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Boise State University

European History: The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains indexed material on Jacob Burckhardt's "The Civilization of the Renaissance in Italy." His work is considered the apex of cultural history about the Renaissance period and should provide valuable information for the...
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US Army Center

U.s. Army Center of Military History: World War Ii: The War Against Italy and Germany

For Students 9th - 10th
HIghlights the military strategy of the United States during World War II in fighting Germany and Italy.
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PBS

Pbs: The War: Anzio (Allied Invasion of Italy)

For Students 9th - 10th
At the online companion site of the PBS documentary series "THE WAR," find a description of the Allies invasion of Anzio, Italy. With links to related resources, including archive photos and series video.
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US Geological Survey

Us Geological Survey: Mt. Vesuvius, Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore some useful information about Mt. Vesuvius of Italy.
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Italy Guides: Rome

For Students 9th - 10th
Welcome to the 'Eternal City' of Rome, Italy! Although this is a commercial site, the interactive city map along with beautiful photos and links to historic areas make this informative for both students and educators.
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Italy Guides: Venice

For Students 9th - 10th
Welcome to the beautiful city of Venice, Italy! Although this is a commercial site, the interactive city map with its many incredible photos and links to historic sights make it a useful tool for both students and teachers to learn about...
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University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas: Historical Maps of Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
Review these two maps of Italy during the Renaissance from the Perry Castaneda Collection. Zoom in to see the details of a map of the Milanese under the Visconti and one of the Republic of Florence.
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Yale University

Yale: Avalon Project: Protocol Concluded by Italy, Germany, and Japan

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides the text of the protocol concluded by Italy, Germany, and Japan at Rome on November 6, 1937.
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PBS

Pbs: The War: Sicily and the Invasion of Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
At the online companion site of the PBS documentary series "THE WAR," find a write-up about Allied invasion of Sicily, which to that point was the largest amphibious landing in history. With links to related resources, including archive...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Italy. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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The History Place

The History Place: The Defeat of Hitler: Allies Invade Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the invasion of Italy by the Allied forces.
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Youngzine

Youngzine: Italy Suffers for Its Faults

For Students 9th - 10th
Leran why the geology of Italy results in earthquakes in the region.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Italy, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Italy

For Students 1st - 9th
Students can learn about the geography and history of Italy on this site.
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World Wide School

World Wide School: Etext of Pictures From Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
The complete etext to the Charles Dickens story, Pictures from Italy, is provided at this site.
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University of Florida

Baldwin Library: The Mythology of Ancient Greece and Italy

For Students 5th - 7th
A scanned copy of the 1852 publication of The Mythology of Ancient Greece and Italy by Thomas Keightley, a book of myths for children.
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BBC

Bbc News: Italy's Iceman Comes Home

For Students 9th - 10th
This short article from January 1998 looks at the feud between Austria and Italy over Oetzi, the Iceman who lived over 5,300 years ago and was found in 1991 by hikers near the Austrian-Italian border.
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Italyguide: Italy in the Mediterranean and in Europe

For Students 9th - 10th
Italyguide provides a description of the geography of Italy as well as a description of the borders of the country and its geographical importance to Europe, Asia, and Africa.
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CRW Flags

Flags of the World: Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Flags of the World displays a picture and description of the flag of Italy. It also includes a history of the flag, use of the flag, and Coat of Arms.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Italy History and Timeline Overview

For Students 3rd - 8th
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of Italy including the Roman Republic, Roman Empire, Renaissance, Catholicism, World War II, and current events on this site.
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Italy

For Students 3rd - 8th
[Free Registration/Login Required] A flipchart questioning students on their knowledge of Italy, its landscape, major cities and economy.
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University of Calgary

U Calgary: Italy During the Decline of the Etruscan League and the Rise of Rome

For Students 9th - 10th
A map showing the relative small size of Rome in relation to its neighbors in 380 BC. The Greek colonies are shown at the foot of the boot of Italy, the Etruscan League is to the north and the Italic Tribes to the east.
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The Roman World 509 b.c. To a.d. 180

For Students 9th - 10th
This narrative site provides great overview to life in ancient Rome and Roman history. The geography, early settlers, Roman monarchy, Roman conquest of Italy are all mentioned.
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Journal of Historic Review: Italian Fascism: An Interpretation

For Students 9th - 10th
This well-researched essay focuses on the history of fascism in Italy as well as on the ideology.

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