Despite the insurgency and violence in Iraq, hopes are high for elections to take place. Here is a report on the situation as of December, 2004.

Learning module in which students use multi-media resources to analyze U.S. policy toward Iraqi refugees and gain an understanding of the causes and scope of the Iraqi refugee crisis, exploring firsthand accounts of Iraqi refugees'...

This site provides a map and dates concerning the chronology of the Gulf War.

MSNBC offers a breaking news story on the capture of Saddam Hussein also tells of his rise to power.

Site provides information on the players, the military systems, a summary of the war, a timeline, and more.

A thorough report on legally questionable cases of civilians killed by US forces in postwar Iraq. The report includes case studies and future recommendations. PDF format. (2003 information)

Transcript of an interview of National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice in September of 2002, discussing President George W. Bush's ideas about moving the US into war against Iraq.

PBS' take on the transfer of power in Iraq on June 28th, 2004. You will be able to watch the segment, listen to the segment, and read the transcript of this historic event and hear from many of the key figures.

Interactive lesson places students in the role of decision-makers as they explore divergent policy alternatives concerning how the post-war period in Iraq should be handled, who should be in charge, and what the goals should be.

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...

This July 29, 2009 report from BBC examines the the role of American troops in Iraq one month after their withdrawl from Iraqi cities under the Status of Forces Agreement. This site also provides numerous links to related stories on Iraq.

A thorough examination of the connections between Al Qaeda and the ongoing war in Iraq through interviews with highly respected experts. Also provides video, links to numerous reports and books on the subject, and a forum for responses....

Two-part lesson plan focuses on the question of the U.S. presence in Iraq.

Interactive two-day lesson plan that engages students in consideration of divergent policy alternatives concerning how the situation in Iraq should be handled, who should be in charge, and what the goals should be.

This animated map of Baghdad shows the parts of the city as it is bombed by date from 2003 to 2007,a running tally of people killed in specific areas, and the ethnic divisions in the city.

[Free Registration/Login Required] A thought-provoking essay discusses the political, social, and technological trends facing the United States at the turn of the 21st century. Of particular focus is the Bush presidency, 9/11, and the...

A report on the activities in 2003 of the U.S. Army in al-Falluja, an Iraqi town that has not embraced the United States occupation. Many deaths have occurred there.

This resource provides materials to enhance debates between students about the Iraq War.

From the PBS NewsHour with Jim Lehrer a series of lesson plans that allow students to understand a variety of events and themes connected to the war in Iraq in 2003. Provides step by step instructions and access to required materials.

A lesson for examining how recent U.S.-fought wars have shaped expectations of the cost of war. Students discuss American expectations about the war as of 2003 in Iraq regarding the length of the war, casualties, and military versus...

Web page with biographical information about key players in the war with Iraq.

In a release from March 2003, CBC summarizes Prime Minister Chretien's reasoning for not supporting the American-led War in Iraq. Video and audio clips covering the story are provided.

Resource has compiled a series of quotes from national and international sources concerning the invasion of Iraq by the United States and Britain. (March 21, 2003)

Understand the evolution of the law of war dating back to Mesopotamia in 3100 B.C. Recognize what justifies war.