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Lesson 1 (from Chapter 1)

Objective

Chapter 1 begins with the chase of a French frigate by the Charwell, a British navy vessel. Later in the chapter, mention is made that a fast cutter carries the good news that the War between France and England is over. The objective of this lesson is to acquaint the student with the British Navy, the French Navy, and the types of ships mentioned in the opening chapter of Post Captain.

Lesson

IN-CLASS ASSIGNMENTS (Suggested instructions to students):

1) Using the internet and other appropriate reference materials, find out more about the three types of ships mentioned in the chapter: cutters, frigates, and consorts. Find out about their history, configuration and common functions. Describe their role within British and French navies during the early 1800s--the setting of Post Captain.

2) With a classmate as your partner, pretend that the two of you are planning a vacation that will include...

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