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University of North Carolina

Unc Global: Center for Slavic, Eurasian and East European Studies

For Students 9th - 10th
Exhaustive collection of resources and information on Eastern European, Slavic, and Eurasian cultures and histories.
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Other

Brama.com: History of Ukraine

For Students 9th - 10th
Using hyper-linked tables, this Brama.com site gives an overview of Ukrainian history from the 9th century A.D.to the present.
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University of Calgary

University of Calgary: The End of Europe's Middle Ages

For Students 9th - 10th
This useful tutorial includes information about the economy, feudalism, the Holy Roman Empire and other important topics pertaining to Europe in the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries, a time of transition in European history. Easy to...
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The History Cat

The History Cat: Containing Communism

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes how the Soviets under Stalin managed to infiltrate Eastern European countries and establish Communist governments, dividing the continent into East and West with a symbolic Iron Curtain separating the two. America scrambled to...
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Other

Literature & National Consciousness in Hungarian History

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth paper on the literature of Hungary and how it "voluntarily accepted an obligation to find a solution for the 'life-and-death questions' of national history and national life."
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Belarus: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the Eastern European country of Belarus.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Estonia

For Students 9th - 10th
Great reference source that takes you on a virtual trip to the Eastern European country of Estonia. Background overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous...
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Digital History

Digital History: Overview of the Colonial Era

For Students 9th - 10th
The year 1492 marks a watershed in modern world history. Columbus's voyage of discovery inaugurated a series of developments that would have vast consequences for both the Old World and the New. It transformed the diets of both the...
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: America's History in the Making: Colonial Designs [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Scroll down through this unit for teacher facilitators to Appendix E and F to find maps of colonial settlement in eastern North America in 1600 and 1660. From Oregon Public Broadcasting.
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Other

Bijleveld Books: Life Among Ruins: Greece and Turkey Between Past & Present

For Students 9th - 10th
A fascinating exhibition of the impact that living among the ruins of earlier civilizations has on people's lives. This online exhibit presents the illustrated records of European travelers to the Mediterranean from the 17th to the 19th...
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Other

University of Southern Maine: Biblical Jewish Diaspora

For Students 9th - 10th
This site interprets the ancient documents that recorded Jewish diaspora. Discover the trails of these ancient peoples from throughout history. Interesting information about ancient Jewish and African cultures.
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Other

Parallel History Project: Nato and the Warsaw Pact

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides documentation and further information about the development of NATO and the Warsaw Pact during the Cold War, their mutual threat perceptions and military plans, and their significance for our time.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: The Rush of Immigrants

For Students 5th - 8th
Read about the new wave of immigrants who came to America in the late 19th century. See differences between these groups of immigrants and those who came earlier. Find out where immigrants settled, and read about those who did not...
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University College London

University College London: Internet Resources on Poland

For Students 9th - 10th
A complete look at the country of Poland from the School of Slavonic and East European Studies. There are links to government officials information, elections, news, and culture. An excellent resource for your research on Poland.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Belarus

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent online resource that provides a country profile of the Eastern European nation of Belarus, background details, and numerous links to in- depth information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment,...
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Flow of History

Flow of History: World War Two in Europe

For Students 9th - 10th
The outbreak of World War Two in Europe began with Hitler's invasion of Poland. Through text and a colored graphic flowchart, the events and battles and eventual end of the war, can be visually traced. Suitable for both students and...
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Warsaw Pact

For Students 9th - 10th
This encyclopedia article from Wikipedia gives information on the Warsaw Pact, which the Eastern Bloc was formed under. Provides a concise history and role of the agreement. Links are also given for additional information.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Bulgaria: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the Eastern European country of Bulgaria.
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University of Texas at Austin

Perry Castaneda Library Map Collection: Historical Maps of Europe

For Students 9th - 10th
This collection from the University of Texas Library Online of historical maps contains a wide variety of maps from various parts of Europe and from different parts of history. Each map is accompanied by a brief description and is clear...
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Then Again

Then Again: Web Chron: Western and Central Europe Chronology: The Huns

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides insight regarding the migrations of the Huns into Europe.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Moldova: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides statistics, history, politics, and demographics for the country of Moldova in Eastern Europe.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Ukraine: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Ukraine in Eastern Europe.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Croatia

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a virtual destination guide and country profile of the European nation of Croatia, background details, and numerous links to in-depth information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, tourism, environment,...
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Albania

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC News offers a broad overview of the European country of Albania. Focus is on history, current information, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events, internet resources, and recent news articles.