BBC
Bbc: Profile: Ibrahim Jaafari
A spokesman for Islamic Daawa Party, Jaafari emerged as post war Iraq's new prime minister. (4/7/05)
New York Times
New York Times: Intelligence Failures
An interactive video that shows the faulty intelligence leading up to the war in Iraq. Gives examples of how the intelligence was not successful in providing security against the insurgency and rebuilding Iraq.
New York Times
New York Times: Baghdad's Survivors
This interactive resource communicates the catastrophic effect that the war in Iraq has had on the Iraqi civilian population. It gives first person accounts that are translated for ease of following along with the audio. (23 July 2006)
PBS
Pbs: Frontline: Calming Tensions Between Arabs and Iraqi Kurds
The Kurds and Arabs have had ongoing tensions throughout history. The presence of the U.S. in Iraq during the war has taken soldiers from helping create a free nation to smoothing the waters between these two cultures. This learning...
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Senate Armed Svcs Commitee: Posture Statement of General Richard B. Myers [Pdf]
Although lengthy (33 pages), this statement by General Richard B. Myers to the United States Senate provides a clear, concise analysis of the War in Iraq and Operation Iraqi Freedom from the perspective of one of the Bush...
Council of Foreign Relations
Council on Foreign Relations: History Makers Series General Richard B. Myers
The transcript of a speech by General Richard B. Myers to the Council on Foreign Relations, this page provides not only biographical information about Myers but also a commentary on the War in Iraq and the Bush Administration. (June 29,...
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Democracy Now: Cindy Sheehan Sets Up Antiwar Protest
In an interview with Democracy Now, Cindy Sheehan explains why she has set up camp in Washington, D.C. to protest the War in Iraq and to call on President Obama to end the War. (March 19, 2010)
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U.s. Department of Defense: President Bush Proclaims End to Major Combat
Kathleen T. Rhem analyzes President George W. Bush's announcement that the combat in Iraq has ceased. (May 1, 2003)
BBC
Bbc: Week of 8 25 14: Profile: Photojournalist James Foley
American photojournalist James Foley was killed after being kidnapped by the terrorist group ISIS ( Islamic State in Iraq and Syria). Learn about how he developed a passion for journalism in war-torn countries and how this shaped his life.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Saddam Hussein
A comprehensive biography of Saddam Hussein that includes his early years, his rise to power, the Iraq wars, and his pursuit and capture. Article includes links to related information.
FOX News
Fox News: Saddam's Sons Confirmed Dead; Two u.s. Soldiers Killed in Separate Attacks
This article discusses the deaths of Saddam Hussein's sons, Oday and Qusay, and the implications their deaths have for the War in Iraq. (July 23, 2003)
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: General David H. Petraeus, Usa
Biography of Army General David Petraeus examines his life and career as an expert military leader and mastermind of counterinsugency in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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...
Department of Defense
Do Dea: Ap Us History: Unit 9: Modern Times
This extensive learning module examines the extent to which conservatism successfully challenged liberal dominance in American culture and politics, and redefined economic policies and political behaviors. It looks at how the end of the...
Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History
Gilder Lehrman Institute: Facing the New Millenium
[Free Registration/Login Required] A thought-provoking essay discusses the political, social, and technological trends facing the United States at the turn of the 21st century. Of particular focus is the Bush presidency, 9/11, and the...
CNN
Cnn: General Tom Franks
This article examines the role of General Tommy Franks in the War in Iraq. (October 24, 2001)
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Avoiding Armageddon: Nation Building
An in-depth analysis of nation building and the differences between the Marshall Plan and the plan to rebuild Iraq and Afghanistan. Students will also have the opportunity to pick a country and decide what they would do to rebuild it.
A&E Television
History.com: Why This Pioneering Hopi Soldier Has a Mountain Named After Her
Lori Ann Piestewa was the first woman to die on the front lines in Iraq and the first American Indian woman to die serving the U.S. Armed Forces. Piestewa has became synonymous with patriotic Native American sacrifice. In 2008, a...
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Saddam Hussein, a Life of Violence
An effective synopsis of the life of Hussein, from his young life through the rule of Iran to his capture in December, 2003.
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The Gulf War Index
A good resource on the Gulf War with many indexed links to background information, photos, maps and much more.
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Ibrahim Jaafari on Iraq's Election Day, 30 January
A spokesman for Islamic Daawa Party, Jaafari emerged as post war Iraq's new prime minister. 4/7/05
CNN
Cnn: Defiant Saddam Rejects Court & Charges
An account of Saddam Hussein's first appearance in court on July 1, 2004 to fact his accusers. He claimed that he is still the legal president of Iraq and believes the court has no authority to try him.
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Pbs Newshour Extra: u.s. Combat Troops Leave Iraq
The US combat troops have pulled out of Iraq. What did the US accomplish? What will happen to Iraq now? Resource provides some answers. Also includes classroom activity and worksheet. 8/31/2010
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