Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: France: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of France in Western Europe.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: United Kingdom: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the island country of the United Kingdom in Western Europe.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: The Netherlands
Click-through facts-and-photo file about the geography, nature, history, people, culture, and government of the Netherlands. Includes a map of the country that pinpoints its European location on the western coast of the continent.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Find People and Places: Italy
Click-through facts-and-photo file about the geography, nature, history, people, culture, and government of Italy. Includes a map of this Western European country that pinpoints the location of this boot-shaped peninsula.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Ireland: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for Ireland located in Western Europe.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Malta: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Malta in southern Europe.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Switzerland: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Switzerland in Central Europe.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Europe and Western Asia, 1883
A map from 1883 of Europe and western Asia showing country borders and capitals, principal cities, mountain systems, and rivers.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Central and Western Europe, 1920
Map of Central and Western Europe after the Treaty of Versailles at the end of WWI. The map includes railroads, canals, major cities and capitals, and the country boundaries established by the Treaties of Versailles, proposed boundaries...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Germany Western Section, 1912
A black-and-white map showing the western section of Germany and its subdivisions in 1912. The map shows the individual states west of Berlin, and major cities, railroads, and rivers of the country. The map also shows the Alsace and...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Germany Western Section, 1909
A map showing the western section of Germany and its subdivisions in 1909. The map is color-coded to show the individual states west of Berlin, and shows cities, railroads, and rivers of the country. The map shows the Alsace and Lorraine...
Curated OER
Etc: Colonization of North Western Africa, 1845 1900
Map of Northwestern Africa, subtitled "French Colonization." This map shows the Barbary States of Morocco, Algeria, and a portion of Ottoman controlled Tripoli. The map is color-coded to show the progression of French occupation in...
Curated OER
Us Troops Were Rushed to Western Europe in the 1950s to Deter Soviet Expansion
A fantastic history of NATO. From its inception after WWII to its call to action during the Kosovo crisis, the BBC does a great job of giving readers a well-rounded look at the institution. Includes a map with all member countries as...
Curated OER
[ Image: Nato Tanks Are Used to Bolster the Defence of Western Europe]
A fantastic history of NATO. From its inception after WWII to its call to action during the Kosovo crisis, the BBC does a great job of giving readers a well-rounded look at the institution. Includes a map with all member countries as...
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Going Some by Rex Ellingwood Beach
This is the full text of the western novel Going Some by Rex Ellingwood Beach. Four cowboys inclined their bodies over the barbed-wire fence which marked the dividing-line between the Centipede Ranch and their own, staring mournfully...
Library of Congress
Loc: Nation Expansion and Reform: Traveling on the Overland Trails, 1843 1860
Primary source information about traveling the Overland Trails, both to Oregon Country and California.
Other
Modern World History: Motives for Imperialism
Why would countries go to extremes to control another country? Examine the 5 main motives for imperialism. Also view primary sources including sketches, maps, advertisements, and photographs and answer related discussion questions.
Digital History
Digital History: The Sections [Pdf]
Soon after the end of the Revolutionary War, the characteristics of the various parts of the new United States established themselves. Find out about the sectionalism, economy, and needs in the country in the early 1800s--the...
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: On Colonies and Colonization
British economic philosopher John Stuart Mill's article from the Fordham University dealing with the economical benefits of colonization in other countries. This writing illustrates not only arguments in favor of imperialism, but also...
Other
The Map as History: Europe's Colonial Expanision 1820 1939
European countries began exploring and seeking to dominate the rest of the world during the 15th and 16th centuries, thanks to their ability to control sea routes and to the discovery of the American continent. In the 19th century,...
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Liberia
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to Liberia. Find information on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will provide you with...
BBC
Bbc: Historic Figures: Winston Churchill (1874 1965)
Brief but detailed biography of Winston Churchill, British Prime Minister who inspired his country in World War Two.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Corporations and Cities
Brief historical description of the growth of corporations and trusts at the end of the 1800s and how that trend led to the growth of urban areas to house this corporate movement.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Benin
Features a colorful destination guide to Benin which is located in Western Africa. Provides background details, a country profile, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy,...
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