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WWII German Submarine Warfare: U505
High schoolers research how the capture of a German submarine by the Allies affected the outcome of WWII. In this WWII lesson, students complete a KWL chart. High schoolers research primary source documents online and answer discussion...
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To Join or not to Join the League of Nations - That is the Question
Students evaluate the possible reasons the United States did not become part of the League of Nations. In this World History instructional activity, students discuss the pros and cons of what might have happened if the United States had...
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Prisoners in Another War
High schoolers examine the role of the Geneva Convention. In this world history lesson, students investigate primary sources that prompt them to consider the evolution of the Geneva Convention.
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The Rules of Engagement: The Geneva Convention
Learners view a video clip about the Geneva Convention. They identify the rules of the Convention and why they were put into place. They examine the conditions of prisoner of war camps from other countries as well.
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The My Lai Courts Martial of 1970
High schoolers research the My Lai Massacre and trial. Students discuss the events and the trial, reviewing the constitutional amendments and concerns related to the massacre. High schoolers write an analysis of photographs related to...
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Geneva Convention Crossword
In this Geneva Convention crossword puzzle worksheet, students use the 8 clues to identify the correct words and names that will solve the crossword puzzle.
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The Geneva Convention
In this Geneva Convention worksheet, students discover fair war practices. Students read 4 sections of information that include details about the convention and those countries that participated.
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Prisoners of war
Students explore the theory of Prisoners of war. Students investigate various human rights issued thru the Geneva Convention. Students relate learned facts to the American troops being killed in Iraqi fighting.
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Guantanamo Bay
Students are divided into small groups, they work through questions in their groups. They read the story UK terror suspects to come home. Students are then introduced to the phrases' 'human rights' and Geneva Convention and students...