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US Navy

U.s. Military History and National Security

For Students 9th - 10th
An internet guide to US military history and national security. Includes links to the history of the US armed forces and specific branches as well as information on the different federal organizations involved in national security.
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Website
Other

Center for Strategic & International Studies

For Students 9th - 10th
"The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a public policy research institution dedicated to analysis and policy impact." Site gives student information and research on topics of national and international security.
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Handout
Federal Trade Commission

On Guard Online: Phishing

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains an overview of phishing as well as a list of suggestions for avoiding phishing scams.
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Website
Other

The Henry L. Stimson Center: Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
"The Henry L. Stimson Center is an independent, nonprofit, public policy institute committed to finding and promoting innovative solutions to the security challenges confronting the United States and other nations in the twenty-first...
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Handout
Federal Trade Commission

On Guard Online: Malware

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains practical tips for dealing with spyware malware including clues indicating that malware is present on a computer.
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Article
A&E Television

History.com: How 38 Ira Members Pulled Off the Uk's Biggest Prison Escape

For Students 9th - 10th
During the height of Northern Ireland's "Troubles" in the 1970s and '80s, the British government incarcerated hundreds of Provisional Irish Republican Army (IRA) paramilitaries inside the notorious Maze Prison. Touted as Europe's most...
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Other

Streetlaw: Careers in the Law

For Students 9th - 10th
If you are interested in being an attorney, corrections officer, court reporter, forensic scientist, police officer, judge or government agent, check out this description of several legal careers. Learn about salary, required education,...
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Curated OER

Zacarias Moussaoui, Left, With Two Unidentified Security Guards

For Students 9th - 10th
The terrorist attack at the Pentagon on September 11, 2001, is recalled at the trial at Zacarias Moussaoui. First-hand accounts are chronicled.
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Curated OER

Construction Worker and Utah National Guard Help Build Wall Along Mexico Border

For Students 9th - 10th
This brief article describes the Secure Fence Act of 2006 and the reactions of Mexico.
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Other

Foreign Policy Association

For Students 9th - 10th
The FPA is an "organization founded in 1918 to educate Americans about significant world issues that have an important impact on their lives." Gives students an opportunity to take part in activities through the Great Decisions program.