Modeled after an actual World War II event, the Marine Corps Memorial has a story behind it that will intrigue students and get them involved in a study of Japan's war with America.

Forty-eight years passed between the end of World War II and the authorization by Congress to construct a memorial. Situated on the Mall in Washington, D.C., the 56-pillared memorial commemorates the states and territories of the U.S. at the time of the war. Two 43-foot arches at the north and south entries contain four American eagles holding a victory laurel. A Rainbow Pool, 24 bas-relief panels and a Freedom Wall complete the structure.

Dive deep into your exploration of WWII history with this social studies book that piques students’ curiosity about history through dynamic primary sources. Primary sources give students unique insights and personal connections to history. Examples of World War II primary sources include a letter about the Manhattan Project, a map of Japanese Expansion, and images of Pearl Harbor, Code Talkers, internment camps, and much more. This 32-page book includes text features that help students increase reading comprehension and their understanding of the subject. Packed with interesting facts, sidebars, and essential vocabulary, this book is perfect for reports or projects.

Includes the Tomb of the Unknowns, Arlington National Cemetery and World War I and II memorials around the world. Also includes facts about Korea and Vietnam wars.

From some of the world's most exciting cities and iconic sights to a dramatic variety of landscapes taking in rugged mountains, endless prairies and golden beaches, the scale and scope of the USA is dazzling. Berlitz Pocket Guide USA is a concise, full-colour travel guide that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the best that the country has to offer. Inside USA Pocket Guide: Where To Go details all the key sights in the country, while handy city and state maps on the cover flaps help you find your way around, and are cross-referenced to the text. Top 10 Attractions gives a run-down of the best sights and experiences to take in on your trip, from Washington DC's monuments and New Orleans' musical culture to the natural wonders of the Grand Canyon and Yosemite National Park. What To Do is a snapshot of ways to spend your spare time, from outdoor activities in the national parks to theatre in New York and cafe-bars in San Francisco. Essential information on the USA's influential culture, including a brief history of the country. Eating Out covers the country's famed cuisine. A-Z of all the practical information you'll need. About Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel and language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel and language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries and kids' language products.

Washington, the seat of power in the US, is an all-American city. From its broad avenues, Southern climate and multiple parks and monuments, it's a city to visit all year round. Be inspired to visit this city that is central to American history with the brand new Berlitz Pocket Guide Washington, a concise, full-color guide to this bustling city that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the best that DC has to offer. Inside Berlitz Pocket Guide Washington: Where To Go takes you from The White House to Capitol Hill and north to Georgetown. Top 10 Attractions gives a run-down of the best sights to take in on your trip, including the Lincoln Memorial, The White House and surrounds, decadent Union Station and the National Museum of American Art and the Portrait Gallery. Perfect Day provides an itinerary for one day in the city. What To Do is a snapshot of ways to spend your spare time, from shows to spectator sports and shopping, plus nightlife. Essential information on Washington's culture, including a brief history. Eating Out covers the city's best cuisine. Curated listings of the best hotels and restaurants. A-Z of all the practical information you'll need. About Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel and language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel and language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries and kids' language products.

Dive deep into your exploration of WWII history with this social studies book that piques students’ curiosity about history through dynamic primary sources. Primary sources give students unique insights and personal connections to history. Examples of World War II primary sources include a letter about the Manhattan Project, a map of Japanese Expansion, and images of Pearl Harbor, Code Talkers, internment camps, and much more. This 32-page book includes text features that help students increase reading comprehension and their understanding of the subject. Packed with interesting facts, sidebars, and essential vocabulary, this book is perfect for reports or projects.

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Read Along or Enhanced eBook: Through discussions of the branches of the military, we learn about who veterans are and why we honor and celebrate them each November in America.

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