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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: The Sinking of the u.s.s. Indianapolis

For Students 9th - 10th
Through flashback, L.D.Cox tells how he survived the sinking of the U.S.S. Indianapolis during World War II in this segment from History Detectives.
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Handout
Other

Destroyers Online: Destroyers, Destroyer Escorts, and Frigates

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive information about primary U.S. war ships used to protect convoys from U-Boats.
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History of American Wars

History of American Wars: World War 2 Navy

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides facts about the role of the Navy in World War II focusing on aircraft carriers, submarines, and small naval boats.
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Article
Other

U.s. Army: Chaplain Corps History: The Four Chaplains

For Students 9th - 10th
A brave story of four men, bonded by their faiths, helping many passengers on the USAT Dorchester after it was struck by a torpedo in 1943.
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Other

America in Wwii: Richard Sassaman: The Faithful Four

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed article featuring the heroic story of the Four Chaplains of World War II who sacrificed their lives to save others after the USAT Dorchester was torpedoed by a German ship.
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Article
The History Place

The History Place: The Four Chaplains

For Students 9th - 10th
The story of four heroes in World War II aboard the USAT Dorchester who made the ultimate sacrifice to save others.
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PPT
CNN

Cnn: Bob Greene: Real Heroes: Four Died So Others Might Live

For Students 9th - 10th
A short slideshow identifying four brave Americans who sacrificed their lives to save many others on the USAT Dochester in 1943.
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Handout
Other

Tincan Sailors: A Description of Us Destroyers and Their Weapons

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed site about Destroyers and their role in the war. Photographs, weapons, living conditions. All the information you need on Destroyers