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Discover France: Eiffel Tower
A great resource with a lot of information on the Eiffel Tower, including pictures of its construction and statistics from the Tower's history.
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Web Gallery of Art: Project of the Place De France in Paris
An image of "Project of the Place de France in Paris", created by Claude Chastillon in 1609 (Engraving).
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Paris Embellished and Expanded, Date Unknown
Historical overview of Louis XIV and XV reigns in France as a comparison between an absolute monarch and an enlightened monarch. Details the varying styles of two monarchs-one oppressive to the human spirit and a counter-cultural...
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Nicolas Sarkozy Waves as He Leaves a Paris Hotel, 7 May
The BBC highlights all the latest news on France's new President-elect, Nicolas Sarkozy. Features in-depth analysis of the election which was held 5/6/07 and provides both video and audio coverage.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Victor Rocheport
A journalist and statesman, born in Paris, France, Jan. 30, 1830. After attaining a liberal education, he engaged with the Paris "Figaro" as a writer of dramatic and art criticism, and later became a memeber of the editorial staff.
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Science Kids: Science Images: Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower is an iconic structure found in Paris, France. It stands at 324 metres (1,063 ft) tall and is visited by huge numbers of tourist every year. This photo shows the Eiffel Tower set against a blue sky on a beautiful day in...
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Wikipedia: Featured Image: Eiffel Tower
Eiffel Tower, seen from the champ de Mars, Paris, France
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Emile Zola
An eminent novelist, born in Paris, France, April 2, 1840.
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Etc: Clip Art Etc: Voltaire (Francois Marie Abouet)
An eminent author, born in Paris, France, Nov. 21, 1694; died there May 30, 1778.
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Science Kids: Science Images: Eiffel Tower Lightning
A black and white photo taken many years ago that shows a huge bolt of lightning hitting the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Flight to Varennes, 1791
A map to illustrate Louis XIV's flight from Paris to Varennes during the French Revolution (June 21, 1791). The goal of his unsuccessful escape was Montmedy, a Royalist citadel in northeastern France under control of Bouille's Army of...
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Etc: Maps Etc: Battle of Valmy, September 20, 1792
A map of the Battle of Valmy in northern France during the War of the First Coalition. The battle was between the French Army and the Prussian Army commanded by the Duke of Brunswick. This battle, fought on 20th September, 1792, resulted...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Napoleon's Campaign, 1814
A map of France at the end of the War of the Sixth Coalition (1812-1814) between the French Empire under Napoleon Bonaparte and the coalition forces of Austria, Prussia, Russia, Sweden, United Kingdom, and several German States,...
PBS
Pbs: The American Experience in the 1900s
This site presents a general picture of what life was like in the United States at the turn of the century. Content includes compelling images, information, and documents about American life.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Masters of Marquetry in the 18th Century: Oeben, Roentgen, Abbiati
Marquetry designs were easily adapted to this new style by taking full advantage of the rich assortment of natural wood tones and the lively colors of dyed woods. One great marquetry master who dominated the middle of the 18th century in...
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Discover France: Eiffel Tower
A great resource with a lot of information on the Eiffel Tower, including pictures of its construction and statistics from the Tower's history.
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Musee National D'art Moderne
This basic informational site gives insight into the Musee national d'Art Moderne at the Pompidou Center.
Google Cultural Institute
Google Cultural Institute: Eiffel Tower
Explore four online exhibits detailing the story behind the construction of the Eiffel Tower. The story is told using an array of documents and photos.
PBS
Pbs: Benjamin Franklin: An Extraordinary Life: Franklin's Worldly Ways
Learn about the roles Benjamin Franklin played before, during, and after the American Revolution in furthering America's diplomatic interests.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: Crimean War
This Encyclopedia Britannica site provides a brief explanation of the Crimean War.
Ducksters
Ducksters: World War I for Kids: First Battle of the Marne
Kids learn about the First Battle of the Marne from World War I. An early WW1 battle where the Allied Powers of France and Great Britain stopped the advancing German army from taking Paris.
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Club Des Poetes: Jean De La Fontaine
A short French biography by Piers Tenniel, and a link to an edition of the complete Fables.
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Club De Poesie: Clement Marot
This French introduction, beginning with the autobiographical poem "De soy-meme" (accompanied by a recorded reading of the work), is a Club des Poetes production. Links lead to a short biography and a bibliography.
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Club De Poesie: Pierre De Ronsard
A Ronsard biography taken from Sainte-Beuve, linked to several poetry selections a short bibliography, prepared by Jean-Pierre Rosnay of the Club des Poetes.
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