PBS
Remembering the Life and Legacy of Colin Powell
First Black Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, first Black Secretary of State, the first Black National Security Advisor, and author of the "Powell Doctrine." Introduce young historians to the legacy of Colin Powell with a Daily News...
C-SPAN
On This Day: WikiLeaks Release
Is Jullian Assange a traitor—or a proponent of government transparency? An interesting resource explores the WikiLeaks release of government documents, Assange's possible motives for releasing the information, and President Obama's...
C-SPAN
On This Day: Capture of Saddam Hussein
The capture of Saddam Hussein brought to an end a war in the country—but ended only the first chapter in American involvement in the nation. Using clips from his capture, as well as eye witness recollections, pupils explore what happened...
Geography Now
Geography Now! Iraq
For most young learners, Iraq is synonymous with war. But its history includes the first written language, the cradle of civilization, the birth of three major religions, and a vibrant culture. A video resource showcases the lesser-known...
Crash Course
George HW Bush and the End of the Cold War
John Green provides a fantastic summary of the presidency of George HW Bush, reviewing the president's background experience in the United Nations and the CIA, the presidential election of 1988, foreign policy implications after the end...
PBS
Pbs: The Invasion of Iraq Lesson Plans
PBS'S Frontline offers teacher lesson plans based on their documentary "Invasion Of Iraq". Students will learn about the events leading up to the invasion, the war's major battles, situation on the ground as of 2004, opinions on the...