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BBC History: World War Two

http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/war/wwtwo/
This BBC site provides a rich assortment of materials including interactive maps, multimedia, and in-depth essays on many World War II topics.


THE PERILOUS FIGHT: AMERICA'S WORLD WAR II IN COLOR

http://www.pbs.org/perilousfight/
Presented here are America's wartime experiences, on the battlefield and at home, vividly and intimately brought to life by combining original color film footage with compelling passages from diaries and letters written by people who were part of an unforgettable period of history.


AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: "D-Day"

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/dday/
This site presents archival materials, biographies of key historical figures, and stories written by soldiers who participated in the invasion.


Wikipedia: Battle of Normandy

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Normandy
This online encyclopedia offers a complete history of all elements of the D-Day invasion, including a complete battle plan, a chronology of events, and more details about all aspects of the Allied operations at the time of the attack.


Brittanica Online: Normandy

http://search.eb.com/normandy/week1/buildup.html
Created by the ENCYCLOPEDIA BRITTANICA, this Web site traces the events of the last great invasion of the western theater in World War II. It features profiles of political and military leaders, descriptions of weapons and tactics, historical documents, and more.


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