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Irin: Sierra Leone: Election Could Turn on Kamajor War Heroes/criminals
Just prior to the Sierra Leone election of 2007, the Special Court of Sierra Leone found the last two Kamajor indictees guilty of war crimes. The impact of these trials on the upcoming elections is analyzed in this article. [Published...
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Pa'lante Latino: Galvez's Contribution to the American Revolutionary War
Learn about the contributions of Spanish governor Bernando De Galvez during the American Revolutionary War. Deemed a war hero, Galvez's efforts for freedom have made him a legacy within Latino society.
Greek Gods
Greek Gods: Greek Heroes: Agamemnon
Learn more about Agamemnon, King of Mycenae and leader and hero of the Trojan War in this site. See pictures and links to myths about him.
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Hall of Black Achievement: Sergeant William H. Carney, c.m.h.: Civil War Hero
A brief biography of William H. Carney, inspiration of the 54th Massachusetts. There is a link to an audio reading of the narrative.
South Carolina Educational Television
Etv: Bell South Digital Storyteller: Generations of Heroes
Information and advice for participating in a digital storytelling project that documents the experiences and memories of those who have served the United States in war or other military conflicts. Step-by-step instructions, useful...
University of Texas at Austin
Voces Oral History Project: u.s. Latinos and Latinas and World War Ii
Find personal narratives from Hispanic Americans that served in World War II. Many faced harrowing experiences in war only to be discriminated against upon returning home.
A&E Television
History.com: Black Heroes Throughout Us Military History
Meet the standout soldiers, spies and homefront forces who fought for America, from the Revolution to World War II. During the American Revolution, thousands of Black Americans fought -- on both sides of the conflict. As America's Civil...
Patrick McSherry
Spanish American War Centennial: The Signaling at Cuzco Well
Primary source material offers an account of the actions of Pvt. John Fitzgerald and Sgt. John Quick signaling for help during the Spanish-American War battle at Cuzco Well.
Patrick McSherry
Spanish American War Centennial: Danger in Fire Room 2!
An account of the danger associated with the Spanish American war vessels, powered by coal and steam, and the quick-thinking men who went beyond the call of duty.
World War 1
Worldwar1.com: Great War Society: Cesare Battisti: Italian Patriot, Hero, Martyr
Discussion of Cesare Battisti, an Italian patriot and politician of Austrian citizenship, who became a prominent Irredentist at the start of the First World War. Although condemned as a traitor in Austria, in Italy he is considered a...
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: Price of Freedom: Stubby (Canine Mascot and Hero)
A great story about the brindle pup who was the mascot of the 102 Infantry, 26th Yankee Division. Find out about the exploits of this extraordinary dog in World War I.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Presidential Log Cabins: Ulysses S. Grant, Hero of the Civil War
Part of a larger biography of presidents is this article which focuses on Ulysses S. Grant in his role as general in the Civil War.
East of England Broadband Network
E2 Bn: History's Heroes: The Heroine and the Holocaust
A history unit taking a close look at Poland during World War II. Meet the courageous Irena Sendlerowa, who helped save thousands of children. Activities expanding students' understanding of this hero and how Poland was involved in the...
BBC
Bbc History: In Search of Scotland: Wars of Independence: William Wallace
An account of Scotland's early hero, William Wallace. From England's point of view, a traitor, murderer, and outlaw. Find out the true life history of this famed hero.
Veterans Affairs Canada
Heroes Remember Canadian Chinese Veterans
Read and listen to firsthand accounts of Chinese men and women who served in the Second World War. At that time, the Chinese were not even allowed to vote and their courageous efforts in the war went unacknowledged. This article tries to...
Veterans Affairs Canada
Heroes Remember: Canadian Chinese Veterans
Read and listen to firsthand accounts of Chinese men and women who served in the Second World War. At that time, the Chinese were not even allowed to vote and their courageous efforts in the war went unacknowledged. This web site tries...
US National Archives
Nara: Teaching With Documents: Poster Art From World War Ii
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) explores how words and posters waged a constant battle for the hearts and minds of the American citizenry during World War II.
A&E Television
History.com: Why Did Benedict Arnold Betray America?
Historians offer up many explanations, including that the Revolutionary War general may have had some self-esteem issues as a child and young man. Benedict Arnold was once a patriotic war hero valued by George Washington and admired by...
CommonLit
Common Lit: Book Pairings: "The Odyssey" by Homer
Selected (6) reading passages (grades 8-11) to pair with the epic poem "The Odyssey" by Homer. Odysseus, an ancient Greek war hero and leader of Ithaca, embarks on a twenty-year long return to his homeland after the fall of Troy. It is...
Orca Book Publishers
Orca Book Publishers: Hero Teaching Guide [Pdf]
Hero, a story written by Martha Attema, is a historical fiction novel set in Holland during World War II. It centers on a young boy's love for a horse that sustains him after he is separated from his family. The horse is later taken away...
Greek Gods
Greek Gods: Greek Heroes: Odysseus
This site focuses on Odysseus including his ancestry, his participation in the Trojan War, his ten-year journey at sea, and pictures and myths about him
Greek Gods
Greek Gods: Greek Heroes: Achilles
This site focuses on Achilles including his ancestry, his participation in the Trojan War, and his weakness ("Achilles heel"). It offers links to pictures and myths about Achilles.
Greek Gods
Greek Gods: Greek Heroes: Helen
Read to learn more about Helen, "the most beautiful woman in the world," and learn how the Trojan War began.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: The Massachusetts 54th Regiment: Honoring the Heroes
In this lesson plan, students will consider "The Massachusetts 54th Regiment: Honoring the Heroes." The plan includes worksheets and other student materials that can be found under the resource tab.