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American People, Part One, to 1860
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History ➤ American History
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High School, Middle School
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Fall 2026
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Aug 26, 2026
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Wed
- Summary
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From Pocahontas to Harriet Beecher Stowe, and many in between, explore American history through the stories of many famous men and women of the time.
Course Description: This course tells the story of American history from the colonies to the 1850s, through the stories of the important men and women of the times.
Instructor Bio: Christopher Martin, PhD
OUR PRAYER BEFORE CLASS MEETINGS:
Grant me the grace, O merciful God,
to desire ardently all that is pleasing to Thee,
to examine it prudently,
to acknowledge it truthfully,
and to accomplish it perfectly,
for the praise and glory of Thy name.
Amen. Course Materials: Provided free by the instructor.
- Course name
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American People, Part One, to 1860
- Instructor
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Christopher Martin
- Semester
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Fall 2026
- Meeting days
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Wednesday
- Category
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History ➤ American History
- Grade levels
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High School, Middle School
- Monitor
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Sharon Szafasz
- Start time
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August 26th, 2026 at 2:30 PM ET
- Course type
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Live
- Price
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$257
- Seats available
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25 seats available
- Seats remaining
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21 seats remaining
- Relative due dates
- Enhanced quiz security
- Enhanced assignment security
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Special notes
Special Note: Includes an optional writing element. This is Part One of a two-part course. Students are expected to register for Part Two offered in the spring.
OUR PRAYER BEFORE CLASS MEETINGS:
Grant me the grace, O merciful God,
to desire ardently all that is pleasing to Thee,
to examine it prudently,
to acknowledge it truthfully,
and to accomplish it perfectly,
for the praise and glory of Thy name.
Amen.
Total classes
Class dates
Starting time
Duration
Prerequisites
None
Suggested grade level
Suggested credit
Outline
Course Outline:
Week 1: Introduction and overview of syllabus and assignments
Week 2: Pocahontas, and the founding of Jamestown
Week 3: Benjamin Franklin, and the American Identity
Week 4: George Washington, and the French and Indian War
Week 5: Charles Carroll of Carrollton, and American Catholicism
Week 6: Thomas Jefferson, and the Declaration of Independence
Week 7: Patrick Henry, and the US Constitution
Week 8: Alexander Hamilton, and the Whiskey Rebellion
Week 9: Sacagawea, and Lewis and Clark
Week 10: Andrew Jackson, and the War of 1812
Week 11: John Quincy Adams, and the Amistad
Week 12: John Calhoun, and the Nullification Crisis
Week 13: Sam Houston, and the Mexican American War
Week 14: Harriet Beecher Stowe, and the Crisis of the 1850s
Materials
Homework
Homework: Writing is an integral part of demonstrating both the assimilation of knowledge, and the articulation thereof. Therefore, students will be guided through the process of writing a short (1-2 page, double-spaced) review of a book of their choice relevant to the subject matter.
NOTE: High School students taking this course may instead write a 3-5 page book review
Also, students will have weekly, optional, short (5-10 minute) quizzes based on classroom lectures and discussions
Fees
Fee: For all 14 classes: $237 if you register on or before July 15; $257 if you register after July 15. (Registration closes one week before the first day of class. After that date, registrations are not guaranteed. There is a $25 surcharge for late enrollments after the course is closed.)
Christopher Martin
chrisgooverthere@yahoo.com
Christopher Martin teaches history and theology. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor of History at both Southern New Hampshire University and Antelope Valley College. He holds BA degrees in History and Theology from Christendom College (2007); an MA in History from National University (2012); and a Ph.D. in History from CGU (2018). He has been with Homeschool Connections since 2017, and teaching since 2012. He lives in California, with his wife and three sons. Together, they love to hike and travel.
Dr. Martin believes strongly that history is far more important than we typically assume, and also that it is a lot more entertaining. His classes are therefore both serious, and fun, making sure to cover the essential developments of past events, but also, coloring and animating the past with stories and anecdotes that make them come alive.
Sharon Szafasz
Sharon was born and raised in the Midwest. In 2017 Sharon and her family moved to sunny Arizona. She enjoys the warmer weather, mountains, and the beauty of the west. She enjoys visiting National parks, hiking, getting together with friends, and spending time with her family. She and her husband homeschooled their children. Sharon enjoys being a class monitor for Homeschool Connections. "Every day is a new experience and a chance to learn something new! I love our Catholic faith and feel so blessed to be able to begin each class with prayer, and with faith-filled teachers and students."
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