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The Battle of Midway Instructional VideoThe Battle of Midway Instructional Video
Publisher
National WWII Museum
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Grade
7th - 12th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
7:46
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Duration
10 mins
Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
Technology
Video
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The Battle of Midway

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Scholars learn how the Battle of Midway was a turning point for the United States military in World War II in a video using archival footage and photos from 1942. 

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Concepts

world war ii, wartime, wars, military history

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Follow up with a hands-on activity creating a timeline of events for the Battle of Midway

Classroom Considerations

  • Themes of war and violence may not be suitable for all ages

Pros

  • Primary source material adds interest
  • Shows an example of a battle at sea during WWII

Cons

  • None

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