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Mother Earth Travel

Mother Earth Travel: History of Germany: Frg and Gdr

For Students 9th - 10th
A concise account of the birth of the Federal Republic of Germany and the German Democratic Republic in the years following World War II.
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Other

The German Way: Notable People From the German Speaking World

For Students 3rd - 8th
This is an encyclopedic listing of important people in German, Austrian and Swiss history. Each person is identified in a brief paragraph.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: World War Ii History: Battle of Britain for Kids

For Students 5th - 8th
Kids learn about the history of the Battle of Britain during World War II. Germany bombs England and London for months.
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Other

Facts About Germany

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Germany provides up-to-date information on the Federal Republic of Germany. Content covers a wide range of topics, including the people, government, social life, culture, sports, foreign policy, and economy.
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Digital History

Digital History: Munich: Anatomy of a Crisis [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
This excellent lesson plan lays out the framework of the lead-up to World War II in Europe. It covers the problem the support of Czechoslovakia caused Great Britain and France, the policy of appeasement exercised by Prime Minister...
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: The German Crusade, 1197

For Students 9th - 10th
This Fordham University site is a primary source document dealing with this one aspect of the events of the Third Crusade.
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The History Place

The History Place:memories of the White Rose Wwii

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has the story of an anti-Nazi resistance movement in Germany during World War 2 written by one of the participants. Includes primary documents on the trials held after their capture.
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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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Other

Media History Digital Library: Global Cinema Collection (1904 1957)

For Students 9th - 10th
A large collection of original publications from other countries that focus on the film industry.
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Washington State University

Washington State University: Columbia River Basin Ethnic History Project

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of primary documents dealing with the ethnic groups found in the Columbia River Basin.
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National Women’s History Museum

National Women's History Museum: Marlene Dietrich

For Students 9th - 10th
Marie Dietrich was one of the most popular film and music stars of the 1930s and 1940s.
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Primary
Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Adolf Hitler: The Obersalzberg Speech

For Students 9th - 10th
Fordham University provides the original text of Adolf Hitler's speech given at Obersalzberg which was received with great enthusiasm.
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Other

Business Week: The Richest Dynasty in History? The House of Rothschild

For Students 9th - 10th
This article is a cover story and book review relating to the rise of the Rothschild family fortune and myths surrounding their wealth.
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Ibis Communications

Eye Witness to History: U Boat Attack, 1916

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides an overview of the use of submarines in WWI with many images. Contains the first-person account of a U-Boat commander's attack on a ship.
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Other

German Embassy: Berlin Airlift

For Students 9th - 10th
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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ibiblio

Ibiblio: The German Decision to Invade Norway and Denmark

For Students 9th - 10th
A chapter from a W.W.II book which goes into great detail about the German decision to invade both Norway and Denmark.
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Read Works

Read Works: Eyewitness to History: Children of War

For Teachers 4th - 6th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This passage shares an interview of a World War II-era native German whose family fled Berlin. This passage is a stand-alone curricular piece that reinforces essential reading skills and strategies and...
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Other

Society for German American Studies: German Settlement in Colonial America

For Students 9th - 10th
Includes key personalities among German immigrants, main trends, and suggestions for further reading.
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The History Place

The History Place: Hitler Named Leader of Nazi Party

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from The History Place provides information about Hitler's leadership when he is named leader of the Nazi party in 1921. This is a good site to check out on the subject.
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Robin Chew

Ludwig Van Beethoven German Composer

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a short history on the German composer Beethoven. It also contains several links to related subjects.
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Stephen Byrne

History for Kids: Alaric the Visigoth

For Students 3rd - 8th
History for Kids presents overview of the Visigoth leader, Alaric I, who rose to prominence in the Roman Army and is responsible for the sack of Rome. Teacher resources included.
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East of England Broadband Network

History's Heroes: Enigma Machine: Write or Crack a Code

For Students 3rd - 8th
This activity is based on a simplified version of the Enigma Machine, used by the Germans to pass coded messages in WW2. The coded messages were finally cracked by officers stationed at Bletchley Park. By selecting a codedisc and letter...
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The History Place

The History Place: German Troops March Through Warsaw

For Students 9th - 10th
Archived photo with caption of German troops marching through Warsaw during a victory parade.
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Other

Fl International University: History of English Language

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This resource presents a brief history of the English language provided by an amateur historian of English and librarian.