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Lewis Cass (Former U.S. Secretary of State) Biography PowerPoint

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Biography presentation cover introducing Lewis Cass as Secretary of State, alongside his portrait
Opening title slide of the biography presentation
Birth slide stating Lewis Cass was born October 9, 1782, in Exeter, New Hampshire, with a map of Exeter
Slide 2: Birth date and birthplace
Family background slide naming Lewis Cass's parents as Molly Cass (Gilman) and Major Jonathan Cass
Slide 3: Names of Cass's parents
Family history slide identifying Lewis Cass's father, Major Jonathan Cass, as a Revolutionary War veteran
Slide 4: His father's military background
Family history slide stating Cass's father fought under General George Washington at Bunker Hill
Slide 5: Account of his father's wartime service
Education slide stating Lewis Cass attended the private Phillips Exeter Academy, with a campus photo
Slide 6: Attendance at Phillips Exeter Academy
Biography slide tracing the Cass family's move to Marietta, Ohio, in 1800, with a map marking Marietta
Slide 7: The family's move to Ohio
Legal career slide covering Cass's study with Return J. Meigs Jr., bar admission, and Zanesville practice
Slide 8: Legal studies and entry into practice
Political career slide stating Lewis Cass was elected to the Ohio House of Representatives in 1806
Slide 9: Election to the Ohio House
Marriage slide stating Lewis Cass married Elizabeth Spencer on May 26, 1806, beside a woman's portrait
Slide 10: Marriage to Elizabeth Spencer
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Subject

Social Studies, History, History: USA, Government

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Not Grade Specific

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Teacher Tools, Presentations

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About This Product

This informative PowerPoint profiles the life of Lewis Cass, a prominent 19th century American statesman. It highlights key biographical details, from his birth in New Hampshire in 1782 to his death in 1866. The presentation chronologically traces Cass's education, early legal and political career in Ohio and Michigan Territory, as well as his time as Governor of Michigan Territory, U.S. Secretary of War, Minister to France, Secretary of State, and 1848 Democratic presidential nominee. It outlines his numerous accomplishments and influence in mid-19th century politics. Written to engage middle school students and spark discussions, it would make an excellent addition to any American history or civics curriculum. The 58-page PowerPoint can be used flexibly for whole class instruction or individual student review of a key historical figure.

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cass biography lewis cass secretary state michigan territory american statesman

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