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Tds: Mozambique: History

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about Mozambique's history as a colony of Portugal, its eventual independence, and the problems that brought. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Authors Calendar

Author's Calendar: Leo Tolstoi

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers a very interesting account of the life of Russian author, Leo Tolstoy.
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PBS

Pbs News Hour: Liberia's Uneasy Peace

For Students 9th - 10th
A June 2007 examination of current conditions in Liberia. Provides a look at Charles Taylor's war crimes trial, peace keeping efforts, a brief profile of Liberia's president Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, a timeline and access to an archive of...
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CNN

Cnn: Gadhafi: Iraq War May Have Influenced Wmd Decision

For Students 9th - 10th
Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi acknowledged that the war in Iraq may have played a role in his decision to dismantle his country's weapons of mass destruction programs. The article includes additional comments by Gadhafi, and his hope...
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: An Uneasy Peace

For Students 5th - 8th
See what turmoil resulted from the acquisition of new territory after the Mexican-American War. There was great disagreement between those who wanted to abolish slavery and those who wanted to be able to carry slavery into the new lands....
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Curated OER

Image From the Ending of World War One, and the Legacy of Peace

For Students 9th - 10th
In-depth look at World War I. Includes summaries of the war years; sound clips of eye-witness accounts; virtual tours of trenches on the Western Front; maps; articles and overviews; and similar resources.
Graphic
Curated OER

Bernard Baruch:advisor to Presidents in Both War & Peace

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief biographical information on Bernard Baruch: financial adviser to President Wilson prior to and during World War I and financial adviser to Franklin Roosevelt prior to and during World War II.
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Curated OER

National Park Service: Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial: Robert Heriot Barclay

For Students 9th - 10th
This web page gives a history of the life of Robert Barclay, a midshipman in the British Navy.
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Cynthia J. O'Hora

Mrs. O's House: Allies in War, Partners in Peace

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners will develop digital picture book telling the history of the Oneida People at Valley Forge.
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PBS

Pbs Frontline: Rebuilding the Peace

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out first hand from a reporter who travels to north of Kabul to report on what the U.S. military is doing to help rebuild the region. (10 April 2007)
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Other

Indians and the American Revolution

For Students 9th - 10th
Essay on the Native American role in the American Revolution.
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American Academy of Achievement

Academy of Achievement: Henry A. Kissinger, ph.d.

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about Nobel Prize for Peace winner Henry Kissinger who served under multiple administrations beginning with Richard Nixon. Read about his background and achievements, listen to an interview, and view a gallery of pictures.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Freedom: A History of Us: The Peacemaker

For Students 9th - 10th
Find a document containing President Wilson's plan for peace after World War I, known as his Fourteen Points, as well as photographs with captions, and the audio of one of his speeches in which he lays out his ideas and garners support...
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Other

The Art Miles Mural Project

For Students 9th - 10th
An internet project that promotes global peace and harmony through mural art. Every student can become involved and express cooperation rather than violence; peace rather than war.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Freedom: A History of Us: The Peacemaker

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore how President Wilson, in his Fourteen Points, urged peace without revenge European self-determination, and the establishment of a peace-keeping League of Nations politicians both abroad and at home rejected his plans.
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Forum Romanum

Outlines of Roman History: Conquest of Central Italy

For Students 9th - 10th
The Romans have to deal with the pesky Samnites in order to establish their control over central Italy. After three wars, the Samnites make peace with Rome. The Romans again show their resolve, persistence, and organizational abilities.
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Veterans Affairs Canada

Veterans Affairs Canada: Memorials to Canadians' Achievements & Sacrifices

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a guide to the memorials erected for Canadians throughout the world. Since Confederation, Canadians have served around the world in military actions for the cause of peace and freedom. Over a hundred thousand Canadians have...
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Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch: Bonn Agreement One Year Later

For Students 9th - 10th
An article that relates the struggle of Afghanistan after the wars. Article outlines the continuing efforts of the Afghan Transitional Administration and the world at large to bring peace and healing to a war torn country. (4 December 2002)
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North Atlantic Treaty Organization

North Atlantic Treaty Organization

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource offers information on the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's policies and structures, official documents, press releases, speeches and publications. Click the "Welcome to NATO" button (in the left-hand toolbar) to gain...
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Sierra Leone: History

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about history of Sierra Leone, which has been wracked with civil war, but is now in the process of healing the wounds. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Article
Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch: Turkey: Kurdish Party Members' Trial Violates Rights

For Students 9th - 10th
This article discusses the trial of 152 pro-Kurdish Peace and Democracy Party members and the implications of the trial for Turkey's stringent anti-terrorist laws. (April 18, 2011)
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North Atlantic Treaty Organization

Nato: Nato's Role in Afghanistan

For Students 9th - 10th
NATO took command of the International Security Assistance Force, ISAF, in 2003. It's mission was originally limited to Kabul, but has expanded its role to the whole of Afghanistan. Its main objective is to assist the Afghan government...
Primary
University of Groningen

American History: Documents: The Canandaigua Treaty of 1794

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the complete text of the Canandaigua Treaty signed by President Washington and the tribes of the Six Nations after the Revolutionary War; it was a treaty of peace and friendship and established land rights.
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University of Groningen

American History: Documents: The Greenville Treaty

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the full text of The Greenville Treaty, a treaty of peace and friendship between the United States and a coalition of Native American tribes.

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