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WWII German Submarine Warfare: U505
Students 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. Students research primary source documents online and answer discussion questions.
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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 activity, students discuss the pros and cons of what might have happened if the United States had joined the...
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Prisoners in Another War
Learners examine the role of the Geneva Convention. In this world history instructional activity, 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
Students 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
Learners research the My Lai Massacre and trial. Students discuss the events and the trial, reviewing the constitutional amendments and concerns related to the massacre. Learners write an analysis of photographs related to the incident.
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Geneva Convention Crossword
In this Geneva Convention crossword puzzle worksheet, learners 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
High schoolers explore the theory of Prisoners of war. Students investigate various human rights issued thru the Geneva Convention. High schoolers relate learned facts to the American troops being killed in Iraqi fighting.
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Guantanamo Bay
Pupils 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 pupils are...
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World History for Us All: World Politics and Global Economy After Ww Ii [Pdf]
It is imperative that young scholars understand what happened in Europe after WWII, so they may gain a deep knowledge of our contemporary world, including its key economic, social, and political developments. This in-depth unit covers...
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Pbs News Hour: Rules of Engagement: The Geneva Convention (Lesson Plan)
A lesson in which students examine the agreements stipulated by the 1949 Geneva convention. They then assess if the Iraqi media's use of POW images is or is not contrary to the tenets of the convention. Students will also discuss the...