Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Postwar Challenges
A brief survey of the beginning of the Cold War and the challenges that faced the United States in confronting communist totalitarianism.
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Virginia History Series
Virgina History Series: Virginia State History Post Wwii to Present Day [Pdf]
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...
Library of Congress
Loc: Veterans History Project
A collection, sponsored by the Library of Congress, of stories and experiences of veterans "while they are still among us." Students can also interview a veteran using the Project Kit supplied. Choose: How to participate in the Project...
Department of Defense
Do Dea: Ap Us History: Unit 8: An Age of Confidence and Anxiety
This extensive learning module examines the United States' response to the global uncertainty and instability that followed World War II and the ways that marginalized groups challenged discrimination, and the counter-responses to their...
History Link
History Link: Korean Americans in King County
Fascinating history of Korean Americans in the Seattle/King County area. Includes the basics of Korean history and some short biographies of prominent Korean Americans.
US National Archives
Our Documents: A National Initiative on American History, Civics, and Service
Our Documents is home to one hundred milestone documents that influenced that course of American history and American democracy. Includes full-page scans of each document, transcriptions, background information on their significance, and...
Veterans Affairs Canada
Veterans Affairs Canada: The Landing at Inchon
A concise, detailed account of the Canadian soldiers contributions to the war.
Ducksters
Ducksters: The Cold War for Kids: Korean War
Kids learn the history of the war fought between North Korea and South Korea with the United States, China, and the Soviet Union.
Other
Kentucky Historical Society: Kentucky Military Treasures
A collection of personal stories, illustrated with artifacts, documents, and photographs, that exemplifies the military experiences of Kentuckians in America's wars, beginning with the War of 1812. Requires Adobe Flash.
Veterans Affairs Canada
Veterans Affairs Canada: A Day of Remembrance
This resource explains the reasons for a day dedicated to recalling the sacrifices of Canada's soldiers. Direct web links take students to pages that explain in concise language "Why Remember", "Whom Do We Remember", "What Should We...
US Navy
Assault From the Sea, the Amphibious Landing at Inchon
[Archived Content] A huge document from the Department of the Navy. Each section of the document is broken down into small files for easier viewing.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: Battle Below the Soyang
Provides a detailed description of the battle below the Soyang. Includes information on the search for the enemy, the offensive resumed, and the battle shifts east.
US Navy
The Inchon Invasion, September 1950
[Archived Content] Provides an overview and selected images from the Inchon invasion.
University of Maryland
The People's Republic of China
This site offers information about the People's Republic of China, which was established in 1949, after the victory of the Chinese Communist Party.
Curated OER
Map 45: The Korean Conflict 1950 1951
Detailed history of the Korean War from a larger work on U.S. military history: the decision to go to war, the military engagements, the stalemate, and the aftermath. [Maps included but photographs from the original publication are not.]
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: World History Lesson Plans
These lesson plans deal with world history. Content is organized by grade level, but all lesson plans include suggestions for adaptations for older or younger audiences.
BBC
Bbc News: North Korea: A Political History
This history of North Korea details the cult of personality that developed around Kim Il-sung and what has happened since his death in 1994 with the rise of his son and successor, Kim Jong Il.
Veterans Affairs Canada
Veterans Affairs Canada: Canadian Forces Abroad Photo Gallery
Thirteen photographs demonstrate ways in which Canada has focused on peacekeeping since the World Wars and Korean War.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: Map of the Battle of the Ch'ongch'on
This US Army site features a very detailed battle map from the November 25-28, 1950 battle.
Other
Images of Hope: American Red Cross Posters, 1918 1951
Exhibit of American Red Cross posters from 1918 to 1951, with text about the artists, and the use of the poster.
Curated OER
Korean War Refugees
This history of North Korea details the cult of personality that developed around Kim Il-sung and what has happened since his death in 1994 with the rise of his son and successor, Kim Jong Il.
Mount Holyoke College
Nsc 68: Prologue to Rearmament
Article outlines the history of the NSC-68 document from drafting through its submission to the President. The impact of the document on defense spending is also explained.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Period 8: 1945 1980
This Khan Academy resource provides a table of contents with notes for several sections of AP US History: Period 8: 1945-1980.
Other
Inchon: Overview
An excellent review of the events surrounding and including the amphibious landing into the dangerous tides of Inchon Harbor.