George Washington University
National Security Archive: The Cuban Missile Crisis, 1962
A brief overview of the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962. New information gleaned from previously classified material is also included.
George Washington University
National Security Archive: Anatomy of a Controversy
The most dangerous moment of the Cuban Missile Crisis appeared to be on the evening of Saturday, October 27,1962. This site provides accounts of the events of this day by several of the important world leaders who were involved.
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Landscape Change Program: History and Impact of the Interstate Highway System
Read about the reasons behind Federal Highway Act, which resulted in the interstate highway system. Find out about the contruction of the highways, and the cultural impact caused by such highways bypassing so many towns throughout the...
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Jewish Women's Archive: Ethel Rosenberg
A biographical account of the life of accused spies, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, who were convicted of espionage, sentenced, and executed in spite of intense public pressure in response to the widespread belief that they were innocent.
Federation of American Scientists
Fas: Cuban Missile Crisis
This site from the Federation of American Scientists has lots of photos regarding the Cuban Missile Crisis, as well as Foreign Relations Documents.
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum
Jfk Presidential Library and Museum: Jfk in History: The Bay of Pigs
The John F. Kennedy Library and museum provides a detailed description of how the Bay of Pigs Invasion came about, what happened and the aftermath of the event. The information is thorough and includes pictures of John F. Kennedy...
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The "Evil Empire" Speech, 8 March 1983
The full text of President Ronald Reagan's "Evil Empire" speech delivered in Orlando, Florida, which stated U.S. policy vis-a-vis the Soviet Union during its last years.
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Aerostories: Gary Powers' Misadventure
An excellent resource for learning about the U-2 spy plane flown by Francis Gary Powers that was shot down over Russia in 1960. Contains a very detailed examination of the origins of spy plane missions plus fabulous details that bring...
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U.s. Centennial of Flight Commission: The Berlin Airlift
This site gives readers an in-depth look at the Berlin Airlift. Examines the dates the operation took place, amounts of materials airlifted into Eastern Germany, Soviet reactions, and details of the operation. A very informative resource...
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National Szechenyi Library: History of 1956 Hungarian Revolution
A resource database of historical stories and archived material relating to the 1956 Hungarian Revolution.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Nato: Us Mission to Nato by Secretary Albright
Resource presents former Secretary Madeleine Albright's speech on the United States mission to NATO.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Nato: Military Representative of Belgium
Resource presents the curriculum vitae (document of personal experiences and qualifications) for Lt. General Jean-Marie Jockin, the Belgian military representative to NATO.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Nato: Military Representative of the Us
Resource presents the curriculum vitae (document of personal experiences and qualifications) for Vice Admiral William D. Sullivan, the US military representative to NATO.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Nato: Military Representative of the Uk
Resource presents the curriculum vitae (document of personal experiences and qualifications) for Vice Admiral P.K. Haddacks, the British military representative to NATO.
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Nato: Military Representative of Portugal
Resource presents the curriculum vitae (document of personal experiences and qualifications) for Vice Admiral A.J. Sarmento, the Portuguese military representative to NATO.
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German Embassy: Berlin Airlift
This site, sponsored by the German Embassy, looks at the Berlin Airlift. The piece is brief but gives a unique, German perspective. Conveys a great introduction to the topic.
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Behind the Scenes: The Mc Carran Internal Security Act
Read about the origins and impact of the McCarran Internal Security Act which President Harry Truman called "the greatest danger to freedom of speech, press and assembly, since the Alien and Sedition Laws of 1798." Find out how a fear of...
Mount Holyoke College
Mount Holyoke College: East German Communists and Origins of Berlin Blockade
Provides the well-documented text of the article "The East German Communists and the Origins of the Berlin Blockade Crisis" by Charles F. Pennacchio.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Containment and the Marshall Plan
Read about President Truman's two-pronged foreign policy for Europe. Find out about his containment policy and the Truman Doctrine, which was manifested in the Marshall Plan.
US Department of State
Office of the Historian: Alliance for Progress and Peace Corps, 1961 1969
A look at the Alliance for Progress and the assistance it promised for Latin American countries who agreed to increase democracy in their governments. See what successes there were through this program. Also read a brief overview of the...
US Department of State
U.s. Department of State: The Yalta Conference, 1945
This site provides a concise summary of the decisions made by Winston Churchill, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Joseph Stalin at the Yalta Conference in 1945.
Wyzant
Wyzant: Nikita Khrushchev
Brief overview of Nikita Khrushchev's life and political career. With link to Krushchev's comments on JFK.
City University of New York
Ashp: A Postal Worker Testifies Before the Loyalty Security Program
Read the actions taken against a postal worker, who, as a federal worker, was subject to the vague loyalty oath. Find out what the charges where against him and what happened to him.
US National Archives
Docsteach: Apollo Soyuz: Space Age Detente
In July 1975, the first joint Soviet-American spacecraft docking took place. In this activity, students will analyze the way that government officials in both the United States and the Soviet Union valued space exploration for more than...
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