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PBS

Pbs American Experience: Race for the Superbomb

For Students 9th - 10th
This site explores the Cold War race to develop the hydrogen bomb, a weapon that would change the world. Content details all the people who were involved in the race for the H-Bomb, as well as notable events during this time period....
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The History Place

The History Place: The Vietnam War America Commits

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from The History Place provides a lengthy timeline, accented with many quotations, explaining how America came to be directly involved in Vietnam. This is a great site to check out on the subject.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of American History: The End of the Cold War

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief paragraph which summarizes the events which led to the end of the Cold War in 1991.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: The Korean War

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents facts and a timeline of the Korean War (June 25, 1950 - July 27, 1953).
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States History and Timeline Overview

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of the United States including early British colonies, the American Revolution, Civil War, World War I and 2, Civil Rights, and the Cold War.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Russia History and Timeline Overview

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of Russia including early civilizations, the empire, Tsars, the Russian Revolution, communism, Soviet Union, cold war, and current events.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Collapse of the Ussr 10 Years On

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive information about the collapse of the USSR. Includes an interactive timeline from 1985 through 1991, an interactive map of the countries of the USSR with country profiles and timelines, eyewitness accounts of the collapse of...
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Other

Detailed History of the Hungarian Revolution of 1956

For Students 9th - 10th
This site examines the events of the Hungarian Revolution. It includes a timeline and glossary of events, people, and groups, and other organizations.
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North Atlantic Treaty Organization

Nato's 60th Anniversary

For Students 9th - 10th
NATO has put together a tremendous amount of information about the 60 years it has been in existence. The resource includes photos, videos, tv lectures about NATO, a timeline of events in each decade from 1949 to 2009, and copies of its...
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A&E Television

History.com: Key Moments in the Cuban Missile Crisis

For Students 9th - 10th
The Cuban Missile Crisis was among the scariest events of the Cold War. The 13-day showdown brought the world's two superpowers to the brink of nuclear war. hese are the steps that brought the United States and Soviet Union to the brink...
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Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: Nasa Timeline

For Students 9th - 10th
This interesting NASA timeline provides the dates and facts about the important events and people involved in space exploration in the United States.
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PBS

Pbs: Atomic Bomb

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive treatment of PBS movie "Race for the Superbomb". Includes timeline, maps, special features, and teacher's guide. Extensive links to people and events.
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Wyzant

Wyzant: History and Politics Outloud: The Cuban Missile Crisis, October 18 29, 1962

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides in-depth information about the Cuban Missile Crisis. Includes a 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis timeline and audio clips.
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Other

Atom Central: The Cuban Missile Crisis

For Students 9th - 10th
A timeline of events between October 15 and November 1, 1963 depicts the time period during which the Cuban Missile Crisis took place,
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BBC

Bbc: The Story of Africa: Collapse of Apartheid

For Students 9th - 10th
Part of the BBC's The Story of Africa, this page explores the collapse of apartheid with quotes, images, audio files, and speeches by Nelson Mandela. Click on the links on the left to learn more about South Africa, Apartheid, the Cold...
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PBS

Commanding Heights

For Students 9th - 10th
This timeline of East Germany from 1945 to 1990 chronicles key events from communist domination to political and economic freedom with the end of the Cold War and the dismantling of the Berlin Wall.
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City University of New York

American Social History Proj.: Decoding u.s. Foreign Policy: Iran Contra Affair

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students explore the Iran-Contra Affair using a timeline and related documents, and practice critical thinking about US foreign policy during the late Cold War years, and about the actions of officials of Ronald Reagan's government. They...
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PBS

Pbs: American Experience: The Berlin Airlift

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive overview of the Berlin Airlift provides links to maps, timelines, and other resources. The entire film is not available at this time, however, a short clip can be viewed. Coverage of the Chocolate Pilot and the support by...
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Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: Arab Israeli Conflict

For Students 9th - 10th
History timeline of the Arab-Israeli conflict provides an overview of historical events behind the clashes between Palestine and Israel.

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