Review the tabs below and choose one individual you would like to nominate to receive a medal from the president for his or her heroic efforts during the American Civil War. Suggested websites are provided below each person’s name. You can use the sites suggested to conduct your research, or you can use reliable sites of your choice to locate information needed to complete this assessment. Before you begin gathering information to create you nomination, find out how to conduct research and locate reliable sources by exploring the research activity
Caroline Le Count
(1846–1923)
Caroline Le Count was a teacher and an activist for African American rights. Her story shows that people were fighting discrimination in both the North and the South
Step Two:
Now that you have decided on your nominee, it is time to get creative! You will create your own design for a postage stamp to honor your chosen African American Civil War hero. Your design should include:

The name of your nominee.

At least three images related to your nominee (For example, if you were creating a stamp for Abraham Lincoln, you might include a picture of broken chains because Lincoln helped end slavery.)

A catch phrase or quote that relates to your nominee (For example, a stamp for Abraham Lincoln might include the nickname "Honest Abe," or the phrase "four score and seven years ago" from his Gettysburg Address.)
Step Three:
Write a letter to the selection committee justifying your nomination. Your letter should include the following:

The name of the individual you think should be featured on the postage stamp.

At least two paragraphs explaining why you nominated the individual.
Your first paragraph should include at least two specific examples of heroic actions during the Civil War time period.
Your second paragraph should describe how the images and wording on your stamp represent your nominee.