BBC
Bbc: Refugee Crisis Threatens Lebanon
An examination of the impact of the 400,000 Palestinian refugees living in Lebanon on the country's political stability. Also provides a look at the lives of Palestinian refugees. (13 July 207)
World Atlas
World Atlas: Israel
Features an overview of the history of Israel from 750 BC to modern times. By clicking on any tab above the maps you can learn about topics such as flags, geography, travel, and more.
Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
Recognition of the State of Israel: Collection
A large primary source collection from the Harry Truman Library; communications surrounding the establishment of the state of Israel.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Palestinians
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Palestinians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
Yad Vashem, The World Holocaust Remembrance Center
Yad Vashem: If Everything Is Genocide
The author of this article discusses remarks by a Hamas representative where he compared the situation in Gaza to what happened during the Holocaust. His words were repeated before the UN Security Council. The author labels this type of...
Other
Le Monde Diplomatique: The First Arab Israeli War (1948 1949)
This site provides maps of the attacks and counter-attacks during the First Arab-Israeli War.
Other
Embassy of Jordan: The Economy
Detailed information about the status of the economy in Jordan. In addition to standard statistics, there is information on the role of the government in the economy and legislative and regulatory reform.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Israel and Palestinian Territories
The BBC provides a general overview of the country of Israel and Palestinian Territories. Content includes a focus on Israeli and Palestinian recent history, leaders and media. There are also video and audio clips of recent events.
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: The Golan Heights
Information on the Golan Heights includes: an overview of the geography, geology, maps, statistics, and history. Also, a section on the Golan Heights Law of December 14, 1981 is included. Please know that some statistical information may...
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: British White Paper of June 1922
The British policy addresses misinterpretations of the Balfour agreement and attempts to ease Arab resentment and fear of Jewish domination through political promises.
CNN
Cnn: Palestinian, Israeli Leaders Announce Cease Fire
The world waits breathlessly for the delicate peace promises being made by Sharon and Abbas while HAMAS is saying it will not be a party to any agreements. Article dated February 9, 2005.
Curated OER
Etc: Maps Etc: Physical and Political Asia, 1870
A map of Asia from 1870 showing country boundaries at the time, major cities, mountain systems, rivers, lakes, deserts, terrain, and coastal features. An inset map details the area of Palestine, and an outline map of Pennsylvania at the...
Curated OER
Unesco: Israel: White City of Tel Aviv the Modern Movement
Tel Aviv was founded in 1909 and developed as a metropolitan city under the British Mandate in Palestine. The White City was constructed from the early 1930s until the 1950s, based on the urban plan by Sir Patrick Geddes, reflecting...
Curated OER
Palestinian Leader Yasser Arafat
This 2004 BBC article reports on attempts to reform the government of Palestine with a focus on its leader Yasser Arafat in the months before his death.
Curated OER
A Boy Holds Up a Poster of Palestinian Leader Yasser Arafat During a Rally
This 2004 BBC article reports on attempts to reform the government of Palestine with a focus on its leader Yasser Arafat in the months before his death.
Curated OER
Middle East Clashes
A young person's guide to the problems between Israel and the Palestinians. Various topics are explored such as how Palestine was created, why is there violence happening and much more.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: View of Jerusalem
Finally should be mentioned Jerusalem, capital of Palestine. It is situated fifteen miles west of the head of the Dead Sea. It is built on a high plateau of limestone about two miles square, abutting against the mountains on the...
Other
History World International: The Amorites
This site from History World International provides a brief synopsis of the Amorite Empire.
Other
Islamic Kids: Prophet Musa (Moses)
Good article about Moses, a prophet of Islam. Summarizes his life as discussed in the Qur'an: his life in the house of the Pharoah, the accidental murder of the Egyptian man, his miracles, and his prophethood. Includes many quotes from...
Other
Islamic Kids: Prophet Isa (Jesus)
Discussion on the life and deeds of the prophet Jesus according to Islamic tradition and the Qur'an. Includes several quotes from the Holy Qur'an and is useful for comparative study of Christianity and Islam in terms of their opinions on...
Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
Harry S. Truman Library and Museum: Un Resolution 181: 1947 Partition
The map shows the partition of Israel according to UN Resolution 181 in 1947.
University of Texas at Austin
Map of the West Bank
A colorful political map of the West Bank of the Jordan River. Shows shrines, mines, antiquities sites, bordering countries, Israeli civilian and military areas,roads, and razed villages. Map reflects the territory in 1992.
Curated OER
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This site from Trenches on the Web provides an excellent review of books on T.E. Lawrencewho was the British officer most involved in the Arab revolt.
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