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Attu Battlefield: U.S. Army and Navy Airfields on Attu
Learners use maps, readings, drawings and photos to research the World War II Battle of Attu. They explain the importance of the battle, discuss the valor and loyalty of both American and Japanese troops and analyze sources of historical...
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Mapmaking: Colorado Quarter Reverse
Students examine the Colorado quarter reverse and draw symbols of the state's land and water features on maps. Using copies of the Colorado reverse, they color the coin design. They list reasons for the state's motto of "Colorful Colorado"
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Water Careers
Students explore a variety of water-related careers. They compare specific jobs and the the education required, the training needed, salary, and job descriptions. Students research a chosen water-related career and interview a person in...
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The Impact of War on Children
Students discover how students are affected by wars in their country. After reading a UNISEF report, they work together to summarize the article and answer comprehension questions. They examine the short- and long-term affects of...
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History, Literature, Art: Connections
Eleventh graders read either The Death of the Ball Turret Gunner, The Crucible, or Hiroshima, and examine connection between art and literature by relating particular works of art to their readings, relying on both visual and written...
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Learning From El Salvador's Past
Students analyze El Salvador's history and the conditions that contributed to its civil war. identify the factors that led to the churchwomen's murder. Make determinations about the future of El Salvador's political and social climate...
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The foreign and domestic policies of Lyndon B. Johnson
Eleventh graders study and evaluate the successes and failures of LBJ's domestic and foreign policies. They formulate historical questions and defend findings based on inquiry and interpretation. Each student identifies, analyzes and...
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Building Texas: the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Lesson Plan
Seventh graders study the engineering projects that the US Army Corps of Engineers initiated during the development of Texas. They examine primary source documents that are in digital and print form, and identify US Army Corp of Engineer...
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Veterans Cryptogram
In this veterans cryptogram worksheet, students unscramble words, placing correct letter in boxes, then using the numbered boxes to solve a riddle. Worksheet contains links to additional activities.
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What Really Caused This?
For this primary source analysis worksheet, learners read a copy of the Conscription Act of 1863 and respond to 7 short answer questions about its content. The text of the act is not included.
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Rich and Poor
In this rich and poor dialogue, students read aloud questions and answers about the rich and the poor of the world in order to build vocabulary skills. Students work in pairs.
US National Archives
Nara: Military Resources World War I
A compilation of resources on World War I from the National Archives and Records Administration, including links to external sites.
Other
Virginia Military Institute Archives: Stonewall Jackson Resources
The Virginia Military Institute Archives holds a large collection of Stonewall Jackson's personal papers, Jackson images, and other information about his life and times. In addition to this, there is an FAQ section about Jackson on the...
ThoughtCo
Military History
Articles and resources featuring military history. Find details about the wars the U.S. military has engaged in and information about seiges, forts, battles, and generals from military expert Kennedy Hickman.
Other
United States Military Academy at West Point
This resource is the official home of the United States Military Academy at West Point. It gives information about the academy, including each of the different programs it offers. It also gives information about the admissions program,...
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: Getting the Message Through: Civil War Organization and Training
An exhaustive look at the Signal Corps, the legislation behind its formation, and its many uses during the Civil War. Find the equipment used, the code for the signal flags, and pictures of the troops. This is a very detailed and...
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: Darkness and Light, the Interwar Years 1865 1898
This resource offers a good look at the reorganization and use of the U.S. military in the years betwee the end of the Civil War and the Spanish-American War.
University College London
University College London: Guide to Resources on Belarus
Everything you need to get on Belarus is right here! This resources has links to the history, economics, cities, and more.
Other
Military Times: Awards: Recipients: Admiral William Crowe
This resource discusses the military career and awards of Admiral William Crowe.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: William Tecumseh Sherman
In this resource students can read an account of all the postings that made up Sherman's military career. It includes a color portrait.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Nato: Military Representative of Belgium
Resource presents the curriculum vitae (document of personal experiences and qualifications) for Lt. General Jean-Marie Jockin, the Belgian military representative to NATO.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Nato: Military Representative of the Us
Resource presents the curriculum vitae (document of personal experiences and qualifications) for Vice Admiral William D. Sullivan, the US military representative to NATO.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Nato: Military Representative of the Uk
Resource presents the curriculum vitae (document of personal experiences and qualifications) for Vice Admiral P.K. Haddacks, the British military representative to NATO.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Nato: Military Representative of Portugal
Resource presents the curriculum vitae (document of personal experiences and qualifications) for Vice Admiral A.J. Sarmento, the Portuguese military representative to NATO.