Interactive lesson on U.S. Rationing during WWII uses a 1942 genre painting, Wartime Marketing, for learners to study American Life during WWII.

This site discusses the army of Britain from a historical perspective, talks about what becomes of a person who is a soldier, and has activities and quizzes for students. The main focus is on the two World Wars.

Images, photos and primary source material document the experience of Japanese men in the 442nd Regimental Combat Team during World War II.

African Americans were not able to take advantage of the booming industries as Americans were mobilizing for WWII. The FEPC was established to make sure Roosevelt's executive order providing for equal opportunities in defense industries...

Examines the diplomatic negotiations among the Big Three leaders - Roosevelt, Churchill and Stalin - during World War II. Discusses the invasion of North Africa, the invasion of Europe, the shock of seeing the impact of the Holocaust...

Smithsonian Education presents a lesson covering the WWII's propaganda program which enforced the ideals of Civic Responsibility. Provides eight pages of poster examples, detailed background over the time period, and the goals of the...

Site of the World War II Memorial in Washington, DC. Includes information on the dedication, the construction, and design. You may also enter a World War II Veteran in the Memorial Registry.

This Website has descriptions of many historic landmarks from WWII and other historic monuments.

A highly detailed and in-depth account of U.S./Latin America military relations in the years leading to and during WWII.

Examines the topic of women and work during WWII through original photographs that highlight the types of places women worked and the sorts of jobs they did.

Travel the history of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team through these primary documents preserved from WWII. Topics include the activation and origin of the team, and battle history, honors and tributes.

Share in the stories of seven men and women from Prince Edward as they relate their experiences during World War ll. Listen to Bob Johnson as he tells of his harrowing experience in Burma, after being shot down, and spending 22 days in...

It is imperative that students 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 topics...

Original photos, art work and primary source documents portray life inside a Japanese internment camp in the United States during World War II.

Visualize the major events in the last half of the 20th century such as major wars and civil rights issues through the lens of the state of Virginia. In addition, learn about the pop culture of this time specifically in Virginia. Enjoy...

A history unit taking a close look at Poland during World War II. Meet the courageous Irena Sendlerowa, who helped save thousands of children. Activities expanding students' understanding of this hero and how Poland was involved in the...

Because of World War II, life changed for farmers in the 1940s. Many farmers left the farm for the cities or to serve in the military, new technologies were developed, and equipment improved making the work in fields easier and quicker.

Here you will find a video and photo gallery of the plane that dropped the first atomic bomb. This is the online version of the former exhibition of the plane.

The impact that the Second World War had on the prairie town on Saskatoon is investigated here. This investigation includes how Saskatoon was transformed from an agriculture centre to a town crucial to the mobilization of supplies and a...

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.

A unit probing into the progressive development of women, minorities, and the poor as a result of World War II. Pore over documents and images, circumstances, probing questions to understand what might have caused the societal...

This set of lessons - comprised of five 45-minute sessions - will engage students in researching and understanding how individual Jewish communities and lives were affected by the Holocaust. By researching and analyzing family...

"The Gambler" and "The Journey" by Joe Lumer are part of a larger anthology of stories about life in Poland between the world wars. Using these contrasting short stories, students will learn about Jewish lifestyles, communities, customs,...

At the online companion site of the PBS documentary series "THE WAR," find a write-up about Allied invasion of Sicily, which to that point was the largest amphibious landing in history. With links to related resources, including archive...