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Internet References for: TAKING SIDES: Clashing Views in World History, Volume 2: The Modern Era to the Present, 3e Internet References for: TAKING SIDES: Clashing Views in World History, Volume 2: The Modern Era to the Present Third Edition Some websites continually change their structure and content, so the information listed here may not always be available. UNIT 1: THE MODERN WORLD Industrial Revolution Offers many primary documents on the Industrial Revolution. Some relate directly to women’s experience during this time of dramatic change in Europe. http://www.historyteacher.net/APEuroCourse/WebLinks/ WebLinks-IndustrialRevolution.htm Internet Modern History Sourcebook: French Revolution Looks at the French Revolution from those who experienced it; breaks the revolution into phases and presents relevant primary source materials for each. http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/mod/modsbook13.html Napoleon at War This PBS Web site examines the campaigns and battles led by Napoleon. Included are the following campaigns: First and Second Italian, Egyptian, UlmAusterlitz, Prussian, Russian, and Waterloo. Also links to the Austrian War and From Lutzen to Elba. http://www.pbs.org/empires/napoleon/n_war/campaign/page_1.html The Great Irish Famine A comprehensive guide to the Irish famine, covering all facets of the issue. Created by the New Jersey Commission on Holocaust Education. http://www.nde.state.ne.us/SS/irish_famine.html The Meiji Restoration and Modernization Covers all aspects of the Meiji Restoration. This site also includes documents and discussion questions. http://afe.easia.columbia.edu/japan/japanworkbook/modernhist/meiji.html 1 Internet References for: TAKING SIDES: Clashing Views in World History, Volume 2: The Modern Era to the Present, 3e The Mystique of Empire A comprehensive essay on the subject is followed by 20 links to many aspects of this topic. http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/kenanderson/britway/ UNIT 2: THE EARLY TWENTIETH CENTURY The Boxer Rebellion A short essay is followed by links to the Qing Dynasty, several maps of China, and general information on China during this time period. http://www.smplanet.com/imperialism/fists.html German Responsibility for the Outbreak of the War Despite its title, the author of this lengthy essay-based Web site finds plenty of blame to go around. Its scope extends beyond the war to include its effect on the postwar decades. Also includes a World War I Document Archive. http://www.colby.edu/personal/r/rmscheck/GermanyC1.html The Treaty of Versailles This site contains extensive background on the Treaty of Versailles, beginning with the attitude toward Germany of the “Big Three,” the actual terms of the treaty, Germany’s reaction to the treaty, the consequences of Versailles, and other peace settlements with Austria, Hungary, Bulgaria, and Turkey. Exam questions on the peace settlement are included. http://www.historylearningsite.co.uk/treaty_of_versailles.htm Marxist Writers: Alexandra Kollontai (1872–1952) Devoted to the early Soviet Union’s most powerful women, this Web site contains a biographical sketch and more than 30 links to her most important writings and actions. http://www.marxists.org/archive/kollonta/ Holocaust Learning Center This Web site, the creation of the Washington-based United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, provides multilinked connections to the subject; useful for both novice and experienced hands. http://www.ushmm.org The Korean War, 1950–1953 This very inclusive, user-friendly Web site includes maps and their sources, cartoons, vocabulary, a timeline, and links for answering further questions. Helpful explanations of the Domino Theory, the 38th parallel, and the TV series M*A*S*H are included. http://www.johndclare.net/cold_war10.htm 2 Internet References for: TAKING SIDES: Clashing Views in World History, Volume 2: The Modern Era to the Present, 3e UNIT 3: THE CONTEMPORARY WORLD Confucian Tradition(s) This Web site covers the core Confucian texts, the core concepts of Confucianism, its history and spread throughout China, and some current debates about Confucianism. The sections on the Confucian virtues are particularly helpful. http://www.ibiblio.org/chinesehistory/contents/02cul/c04s04.html Frontline/World-Bosnia This PBS Web site covers all links to Yugoslavia, including all facets of the Bosnian War and the continuing search for war criminals who are still at large. http://www.pbs.org/wnet/wideangle/tag/yugoslavia/ Rwanda Genocide: Ten Years Later (BBC News) This Web site includes the story of the “One Hundred Days” in audio and images, the return of survivors, how the West failed to intervene, ceremonies to honor the victims, movies on the subject, and the challenge of deep divisions that remain. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/in_depth/africa/2004/rwanda/default.stm Islam, the Modern World, and the West This Web site is divided into four major sections: General Considerations; Islam in the United States; Islam, the Muslim World, and Contemporary Issues; and Islam Today in Various Regions of the Muslim World; many links are contained in each to a wide variety of information sources. http://www.arches.uga.edu/~godlas/islamwest.html Europa: The Official Website of the European Union The home page contains portals in many languages. After clicking on the English portal, one finds history, policy areas, health care, work and business, consumer rights, blogs, video links, official documents, legislation and treaties, and extensive archives. Quick links include quizzes, games, and competitions for kids. http://europa.eu/index_en.htm India—The Bharatiya Janata Party This Web site is the home page for the party of religious nationalism in India. It offers history, philosophy, press releases, and speeches. http://www.bjp.org/ 3