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American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: General David H. Petraeus, Usa

For Students 9th - 10th
Biography of Army General David Petraeus examines his life and career as an expert military leader and mastermind of counterinsugency in Iraq and Afghanistan.
PPT
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 9: Modern Times

For Students 9th - 10th
This extensive learning module examines the extent to which conservatism successfully challenged liberal dominance in American culture and politics, and redefined economic policies and political behaviors. It looks at how the end of the...
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Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

Gilder Lehrman Institute: Facing the New Millenium

For Students 9th - 10th
[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...
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CNN

Cnn: General Tom Franks

For Students 9th - 10th
This article examines the role of General Tommy Franks in the War in Iraq. (October 24, 2001)
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PBS

Pbs Teachers: Avoiding Armageddon: Nation Building

For Teachers 9th - 10th
An in-depth analysis of nation building and the differences between the Marshall Plan and the plan to rebuild Iraq and Afghanistan. Students will also have the opportunity to pick a country and decide what they would do to rebuild it.
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A&E Television

History.com: Why This Pioneering Hopi Soldier Has a Mountain Named After Her

For Students 9th - 10th
Lori Ann Piestewa was the first woman to die on the front lines in Iraq and the first American Indian woman to die serving the U.S. Armed Forces. Piestewa has became synonymous with patriotic Native American sacrifice. In 2008, a...
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Saddam Hussein, a Life of Violence

For Students 9th - 10th
An effective synopsis of the life of Hussein, from his young life through the rule of Iran to his capture in December, 2003.
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Curated OER

The Gulf War Index

For Students 9th - 10th
A good resource on the Gulf War with many indexed links to background information, photos, maps and much more.
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Curated OER

Ibrahim Jaafari on Iraq's Election Day, 30 January

For Students 9th - 10th
A spokesman for Islamic Daawa Party, Jaafari emerged as post war Iraq's new prime minister. 4/7/05
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CNN

Cnn: Defiant Saddam Rejects Court & Charges

For Students 9th - 10th
An account of Saddam Hussein's first appearance in court on July 1, 2004 to fact his accusers. He claimed that he is still the legal president of Iraq and believes the court has no authority to try him.
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Curated OER

War in Iraq

For Students Pre-K - 1st
war in iraq
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Curated OER

Pbs Newshour Extra: u.s. Combat Troops Leave Iraq

For Students 9th - 10th
The US combat troops have pulled out of Iraq. What did the US accomplish? What will happen to Iraq now? Resource provides some answers. Also includes classroom activity and worksheet. 8/31/2010
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PBS

Pbs News Hour: Bush Legacy Lies in 9/11, Iraq, Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
How will history remember George W. Bush? Article discusses his early years, the Iraq War, the economy, health, education, and Katrina.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Timeline of Saddam Hussein's Capture

For Students 9th - 10th
A day to day, minute to minute chronology of Hussein's capture by US troops.
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PBS

Pbs: Commanding Heights the Battle for the World Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
A huge site dedicated to an understanding of the current global economic system. Includes the history, forces, values and perceptions that have shaped the world's economy. A comprehensive resource that includes a detailed economic report...
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Other

Usmc in the Persian Gulf

For Students 9th - 10th
An anthology of 26 articles about the US Marines involvement in the the Persian Gulf. The entries are indexed in a Table of Contents, and then you may scroll down to find the article you wish to read.
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CNN

Cnn: u.s. Launches Cruise Missiles at Saddam

For Students 9th - 10th
CNN reports on the invasion of Iraq by the United States and Britain, examining the implications of the initial strike and the global reaction to it. (March 20, 2003)
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Tommy Franks

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an informative site from Wikipedia about General Tommy Franks, who led the invasion of Iraq in 2003. The site provides information on his early life, education, and military career. Includes links to terms, names, or concepts...
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CNN

Cnn: Iraqis Attacking Symbols of Saddam 4/9/2003

For Students 9th - 10th
CNN's account of the fall of Baghdad during the Iraq War and the toppling of the statue of Saddam Hussein in the center square of the city.
Primary
US National Archives

White House: President Discusses Beginning of Operation Iraqi Freedom

For Students 9th - 10th
In this transcript of President George W. Bush's radio announcement to the country concerning the invasion of Iraq, he explains the nation's reasons for entering into war. (March 22, 2003)
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Scholastic

Scholastic: New York Times Upfront: A Few Good Women

For Students 9th - 10th
U.S. military women are fighting and dying in Iraq and Afghanistan. This article describes the kind of work only women can do in wars that have no front lines.
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PBS

Common Dreams: What I Didn't Find in Africa 7/6/2003

For Students 9th - 10th
Article written by Ambassador Wilson about his fact finding mission to Africa in order to determine whether Iraq was seeking uranium from Niger.
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CBS

Cbs News: Clarke's Take on Terror

For Students 9th - 10th
Former adviser to President Bush criticizes the war in Iraq, war on terror, and events following September 11 in this March 2004 report. [2:07]

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