, 4)
H-1B-M18: Discussing significant developments and issues
in contemporary United States history; (1, 2, 3, 4, 5)
H-1D-M1: Describing the contributions of people, events,
movements, and ideas that have been significant in the history
of Louisiana;
H-1A-H3: Interpreting and evaluating the historical evidence
presented in primary and secondary sources; (1, 2, 3, 4)
• Andrew Higgins worksheet.
• Focus for Viewing Video worksheet
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