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, Ulm-
Austerlitz, 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
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
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/
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