Who were the Americans that settled the United States' 19th century frontier? Objective The student will be able to 1. Explain how New Philadelphia developed and why it did not survive as a town 2. Describe the role of African Americans in securing their own freedom 3. Evaluate the effects of racism on New Philadelphia and other communities 4. Describe the ways in which archeology can help interpret the past 5. Identify and describe legal restrictions on African Americans in their own communities Background Time Period: mid 19th century Topics: This lesson can be used in American history cours Duration: 90 Minutes.