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Ispp: The Cuban Revolution

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the International Society of Political Psychology contains links to the actual text of the book "The Cuban Revolution: A Critical Perspective" written by Sam Dolgoff. Includes information about Castro's friendly critics,...
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George Washington University

National Security Administration: Cuban Missile Crisis

For Students 9th - 10th
This is from the National Security Administration's Website. It has information on the operations involved in the Cuban Missile Crisis. Difficult for an Elementary student to understand, but a great resource for Elementary teachers.
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Federation of American Scientists

Fas: Cuban Missile Crisis

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Federation of American Scientists has lots of photos regarding the Cuban Missile Crisis, as well as Foreign Relations Documents.
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Curated OER

The Cuban Revolution of 1895 98

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains historical information on the Cuban Revolution that took place during the Spanish-American War.
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Fidel Castro

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains the text of Castro's speech "On the Export of Revolution." Castro talks about what he believes the Cuban revolution has taught the world.
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PBS

Pbs: American Experience: Fidel Castro

For Students 9th - 10th
A short but well-done biography of the Cuban revolutionary leader. It focuses on his early revolutionary years and the development of his anti-American feelings which were not apparent at first.
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Cuba, 42 Anos De Revolucion 1959 2001

For Students 9th - 10th
Great summary, in Spanish, of the history of Cuba since 1959. This article quickly revisits the major events of the Cuban revolution and Castro's rise to power. It also highlights the main events of Cuban history from 1959 to 2001.
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International Institute of Social History

International Institute of Social History: A High Tower of Winter Gourds

For Students 9th - 10th
From the International Institute of Social History this is "May Day. All with Fidel on the Square of the Revolution" a Cuban political propaganda poster by an unknown designer, ca. 1965.
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International Institute of Social History

International Institute of Social History: A High Tower of Winter Gourds

For Students 9th - 10th
From the International Institute of Social History this is "Fourth anniversary of the revolution" a Cuban political propaganda poster by an unknown designer, 1963.
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PBS

Pbs Online News Hour: Cuba and the United States

For Students 9th - 10th
Site is an Online NewsHour report on the relations between Cuba and the U.S. Trade, trade embargo, life in Cuba, Cuban Missile Crisis, and many more topics are discussed.
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US National Archives

Our Documents: De Lome Letter (1898)

For Students 9th - 10th
This site features an online facsimile of the letter written by the Spanish Ambassador to the United States in which he criticized American President William McKinley. Its publication generated public support for a war with Spain over...
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Southwestern Academy: Eisenhower's Foreign Policy [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
A well-organized look at President Eisenhower's Cold War policies throughout his two terms as president. Find out about his policies toward the USSR, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East.
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Digital History

Digital History: Cuba Libre! [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
The rationale behind the United States' going to war against Spain was to insure Cuba's independence. Read the highlights of the Proctor Report, President McKinley's message to Congress asking for intervention, and the Teller Resolution...
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Patrick McSherry

Spanish American War Centennial: The Transport Service

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains historical information on the transportation of soldiers who fought in the Spanish-American War. It discusses the difficulties of moving so many soldiers to Cuba and the Philippines.
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: Bridging World History: Global Industrialization

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Europe and America were far from alone in the quest for industrialization. This unit explores just how far the age of industry impacted the world.
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Mex Connect

Mex Connect: Mexican Art, Authors and Artisans

For Students 9th - 10th
The listing of Mexican artists, artisans, authors, and art makes it easy to "pick and choose." Oodles of information here.

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