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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Switzerland: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Switzerland in Central Europe.
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Europe and Western Asia, 1883

For Students 9th - 10th
A map from 1883 of Europe and western Asia showing country borders and capitals, principal cities, mountain systems, and rivers.
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Central and Western Europe, 1920

For Students 9th - 10th
Map of Central and Western Europe after the Treaty of Versailles at the end of WWI. The map includes railroads, canals, major cities and capitals, and the country boundaries established by the Treaties of Versailles, proposed boundaries...
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Germany Western Section, 1912

For Students 9th - 10th
A black-and-white map showing the western section of Germany and its subdivisions in 1912. The map shows the individual states west of Berlin, and major cities, railroads, and rivers of the country. The map also shows the Alsace and...
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Germany Western Section, 1909

For Students 9th - 10th
A map showing the western section of Germany and its subdivisions in 1909. The map is color-coded to show the individual states west of Berlin, and shows cities, railroads, and rivers of the country. The map shows the Alsace and Lorraine...
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Curated OER

Etc: Colonization of North Western Africa, 1845 1900

For Students 9th - 10th
Map of Northwestern Africa, subtitled "French Colonization." This map shows the Barbary States of Morocco, Algeria, and a portion of Ottoman controlled Tripoli. The map is color-coded to show the progression of French occupation in...
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Curated OER

Us Troops Were Rushed to Western Europe in the 1950s to Deter Soviet Expansion

For Students 9th - 10th
A fantastic history of NATO. From its inception after WWII to its call to action during the Kosovo crisis, the BBC does a great job of giving readers a well-rounded look at the institution. Includes a map with all member countries as...
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Curated OER

[ Image: Nato Tanks Are Used to Bolster the Defence of Western Europe]

For Students 9th - 10th
A fantastic history of NATO. From its inception after WWII to its call to action during the Kosovo crisis, the BBC does a great job of giving readers a well-rounded look at the institution. Includes a map with all member countries as...
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Blackdog Media

Classic Reader: Going Some by Rex Ellingwood Beach

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the full text of the western novel Going Some by Rex Ellingwood Beach. Four cowboys inclined their bodies over the barbed-wire fence which marked the dividing-line between the Centipede Ranch and their own, staring mournfully...
Primary
Library of Congress

Loc: Nation Expansion and Reform: Traveling on the Overland Trails, 1843 1860

For Students 9th - 10th
Primary source information about traveling the Overland Trails, both to Oregon Country and California.
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Other

Modern World History: Motives for Imperialism

For Students 9th - 10th
Why would countries go to extremes to control another country? Examine the 5 main motives for imperialism. Also view primary sources including sketches, maps, advertisements, and photographs and answer related discussion questions.
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: On Colonies and Colonization

For Students 9th - 10th
British economic philosopher John Stuart Mill's article from the Fordham University dealing with the economical benefits of colonization in other countries. This writing illustrates not only arguments in favor of imperialism, but also...
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Other

The Map as History: Europe's Colonial Expanision 1820 1939

For Students 9th - 10th
European countries began exploring and seeking to dominate the rest of the world during the 15th and 16th centuries, thanks to their ability to control sea routes and to the discovery of the American continent. In the 19th century,...
Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Liberia

For Students 9th - 10th
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to Liberia. Find information on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will provide you with...
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BBC

Bbc: Historic Figures: Winston Churchill (1874 1965)

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief but detailed biography of Winston Churchill, British Prime Minister who inspired his country in World War Two.
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Country Studies US

Country Studies: Corporations and Cities

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Brief historical description of the growth of corporations and trusts at the end of the 1800s and how that trend led to the growth of urban areas to house this corporate movement.
Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Benin

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a colorful destination guide to Benin which is located in Western Africa. Provides background details, a country profile, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy,...
Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Gambia

For Students 9th - 10th
A great reference source for getting a country profile of the Western African nation of Gambia. Offers background details, and numerous links to extensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment,...
Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Togo

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers an excellent online resource and country profile of the Western African nation of Togo, background overview, and numerous links to key sources of information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment,...
Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Sierra Leone

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a complete reference tool and travel guide to the Western African nation of Sierra Leone that includes a broad background overview and numerous links to sources with in-depth information on the nation's culture, history,...
Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Republic of the Congo

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent reference tool that takes you on a virtual trip to Congo-Brazzaville in Western Africa. Background overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous...
Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Belgium

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a country profile of the European nation of Belgium, background overview, and numerous links to extensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, tourism, government, and...
Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Pitcairn Islands

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a virtual destination guide and country profile of the Pitcairn Islands in the Pacific Ocean, background details, and numerous links to key information on the islands' culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population,...
Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Sao Tome and Principe

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the geography and history of Sao Tome and Principe. The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population are all on this site.

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