*Full Lesson* General Haig: Hero or Butcher of the Somme?

This is a lesson from a scheme of work covering the First World War. During this lesson, pupils will use a variety of different sources to investigate and make judgements General Haig's ability as a leader.

This lesson was designed for a year 9/KS3 class but could be easily adapted for other classes or levels.

The lesson is ready to teach and the power point contains all the resources required.

During the lesson pupils will complete the following activities:
* Recall learning from last lesson about the Battle of the Somme
* Use an image of General Haig to form initial impressions of him.
* Evaluate two contrasting cartoons about Haig and identify the opinions people had about him during and after the War.
* Watch a short video giving background information about Haig
* Analyse a source from Haig about successes during the Battle of the Somme, evaluate reliability.
* Use statements about Haig as evidence for either his ability or incompetence as a leader.
* Quick investigate of the Pals Battalions and their impact on Britain.
* Write a short evaluation about Haig and judge his leadership.

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