Digital History
Digital History: The Cold War in Developing Countries
In Europe, there was less violence in the half century following World War II then in almost any previous period of modern European history. Yet outside of Europe and North America, violent conflict became commonplace. In the decades...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Austria the Anschluss and World War Ii
Read about the Anschluss in Austria and the absorbtion of the country into the Third Reich. This brief overview of the early spread of Nazism lays a foundation for World War II in Europe.
BBC
Bbc History: World Wars in Depth: The Fall of France
A very complete description of the race of German troops across Belgium and Holland into France, resulting in the surrender of the Low Countries and France.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: An Islamic Journey Inside Europe
NPR takes a thorough look at the integration of Muslims into European society. How is Christian Europe handling this challenge of a new culture. Spain, Britain, France are some of the countries under scrutiny.
Other
Cyberlearning World: Events of World War Ii Before American Involvement
A simple set of notes listing the events occurring at the beginning of World War II and how countries in Europe became involved. A good review.
Other
Seterra: Europe: Countries Map Quiz Game
Test your geographical knowledge of Europe and see if you can place all the countries of Europe in their correct spot!
Brigham Young University
Brigham Young Univ.: Wwi Document Archive: Development of u.s. Neutrality Policy
Correspondence of two Secretaries of State in 1914 and 1915 outlining America's neutrality and the ways it is being demonstrated to countries in Europe.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Fascism in Europe
This site from the Modern History Sourcebook of Fordham University provides links to many scholarly articles on elements of fascism and on how fascism has been manifested in Italy, Spain and other countries.
Other
Bike About the Mediterranean
The creators of this site biked through many countries in the Mediterranean region from 1997 to 1998 and describe here their journey. Along the way, they visited many cultural sites and schools and reported here about their experiences....
Yad Vashem, The World Holocaust Remembrance Center
Yad Vashem: Murder of the Jews of Western Europe
The deportation of Jews from Western European countries began in spring 1942 under the leadership of Adolf Eichmann. Read background information on the deportations from individual countries. View primary resources such as photos,...
Other
European Library: Reading Europe: European Culture Through the Book
Digitized collection of rare and culturally significant books from over twenty national libraries of Europe. Search by country, language, subject, or year. Earliest book in the collection dates from AD 900.
BBC
Bbc: Serbia Country Profile
This profile provides a concise overview of Serbia's history, culture, and economy in addition to information concerning the country's leaders and media. Links to related articles are featured.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Serbia and Montenegro
A brief profile of Serbia and Montenegro by the BBC and explanation of the split of these two nation in June 2006.
Oxfam
Ofxam: Welcome to Spain (Guidebook and Virtual Tour)
Developed in 2000-2001 to explore and celebrate the lives of people living in eight countries that lie along the prime meridian, this "welcome to Spain" guidebook and tour includes sections on Spain's history, geography, environment,...
Oxfam
Oxfam: Virtual Journey of France
Take a journey through France and experience the culture, cuisine and scenery of this beautiful and diverse country. Read about the biggest sporting event in the world, and see what the French like to do in their spare time.
That Quiz
Geografia Europa: That Quiz: Europe
Interactive practice to learn the countries of Europe. It keeps track of right and wrong answers and the time in which it takes to identify the maps.
Science Struck
Science Struck: List of European Capital Cities With Countries
Discusses the geography of Europe and presents a table of 51 European countries and their capitals and a second table of 12 autonomous regions and their capitals.
Digital History
Digital History: The Rise of the Dictators [Pdf]
Use this lesson plan to explore the economic and political conditions in Europe after World War I as a result of the Treaty of Versailles that led to the rise of dictators in several countries. Read about the rise of Lenin and Stalin in...
Cool Math
Coolmath: Coolmath Games: Map Snap: Europe
You are presented with an outline map of Europe and you must place each country in its correct position. It clicks into place if you're in the right spot. You may want to start with the practice mode which has the shape outlines of the...
BBC
Bbc: Europe's Leaders Ponder European Union's Future
Discussions between the European Union and its member countries about where the faction is going in the future. Offers the different view points of the member countries on how new countries will join the EU. (2006)
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota: Immigration History: Muslim Migration to Europe
This teaching module will explore the migration of Muslims to Europe and the history of immigration and citizenship policies in European countries. It exmaines four major streams of migration to and within Europe.
BBC
Bbc: Country Profile: Georgia
A country profile on Georgia, a republic located in the Caucasus region. The article gives information on Georgia's recent history, the government and leadership, and the news media. It is dated July 14, 2004.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Portugal
BBC News features an interesting account of the European country of Portugal in the Iberian Peninsula. Includes a brief history, current information, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Links to...
BBC
Bbc: Country Profile: Bosnia Hercegovina
A in-depth overview of the country covering such things as history, leaders, economy and more. The state of the peace process is also discussed.