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Steven Kreis, PhD

The History Guide: Wojciech Jaruzelski

For Students 9th - 10th
President of Poland from 1989 until the election of Lech Walesa in 1990, Wojciech Jaruzelski was an instrumental figure in the political reforms of Poland, including recognition of the Solidarity movement.
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PBS

Pbs: Commanding Heights: Mao Zedong

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a great biography of Mao Zedong (1893-1976). Looks at his early life, political activism, military leadership, unifying China, and policies implemented under his rule. A great site for learning about Chinese History in the 20th...
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Ohio State University

E History: Ballinger Pinchot Controversy

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief, but thorough, explanation of the controversy and antagonism between Gifford Pinchot and Richard Ballinger concerning conservation and the government's role in protecting public land. Read how this issue caused a rift in the...
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BBC

Bbc: Venezuela and the Referendum

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a short article which discusses how Venezuela is dealing with the recall election of Hugo Chavez. The article notes that the country has become very polarized over the election. The article is dated July 4, 2004.
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Ministry of Education and Employment of Spain

Si Spain: Convergencia Y Union

For Students 9th - 10th
A short description of this coalition. Historical description of the party ends in 1993.
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BBC

Bbc: Sonia Gandhi

For Students 9th - 10th
This March 1998 BBC archive article discusses Sonia Gandhi's rise in Indian politics. As the Italian-born widow of the assassinated Rajiv Gandhi, the son of the late Indira Gandhi who was also assassinated, she became the reluctant...
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Sam Houston State University

Shsu: University of Houston: Post War East Germany

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the postwar government of East Germany, East Germany's integration into the Soviet System, and collectivization and nationalization of agriculture and industry.
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BBC

Bbc News: The Gordon Brown Story

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive biographical story on the life and career of Britain's prime minister, Gordon Brown. Includes links to recent news stories, his cabinet members, video reports, and more.
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Social Studies for Kids

Social Studies for Kids: How the President Is Elected

For Students 6th - 8th
Learn how the President of the United States is elected. Read how we choose candidates, how they campaign, how they are nominated, and what role the Electoral College plays in our elections.
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Other

The African American Experience

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information on African American history. Includes information on the following topics: slave and free in St. Louis, African-American immigration, segregated religion, African-American education, segregated housing, roots of...
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Other

The African American Experience

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information on African American history. Includes information on the following topics: slave and free in St. Louis, African-American immigration, segregated religion, African-American education, segregated housing, roots of...
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Other

National Republican Congressional Committee

For Students 9th - 10th
The official site of the National Republican Congressional Committee.