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US National Archives

Our Documents: Tonkin Gulf Resolution (1964)

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a summary of this resolution which supported President Johnson's actions in Vietnam and also provides an easy to read version of the complete text.
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Other

Links to Primary Documents & Classified Transcripts

For Students 9th - 10th
Check out this page for a list of links to primary source documents regarding the last years of U.S. involvement in Vietnam, many of which are declassified transcripts of conversations between Gerald Ford and Henry Kissinger.
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University of Michigan

Bentley Historical Library: A Decade of Dissent: Student Protests at Michigan

For Students 9th - 10th
Information and analysis on the student-led resistance to the war in Vietnam at the University of Michigan.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Ho Chi Minh

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Wikipedia provides a biography of the North Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh. Focuses primarily on his political life. Ho Chi Minh led the independence movement in North Vietnam.
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American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: Lt. Michael E. Thornton, Usn

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the incredible story of Medal of Honor recipient Lt. Michael E. Thornton who saved the life of his commander in Vietnam. Read about his background and story of amazing bravery, listen to an interview, and view a gallery of pictures.
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American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: Lt. Thomas R. Norris, Usn

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the incredible story of Lt. Thomas Norris who received the Medal of Honor award for his bravery in Vietnam. Read about his background and achievements, listen to an interview, and view a gallery of pictures.
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Virginia Tech

Digital History Reader: Who Won? Student Protest and Politics of Campus Dissent

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore American college students' political views, convictions, and concerns in the midst of the war in Vietnam through several articles, images, further reading, and writing assignments. Student protests on campuses across the nation...
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Library of Congress

Loc: Veterans History Project

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection, sponsored by the Library of Congress, of stories and experiences of veterans "while they are still among us." Students can also interview a veteran using the Project Kit supplied. Choose: How to participate in the Project...
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Virginia History Series

Virgina History Series: Virginia State History Post Wwii to Present Day [Pdf]

For Students 6th - 8th
Visualize the major events in the last half of the 20th century such as major wars and civil rights issues through the lens of the state of Virginia. In addition, learn about the pop culture of this time specifically in Virginia. Enjoy...
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Department of Defense

Do Dea: Ap Us History: Unit 8: An Age of Confidence and Anxiety

For Students 9th - 10th
This extensive learning module examines the United States' response to the global uncertainty and instability that followed World War II and the ways that marginalized groups challenged discrimination, and the counter-responses to their...
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PBS

Pbs: American Experience: Richard M. Nixon: Foreign Affairs

For Students 9th - 10th
Overview of the foreign policy of the Nixon administration with a focus on China, the Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty with the U.S.S.R., and Vietnam.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: John F. Kennedy

For Students 9th - 10th
From the online encyclopedia Wikipedia, this biographical account of JFK includes his military service during WWII, the significant events of his political career and presidency including Cabinet and Supreme Court appointments, and...
Website
PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Freedom: A History of Us: We Shall Overcome Webisode 15

For Students 9th - 10th
Webisode 15 - We Shall Overcome. The history of the United States is presented in a series of webisodes, within each are a number of segments.Included are links to lesson plans, teacher guides, resources, activities, and tools.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Muhammad Ali: Boxer and Civil Rights Activist

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
By watching a short video and engaging in two primary source activities, students will examine the career of tenacious champion Muhammad Ali and learn about his remarkable athletic achievements.
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Other

Landmark Cases: Tinker v. Des Moines (1969)

For Students 9th - 10th
A fantastic teacher resource site for helping students explore the main issues of the landmark case of Tinker v. Des Moines. It includes background summaries, excerpts of opinions, activities, and in-depth lessons.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: 1968: A Time of Change

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore how the events and cultural and political changes that occurred in 1968 came to represent the upheaval and dramatic changes in American life during the 1960s.
Website
PBS

Pbs: Independent Lens: Refugee

For Students 9th - 10th
Documentary film about three Cambodian Americans who, on a voyage of discovery, return to Cambodia after living as refugees in the United States for twenty years. The film explores the ways in which their personal stories reflect...
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Digital History

Digital History: The Age of Inflation

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a short article on inflation, but has a few prices of everyday goods from 1967 that might help in understanding inflation and how much prices have increased.
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Oxfam

Vietnam: History

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource provides a short description of Vietnam history and its division prior to the Vietnam War.
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Curated OER

Tomb of the Unknowns Photo by M. R. Patterson

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Arlington National Cemetery provides full coverage of information on the Tomb. Be sure to click on the Vietnam War hyperlink for the full story of the Vietnam War Unknown. Site also provides excellent pictures.
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Curated OER

Tomb of the Unknowns Poster

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Arlington National Cemetery provides full coverage of information on the Tomb. Be sure to click on the Vietnam War hyperlink for the full story of the Vietnam War Unknown. Site also provides excellent pictures.
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Curated OER

Tomb of the Unknowns November 11, 1921

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Arlington National Cemetery provides full coverage of information on the Tomb. Be sure to click on the Vietnam War hyperlink for the full story of the Vietnam War Unknown. Site also provides excellent pictures.
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Curated OER

Tomb of the Unknowns Photo 1948

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Arlington National Cemetery provides full coverage of information on the Tomb. Be sure to click on the Vietnam War hyperlink for the full story of the Vietnam War Unknown. Site also provides excellent pictures.
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Curated OER

Tomb of the Unknowns 1952

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Arlington National Cemetery provides full coverage of information on the Tomb. Be sure to click on the Vietnam War hyperlink for the full story of the Vietnam War Unknown. Site also provides excellent pictures.

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