PBS
Pbs Teachers: Soviet Sports Wars
Explore the history of athletic competition in the former Soviet Union and describe Soviet athletes' attempts to reconcile their achievements as unique individuals with the Soviet ideology of being equal to all. Research women's role in...
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General Taekwondo Information: Introduction
This gives some introductory information about what "TaeKwondo" actually means to the style of the sport, as well as the history of how TaeKwondo started.
Lone Star Junction
Lone Star Junction: Early Texas Baseball
Some wonderful early history of baseball in Texas in the last half of the 19th century, where teams even traveled by stagecoach to get to a game. Describes the beginning stages of the Texas League, which still exists today.
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Office of Tourism: Aix en Provence
A very nice site: photo visit and links to several maps,weather information, practical information and basic history; a more in-depth look at the products, traditions, and symbols of the town such as Cezanne and Mount saint Victoire;...
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Shotokan Karate of America: Homepage
The official site of SKA that details the sport of karate, it's history, and training information.
Immigration and Ethnic History Society
Iehs: Eladio Bobadilla, "It's Giving Back to the Community"
This article focuses on race issues and sports players. It discusses the when then San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick took a knee during the national anthem in to protest police brutality, racism, and "a country that...
PBS
Pbs: Stealing Home
A quick synopsis about Cuban professional baseball. It has a history of the sport in Cuba, links to provide information on current baseball teams, and video footage.
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The Canadian Football League: Homepage
This is the official site of the Canadian Football League (CFL). A wealth of information can be found on the site such as up-to-date news, statistics, schedules, team and player profiles, the rules of play, a history of the league, and...
Library of Congress
Loc: Baseball, Race Relations and Jackie Robinson
In this instructional activity, students draw on their previous studies of American history and culture as they analyze primary sources from Jackie Robinson and Other Baseball Highlights, 1860s-1960s in American Memory. A close reading...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Golf: Learn All About the Sport of Golf
Learn all about golf play, history, rules, equipment, and glossary. Become a golfer and have fun golfing.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: Kristi Yamaguchi
A brief biographical profile of figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi, who became the first Asian American woman to win Olympic gold in 1992.
International Olympic Committee
International Olympic Committee: Figure Skating
This is a great introduction to one of the most-loved Winter Olympic sports, figure skating. Read a history of the sport and learn about the various figure skating events that take place during the Games. Also, check out a photo and...
International Olympic Committee
International Olympic Committee: Short Track Speed Skating
This is a great introduction to the winter sport of short track speed skating. Read a history of the sport, learn how it became part of the Olympic Games, find a list of short track events, and see several great photos and videos of...
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General Taekwondo Information: History
Some people believe that Taekwondo may have dated as far back as 50 b.c. Since there are so few records, it is hard to be sure exactly when it started. This site provides a historical background for this martial art.
Soft Schools
Soft Schools: Olympic Games Quiz
Test your knowledge over the Olympic Games. Check your answers for a review at the end of the quiz.
World InfoZone
World Info Zone: Uruguay
Thorough overview of information on the South American country of Uruguay. Subjects include geography, architecture, languages, food, economy, sports, environment, population, religion, history, arts, and holidays. Be sure to look at the...
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Maths and Sports: Project Ideas: World Records
This activity suggests a number of investigative projects, focusing on athletics and swimming, exploring some of the trends between performances in different sports at the same time in history and in the rate of improvement of records...
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Negro League Baseball
Bringing the story of Negro League Baseball from the early 20th Century to new generations, this site provides all there is to know about this historic organization.
World InfoZone
World Info Zone: Solomon Islands
Great resource for finding background and current information about the Solomon Islands in the Pacific Ocean. Content includes geography, environment, architecture, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and news. Be sure to...
How Stuff Works
How Stuff Works: How Australian Traditions Work
Information about the traditions and customs of Australia, along with some history, a look at aboriginal culture, Australian lingo, and foods unique to Australia.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: Joe Di Maggio: A Hero's Life
Coming from a very humble background, Joe rose to be one of greatest sports heroes ever. This companion site to the PBS documentary tells of his rise to fame.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Venezuelan Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Venezuelan Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: New Dimensions in Everyday Life
A brief overview of the changes brought about because of the United States becoming more urban. Read about the attention to social reforms, the introduction of professional sports, and the ability to take part in leisure activities.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Guide to Black History: Venus Williams
This entry from Encyclopedia Brittanica's Guide to Black History features Venus Williams, an American tennis player who-along with her sister Serena-redefined the sport with her strength and superb athleticism. This site, rich in detail...
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