CONTENT STATEMENT
- Americans began to develop a unique national identity among diverse regional and cultural populations based on democratic ideals.
CONTENT ELABORATION
Democratic ideals became the cornerstone for the development of a common unique national identity. Many of these ideals were reflected in colonial governments and formed the basis for the colonists’ disagreements over British policies, and were embedded in the U.S. Constitution, particularly in the Bill of Rights.
A uniquely American identity began to emerge around the time of the American Revolution. The creation of public educational systems helped foster these ideals.
Many immigrants came to the United States in pursuit of these democratic ideals with the hope of assimilating as Americans.
EXPECTATIONS FOR LEARNING
Identify developments that helped bring about a unique national identity based on democratic ideals among diverse regional and cultural populations in the United States.