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Curated OER

Marching Towards War

For Teachers 7th - 9th
The first Great War began on July 28, 1914 after the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. But were there other causes? Yes, and your class will find out all about nationalism, imperialism, the Triple Alliance, and other key players...
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Wilhelm Ii, German Emperor

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia, a free and open-source encyclopedia, explores the life of Wilhelm II of Prussia and Germany, the German Kaiser during World War I.
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Brigham Young University

Byu: Wwi Document Archive: Wilhelm Ii

For Students 9th - 10th
The Harold B. Lee Library provides a biography of Kaiser Wilhelm II, who ruled Germany during World War I.
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PBS

Pbs the Great War: Kaiser Wilhelm Ii & Ludwig Meidner

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS offers a look into the lives of Kaiser Wilhelm II and Ludwig Meidner, as well as the role each of them played during World War I. Content includes quotes and historian commentary.
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PBS

Pbs the Great War: Kaiser Wilhelm Ii Crippled Bombast

For Students 9th - 10th
Historian Robert K. Massie explores how Kaiser Wilhelm II's crippled arm shaped his personality and even the war.