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Country Studies US

Country Studies: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at Grenada from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
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Hartford Web Publishing

World History Archives: The Changing Faces of Imperialism

For Students 9th - 10th
Reflections of Latin American history on imperialism, religion, human rights and social justice. Gives a historical perspective to current times (1996). Text
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Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion on the Caribbean island of Grenada, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
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PBS

Pbs American Experience: The Invasion of Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
A concise article on the 1983 U.S. invasion of Grenada. Also, refers to the US Marine barracks bombing in Beirut.
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Other

Commonwealth Secretariat: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
The Commonwealth Secretariat offers a country profile of Grenada with information on its geography, society, economy, history, constitution, and politics. Includes a map and image of the flag.
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Grenada. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
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World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about core health indicators in Grenada in this World Health Organization country profile, which includes demographic and health information both historic and current.
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US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information about the relationship between the United States and Grenada. Additional information about the country is available through the links at the bottom of the page.
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Hans Lohninger

Photo Globe: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides many general country facts and statistics about Grenada in a well organized chart form. This site is enriched by links to maps and an image of its flag.
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Other

Global Policy Forum: u.s. Invasion of Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
Reassessment of the invasion of Grenada by the United States in 1983. Discusses the island nation before, during, and after the invasion. Leans more progressive.
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US Navy

Grenada: Operation Urgent Fury

For Students 9th - 10th
Excerpts from a military account of the Grenada invasion. Includes links to bibliography of books about the invasion of Grenada and a list of US Navy Ships participating in Operation Urgent Fury.
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World InfoZone

World Info Zone: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
Great resource that is full of useful information about the Caribbean island of Grenada. Content includes geography, environment, architecture, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and news. Be sure to look at the fact sheet...
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Latimer Clarke Corporation

Atlapedia Online: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete profile of Grenada including highlights on its geography, climate, people, modern history, economy, communications, and military. Click on the maps to enlarge them.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Grenada, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Grenada: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Hurricane Ivan wreaked havoc on Grenada's economy. Find out how the country is recovering and what parts of the economy are growing. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Grenada: Government

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the government of Grenada and its political parties. The government is based the British parliamentary system. A chart is provided naming the public officials, and information about the branches of government. Information is...
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Grenada: History

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about the history of Grenada, a small island in the Caribbean. Read about its discovery by Columbus, its passing from French control to British, and its modern history. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC profiles the country of Grenada presenting information on its geography, tourism, leaders, and media. Listen to Grenada's national anthem or view a timeline of historical events.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to Grenada which is known as the "Spice Island". An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Grenadians

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Grenadians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
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Curated OER

University of Texas: Grenada: Relief Map

For Students 9th - 10th
A relief map of the island of Grenada showing the major cities and its mountainous terrain. An inset shows Grenada's location in the Grenadines. From the Perry-Castaneda collection.
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Curated OER

University of Texas: Map of Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
Although small, this map of Grenada shows some of the cities on the island and its location in the Grenadines. From the Perry-Castaneda collection.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Grenada: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the island of Grenada in the Caribbean.
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InterKnowledge Corp.

Geographia.com: Grenada

For Students 9th - 10th
Featured is the official online tour guide from Geographia.com of the island of Grenada in the Caribbean. Learn about the geography, history and tourist attractions of these volcanic islands.