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Usaid: Uzbekistan

For Students 9th - 10th
This country profile by USAID concentrates on political and economic conditions in Uzbekistan.
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Cornelius Nepos: Lives of Eminent Commanders: Epaminondas

For Students 9th - 10th
Translation of the entire text by 1st century B. C. historian Corelius Nepos, of the life of 4th century B.C. Theban statesman and military leader Epaminondas. This gives a very positive account of both his character and his leadership.
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Website
BBC

Bbc: Military Coup Ousts Niger President Mamadou Tandja

For Students 9th - 10th
This BBC article discusses the coup that took place in Niger, removing President Mamadou Tandja from power and installing a new leadership under the Supreme Council for the Restoration of Democracy (CSRD). (19 February 2010)
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Handout
Legislative Reference Library of Texas

Legislative Reference Library of Texas: Lieutenant Governors of Texas

For Students 9th - 10th
A table showing all of the Lieutenant Governors of Texas since 1846. Lists names, party affiliation, years in office, and legislature sessions they sat in on. Linked to each name is a brief profile with a list of political offices held...
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Handout
Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Forever Free: The 1870s: Representation

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the political climate in 1870s Texas and two governors elected during this time, Republican Edmund J. Davis and Democrat Richard Coke. Focuses primarily on how African Americans were affected by the leadership of each governor.
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Lizard Point Quizzes

Lizard Point: World Leaders: G20

For Students 9th - 10th
Twenty questions interactive quiz checks your knowledge of world leaders and the country they represent.
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Lesson Plan
Alberta Online Encyclopedia

Alberta Online Encyclopedia: Aboriginal Youth Identity Series: Teacher Zone

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This website provides educators with an opportunity to learn and teach about Aboriginal Leadership in Canada. The elementary section focuses on identifying Aboriginal role models and heroes such as Bill Reid, Buffy Sainte-Marie, or...
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Study Guide
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: The Presidency of John Quincy Adams

For Students 9th - 10th
This Khan Academy resource provides information about the Presidency of John Quincy Adams, including the successes and conflicts connected to his leadership.
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Lesson Plan
Center For Civic Education

Center for Civic Education: Ronald Reagan, Our Fortieth President [Pdf]

For Teachers 4th - 6th
This lesson tells the story of Ronald Reagan's rise from a small town in Illinois to the highest political office in the United States: the presidency. It also examines his political principles. The lesson focuses on Ronald Reagan's...
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Article
New York Times

New York Times: Kim Jong Il

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Article covers North Korea and the leadership of Kim Jong-il. Much mystery surrounds his life and his political stance for the country. Article provides some biographical information. Other articles on...
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Website
BBC

Bbc History: World Wars: World War Two

For Students 9th - 10th
Website encompasses every aspect of World War II with particular emphasis on British roles and viewpoints. Resources include a range of audio, visual, and interactive media. Content coverage highlights include the war at sea, the air...
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Handout
PBS

Pbs: Commanding Heights: Mao Zedong

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a great biography of Mao Zedong (1893-1976). Looks at his early life, political activism, military leadership, unifying China, and policies implemented under his rule. A great site for learning about Chinese History in the 20th...
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Website
Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Eugene v. Debs and American Socialism

For Students 5th - 8th
Read about the growth of the Socialist Party in America under the leadership of Eugene V. Debs. Find out about the strikes he led, his political activities, and his arrest for sedition in 1918. Read also about the radical union,...
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Handout
BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Croatia

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief profile of Croatia offering an overview of political and economic conditions, a list of essential facts and insight into the current leadership of Croatia. Also provides links to related subjects.
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Website
American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: The Hall of Public Service

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the lives of exemplary people in the public services who discuss how they were able to succeed and achieve their goals.
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Website
Other

The Hill

For Students 9th - 10th
The Hill is a non-partisan, non-ideological weekly newspaper that describes the inner workings of Congress, the pressures confronting policy makers and the many ways in which decisions are made.
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Curated OER

Image From Churchill: The Gathering Storm

For Students 9th - 10th
Website encompasses every aspect of World War II with particular emphasis on British roles and viewpoints. Resources include a range of audio, visual, and interactive media. Content coverage highlights include the war at sea, the air...
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Graphic
Curated OER

Image From the Ending of World War One

For Students 9th - 10th
Website encompasses every aspect of World War II with particular emphasis on British roles and viewpoints. Resources include a range of audio, visual, and interactive media. Content coverage highlights include the war at sea, the air...
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Graphic
Curated OER

Image From Blitzkrieg

For Students 9th - 10th
Website encompasses every aspect of World War II with particular emphasis on British roles and viewpoints. Resources include a range of audio, visual, and interactive media. Content coverage highlights include the war at sea, the air...
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Graphic
Curated OER

Image From Voices of Dunkirk

For Students 9th - 10th
Website encompasses every aspect of World War II with particular emphasis on British roles and viewpoints. Resources include a range of audio, visual, and interactive media. Content coverage highlights include the war at sea, the air...
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Graphic
Curated OER

Image From Audio: Churchill and World War Two

For Students 9th - 10th
Website encompasses every aspect of World War II with particular emphasis on British roles and viewpoints. Resources include a range of audio, visual, and interactive media. Content coverage highlights include the war at sea, the air...
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Graphic
Curated OER

Image From Hitler and 'Lebensraum' in the East

For Students 9th - 10th
Website encompasses every aspect of World War II with particular emphasis on British roles and viewpoints. Resources include a range of audio, visual, and interactive media. Content coverage highlights include the war at sea, the air...
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Curated OER

Image From Pearl Harbor: A Rude Awakening

For Students 9th - 10th
Website encompasses every aspect of World War II with particular emphasis on British roles and viewpoints. Resources include a range of audio, visual, and interactive media. Content coverage highlights include the war at sea, the air...
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Graphic
Curated OER

Image From World War Two: The Battle of El Alamein

For Students 9th - 10th
Website encompasses every aspect of World War II with particular emphasis on British roles and viewpoints. Resources include a range of audio, visual, and interactive media. Content coverage highlights include the war at sea, the air...