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Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies

Famsi: Bitumen Sourcing in the Olmec Region (2004)

For Students 9th - 10th
Study suggests that chemical studies on bitumen (hydrocarbon material) is a feasible method of studying inter-regional trade and social networks. Includes a chart defining archaeological phases of the Olmec Culture.
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US Army Center

U.s. Army Center of Military History: The Mexican War and After

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the U.S. Army's Center of Military History offers a detailed account of the Mexican War and its important battles as well as a description of what occurred after the war.
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Mex Connect

Mexico Connect: Pre Classic Period of the Olmecs

For Students 9th - 10th
The Formative Period (1500 BCE-300 CE) of Mesoamerican culture is surveyed with an overview of the Olmec culture. Includes discussion of Olmec stone head sculpture, art, building, writing, and other achievements.
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University of Calgary

University of Calgary: Hernando Cortes Exploration

For Students 9th - 10th
This account of "The Conquest of the Aztec Empire" tells the story of Cortes' encounter with the Aztecs and the fall of the empire.
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PBS

Pbs: The Border: The Tampico Affair and the Speech From Woodrow Wilson

For Students 9th - 10th
Read excerpts from President Wilson's speech following the American invasion of Veracruz after the Tampico incident. Includes photos.