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Fulgencio
Batista--A
biography of Cuba's US-friendly dictator.
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Bay Of Pigs Invasion - Brigade 2506--Bay of Pigs invasion, including photographs of martyrs, songs and more.
Bay Of Pigs Invasion--Good information
from Wikipedia. Contents includes: Background and preparation;
Invasion, Casualties, Release of most captive prisoners, and aftermath,
reactions and re-evaluations. |
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The Berlin Airlift--Scheduled for Monday, July 13, 1998, the rescue
operation "...that saved more than 2.5 million people from starvation and
served as the single most significant event in stopping the Soviet advance
across post-World War II Europe."
Berlin Airlift, The--Extensive collection of historical documents,
photos, and articles devoted to the Airlift. From the Truman Presidential
Museum & Library.
The Berlin Airlift--A
brief history.
US Air Force Museum: Berlin Airlift--Profiles the
eleven-month air campaign, unofficially known as Operation Vittles, to
supply provisions to the people of West Berlin after the Soviets cut
access to the city. CNN
Perspectives - Berlin 1948-1949 |
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Berlin Wall--This
informative site depicts the history of the Berlin Wall from both sides of
the wall. There are photographs, an essay, and an interactive quiz.
see also sites below that mention Berlin
Wall and
Europe - Germany |
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Britain In
The Cold War--Comprehensive and well laid out guide to the British
contribution during the war. |
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Fidel Castro--Entry
contains a great deal of information about Castro and the Cold War.
Many web site references are included in the text.
Fidel Castro--Through these resources, learn about Fidel
Castro, the dictator of Cuba who transformed his country
into the first communist state in the Western Hemisphere. |
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CNN - Cold War --The companion Web site to CNN's 24-episode
documentary series is a well-designed, informative resource. The
site has video clips from the program, archival footage, profiles,
interviews, maps, and historical documents, as well as interactive
features such as discussion boards and games to test your knowledge.
Comrades - 1917 To 1945--"Part of the CNN Cold War website. This
section covers the change in the Allied relationship. You can even take
Stalin's place at Yalta. Excellent multimedia, with accessible content." |
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Cold War--An
exhaustive amount of links to political and military figures and issues,
events and organizations during this time period. |
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Cold War--Provides
brief paragraphs discussing postwar estrangement, soviet perspectives, and
the Cuban Missile Crisis. |
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Cold War--This
site addresses the iron curtain tensions between the United States and the
Soviet Union, as well as the emergence of China as a Communist nation.
There are also essays about "detente," and a list of bibliographic
sources. |
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Cold War, From Beginning To End--This
comprehensive site looks back at the fall of Communism, and has articles
about the Berlin Wall, life in Russia today, and a link to a photographic
project called "Beyond the fall." |
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Cold War Museum--Information
about the Cold War is divided into a timeline. By clicking on each
decade, you can access essays about pivotal events and links to other
sources. There is also an on-line exhibition where you can find photos of
the Berlin Wall, and artifacts such as a "nuclear war survival kit."
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Cold War Policies (1945-1991)--"Extremely useful and clear timeline of
the major events of the Cold War. Detailed notes about each event are
linked from the main timeline. "
Some topics include the
Yalta Conference, the Nuclear Arms Race, and the Arms Control Treaty.
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Cuban Missile Crisis--In October 1962, the Soviet Union began placing
nuclear missiles in Cuba. The confrontation between the United States and
the Soviet Union over these missiles was the closest the two countries
came to starting a war. Find sites about the Cuban Missile Crisis
here!
Image Intelligence Cuban
Missile Crisis--Reconnaissance photographs of Soviet ballistic missile
and air defense installations in Cuba. Links to other sites on US
reconnaissance programs and a primer on imagery intelligence. |
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Cuban Missile
Crisis 14 Days In October--Offers a multimedia presentation of the
Cuban Missile Crisis. Read about the major players and listen to a
RealAudio narration of the crisis.
The Cuban Missile Crisis--Provides the story of the 1962 crisis by
examining hundreds of links to previously classified top-secret US,
Soviet, and Cuban pictures, documents and audio clips. An excellent
site! |
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Fast Attacks & Boomers: Submarines In The Cold War--"Reviews
the early history of submarines and their radical transformation after
World War II. It shows how submarines are built, how they work, and what
they do. It also tells the story of submariners and their families,
Americans on the front lines of the Cold War." |
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History
Of The Cold War--Learn all about the Cold
War by playing an interactive game that allows you to try keeping peace.
There's also a Who's Who section of biographical information as well as
informative reports about the Space Race, the Bay of Pigs, Civil Defense,
the Berlin Wall, and the Arms Race. |
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Iron Curtain--Deals
with the development of the Cold war from 1945-47. Some excellent
multimedia source material is available. |
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JFK Lancer: Educational Links--Links to information regarding the JFK assassination.
Larry Charbonneau's JFK Page
John F.
Kennedy--The official White
House Web site holds the biography John F. Kennedy, the president in
office during the Cuban Missile Crisis. There is a link from his biography
to the JFK Library and Museum, which has interesting essays such as "JFK
questioned the value of nuclear build-up."
A
Biography Of John F. Kennedy: The 35th President Of The United States--Excellent!
World On The Brink: John F. Kennedy And The Cuban Missile Crisis, The--Exhibit
from the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum. Features chronology,
documents, photographs, sound files, and more.
‘Unfinished Business: Kennedy And Cuba’--Explores the history of the
Bay of Pigs Invasion, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and the assassination in
the context of contemporary events, incorporating over 150 photographs and
artifacts. |
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Nikita Khrushchev--Sources to biographies of Khrushchev plus sites on
the Cold War and Cuban Missile Crisis.
Nikita Khrushchev--Through
information on his early days, war, and forced retirement.
Nikita Khrushchev--Brief summary of his career by CNN. |
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Marshall Plan--Learn
about the Marshall Plan's history and about key dates in the plans
development. |
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McCarthyism--Learn
how the Cold War affected America, with the formation of the House
Committee on Un-American Activities, and Senator Joseph McCarthy's list of
suspected Communists spies, informants, investigators and blacklist. |
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American Experience:
Race For The Superbomb--PBS companion site explores a top secret US
Cold War program to build a weapon more powerful than the atomic bomb
dropped on Japan. For years the U.S. government maintained a top
secret bomb shelter for Congressmen, in case of nuclear attack. Come take
a virtual tour of this facility. |
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Russian And Soviet Weapons And Arms Systems--The weapons of today's
Russian military were originally developed to face the Soviet Union's Cold
War enemies. Discusses Soviet naval, land, and air armaments. |
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Space Race--See
pictures of satellites such as Sputnik, and learn about the competition to
reach the moon. There is also a page about declassified paintings of
Soviet space weapons. |
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Harry S. Truman (1949-1953)--Learn
about the President who dealt with the early years of the Cold War.
see also WWII |
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William Churchill--This site contains facts about Churchill, his
speeches and quotes, the history of his life, Churchill trivia, and
debates about his role as a war leader.
see also WWII |
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Background And Battle At Fort Necessity--The
confrontation at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening
battle of the war fought by England and France for control of the North
American continent." |
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Battle Of
Restigouche--Learn
about the Battle of Restigouche, the last battle in the French and Indian
War.
Battle Of Restigouche |
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Firsthand Accounts Of The Attack On Fort William Henry--Read
for yourself the story of two different assaults on the Fort. |
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The French And
Indian War--A brief history of the French & Indian War with links to
maps. |
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The French And Indian War--"This easy-to-read, illustrated
article describes the struggle between France and England over territory in
North America. Find out what part a young George Washington played in this
war. Also includes a timeline of the war. This article fills in the gap
between colonial development and revolutionary war."
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French And Indian War--Provides
a brief overview of the French and Indian War. Use the related entries menu to the
right to find links to
information about George Washington, Fort Necessity, Fort Duquesne, and
the Treaty of Paris. |
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French And Indian
Wars--Brief overview of the
French and Indian War. You will also find overviews of King William’s War,
Queen Anne’s War, and King George’s War. |
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French
And Indian War - 1754-1763--This study guide gives an overall general
summary as well as information regarding terms, people, places, and battles.
Check out the study questions and review
quiz. |
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French And
Indian War's Impact On America--This
Web site explores the effects of the French and Indian War in America and
outlines the major events of the war. |
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1755 - The French And Indian War
Homepage--Looking for the name of a soldier in the French and Indian
War? This is a great place to start. Includes the start of a
book on the subject as well.
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George Washington: The Soldier Through The French And Indian War--This
site relates the story of George Washington's role in the French and
Indian War. Washington's attack on a French force in May 1754 is said to
have started the war in the Americas. |
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Jeffrey Amherst And Small Pox Blankets--Learn about
Jeffrey Amherst's legacy and involvement in the French and Indian War. You
will also learn that Amherst discussed tactics to give small pox infected
blankets to American Indians, hoping the disease would weaken them.
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Chief Pontiac's Siege Of Detroit--At
this site you will learn how Chief Pontiac led warriors from various
American Indian tribes in laying siege to British-held Fort Detroit in
1763. The chief fell victim six years later to a Peoria tribesman.
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William Pitt--Biography
of William Pitt, who was in charge of military affairs and colonial policy
during the French and Indian War.
William
Pitt: (1708-78) "The Great Commoner." |
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Anti-War Protests Continue--At
this CBS News Web site you can read an article about antiwar protests
throughout the world. You will also find a link to full coverage of the
anti-war movement before and during the war. |
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George Walker Bush (2001- Present)--A
comprehensive biography of George W. Bush. Learn about the first lady, the
cabinet, staff and advisors, and key events in Bush's administration
including Operation Iraqi Freedom. |
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William Jefferson Clinton (1993-2001)--A
complete biography of Bill Clinton. Learn about key events in his
administration including Operation Desert Fox. |
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Conflict With Iraq--The BBC's full-blown report, with news
of Saddam Husseins
capture and archived articles.
Who's
Who In Iraq--Guide to the key players in post-Saddam politics.
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Country Profile: Iraq--This
BBC News Web site provides a brief profile on Iraq. Here you will learn
about post-war Iraq, Iraq's history, leaders, and media in Iraq. You will
also find links to related articles about Iraq.
see also Asia |
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Full Coverage: Iraq--Yahoo's terrific page of recent news
and related links. |
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Gunning For Saddam--Archived 2001 report from Frontline;
good background on the US-Hussein clash.
Soldiers Describe Capture--From 2003: CNN describes the day
GIs dug up Saddam. |
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The Long
Road To War--PBS'
"Frontline" provides a comprehensive look at the United States
relationship with Iraq from 1990 to the present. Here you will learn how
four presidents dealt with Saddam Hussein in the past twelve years and
what led to the war with Iraq in 2003.
Saddam
Hussein Profile
Saddam Hussein |
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Operation Desert
Fox--At
this Web site you will learn about Operation Desert Fox. Includes an
overview of the operation, the defense policy on Iraq, a map of Iraq, and
a chronology of events. You will also find additional articles, briefings,
fact sheets, and Web sites. |
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Secretary Of State Colin L.
Powell--At
the U.S. Department of State Web site you can read the biography of Colin
L. Powell. Learn about Powell's political views, travels, and
view a photo gallery.
Colin L.
Powell--Biography
of Colin Powell, the first African American to be appointed Chairman of
the Joint Chiefs of Staff and later secretary of state. Photographs and a
detailed interview with Powell are included. |
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United Nations Cyber
School Bus--Here
you can explore the United Nations history, participating countries, and
much more. |
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U.S.-Iraq War Of 2003--Encarta entry which includes an introduction,
background to the war, Operation Iraqi Freedom and aftermath. |
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The War Behind Closed Doors--At
this PBS Web site, Frontline explores George W. Bush's decision to go to
war with Iraq. Here you will find opinions, interviews, and chronology of
events leading up to the "Bush Doctrine." Also includes
information on causes, major battles, biographies, home front, weapons of
the war, speeches, and images and maps. |
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War In Iraq--At
this CNN Web site you can explore coverage of the 2003 war in Iraq. Learn
about the weapons used, coalition forces, Iraqi forces, and much more.
In addition you can find information on the causes of the war, major
battles, home front,
statistics, and images and maps. |
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Britain In
The Korean War--Comprehensive and well laid out guide to the British
contribution to the war. Includes accounts from veterans. |
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CNN Cold War
Series: Episode 5 - Korea--Explore
the Korean War through the CNN Interactive Cold War series. Here you will
find interactive maps, historical documents, and articles related to the
Korean War. |
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Heartbreak Ridge--Summary of the battle that took place on Heartbreak
Ridge. |
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HistoryCentral.Com: The Korean War--Contains brief articles on the
causes of the war, major events and battles, and President Harry Truman's
1951 decision to relieve Douglas MacArthur of his command. |
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Korea + 50: No Longer Forgotten--"This
site is produced by the official libraries of Harry S Truman and Dwight
Eisenhower. It draws on the extensive collection of primary sources and
first hand accounts from both libraries. The Web site is enhanced by a
collection of black and white and full color photos from the war. " |
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Korean War 50th Anniversary--Dedicated to all those who served their
country during the Korean War. Offers history, images, teacher resources,
and more. |
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Korean War, The--"The
Korean War" provides detailed chronological information of the Korean
War on land and in the air. Among its content is a graphical list
of countries that participated in the war with detailed information on the
role that each country played. " |
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Korean War--This
study guide gives a general summary plus information terms, people, places,
and battles. Check out the study questions and a review quiz. If you need a summary of
the event and what happened this is a great place! |
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The Korean War: An Overview--"Part
of the BBC's "Wars and Conflict" series, this site traces the major events
of the Korean War in the context of the mounting Cold War between the
Western democracies and the Eastern Block Communist nations. It's
organized into four main periods of the war, and provides links for
further reading about this historic conflict. " |
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The Korean War, June 1950 - July 1953--"From
the Department of the Navy -- Naval Historical Center, comes this Web site
which provides a pictorial and historical overview of events that occurred
during the Korean War. " |
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Korean
War: The Forgotten War--Military.com provides a comprehensive
discussion of the Korean War. Here you will find an overview of different
phases of the war, biographies of key players, documents related to the
war, maps, and a timeline. You can also read media depictions of events
that occurred during the war from the "media vault." |
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Korean War Web
Sites--Links to websites on the Korean War--museums,
memorials, veterans associations, unit histories, combat action reports,
casualties, African American soldiers, retrospective studies of the war and
combat effectiveness. |
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Peng Dehuai--Short biography of Dehuai who commanded the Chinese
Communist troops during the Korean War.
Peng Dehuai |
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General Matthew B. Ridgway--President Truman had
relieved General MacArthur, and put Ridgway in charge of the war in Korea.
Matthew Bunker Ridgway, General |
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13th Bomb Squadron--The
13th Squadron of the US Air Force, a bomber unit using B26 Invaders,
performed many types of attack missions in the Korean War. Includes a
squadron history, personal stories, scrapbook, and the technical
specifications of the B26. |
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The United States Enters The Korean Conflict--"
National Archives Web site provides a brief overview of the Korean
conflict and links to President Truman's document stating his decision to
send air and naval forces to assist in defending South Korea. " |
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Veterans Day November 11--Learn
why Veterans Day was initially called Armistice Day and about the many
different ways people celebrate this day.
Veterans Day
History
Armistice Day -
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The Alamo--This site
features the story of the Alamo and its key figures, Davy Crockett, Jim
Bowie, William B. Travis, and Antonio López de Santa Anna. A virtual tour
and visitor information is included. |
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Adams-Onís Treaty
Of 1819--The
Adams-Onís Treaty of 1819 was named for
John Quincy Adams of the United States and Louis de Onís of Spain. It
renounced any claim of the United States to Texas. It is also sometimes
referred to as the Florida Treaty. Here you will find the complete text of
the agreement. |
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Stephen
Fuller Austin (1793--1836)--Stephen
F. Austin helped thousands of people settle in what is now the state of
Texas. He was also responsible for helping Mexico run the colony. This
page from the PBS series "New Perspectives on the West" tells his story.
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The Battle Of
Buena Vista, February 23, 1847--Tells
the story of the Battle of Buena Vista in which 5,000 American soldiers
turned back 14,000 Mexican soldiers. |
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The Battle Of San Jacinto--This
Texas State Library and Archives Commission site is dedicated to the
Battle of San Jacinto. Here you will find background on the conflict, a
battle description, first-person accounts of the battle, and articles
about Santa Anna's surrender. |
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Bear Flag Revolt And The Anglo-American Conquest Of California--This
page from the California Military Museum tells the story of the
Mexican-American War as it pertains to California. The Bear Flag Revolt
resulted in California's declaration of independence from Mexico.
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The
Border--At this PBS Web site you
can explore the historical division between the United States and its
neighbor to the South, Mexico. An interactive timeline gives a history of
the Mexican-American border. A morphing map illustrates the changes in the
border between the two nations. |
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Causes Of The Mexican-American War--Brief explanation of why the war was
started with links within to other sites of interest.
Mexican-American War--Why
did Mexico and the U.S. go to war? Was it just over Texas? Not exactly.
Find out why and where and who and when in this exciting, easy-to-read
article. |
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Gadsden Purchase Was Signed In Mexico City December 30, 1853--America's
Story from America's Library, a Library of Congress Web site, tells the
story of the day that the United States bought approximately 29,000 square
miles of land from Mexico for ten million dollars in 1853 with the Gadsden
Purchase.
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Sam
Houston--Sam Houston was the
governor of two states, the president of the Republic of Texas, a senator,
a congressman, and a soldier. He was also instrumental in gaining Texas's
independence from Mexico. This page from PBS's "New Perspectives on the
West" contains his biography.
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General Stephen
Watts Kearny--Stephen Kearny was
a soldier, explorer, builder, writer, and statesman. He fought in the War
of 1812 and the Mexican-American War. Here you will learn about his life
and adventures.
Stephen Watts
Kearny |
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PBS
Presents The US-Mexican War--The
Mexican-American War resulted in Mexico losing almost half of its
territory to the United States. In this bilingual PBS Web site, scholars,
historians, and authors share their views on the causes, effects, and
events of the Mexican-American War. This is an online
companion resource for the documentary, "The U.S.-Mexican War (1846-1848). |
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Antonio
López de Santa Anna--Antonio
López de Santa Anna was the dominant figure in Mexican politics for much
of the nineteenth century. Here you will find a brief overview of his life
and political and military career. |
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Captain Robert F. Stockton, USN (1795-1866)--Captain
Robert F. Stockton participated in the War of 1812, the Mexican-American
War, and the Civil War. This page from the Department of the Navy Naval
Historical Center site contains a brief biography and several images.
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Treaty Of Guadalupe Hidalgo--The
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo called for Mexico to cede 55 percent of its
territory in the United States. Here you will find the text of the treaty,
an article about its history, and related maps. |
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U.S.- Mexican War,
1846--1848--This comprehensive site from the Descendants
of Mexican War Veterans contains images, maps, treaties, battle reports,
statistics, a timeline, and links to related historic sites.
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A-10/OA-10
Thunderbolt II--Learn about the A-10/OA-10 Thunderbolt II,
used in the Gulf War. These twin-engine Air Force aircraft were the first
aircraft specifically designed to support ground troops. |
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AH-64 Apache--Learn about the AH-64 Apache the army's primary attack
helicopter.
AH-64 Apache--Photo gallery
and more. |
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Battleship
"Wisconsin--Take
a virtual tour of the "USS Wisconsin," which participated in the Gulf War.
Here you will learn about the ship's dimensions, armaments, berthing, and
about the foundation itself. |
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Brief
Overview Of Persian Gulf War--Summary of events before during and
after the war, from an Iraqi perspective. Described through various
articles, pictures, audio and video samples. |
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Britain In The
Gulf War--Comprehensive and well laid out guide to the British
contribution to the war. Includes accounts from veterans. |
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Chemical Reaction--Thousands
of U.S. Gulf-war veterans complain about fatigue, memory loss and aching joints.
They call it Gulf war syndrome. Meanwhile, the use of agent orange in
Vietnam continues to afflict Americans and Vietnamese alike. sniff out the grisly story
of chemical weaponry.
Gulf War
Illnesses--Offers
a library of ongoing government research into the illnesses suffered by
the men and women who served in the Persian Gulf War.
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CIA Support To The U.S. Military During The Persian Gulf War--One
of the CIA’s primary functions is to provide intelligence support to
United States military forces. Learn what types of information the CIA
passed along that helped the military to plan its strategy in the Gulf
War. |
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DesertStorm.Com--Thorough information about all aspects of the war. |
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Fog Of War--Explanation and analysis of the 42-day Persian Gulf
War in 1991, between the USA and Iraq. Includes archive information, news
articles and personal comment. |
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The Gulf War--This
PBS Web site provides an in-depth examination of the Gulf War. Here you
will find interviews with major decision makers and key players, accounts
from prisoners of war, photos, and information about weaponry and
technology used in the war. |
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Gulf War
Photographs--View
photographs of Desert Storm taken by U.S. Army personnel. There are
thirteen galleries to choose from.
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How Night Vision
Works--"Ever wonder how night
vision works? It was essential to the pilots who conducted nighttime
bombing raids during the Gulf War. This site explains the technology that
enables pilots and others to see things more clearly in the dark." |
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The Iraqi Scud Threat--Find out more about Iraq's deadly Scud missiles--how they're used, why
they're so dangerous, and how they were combated.
Scud Missile |
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Patriot Missile - Air Defense System--News and
project information on the Patriot Air Defense System.
Frontline: The Gulf War: Weapons: Mim-104 Patriot--Designed
in the late 1970s as an anti-aircraft weapon, the Patriot was modified in
the mid-1980s to defend against ballistic missiles as well. |
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SR-71 Online – F-117A
Nighthawk--Learn
about the F-117A Nighthawk aircraft, also known as the stealth fighter,
which was used in combat during the Gulf War. Several photos are available
along with specifications of the aircraft. |
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General H. Norman Schwarzkopf--Brief biography of General
H. Norman Schwarzkopf, the commander of the Allied coalition forces in the
Persian Gulf War. The site includes a list of the medals awarded to the
general and some interesting quotations.
The Gulf War: General
Norman Schwarzkopf--An interview with the head of Allied forces during the war. |
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The Unfinished War: A
Decade Since Desert Storm--This
CNN Web site includes timelines of Operation Desert Storm. It also
features interviews with some of the people who participated in the Gulf
War and provides updated information on the war's legacy. |
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The Battle Of Manila Bay--"Provides
a firsthand account of the Battle of Manila Bay as written by Admiral
George Dewey. Look for the famous quote, "You may fire when ready,
Gridley." |
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Battle Of Santiago--"This
site contains information about the Battle of Santiago, in which only one
American sailor was killed.
Battle Of Santiago
Battle Of Santiago De Cuba
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Of The Spanish-American War--Brief
description of the causes of the Spanish-American war. Read on to learn
about why Cuba desperately wanted its freedom from Spain. |
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Centennial Of The
Spanish-American War--Read about three periods of the Spanish-American
War: background, the war, and the aftermath. This site offers several
photographs to enhance your understanding of the war. |
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Campaigns Of The
Spanish-American War--Learn about the named campaigns of the
Spanish-American War. Discover their beginning and ending dates along with
the actions that occurred in each. |
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Of Empire: The Spanish-American War
A PBS offering which includes a timeline and much more for this often
overlooked war over territories overseas. Find out about Teddy Roosevelt
and the Rough Riders and much more! |
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Naval Historical Center Events--Spanish-American War--"This
site has many photographs and images of the USS Maine and other United
States battleships that were deployed during the war. It also includes
information about Spanish warships. " |
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Maine,
Remember The--Tells
the story of the USS Maine which was sank by an unknown explosive and the
start of the Spanish-American War. Remember
The Maine
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McKinley, William--Biography of our Twenty-Fifth President
1897-1901 whose administration was dominated by foreign policy.
American Presidents: Life Portraits
McKinley Assassination--Information on the
assassination with related links. |
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The
Spanish-American War--"This
information-packed site includes lots of details about Cuba, the USS
Maine, and "yellow journalism." You will also find photo, maps, and film
clips about the Spanish-American War. " |
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The
Spanish-American War--This overview essay of the war gives detailed
information about the period and other pertinent information. There are
also numerous links for further study. |
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Spanish American War--This study guide gives an overall general
summary, plus information on terms, people, places, and battles.
Check out the study questions and review
quiz. |
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Spanish-American War--At the
National Museum of Health and Medicine Web site you can explore their
exhibit on the Spanish-American War as it pertained to the Army medical
department. |
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Spanish-American War: America’s
War--Simple
and clear descriptions of the history of the war. The information is
broken down chronologically. It begins with the sinking of the USS Maine
and ends with the capture of Manila. |
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The Spanish-American War Centennial
Website--Plenty
of information about the war, including weapons and ship profiles,
firsthand accounts of fighting, and the role of journalists during the
war. This site also organizes events into categories such as "War in
Cuba," "War in the Philippines," and "War in Puerto Rico." |
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The
Spanish-American War In The Philippines (1898)--This
PBS Web site explores the Spanish-American War in the Philippines. Here
you will learn about the war's key military figures and their
accomplishments. |
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The Spanish-American War In Motion Pictures--"At
this Library of Congress Web site you will find movie clips of the
Spanish-American War. The topics include the Rough Riders and the USS
Maine. " |
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Rough
Rider Colonel Roosevelt--A
history of Theodore Roosevelt and the Rough Riders. Here you will learn
how the Rough Riders earned their name, along with an account of the
well-known Battle at San Juan Heights.
Biography
Of Theodore Roosevelt--"After
serving with distinction in the Spanish-American War, Theodore Roosevelt
went on to become the youngest United States president up to that time.
This site describes both his personal and presidential accomplishments. "
The Rough Riders--Learn
about Theodore Roosevelt and his role in the Spanish-American War. It
includes Roosevelt's book, The Rough Riders. You can also use the
search engine to find specific people or events.
see also
Teddy Roosevelt And The
Rough Riders |
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A War In
Perspective, 1898-1998--Contains
a chronology of war events and discusses public debates that took place
during the Spanish-American War. Also included are interesting propaganda
cartoons. |
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Wood, Leonard--Biography
of Major General Wood who served in the army during the Indian Wars,
was an Assistant Surgeon in the Apache Campaign of
the Summer of 1886, a White House Physician to President Grover Cleveland,
and during the Spanish-American War he was the commander of the First
Volunteer Cavalry (The Rough Riders) - Roosevelt was his
second-in-command. |
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The World Of
1898: The Spanish-American War--"This
site highlights many of the key figures in the war, such as Theodore
Roosevelt, Commodore Dewey, and Spanish General Weyler. You will also find
period photographs, and links to maps and indexes. " |
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Yellow Fever And The Reed Commission--"This
site is devoted to the doctors, scientists, and military personnel who
proved that yellow fever was caused by mosquitoes, not by direct contact
with infected people. Learn about the history of yellow fever and its
connection to the Spanish-American War. "
Yellow Fever |
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