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Selective Service System: u.s. Military Draft
One page article detailing the Selective Service System and its use in World War I, World War II, and after with links to more in-depth information relating to exemptions, classifications, and structure.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: George Washington: The Force of Personality and Military Command
A great look at the maturing of George Washington as a military leader where he learned the skills to be a great political leader.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1945 1980: Cold War Truman Doctrine & Marshall Plan
Read about the US's early attempts to contain communism through economic and military aid.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1890 1945: American Women and World War Ii
During World War II American women took news jobs in the military and defense industry.
A&E Television
History.com: What Caused the Korean War and Why Did the Us Get Involved?
The Korean War (1950-1953) was the first military action of the Cold War. It was sparked by the June 25, 1950 invasion of South Korea by 75,000 members of the North Korean People's Army. The line they crossed, the 38th parallel, was...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1890 1945: The League of Nations
After World War I, US President Woodrow Wilson helped to build an international peacekeeping organization.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1844 1877: Later Stages of the Civil War 1863
In the year 1863, US General Ulysses S. Grant succeeds in securing the western theatre of war and moves east to take on Robert E. Lee. [5 min, 51 sec]
A&E Television
History.com: A Timeline of Us Cuba Relations
The United States and Cuba share a long, complex history -- first as allies and trade partners, and later as bitter ideological enemies. This timeline shows how closely entwined America and Cuba have been over the last two centuries.
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Association of Military Colleges and Schools of the Us
This is the site of a non-profit service organization for schools with military programs approved by the Department of Defense and which maintain good standing in their regional accrediting organizations. It is designed as a source for...
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Military Industrial Complex Speech Eisenhower
This is a speech given by President Eisenhower during the last days of his administration. In it, he cautions against the growing power and influence of the American military-industrial complex. A great primary source that still contains...
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: For Afghanistan, a New Us Transition Strategy
The Obama administration is changing its strategy and timetable for US troops in Afghanistan. Caught between the desire of Karzai for limited American military role and the fear of not being able to fulfill the goal of subduing Taliban...
PBS
Pbs American Experience: The Invasion of Grenada
A concise article on the 1983 U.S. invasion of Grenada. Also, refers to the US Marine barracks bombing in Beirut.
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Senate Armed Svcs Commitee: Posture Statement of General Richard B. Myers [Pdf]
Although lengthy (33 pages), this statement by General Richard B. Myers to the United States Senate provides a clear, concise analysis of the War in Iraq and Operation Iraqi Freedom from the perspective of one of the Bush...
US Department of State
U.s. Dept of State: u.s. Mission in South Africa
Information on all aspects of State Department programs in South Africa, including military, development, and traveler issues as well as links to general information about the country.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: The Framework of Hemisphere Defense
This is the first chapter of a book on military history. It describes how the United States developed its policy of hemispheric defense between 1938 and 1941. The policy was designed to protect the Western Hemisphere from attack by...
BBC
Bbc: Week of 6 19 14: Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl Arrives Back in Us
After five years in captivity, prisoner of war Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl is back in the United States with a mixed reception from military members and civilians alike.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: World War Ii: The War Against Japan
This online version of a book on the US war against Japan is very extensive and filled with useful information.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Gettysburg National Military Park: Camp Life
Colorful exhibit showcases the actual artifacts used by the Civil War soldiers at Gettysburg. View their camp materials, clothing, equipment, and personal items. Also, like soldiers of all wars, long hours passed when they were not...
US Geological Survey
Us Geological Survey: Bioremediation: Nature's Way to a Cleaner Environment[pdf]
Excellent information provided by the U.S. Geological Survey.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Pea Ridge National Military Park: The Battle of Pea Ridge
An interesting look at the Battle of Pea Ridge. Navigate the information by clicking on the topics where you will find discussion of battleflags, the troops involved, how the troops were supplied, as well as first-person accounts.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: Gulf War Photographs
A collection of photographs taken during the Gulf War by the XVIII Airborne Corps History Office. They are representative of the types of photographic products generated during combat and contingency operations as historical evidence by...
US Navy
Grenada: Operation Urgent Fury
Excerpts from a military account of the Grenada invasion. Includes links to bibliography of books about the invasion of Grenada and a list of US Navy Ships participating in Operation Urgent Fury.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: u.s. Military Defeat: Indian Victory in the West
Read about the Whiskey Rebellion and what caused farmers to protest to the point of rebellion. Understand why a federal military response was such a grave decision.
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