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National Park Service: The Battle of Cowpens
Find an excellent description of this important "turning point" battle that led to the victory at Yorktown. Important terms and names of people and places are hyperlinked to the glossary for additional explanation.
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National Park Service: Richmond National Battlefield: Cold Harbor
A chronological description of the events of the Battle of Cold Harbor. There is a link to a descriptive tour and map of the battle field.
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National Park Service: Gettysburg National Military Park: The Cavalry
"Did you ever see a dead cavalryman?" That was a common saying back in the beginning of the Civil War. Unfortunately, even the cavalry wasn't spared in the bloodbath of the Civil War. Here is a one-page description of the Union and...
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American Forces Press Service: Interest Grows in Music Pioneer James Europe
Article from the U.S. Department of Defense commemorating James Reese Europe for both his contribution to the 369th Infantry Regiment in World War I and his place in jazz history before and after the war.
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National Park Service: Weapons of War: Guilford Courthouse
Web page emphasizing the different weapons and tactics used by the opposing armies during the Revolutionary War. You will find brief descriptions and photos of different weapons.
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National Park Service: Cwsac: Civil War Battle Summaries: Battle of Shiloh
This site gives an extensive description of the Battle of Shiloh in the Civil War.
Government of Canada
Department of National Defence and the Canadian Forces
This resource provides information about the activities of the department and the Canadian armed services. Use the site map, navigation tools, or search to get to your particular topic of interest, whether it be defense policy, resources...
History of American Wars
History of American Wars: World War I Uniforms 1917 1918
An introduction to the military uniforms worn in World War I. Identify the details of each branch of the service on the uniforms and know what the most common color is on a military uniform.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: Fly Girls a Wasp Among Eagles
This site provides a chapter from the book by Ann Baumgartner Carl, "A WASP Among Eagles: A Woman Military Test Pilot in World War II," detailing her experiences as part of the Women's Air Force Service Pilots.
US Department of Veterans Affairs
U.s. Department of Veterans Affairs
This site has information on careers in the military, burials and memorials, and on veterans' benefits and services.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Pentagon Says Transgender Troops Can Now Serve Openly
U.S. Secretary of Defense Ash Carter says the military is lifting a ban on transgender service members.
BBC
Bbc News: Bush and Blair Admit Iraq Errors
Article from leading British news service detailing a press conference in May, 2006, in which President George W. Bush and British Prime Minister Tony Blair, admit mistakes in Iraq, but urge support for the new government. There is also...
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Go Army
Official site of the US Army lists a variety of training opportunities including GED, the GI Bill, skill training, and money for college.
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U.s. Air Force
The US Air Force presents this site as a recruiting tool, providing information on career opportunities, training, and life in the Air Force, as well as giving parents some information about the Air Force as a potential decision for...
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The Academy/united States Coast Guard Academy
Description of the US Coast Guard Academy and its curriculum and admissions requirements.
Forum Romanum
Outlines of Roman History: Reformed Constitution
A description of organization of the Roman army, set up in the 6th century BC, by the Etruscan king, Servius Tullius. This was the basis of the army through the Republic.
US National Archives
The National Archives
Official home page of the National Archives. Contains information about the National Archives, archive locations around the U.S., overview of how archivists work and electronic access to national records.
PBS
Pbs: The American Experience in the 1900s
This site presents a general picture of what life was like in the United States at the turn of the century. Content includes compelling images, information, and documents about American life.
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Navy: Navy Careers
Learn about the different career training available through the Navy when you visit this site.
DOGO Media
Dogo News: This Memorial Day Remember Our Fallen Heroes
Article reports on the history and significance of Memorial Day. Includes video.
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Siteseen: American Historama: 1917 Selective Service Act
Comprehensive overview presents facts and information pertaining to the 1917 Selective Draft Act and the Draft Boards.
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National Park Service: Eisenhower National Site: Operation Fortitude (D Day Hoax)
Launch an interesting sidebar about Operation Fortitude, an elaborate hoax conducted by the Allies to fool the Germans about where the main D-day invasion force would land.
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Service Records of George W. Bush and John F. Kerry
View details of the military service records of George W. Bush and John Kerry. Records are obtained from a variety of sources.
PBS
Pbs: Independent Lens: Conscience and the Constitution
Would you accept being drafted into military service if your family was being held in an internment camp? That was the question on many a Japanese American's mind during World War 2. Explore the stories of those who resisted service and...