1776

1776

• Genre: Nonfiction; history; military history
• Originally Published: 2005
• Reading Level/Interest: Lexile 1300L; college/adult
• Structure/Length: 7 chapters; includes maps and illustrations; approximately 386 pages; approximately 11 hours, 33 minutes on audio
• Central Concern: 1776 is a nonfiction narrative that focuses on that seminal year in American history, offering information about the tumult and triumphs of the American Revolution. The experiences of key figures such as George Washington, King George III, and the soldiers who fought on both sides of the conflict are detailed. McCullough provides a thorough account of major battles, including the Siege of Boston and the Battle of Trenton, highlighting the uncertainty and strategic gambles of the time.
• Potential Sensitivity Issues: Military conflict and violence; the hardship of soldiers; the impact of war on civilian populations

David McCullough, Author

• Bio: Born 1933; renowned American author, narrator, historian, and lecturer; twice winner of the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award; recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom
• Other Works: The Path Between the Seas (1977); Truman (1992); John Adams (2001); The Wright Brothers (2015)

CENTRAL THEMES connected and noted throughout this Teaching Guide:

• The Spirit of the Continental Army
• George Washington’s Character and Leadership

STUDY OBJECTIVES: In accomplishing the components of this Teaching Guide, students will:

• Gain an understanding of the historical context of the Revolutionary War and important leaders of the time.