Category Archives: US History

US History – Child Labor & Working Conditions During the Industrial Revolution

Below in order are the websites on child labor and working conditions of the 1800s that you will need to answer the questions on the attached document.  The document will direct you to which site is needed. Biography on Lewis … Continue reading

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US History – Carnegie & Rockefeller Bio’s

Follow the links below to access information on Carnegie and Rockefeller.  Put your answers on a google doc or directly into summit. Andrew Carnegie – Hard Worker, Generous Patron – Bio page, read and answer questions 1-3. Andrew Carnegie Bio Page – … Continue reading

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US History – Chapter 6 Study Guide – The Growth of Big Business

The link below will access your study guide for section 2, chapter 6, pages 237-242 in your textbook. CH 6 SECT 2 Study Guide – The Growth of Big Business

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US History – Technological Explosion of the 1800s Chart

The following chart lists several important technological breakthroughs during the 1880s, that helped to advance industry in our nation. The Technological Explosion Chart  

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US History – The Nuremberg Trials

Follow the link below for more information on the Nuremberg Trials: Nuremberg Trials PBS Legacy of War:  The Nuremberg Trials (w/ Walter Cronkite) The Nuremberg Trials:  Witness to History

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US History – World War II Death Tolls by Nation

Check out this chart for statistics on the final death tolls of WWII. WWII Death Tolls Chart

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US History – The Fight for Victory in the Pacific

The powerpoint below is a great overview of the war in the Pacific. War in the Pacific powerpoint Follow the links for information and video footage of the last major battle in the Pacific. Info on Okinawa WWII in Color … Continue reading

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US History – The Holocaust

*Disclaimer…some very “sensitive” material is covered in this section.  The Holocaust during Nazi rule in Germany throughout Europe is arguably one of the most horrifying and tragic events in the history of mankind.  You will encounter some very “disturbing” images … Continue reading

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US History – The Battle of the Bulge

Known as Hitler’s last major offensive in World War II, follow the link below to read about the Battle of the Bulge. The Battle of the Bulge Video clip Battle of the Bulge – 3:02

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US History – The D-Day Invasion & Defeating Hitler

Watch the following video on the June 6th, 1944 D-Day Invasion & the eventual defeat of Hitler:  D-Day & Defeating Hitler *Review the unit notes (Mr. M’s WWII Notes) slides 72-99:  Mr. M’s WWII Notes Use the following excellent power … Continue reading

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