http://historyexplorer.si.edu/rss?key=resourcesSmithsonian's History Explorer Resources Related To "Captain Charles Gridley's Coat and Cap"http://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/?key=727http://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/?key=727<p>Americans have gone to war to win their independence, expand their national boundaries, define their freedoms, and defend their interests around the globe. This online exhibition examines how wars have shaped the nations' history and transformed American society. Students will learn about American military history through the use of an interactive timeline, brief movies, and objects from the museum's vast collections. Also included are a collection search, an interactive game, and learning resources.</p>Tue, 17 Jul 2012 15:06:40 GMT