This is an award winning ThinkQuest Project that can serve as a model for other student work. Powers of Persuasion Exhibit The American propaganda war during World War II is presented with eleven posters and a sound file from the National Archives. There is also an explanation of the psychological techniques used for each poster. The explanations for each poster could be an isolated lesson in propaganda techniques. It includes sound files of his favorite songs, pictures, letters, and other documents.
Links provide additional background information.
This site is about Raoul Wallenberg, a Swedish diplomat stationed in Nazi occupied Hungary during World War II, saved thousands of Hungarian Jews by granting them the protection of the Swedish government. This website tells his story and questions what happened to him after World War II when he was arrested by the Soviet army. This page views World War II from the eyes of Canadian soldiers and citizens. All the major battles Canada fought in are included. Check for appropriate content before using with class.