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Scholastic

Scholastic News: Rebuilding Iraq

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent site for information on efforts to rebuild Iraq. Find basic information about the war buildup, the war itself, humanitarian needs, and the new government. Site provides lesson plans and activities that will aid in teaching this...
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PBS

Frontline: Chasing Saddam's Weapons

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion on the search for the weapons of mass destruction which were given as a reason to go to war with Iraq. Tries to discover why the intelligence went wrong and why there have not been any weapons of mass destruction found. (24...
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Council of Foreign Relations

Council of Foreign Rel.: How to Build a Democratic Iraq

For Students 9th - 10th
A scholarly article from the Council of Foreign Relations which focuses on the issues facing the Iraqi people as they try to rebuild a new government. The authors argue that the Iraqi people do have several advantages in helping them...
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CNN

Cnn: No Evidence Iraq Stockpiled Wm Ds

For Students 9th - 10th
On 1/26/2004, CNN reported that Weapons Inspector David Kay resigned and stated that Iraq had no WMDs during the lead up to the war. This site will give a background on the case for war and the search for WMDs.
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PBS

Pbs Frontline:the Insurgency

For Students 9th - 10th
From PBS Frontline,"an investigation into the people who are fighting against U.S. and coalition forces in Iraq." Included are a chart of insurgent attacks, a map of religious groups, previous PBS reports on the war, interviews, a...
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Other

The Heartland of Iraq Women's Conference [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
A summary report on a conference held in Iraq on the status of women both under the Saddam regime but also under the American occupation. (October 2003)
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BBC

Bbc: Allawi to Stand in Iraq Elections

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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NBC

Msnbc: Saddam's Legacy of Violence and War

For Students 9th - 10th
MSNBC offers a breaking news story on the capture of Saddam Hussein also tells of his rise to power.
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Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch: Post War Civilian Deaths in Baghdad Caused by Us Force [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
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)
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BBC

Bbc: Japan to Pull Troops Out of Iraq

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents the Japanese role in Iraq and also explains the Japanese people's thoughts on the war. Explains why the Japanese government decided to leave Iraq in 2006.
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BBC

Bbc News: Bush and Blair Admit Iraq Errors

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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National Archives (UK)

United Kingdom: Butler Report [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
The complete text of the Butler Report from the United Kingdom. A group of leaders from the British Parliament were asked to review the reasons why Britain went to war against Iraq. There is a lengthy discussion on WMDs in Iraq. The...
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PBS

Pbs Teachers: Choices in War: What Would You Save First? (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A lesson for examining instances of lawlessness, specifically looting, as a result of war.
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New York Times

New York Times: Baghdad's Survivors

For Students 9th - 10th
This interactive resource communicates the catastrophic effect that the war in Iraq has had on the Iraqi civilian population. It gives first person accounts that are translated for ease of following along with the audio. (23 July 2006)
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Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: Iraq War

For Students 9th - 10th
Features interesting facts and detailed information on the Iraq War Iraq War (2003 - 2011) and Saddam Hussein the dictator and president of Iraq.
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Other

Rayment: The Gulf War

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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CNN

Cnn: Soldier's Mom Digs in Near Bush Ranch 8/07/05

For Students 9th - 10th
Beginning on August 6th, 2005, Cindy Sheehan, the mother of a fallen soldier in Iraq travelled to Crawford, Texas to get a meeting with President Bush. She wants to know why her son died and wants an honest answer as to why America is at...
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Digital History

Digital History: September 11, 2001

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has a comprehensive overview of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the U.S., including information on Osama bin Laden's background, the formation of Al Qaeda, the attacks themselves, the US response, civil liberties and national...
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New York Times

New York Times: Marines Poised for Battle in Falluja

For Students 9th - 10th
An interactive slide show which shows images about the assault on Fallujah. There is a description of every picture along with an audio description of the events in the pictures. (21 April 2004)
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USA Today

Us atoday.com: Strain of Iraq War Showing on Bush

For Students 9th - 10th
This article discusses the Iraq War and Bush's presidency.
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Other

Gulf War Debriefing Book

For Students 9th - 10th
Site provides information on the players, the military systems, a summary of the war, a timeline, and more.
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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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PBS

Pbs News Hour: Iraq's Latest Strategy: Suicide Attacks (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A lesson plan for examining the motivations and personal beliefs of suicide bombers. Students discuss the impact that suicide attacks have on public support for a war and the effectiveness of military tactics to counter them. (March, 2003)
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CNN

Cnn: Powell Lays Out u.s. Case

For Students 9th - 10th
CNN provides a detailed overview of Colin Powell's presentation to the U.N. Security Council on February 5, 2003. This presentation lays out the U.S. case against Iraq, pointing out Iraq's consistent lies and deception regarding U.N....

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