American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati
The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati promotes understanding and appreciation of the American Revolution's legacy, supporting education, public programs, and research.
Part of:
Inaugural Partners
Contributes To:
7 collections
12 primary sources
Part of:
Inaugural Partners
Contributes To:
7 collections
12 primary sources
About
The mission of the American Revolution Institute is to ensure that all Americans understand and appreciate the legacy of the American Revolution — the event that secured our national independence, established our republic, created our national identity, and articulated ideals of liberty, equality, natural and civil rights, and responsible citizenship that have shaped our nation’s history and will shape the future of the world. The Society of the Cincinnati, the nation’s oldest patriotic organization, created the American Revolution Institute in 2012 to renew appreciation of the history and ideals of our revolutionary generation. Like the Continental Army officers who founded the Society of the Cincinnati, we believe the American Revolution was, in the words of the Institution of the Society of the Cincinnati, a “vast event” that set our nation, and the world, on the path to universal liberty. The Institute supports advanced study, presents exhibitions and other public programs, and provides resources for teachers and students to enrich understanding of the American Revolution and the principles of the men and women who secured the liberty of the American people.
Collection Contributions
(7)
Pivotal Battles and Events of the Revolutionary War
The pivotal battles of the American Revolution, like Bunker Hill (1775) and Yorktown (1781), shaped the path toward independence. This collection helps students explore the strategies, struggles, and stories of individuals on both sides, showing how these key moments impacted the journey toward self-governance.
Learning to Think Historically
Historical thinking helps students uncover the stories behind artifacts, events, and ideas. This collection invites students to ask questions, evaluate sources, and understand how the past connects to today, giving them tools to see history as an ongoing, ever-evolving conversation.
Paradox of Independence - Not Freedom for All
While the Revolution was fought for the right to “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” people of African descent were not included or protected under the newly created government of the United States. This collection invites students to examine the experiences of those who heard the calls for liberty, but were denied full membership in the new nation.
The American Revolution: An Overview
The American Revolution was a fight about self-governance and change. This collection includes primary sources and short, educational videos that allow upper elementary students to explore the political, economic, and social forces that affected the American Revolutionary War.
Civic Virtues
Discover how civic virtues, like honesty, respect, and empathy, help communities thrive. These character traits remind us that everyone can contribute to their community, whether by listening, helping others, or standing up for what’s right.
Economic Factors Leading to the American Revolution
Economic pressures from British taxes sparked a desire for self-governance in the colonies. The resources in this collection are designed to help students understand what “no taxation without representation” meant and how this sentiment shaped a movement toward independence.
Social Studies Skills: Maps
Maps help us explore and understand the world. They show where things are, how places connect, and even tell stories about people and communities. Students will learn to use tools like the compass rose and map keys to both read maps and consider the perspective of the mapmaker.
Resource Contributions
(12)
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A Plan of the Battle, on Bunkers Hill Fought on the 17th of June 1775
artifact
The New Game of the American Revolution
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A Plan of the Operations of the King’s Army
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Plan of the Investment of York and Gloucester
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Theater of War in America Northern Including the Gulf of Mexico
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A Correct View of the Late Battle at Charlestown, June 17th, 1775
