US Department of Veterans Affairs
U.s. Department of Veterans' Affairs: History of Veterans Day
Read this history of the day set aside to honor America's veterans. Beginning with Armistice Day, a day to honor World War I soldiers, the day has become a day to honor all veterans.
Rutgers University
Rutgers Oral History Archive
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...
Veterans Affairs Canada
Historically Speaking: The Human Cost of War
This learning module gives students the opportunity to view and listen to hundreds of interviews with people who experienced first hand the Korean and First and Second world wars. This is an excellent teaching resource that helps...
South Carolina Educational Television
Etv: Bell South Digital Storyteller: Generations of Heroes
Information and advice for participating in a digital storytelling project that documents the experiences and memories of those who have served the United States in war or other military conflicts. Step-by-step instructions, useful...
DOGO Media
Dogo News: This Memorial Day Remember Our Fallen Heroes
Article reports on the history and significance of Memorial Day. Includes video.
Archives of Ontario
The Archives of Ontario Remembers Our Canadian War Heroes
This virtual exhibit showcases a series of letters written from the battlefront during World War One by brothers, Charlie and Wally Gray, who joined the 3rd Battalion, Canadian Infantry in the spring of 1915. Experience life on the...
Library of Congress
Loc: Stories From Veterans
Part of the Library of Congress Veteran History Project, these stories tell of life altering occurrences events that occurred while on a mission, and the wait for those at home. These are historical and primary-source first person...
Archives of Ontario
Walter Allward and the Canadian Vimy Memorial
The Canadian Vimy Memorial stands as a tribute to Canadian troops in World War I. This page focuses on its creator, Walter Allward, and his career.
Other
Private Art: Wwii Letters to & From Home
A great site which has the letters of both Pvt. Arthur Pranger and those who wrote to him during World War II. You can click on a day such as May 2, 1943 and will get a letter.
Other
House Committee on Veterans' Affairs
Investigate how this subcommittee works within the House of Representatives. "The House Committee on Veterans' Affairs reviews veteran's programs, examines current laws, and reports bills and amendments to strengthen existing laws...
Ibis Communications
Eyewitness to History: America in the 1930s: The Bonus Army
Vivid and succinct account of the efforts and struggles of WWI veterans who marched on Washtington D.C. to demand their veterans' benefits. Article describes their forced dispersement by the army, which strained the confidence of the...
Veterans Affairs Canada
Veterans Affairs Canada: Colouring Sheets
Download these colouring sheets, in PDF format, that symbolize a Time to Remember.
PBS
Pbs: National Memorial Day Concert
A colorful and detail-filled site regarding the history, individuals, and stories that culminate in the annual National Memorial Day Concert celebration in front of the nation's capitol. Links from this site will create a rich...
US Department of Labor
U.s. Department of Labor: Women's Bureau
This site from the U.S. Department of Labor is devoted to helping working women get the most out of their careers. It includes statistics, news programs, and a directory of resources.
Read Works
Read Works: Meet a Soldier
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about veterans who visit schools to speak to students. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
US Senate
United States Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs
The official place for information on the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1945 1980: The Growth of Suburbia
Learn about Levittown and housing benefits for veterans.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Bonus March
[Free Registration/Login Required] This is a flipchart on the Bonus March of WWI veterans in 1932.
Curated OER
Personal Site: Memorial Day
A wonderfully useful site to teachers looking for Memorial Day lesson plans or students looking to research information regarding the origins and practices of this day. Has great links and pictures for bringing greater awareness to the...
Curated OER
Loc: Experiencing War, Military Medicine
Stories focuses on military medicine and highlights personal accounts from doctors, nurses and individuals providing medical support.
Curated OER
Loc: Experiencing War, Military Medicine
Stories focuses on military medicine and highlights personal accounts from doctors, nurses and individuals providing medical support.
Curated OER
Loc: Experiencing War, Military Medicine
Stories focuses on military medicine and highlights personal accounts from doctors, nurses and individuals providing medical support.