History of American Wars
History of American Wars: World War I Uniforms 1917 1918
An introduction to the military uniforms worn in World War I. Identify the details of each branch of the service on the uniforms and know what the most common color is on a military uniform.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: Fly Girls a Wasp Among Eagles
This site provides a chapter from the book by Ann Baumgartner Carl, "A WASP Among Eagles: A Woman Military Test Pilot in World War II," detailing her experiences as part of the Women's Air Force Service Pilots.
US Department of Veterans Affairs
U.s. Department of Veterans Affairs
This site has information on careers in the military, burials and memorials, and on veterans' benefits and services.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Pentagon Says Transgender Troops Can Now Serve Openly
U.S. Secretary of Defense Ash Carter says the military is lifting a ban on transgender service members.
BBC
Bbc News: Bush and Blair Admit Iraq Errors
Article from leading British news service detailing a press conference in May, 2006, in which President George W. Bush and British Prime Minister Tony Blair, admit mistakes in Iraq, but urge support for the new government. There is also...
Other
Go Army
Official site of the US Army lists a variety of training opportunities including GED, the GI Bill, skill training, and money for college.
Other
U.s. Air Force
The US Air Force presents this site as a recruiting tool, providing information on career opportunities, training, and life in the Air Force, as well as giving parents some information about the Air Force as a potential decision for...
Other
The Academy/united States Coast Guard Academy
Description of the US Coast Guard Academy and its curriculum and admissions requirements.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Reformed Constitution
A description of organization of the Roman army, set up in the 6th century BC, by the Etruscan king, Servius Tullius. This was the basis of the army through the Republic.
US National Archives
The National Archives
Official home page of the National Archives. Contains information about the National Archives, archive locations around the U.S., overview of how archivists work and electronic access to national records.
PBS
Pbs: The American Experience in the 1900s
This site presents a general picture of what life was like in the United States at the turn of the century. Content includes compelling images, information, and documents about American life.
Other
Navy: Navy Careers
Learn about the different career training available through the Navy when you visit this site.
DOGO Media
Dogo News: This Memorial Day Remember Our Fallen Heroes
Article reports on the history and significance of Memorial Day. Includes video.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: 1917 Selective Service Act
Comprehensive overview presents facts and information pertaining to the 1917 Selective Draft Act and the Draft Boards.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Eisenhower National Site: Operation Fortitude (D Day Hoax)
Launch an interesting sidebar about Operation Fortitude, an elaborate hoax conducted by the Allies to fool the Germans about where the main D-day invasion force would land.
Curated OER
Service Records of George W. Bush and John F. Kerry
View details of the military service records of George W. Bush and John Kerry. Records are obtained from a variety of sources.
PBS
Pbs: Independent Lens: Conscience and the Constitution
Would you accept being drafted into military service if your family was being held in an internment camp? That was the question on many a Japanese American's mind during World War 2. Explore the stories of those who resisted service and...
Other
The Ambrose Bierce Project: An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge
This site is devoted the work of writer Ambrose Bierce. Visitors can view pages from the printed editon of the short story "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" and read an annotated version of the text. Links within the site provide...
Other
Connecticut Historical Society: Civil War Manuscripts Project
A vast listing of manuscripts available from the Connecticut Historical Society. Included are letters, records of military service, and regimental indexes. The documents themselves cannot be viewed, but there is a summary of what is...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The Election of 1960
Read about the campaign and election of 1960 in which the Democratic candidate, Senator John F. Kennedy, ran against the Repbulican candidate, Vice-President Richard M. Nixon. Find out about the issues, the famous debates, and Kennedy's...
PBS
Pbs: National Memorial Day Concert
A colorful and detail-filled site regarding the history, individuals, and stories that culminate in the annual National Memorial Day Concert celebration in front of the nation's capitol. Links from this site will create a rich...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Historic Valley Forge: Major General Alexander Hamilton
A short biography of Alexander Hamilton containing information on his military service during the American Revolution as well as his later life in politics.
Other
Chicago Tribune Presidential Portraits: Ronald Reagan [Pdf]
An informative one-page article tells Reagan's religion, marriages, military service, term of office, vice president, highlights of his presidency, and several trivia facts about him.
US National Archives
The National Archives Digital Vaults
Of all documents and materials created in the course of business conducted by the United States Federal government, only 1%-3% are so important for legal or historical reasons that they are kept forever. Those valuable records are...