Category Archives: World War II

US History – The Rise of Dictators (Road to World War II)

Use the power point presentation below to fill in the chart that follows as completely as possible. Rise of Dictators-Decline of Democracy (google slides) Below is the link to the blank chart you will need to complete and turn in: … Continue reading

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US History – Chapter 17 & 18 (World War II) Notes

Characteristics of Totalitarianism Chart Rise of Dictators Review Quick Review WWII Rise of Dictators Notes (Mr. M’s notes) WWII Notes (Mr. M’s notes)

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US History – Jewish Resistance to the Holocaust

Follow the links below for more information on the Warsaw Ghetto, the most famous case of Jewish Resistance during the Holocaust: Holocaust Encyclopedia article Warsaw Life article HEART article (longer, but pictures, etc)

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US History – Operation Valkyrie

Follow the links to learn about the most infamous attempt on Hitler’s life. Operation Valkyrie Video clip Operation Valkyrie – 2:24 This clip is from the recent movie starring Tom Cruise, “Valkyrie”.

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US History – Hitler’s Aggression & US Response to Fascism

The websites below provide good information on the rise of Hitler and his early aggressive foreign policy leading up to war: Hitler’s Rise to Power & Early Policies Hitler’s aggression (outline of foreign policy) Watch the video below and review … Continue reading

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US History – D-Day video footage

Follow the links below for amazing footage of the D-Day invasion. This clip has interviews with both Americans and Germans who participated in D-Day as well as footage.

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US History – Operation Torch (North Africa, Sicily, and Italy)

The following power-points cover Operation Torch, the Allied invasion of North Africa, Sicily, and Italy. Referred to as the “soft underbelly” of the Axis Powers.  You will need to use both to complete the questions below. 1942-1943 Operation Torch powerpoint (this should … Continue reading

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US History – US Mobilization & Japanese Interment

This study guide covers chapter 18, section 1 (pages 594-599). Chapter 18, Section 1 Study Guide – Mobilization The photo-story below provides a brief description of the Internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. 1.  What do you think … Continue reading

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Honors US History – Memories of D-Day, veterans oral histories

The following is an outstanding web site on the D-Day invasion. It includes many oral histories given by veterans of the D-Day landings. D-Day veterans oral histories 1. Select one of the veterans oral histories from Omaha Beach and in … Continue reading

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US History – American Lend-Lease Act & Dr. Seuss Political Cartoons

This powerpoint briefly describes how the Lend-Lease Act was utilized by President Franklin Roosevelt to aid the European allies during WWII. In addition, this presentation includes numerous illustrations by famous political cartoonist Dr. Seuss. Lend Lease Act & Dr. Seuss … Continue reading

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