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The summer of 1943 saw Italy transition from a fascist state in an Allied campaign that eventually became a liberation. Explore the ways Canada, Great Britain, the United States, and the Northwest African Air Forces collaborated to put a stop to the ever-expanding German invasion of Europe.
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Instructional Ideas
- Assign specific countries or divisions for small groups to follow throughout the timeline
- Have class members write letters from the perspective of Allied soldiers or Italian civilians about the events details in the timeline
- Pair with a class viewing of Casablanca
Classroom Considerations
- Each section of the timeline opens with a short video, which can slow down navigation at first
- Level of military detail in the map may be overwhelming for some learners
- This content requires Adobe Flash to view
Pros
- Navigation is intuitive and quick
- Provides primary source video and pictures
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- None