Cool+Websites

[|http://www.watson.org/~lisa/blackhistory/civilrights-55-65/] This provides a great introduction and overview of important events during the Civil Rights Movement including the Montgomery Bus Boycott, Sit Ins, Freedom Riders, Birmingham, and the March on Washington.
 * Civil Rights Movement ** :

[] PBS provides insight into the actual experiences of the Freedom Riders through featured clips including the movement, pioneers, student leaders, and strategies.

[] In an article from the Indiana South Bend Tribune, Civil Rights Activist Diane Nash, is honored for her passion for equality and accomplishments throughout her life.

[] CNN provides a detailed timeline of the Civil Rights struggle beginning in 1954. They have also included a timeline of early civil rights movements dating back to as early as 1783.

[] MSNBC discuss the important roles of women in the Civil Rights Movement. Ella Baker. Septima Poinsette Clark., and Fannie Lou Hamer are highlighted in the article.

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[] The history place provides a comprehensive overview of the Vietnam War detailing United States involvement from 1945-1975. This site consists of timelines with quotes and analysis.
 * Vietnam War: **

[] Digital History contains an introduction to the Vietnam War, consequences, background information, maps, primary documents, and recommended readings.

[] This site provides statistics on the Vietnam War including casualties and the ethnic background, age, and socioeconomic status of U.S. soldiers.

[] The New York Times article details the massacre that occurred at Kent State University when four students were killed over protests.

[] This site provides insight into one of the U.S. strategies in Vietnam: Chemical Warfare. The uses of Napalm and Agent Orange are discussed including continuing effects on people today.

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**Civil Rights Tribute:** Explore how far individuals were willing to go to fight for their freedom. This tribute captures the bigotry, discrimination, and violence experienced by the black community.

**Civil Rights Activist: Medgar Evers** This video discusses the life and death of Mississippi Activist, Medgar Evers. He was willing to die for the hope of a better future.

**Church Bombing** Four young girls were killed in the 16th Baptist Church bombing. As discussed in the video, no major arrests were made. This illustrates just how deep injustices were toward the black community.

**White Activist** This tribute is for three young men who believed in the cause of the Civil Rights Movement. I want you to realize that many white individuals were very influential in the movement.

**Vietnam War Footage** This footage illustrates the environment that U.S. soldiers faced, the death of comrades, and air strikes above the jungles. Keep in mind how American troops were not prepared to fight in the jungles of Vietnam.

**Vietnam War Veteran** Listen to this Vietnam War Veteran's feelings toward the Vietnam Memorial in Washington D.C. Pay close attention to who he considers the true heroes of Vietnam.