Alpha Omega
History and Geography—Two World Wars
Here's a combination textbook/workbook that examines the conditions in Europe that lead to World War I. Ideal for homeschoolers as well as classroom use.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: World War Ii
Visit this website from the Wikipedia encyclopedia for an exhaustive encyclopedia article on World War II. Content includes information on the causes of the war, the European theater, the Pacific theater, and the historical significance...
Other
American Merchant Marine at War: u.s. Merchant Marine in World War Ii
Gives an excellent history of the sailing ships and sailors of the Merchant Marine in both the Atlantic and Pacific. Links on the page include many firsthand accounts of the sailors and their experiences during the war.
The History Place
The History Place: World War Ii in the Pacific Timeline
This site has a timeline covering the years of 1941 (Japanese Bomb Pearl Harbor) to 1945 (United Nations is born). Selected WWII battle photos are also included.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Battle of Verdun
Wikipedia provides very extensive information on the Battle of Verdun, a major action in World War I that resulted in more than 250,000 deaths.
Other
The History of War: Battles, Sieges, and Treaties: World War 2 (1939 1945)
Find a chronological listing of the major battles of World War II and dozens of minor battles fought all over the world. The source for a preponderance of the references is Wikipedia.
War Times Journal
War Times Journal: The Pacific War: A World War Ii Summary
This article provides a concise summary of the major events/battles of the Pacific War from the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor to the surrender of Japan in August 1945.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Battle of Kursk
This article explores the Battle of Kursk, the largest armored battle of all time. The article is broken into sections that focus on German plans, Soviet plans, Operation Citadel, the Soviet counteroffensive, the end of the battle, and...
Other
The 761st Tank Battalion
The official site for the African American 761st Tank Battalion that served during World War II. Site includes the history of the battalion referred to as the Black Panther Tank Battalion, pictures, and news of the veterans.
US Navy
Department of the Navy: Uss Lexington in Battle of Coral Sea
This site is about the part that the USS Lexington played in the Battle of Coral Sea. In 1942 the Lexington fought valiantly and then met her demise.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: Omar Bradley
A brief biography of Omar Bradley, key general at the the D-Day invasion and the Battle of the Bulge in World War II.
The History Place
The History Place: The Defeat of Hitler: Battle of the Bulge
Describes in detail the events leading up to and during the Battle of the Bulge which took place near the end of World War II.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Isoroku Yamamoto
This site from Wikipedia provides a biography of Japanese naval commander, Isoroku Yamamoto. Includes information on his accomplishments and his involvement in World War II and the attack on Pearl Harbor.
The History Place
The History Place: Wwii in the Pacific: u.s. Troops in Action 1942 1945
A collection of photographs and a map covering American action in the Pacific during World War II. Captions accompany the images.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: African American Veterans and the Civil Rights Movement
Many African American veterans joined the Civil Rights Movement after World War II when they found themselves facing continued discrimination at home. Learn about some of the veterans who were prominent activists.
Other
Stopping the Tide: The Battle of Midway, 4 6 June 1942
A complete description of the Battle of Midway, often cited as the turning point of the war against the Japanese. Includes detailed information into what happened during the attacks and battle.
World War 1
Worldwar1.com: Great War Society: Doughboy Center: Forgotten Victory: Part Ii
This site is a sequel to Part I. It also contains excellent information about the end of the battle for Blanc Mont Rouge and where the Marines directed their attention from there.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: George S. Patton Jr.
Provides information about George S. Patton and his leadership during WWII.
Other
D Day Invasion at Normandy
A detailed account of one of the most important battles of World War II, the D-Day invasion of Normandy. Gives a history of World War II that led up to this battle and describes what would have happened if the Allies had failed at D-Day.
Other
Office of Strategic Services Operational Groups
Gives details on the major operations of the OSS in World War II. Read about the Operational Groups that operated in several battle spheres.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Hyper War: Ships of the u.s Navy, 1940 1945: Uss Yorktown
Statistical information on the USS Yorktown along with photos from World War II.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Solomon Islands: History
Find out about the history of the people who inhabited Solomon Islands, their importance in World War II, and the recent history. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Other
Historic Naval Ships: Uss Lexington
Historic Naval Ships Association gives a description and history of the USS Lexington, which served in the Pacific in WWII and is now a museum.
US Holocaust Memorial Museum
U.s. Holocaust Memorial Museum: Hidden Children: Quest for Family
After the end of World War II, Jewish survivors tried, with the help of Jewish organizations, to find the children they had left hidden in the care of others, or to find other family members. Many children had no memory of their...