1. Bell Work Who were the first Americans? How did they get here? Who were the first Americans? How did they get here? This Day in History: August 11, 1934- The first federal prisoners arrive at Alcatraz island. August 11, 1806- Meriwether Lewis is accidentally shot in the leg while hunting along the Missouri River. August 11, 1972- The last U.S. ground combat unit in South Vietnam, the Third Battalion, Twenty-First Infantry, departs for the United States. August 11, 2014- Comedian/Oscar winning actor, Robin Williams dies at the age of 63.

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9. Bell Work The United States is referred to as a Melting Pot. What do you think that means? Explain The United States is referred to as a Melting Pot. What do you think that means? Explain This Day in History: August 12, 1898- The Spanish American War ends when Spain accepts an armistice on U.S. terms. August 12, 1961- East Germany begins construction of the Berlin Wall. August 12, 1990- The largest Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton ever was discovered in South Dakota. The T-Rex was named Sue.