University of Toronto (Canada)
University of Toronto: History of the English Language
What do you know about the origins of the English language? Explore this resource to learn more about this topic. This resource features links to several helpful sites.
World History Encyclopedia
World History Encyclopedia: Alboin
Encyclopedia entry on the life of Alboin, King of the Lombards. With illustrations, timeline, and links to further reading.
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Digital History
Digital History: Woodrow Wilson and the League of Nations [Pdf]
President Woodrow Wilson had great hopes that a League of Nations would mean that there would be no more world wars. Read about the charter for the League of Nations, especially Article X, which provided the teeth for the organization....
Digital History
Digital History: The Fourteen Points and the Versailles Treaty [Pdf]
President Woodrow Wilson, in his hope that World War I was the war to end all wars, issued his Fourteen Points almost one year before the end of the war as a bluepoint to guarantee peace across the world. Read a summary of the points and...
Digital History
Digital History: The Rise of the Dictators [Pdf]
Use this lesson plan to explore the economic and political conditions in Europe after World War I as a result of the Treaty of Versailles that led to the rise of dictators in several countries. Read about the rise of Lenin and Stalin in...
Digital History
Digital History: From Wartime Allies to Cold War Enemies [Pdf]
This timeline traces the devolution of the relationship between the United States and Soviet Union from the end of World War II, where these two countries were allies, albeit suspicious of each other, and almost a year after the end of...
The History Place
The History Place: The Rise of Adolf Hitler: The Beer Hall Putsch
Describes the events leading up to and during the Beer Hall Putsch of 1923 where Hitler attempted, and failed, to lead an overthrow of the republican government.
The History Place
The History Place: The Rise of Adolf Hitler: Hitler in World War I
Describes Hitler's time in the Germany Army in World War I, his wounding at the Battle of the Somme, his return to the Front, the medals he won, his injury from chlorine gas, and how his hatred of Jews festered and grew.
The History Place
The History Place: The Rise of Adolf Hitler: Great Depression Begins
Describes the beginning of the Great Depression in Germany and how Hitler's tactics now shifted to getting himself elected in order to achieve his goals.
The History Place
The History Place: The Rise of Adolf Hitler: The Republic Collapses
Discusses the intrigue within the Nazi Party as they maneuvered themselves into a position of power and helped Hitler to become Chancellor.
The History Place
The History Place: The Rise of Adolf Hitler: Hitler Becomes Dictator
Describes the measures taken by the Nazis who used Hitler's Emergency Decree as a pretence to brutally remove all elected officials who were not sympathizers. The result was an end of democracy and Hitler was established as a dictator....
The History Place
The History Place: The Triumph of Hitler: Nazis March Into the Rhineland
Discusses Hitler's decision to violate the Treaty of Versailles and the buildup of Germany's army in preparation for the occupation and reclamation of the Rhineland, an area which had become a demilitarized zone after World War I.
The History Place
The History Place: The Triumph of Hitler: Conquest at Munich
Describes the events leading up to the Munich Agreement and the invasion of Sudetenland in Czechoslovakia.
The History Place
The History Place: The Defeat of Hitler: The Kursk Gamble
Describes the military plans and actions of Hitler before and during the Battle of Kursk in the Ukraine.
The History Place
The History Place: The Defeat of Hitler: Running Out of Time
Describes the events in the latter part of the war when Germany's forces were being attacked on three fronts, the cities were being bombed, Hitler's military commanders were losing faith in him, and an attempt was made to assassinate...
The History Place
The History Place: The Defeat of Hitler: Aftermath: Nuremberg and Beyond
Discussion of the postwar problems for the victorious Allies including what to do with the millions of displaced persons (DPs), the Germany nation, and the Nuremberg trials.
Other
Zca: History of Zoar Village
A brief description of this Ohio communal society that persisted until 1898.
The History Cat
The History Cat: Wwii: The Blitzkrieg
Nazi Germany was progressive with its military in World War II. The Blitzkrieg, a term initiated by the Allies, was the type of warfare Hitler wanted to employ. Understand the meaning of the phrase and how it impacted the war.
The History Place
The History Place: The Triumph of Hitler: The Berlin Olympics
Discusses the Olympics that took place in Berlin in 1936, the angry debates and protests over Hitler's anti-Semitic policies, and how Hitler used the Olympics as a way to display the power of the Nazi regime on the world stage.
Digital History
Digital History: America at War: The Guns of August
Read about the course of World War I on both the eastern and western fronts. See how the upheaval in the world brought about attempts at revolution in several countries.
Ibis Communications
Eye Witness to History: Britain Declares War
A short description of the events that led Britain to declare war on Germany. An audio of Prime Minister Chamberlain's address on the war declaration is provided.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The Cold War Erupts
World War II ended in 1945 and the Cold War began immediately. Read about the mistrust Western Europe and the United States felt towards the Soviet Union and Joseph Stalin. Learn how the Soviets expanded their realm of influence and...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Wartime Stategy
Initial focus by the Americans in World War II was containing Germany. Read about the Allied war stategy to "close the ring" and deprive Germany of men and materiel.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: War Breaks Out
A brief look at the expansionist moves of Japan in China, including a description of the Rape of Nanking. Also read about the military expansionism in Europe and Africa by both Germany and Italy, finally resulting in a declaration of war...