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Pbs: The War: Firebombing and Allied Air Attacks on Germany and Japan

For Students 9th - 10th
At the online companion site of the PBS documentary series "THE WAR," find a write-up about WWII Allied air attacks on Germany and Japan. With links to related resources, including archive photos and series video.
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Pbs: American Experience: The Bombing of Germany

For Students 9th - 10th
It took 6 years to defeat Hitler. This documentary discusses the American offensive, the strategic plans used to defeat Germany and the moral dilemma they faced.
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US Navy

Naval Historical Center: Naval Aviation Chronology in World War Ii

For Students 9th - 10th
Extremely detailed chronological account of the operations of the United States Navy beginning in 1940 and prior to an official declaration of war.
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Pearl Harbor and War in Southeast Asia

For Students 6th - 8th
This fsmitha.com resource is an article about the events that lead to the bombing of Pearl Harbor and the start of WWII.
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History of American Wars

History of American Wars: World War 2 Weapons and Air War Part 2

For Students 9th - 10th
Website focuses on the air war in World War II and the use of weapons such as bombers and fighters. The role of the paratrooper is also discussed.
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Bombers of World War Ii: Last Flight of Bomber 31

For Students 9th - 10th
Website that chronicles the story of the search for remains of Bomber 31 that went down in Kamchatka during World War II. There is also a slide show and descriptions of several World War II bombers.
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Dave's Warbirds: American Aircraft of World War Ii

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Dave's Warbirds has pictures and information about virtually every American aircraft used in WWII. Look up aircraft by manufacturer, type/function or name.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Air and Space Museum: World War Ii Aviation

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the World War II aircraft exhibited at the Smithsonian. The collection includes the Spitfire Zero, Mustang, Messerschmitt Bf. 109G-6, Macchi C.202 Folgore, and a Martin B-26B Marauder.
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Imperial War Museums

Imperial War Museum: 9 Iconic Aircraft From the Battle of Britain

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides information and primary source photos of nine aircraft used in the Battle of Britain.
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Uss Alabama Battleship Memorial Park: Aircraft Collection

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore 25 of our nation's finest military aircraft on display in the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park collection.
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Eaa Aviation Center: The B 17 Flying Fortress

For Students 9th - 10th
Meet the B-17 "Flying Fortress," a World War II airplane. Take the interactive tour. Discover the history, photographs, testimonials, videos to watch, and views of the interior of the plane.