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[|1968 Documentary] **This website from the History Channel has great video clips including the Tet Offensive, the My Lai Massacre, and anti-war protests. But what I really like is the section on "music" and "hippies" that shows students the social and cultural connections to the war, connections that might bridge their feelings to the current war in Iraq. (Source: The History Channel)**

[|1968 Study Guide] **PDF file study guide that goes along with the History Channel's 1968 documentary which includes an introduction by Tom Brokaw, essential questions and research tasks, vocabulary, and quotes from influential figures. A nice writing component to the website. (Source: The History Channel)**

**This PowerPoint covers the main points from the 1968 Presidential election, the My Lai Massacre, the Kent State tragedy, and Nixon's withdrawal of troops to end the war. Powerful pictures are included. (Source: Brian Dow)**

**This PowerPoint covers the main points of the draft and its unpopularity among the public. It also covers the way many dodged the draft. Thought-provoking pictures are included. (Source: Brian Dow)

On the left search bar please find the link to my other Wiki, "Vietnam Era Music Wiki." This WikiSpace includes four Vietnam era songs, complete with lyrics. Once students listen to the songs, it is there job to determine the artists' thought processes behind the songs, and whether or not the songs are pro or anti war. (Source: Listed artists and Brian Dow).**

**This recent article recounts the Kent State tragedy from the perspective of a survivor of the shooting. The article discusses a tape released which recorded guards' orders to fire on the students. Great for Reading Apprenticeship activities. (Source: Associated Press)**