Ibis Communications
Eyewitness to History: Invasion of Iwo Jima, 1945
Students explore the battle of Iwo Jima. The resource consists of an audio clip aboard a destroyer a few hundred yards off shore during the invasion of Iwo Jima.
Then Again
Then Again: Web Chron: Battle of Stalingrad
Outlines the 1942 Battle of Stalingrad between Soviet Russia and Nazi Germany.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: D Day and the German Surrender
A brief description of the end of World War II with the invasion of Normandy on D-Day, the Battle of the Bulge, the Allied race to Berlin, and finally, V-E Day.
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: Grade 8 Social Studies Units
A grade 8 scope and sequence document with six complete units.
Curated OER
Image From Audio: Churchill and World War Two
Website encompasses every aspect of World War II with particular emphasis on British roles and viewpoints. Resources include a range of audio, visual, and interactive media. Content coverage highlights include the war at sea, the air...
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Eyewitness to History: Battle of Britain, 1940
A riveting eyewitness account of an RAF pilot describing his participation in a dogfight over Britain when the Germans were attempting to bomb Great Britain into surrender at the beginning of World War II. Included is an audio of Winston...
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Eyewitness to History: Battle of Britain, 1940
A riveting eyewitness account of an RAF pilot describing his participation in a dogfight over Britain when the Germans were attempting to bomb Great Britain into surrender at the beginning of World War II. Included is an audio of Winston...
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Eyewitness to History: Battle of Britain, 1940
A riveting eyewitness account of an RAF pilot describing his participation in a dogfight over Britain when the Germans were attempting to bomb Great Britain into surrender at the beginning of World War II. Included is an audio of Winston...
Other
Historic Naval Ships: Uss Lexington
Historic Naval Ships Association gives a description and history of the USS Lexington, which served in the Pacific in WWII and is now a museum.
University of Houston
University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: No. 1758: Sinking the Bismarck
A new take on the sinking of the Bismarck. Due to finding the actual sunken ship, possible evidence was procured that may support the idea that the Bismarck was actually scuttled by the Germans. Regardless, the sinking of the Bismarck...
Other
The History Net
The History Net is a leading portal for history enthusiasts, researchers, educators, and students. Extensive content can be found on almost any topic. Use "site search" to quickly find what you are looking for.
US Holocaust Memorial Museum
U.s. Holocaust Memorial Museum: Hidden Children: Quest for Family
After the end of World War II, Jewish survivors tried, with the help of Jewish organizations, to find the children they had left hidden in the care of others, or to find other family members. Many children had no memory of their...
The History Place
The History Place: The Defeat of Hitler: Defeat in the Desert
Describes the battles and military maneuvers of the Allies and the Germans in North Africa during World War II, resulting in the Germans' loss of North Africa.
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The Battle for Termoli
This site provides an account of all the leaders and military squadrons that participated in the battle at Termoli, Italy in World War II.
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The Battle for Termoli
This site provides an account of all the leaders and military squadrons that participated in the battle at Termoli, Italy in World War II.
Other
Deep Image: The Discovery of the U767
A first hand account on the discovery of the German U Boat, the U767, which was sunk in the English Channel by British naval forces. Includes a primary source on the attack on the U Boat.
Veterans Affairs Canada
Veterans Affairs Canada: Anniversary of the Dieppe Raid: In Canada Events
This beautiful collection of images highlights various events that were held in Canada to honour the bravery and sacrifices at one of the most devastating battles in Canadian Military History.
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Ca: Uss Hornet (Cvs 12) (Aircraft Carrier)
Essex class aircraft carrier which was commissioned in November 1943. She played a role in the Pacific battles of World War II and then went on to serve in the Vietnam War. It also recovered the Apollo Astronauts as they returned from...
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Ibiblio: Central Burma Campaign
This site from Ibiblio is an official Defense Department history of the Burma battles fought in 1945 against the Japanese. The role of Merrill's Raiders is analyzed.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Alabama: Uss Drum(submarine)
Launched on May 12, 1941, this was the first of the Gato-class submarines completed before World War II. It represents what was the standard design for American fleet submarines at the beginning of that war. The USS Drum sank fifteen...
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Ma: Uss Massachusetts (Battleship)
One of two surviving United States Navy South Dakota-class battleships, Massachusetts saw action in World War II, winning 11 battle stars. She is on display at Battleship Cove.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Alabama: Uss Alabama(battleship)
One of two surviving South Dakota-class battleships, Alabama was commissioned in 1942 and spent forty months in active service in World War II's Pacific theater, earning nine battle stars over twenty-six engagements with the Japanese.
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Washington (State): Arthur Foss (Tugboat)
Built in 1889, the Arthur Foss is one of the oldest wooden-hulled tugboats afloat in the United States. She gained worldwide fame when the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer movie studio leased the vessel for its 1933 production Tugboat Annie, starring...