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BBC

Bbc History: World Wars in Depth: The Fall of France

For Students 9th - 10th
A very complete description of the race of German troops across Belgium and Holland into France, resulting in the surrender of the Low Countries and France.
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BBC

Bbc News: The "Miracle: Of Dunkirk

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about how ordinary citizens, in addition to the Royal Navy, came to the rescue of almost 300,000 troops trapped on the coast of France by the advance of the Germans. The miracle of Dunkirk was just that. Hyperlinks to interviews and...
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The History Place

The History Place: The Defeat of Hitler: A New World War

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the German obsession with Britain's success at empire-building and overcoming enemies, Hitler's announcement to the German people of the invasion of Poland, the response of the British and the French, and the dread all felt...
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Cyberlearning World: Events of World War Ii Before American Involvement

For Students 9th - 10th
A simple set of notes listing the events occurring at the beginning of World War II and how countries in Europe became involved. A good review.
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U.s. Centennial Flight Commission: Air Power:the Battle of Britain

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a concise account of the Battle of Britain, Adolf Hitler's attempt to conquer Great Britain in the summer of 1940. See how the British prevailed and what mistakes the Germans made.