Other
United States Naval Academy: Timeline for the Crusades and Christian Holy War
The Crusades were a series of Holy Wars called by the popes in defense of the Church. This timeline highlights the causes of the Crusades, battles, and all the major people associated with the Crusades. Included are links to artwork from...
US Navy
Naval Historical Center: The Navy Travels Undersea
[Archived Content] Have you ever wondered how it is possible to explore the ocean floor? This interactive site developed by the U.S. Navy answers this and other questions through various activities. Includes a biography of Dr. Ballard.
Other
Historic Naval Ships: Uss Lexington
Historic Naval Ships Association gives a description and history of the USS Lexington, which served in the Pacific in WWII and is now a museum.
US Navy
Naval History and Heritage: Survivors of the Uss Maine
List of crewmen who survived the explosion on board the USS Maine.
Digital History
Digital History: The Decision to Drop the Bomb [Pdf]
The day before the bombing of Pearl Harbor, President Franklin Roosevelt gave the go-ahead to scientists to develop an atomic bomb. This site gives a good overview of the war in the Pacific against Japan, the increasing successes of the...
The White House
The White House: History and Grounds: Camp David
Overview of the tranquil presidential retreat grounds, known as Camp David, where foreign dignitaries are hosted as they meet with U.S. officials.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Freedom: A History of Us: A War to End Slavery Webisode 6
A wonderful, interactive site covering many aspects of the Civil War. See photographs, primary sources, and find interesting tidbits about the war. Included are links to lesson plans, teacher guides, resources, activities, and tools.
Flow of History
Flow of History: World War Two in the Pacific
The stages of World War Two in the Pacific is profiled. Through text and a colored graphic flowchart, one can easily follow the progression of hostility and battles in the Pacific. Useful for both students and educators.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: United Nations and Ussr
This site from Fordham University contains actual letters between the United Nations and the USSR. These letters are attempts to reach a resolution in the Cuban Missile Crisis.
US Navy
Naval Historical Center: Benjamin W. Crowninshield
A portrait and biography of the fifth Secretary of the Navy, Benjamin Crowninshield.
US Navy
Naval Historical Center: Dominican Republic Intervention, 1965
Article describing the U.S. Navy and Marines actions in the Dominican Republic, with an emphasis on the evacuation of American citizens. Also, includes reports on the Dominican intervention from the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary...
US Navy
Naval Historical Center: Lend Lease Act, 11 March 1941
The full text of the Lend Lease Act is provided at this site.
US Navy
Naval Historical Center: Exorcizing the Devil's Triangle
Howard L. Rosenberg writes this article about the area known as "The Devil's Triangle" or "The Bermuda Triangle." Besides discussing famous lost ships and airplanes, Rosenberg gives detailed information about the geography of the sea...
BBC
Bbc: History: Loot: Why the Vikings Came to Britain
In the 8th and 9th centuries C.E., the Vikings raided many settlements in England. This article investigates why that happened and why the Vikings were so successful in their raids.
BBC
Bbc History: World Wars: World War One: The First Battle of the Atlantic
Historian Gary Sheffield recounts the events, strategies, and outcomes of the Battle for the Atlantic, in a six-part illustrated article.
Other
California Military Museum: California Naval Militia and the Tampico Incident
Thorough history of the Tampico Incident in the context of the Mexican Revolution.
US Navy
Nhhc: Oceanic Period (1890 1945)
Read about the build-up of the U.S. Navy after the Spanish-American War and how it was used to protech the country in World Wars I and II.
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: Ming Dynasty's Maritime History
This site provides a discussion from the University of Calgary of the extensive maritime voyages taken during the Ming dynasty. A map is included.
Other
Military History Encyclopedia on the Web: Naval Battle of Memphis, 6 June 1862
An interesting account of the battle between Union and Confederate gunboats which resulted in the surrender of Memphis and the opening of the Mississippi River south to Vicksburg.
The History Cat
The History Cat: Winning the Civil War
Looks at the resources available to the Union and Confederate military forces, the Anaconda Plan undertaken by the North to squeeze the economy of the South, and the delaying tactics of General George McClellan who hesitated to attack...
The History Place
The History Place: The Defeat of Hitler: Battle of the Atlantic
Describes the events of the Battle of the Atlantic and the different technologies used by both sides.
Digital History
Digital History: The United States Wwi
This site explains how Germany resuming unrestricted submarine warfare contributed to the US entering WWI. Site is well-written, informative, and contains great details.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Kennedy's Global Challenge
The Cold War was still being waged during John Kennedy's administration. Read about the challenges he faced in Europe, Latin America, and, most ominously, in Cuba.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Domestic and International Politics
Read about the politics, both domestic and international, of the three presidents in the 1920s. Domestic scandals and attempts to patch international problems stood out in this decade.