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Musees De France: David Louis,

For Students 9th - 10th
View the work "The Oath of Horatii" by Jacques Louis David. Learn about the features of the painting, as well as information regarding it's history and residence.
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Ibiblio: Web Museum: Les Tres Riches Heures Du Duc De Berry (Book of the Hours)

For Students 9th - 10th
The complete text and artwork of a Medieval book known as a "book of the hours". It was a collection of written and visual materials dealing with each liturgical hour of the day. They were hand-made and are quite rare. This example was...
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Discover France: Eiffel Tower

For Students 9th - 10th
A great resource with a lot of information on the Eiffel Tower, including pictures of its construction and statistics from the Tower's history.
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Web Gallery of Art: Project of the Place De France in Paris

For Students 11th - 12th
An image of "Project of the Place de France in Paris", created by Claude Chastillon in 1609 (Engraving).
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Paris Embellished and Expanded, Date Unknown

For Students 9th - 10th
Historical overview of Louis XIV and XV reigns in France as a comparison between an absolute monarch and an enlightened monarch. Details the varying styles of two monarchs-one oppressive to the human spirit and a counter-cultural...
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Nicolas Sarkozy Waves as He Leaves a Paris Hotel, 7 May

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC highlights all the latest news on France's new President-elect, Nicolas Sarkozy. Features in-depth analysis of the election which was held 5/6/07 and provides both video and audio coverage.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Victor Rocheport

For Students 9th - 10th
A journalist and statesman, born in Paris, France, Jan. 30, 1830. After attaining a liberal education, he engaged with the Paris "Figaro" as a writer of dramatic and art criticism, and later became a memeber of the editorial staff.
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Science Kids: Science Images: Eiffel Tower

For Students 9th - 10th
The Eiffel Tower is an iconic structure found in Paris, France. It stands at 324 metres (1,063 ft) tall and is visited by huge numbers of tourist every year. This photo shows the Eiffel Tower set against a blue sky on a beautiful day in...
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Wikipedia: Featured Image: Eiffel Tower

For Students 9th - 10th
Eiffel Tower, seen from the champ de Mars, Paris, France
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Emile Zola

For Students 9th - 10th
An eminent novelist, born in Paris, France, April 2, 1840.
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Etc: Clip Art Etc: Voltaire (Francois Marie Abouet)

For Students 9th - 10th
An eminent author, born in Paris, France, Nov. 21, 1694; died there May 30, 1778.
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Science Kids: Science Images: Eiffel Tower Lightning

For Students 9th - 10th
A black and white photo taken many years ago that shows a huge bolt of lightning hitting the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Flight to Varennes, 1791

For Students 9th - 10th
A map to illustrate Louis XIV's flight from Paris to Varennes during the French Revolution (June 21, 1791). The goal of his unsuccessful escape was Montmedy, a Royalist citadel in northeastern France under control of Bouille's Army of...
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Etc: Maps Etc: Battle of Valmy, September 20, 1792

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of the Battle of Valmy in northern France during the War of the First Coalition. The battle was between the French Army and the Prussian Army commanded by the Duke of Brunswick. This battle, fought on 20th September, 1792, resulted...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Napoleon's Campaign, 1814

For Students 9th - 10th
A map of France at the end of the War of the Sixth Coalition (1812-1814) between the French Empire under Napoleon Bonaparte and the coalition forces of Austria, Prussia, Russia, Sweden, United Kingdom, and several German States,...
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PBS

Pbs: The American Experience in the 1900s

For Students 9th - 10th
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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US National Archives

Our Documents: A National Initiative on American History, Civics, and Service

For Students 9th - 10th
Our Documents is home to one hundred milestone documents that influenced that course of American history and American democracy. Includes full-page scans of each document, transcriptions, background information on their significance, and...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Masters of Marquetry in the 18th Century: Oeben, Roentgen, Abbiati

For Students 9th - 10th
Marquetry designs were easily adapted to this new style by taking full advantage of the rich assortment of natural wood tones and the lively colors of dyed woods. One great marquetry master who dominated the middle of the 18th century in...
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Discover France: Eiffel Tower

For Students 9th - 10th
A great resource with a lot of information on the Eiffel Tower, including pictures of its construction and statistics from the Tower's history.
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Musee National D'art Moderne

For Students 9th - 10th
This basic informational site gives insight into the Musee national d'Art Moderne at the Pompidou Center.
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Google Cultural Institute

Google Cultural Institute: Eiffel Tower

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore four online exhibits detailing the story behind the construction of the Eiffel Tower. The story is told using an array of documents and photos.
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PBS

Pbs: Benjamin Franklin: An Extraordinary Life: Franklin's Worldly Ways

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the roles Benjamin Franklin played before, during, and after the American Revolution in furthering America's diplomatic interests.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Evaluating the Congress

For Students 5th - 8th
Although there were some glaring weaknesses for the central government under the Articles of Confederation, there were some stunning accomplishments. Read about the successes and think about how important they were for the future of the...
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Crimean War

For Students 9th - 10th
This Encyclopedia Britannica site provides a brief explanation of the Crimean War.

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