Mount Holyoke College
Mt. Holyoke: Annexation of Bosnia Herzegovina, 1908
A step-by-step description of the process by which Austria-Hungary annexed Bosnia-Herzegovina. Written in 1908.
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Anschluss
A detailed account of the takeover and annexation of Austria by Nazi Germany in 1938. Includes links to various personalities, events and sources related to the event including actual radio accounts from the period.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Austria
Features a country profile of Austria, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, maps, and much more tourism...
Read Works
Read Works: World War I the Assassination of the Archduke of Austria
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the assassination of the Archduke of Austria in 1908. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Austrians
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Austrians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Austria
Provides an overview of the culture of Austria. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Austria
The BBC features an overview on the European country of Austria including key facts, historical background, information on political leaders and the news media, and a timeline of key events. Also provides links to recent news stories and...
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Kunsthistoriches Museum, Vienna
This beautiful and historic museum houses maninly European art. Highlights include Renaissance and Baroque paintings from Italy, France, the Netherlands, Spain and Germany.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Austria
See a map of Austria and read about the country's geography, government. people, economy and more.
Canadian Museum of History
Cmc: Imperial Austria: Treasures of Art, Arms, and Armor
This resource is based on a museum exhibit of some different cultural aspects of Austria. Click on a link at the bottom to view some of the artifacts.
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Weather Online: Climates of the World: Austria
A short, comprehensive site providing information about Austria's climate and weather. It also contains links to other countries' climate websites.
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Motorline: Motorsport
Austrian Racing site in German with many images that can be navigated by beginners. Numerous links to images, games, screen savers, motorcycles, Formula 1 racing (Formel 1) and cars in general (Autowelt).
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Austria: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, politics, and demographics for the European country of Austria.
The History Place
The History Place: Images of Anschluss
This site from The History Place provides archived photos with captions showing Nazi rule in Austria. A link to return to a WWII Timeline is also included.
Information Technology Associates
Countries of the World: Austria Economy
Learn about the economy in Austria at this site. This page is easy to read and understand and provides good information about the structure of the Austrian market economy.
Other
The German Way: Notable People From the German Speaking World
This is an encyclopedic listing of important people in German, Austrian and Swiss history. Each person is identified in a brief paragraph.
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Austria
This site displays a picture and description of the flag of Austria. It also includes a history of the flag, Coat of Arms, and flags of the Austrian government members.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Austria
On this site, learn about Austria's history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population.
Dallas Symphony Orchestra
Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids: Johannes Brahms
Brahms used to play piano in dance halls when he was a child in order to help support his family. Use RealAudio and Windows Media Player to listen to some of his work. This site also provides more information about the life and works of...
Other
Europe for Visitors: Country List
This resource is a commercial travel resource that features links to information about the countries of Western Europe. Photographs are included throughout.
Geographic
Countries of the World: Austria
Learn about the economy in Austria at this site. This page is easy to read and understand and provides good information about the structure of the Austrian market economy.
HotChalk
Hot Chalk: Lesson Plans Page: Stretching Silent Night
This lesson plan is themed around Christmas, and teaching students about Christmas music.
University of California
University of California: Austria
Here you will learn what Austria's Natural Resources are and how they're used.
Curated OER
The History Place: Images of Anschluss
This site from The History Place provides archived photos with captions showing Nazi rule in Austria. Also provided is a link to return to the WWII Timeline for additional information.