This military history essay describes the landing of the United States Army during the Normandy Invasion of June 6, 1944.

View comprehensive sets of artifacts that tell the story of America's wartime past and present. Artifacts from every major American military conflict, beginning with the American Revolution, can be closely examined. Full curatorial notes...

A very good overview of the WWII Japanese conquest of the Philippines, with information on the Bataan Peninsula specifically, including a map, toward the bottom of the page.

This is the first chapter of a book on military history. It describes how the United States developed its policy of hemispheric defense between 1938 and 1941. The policy was designed to protect the Western Hemisphere from attack by...

This brochure was printed to commemorate and capture the history of the Army Nurse Corps. Read about their amazing adventures in WWII while looking at pictures and learning amazing facts about these women.

A nice description of the history of convoys and a description of the convoy systems used in both World Wars and their functions.

Lesson for K-12 using historical map teaches students about the relationship between perspectives of the world and map projections.

The Japanese American Regiment Rescued WWII's "Lost Battalion." The Nisei soldiers of the 442nd became the most highly decorated regiment in U.S. military history for its size and length of service.

An engaging look at Canadian soldiers battle in Ortona. Interesting reading is contained in coloured boxes on this site.

This online version of a book on the US war against Japan is very extensive and filled with useful information.

An introductory overview of Canada's participation in WW2. 'Canadians fight by land, air and sea as the country amasses the largest army in its history.'

This site is from a unit that covers the period from the Second World War up to the Cold War. It looks at the course of the war in Europe, and America's involvement after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. It examines the military strategies...

This site offers information regarding the military career of Dwight D. Eisenhower, as well as links to information on his presidency, commands, and various quotes.

Because of World War II, life changed for farmers in the 1940s. Many farmers left the farm for the cities or to serve in the military, new technologies were developed, and equipment improved making the work in fields easier and quicker.

Part of a series, this resource profiles Andrew Mynarski, who was awarded the Victoria Cross for his heroism in WWII. Learn more about the life of this brave pilot who died for his country. Includes a brief video and learning resources.

Site gives everyone the opportunity to tell his or her own story about World War II. What did your grandfather do in the war? What did you mother do for the war effort? Read fascinating, personal stories about people's memories of the...

Details the many roles Florida and Floridians played in World War II, how the development of Florida was helped by WWII, and the state's prisoner of war camps.

Details the many roles Florida and Floridians played in World War II, how the development of Florida was helped by WWII, and the state's prisoner of war camps.

When the United States entered World War II after the 1941 attacks on Pearl Harbor, men shipped overseas by the millions to serve in the war. This left many of the civilian and military jobs on the home front unfilled -- and that's when...

A quick comprehension check over the World War II military.

A great resource for facts about China. This site is organized into several sections including "Location & Geography," "Climate," "People," "Demographic/Vital Statistics," "Religions," "Languages," "Education," and "Modern History -...

Take this five-question quiz over parts of United States history between 1890-1945.

This archive records the personal experiences of the American men and women who served on the homefront and overseas during World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Cold War. Also offers resources on the men and women who...

This site discusses the army of Britain from a historical perspective, talks about what becomes of a person who is a soldier, and has activities and quizzes for students. The main focus is on the two World Wars.