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Civics
American citizenship comes with many rights and responsibilities that enable our democracy to function. The graves and memorials at Arlington National Cemetery provide ample opportunities to explore the evolution and meanings of American citizenship. Through the stories of Americans buried here, students and lifelong learners can understand historical connections between military service and citizenship, efforts to expand citizenship rights and other topics that form the basis of civics education.

Lesson Plan: Fighting for the Vote

World War I marked the first time American women were allowed to enlist in the military and serve in roles outside of nursing. It also marked a turning point in the fight for women’s suffrage in the United States. In this lesson, high school students will learn about women’s military contributions in World War I and practice for the AP U.S. History exam Document-Based Question as they review primary-source documents.
 
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