World War 2 was the most destructive conflict in history, involving nations across the globe. The war’s battles, alliances, and consequences reshaped the modern world.

In this episode of The World History Curriculum Companion, we explore the causes of World War II, including the rise of totalitarian leaders and aggressive expansion. We’ll examine the major battles, turning points, and the roles of the Axis and Allied Powers. We’ll also discuss the Holocaust, the war’s impact on civilians, and the use of the atomic bomb. From the invasion of Poland to the surrender of Japan, this episode covers the key moments of the war that changed history.

This episode is designed to accompany our unit plan on World War 2 for our complete World History curriculum, which includes resources and lessons designed for middle school and high school classrooms.

Students of History provides engaging lessons and resources for every unit in World History, along with US History, Civics & Government, and World Geography. You can learn more at StudentsofHistory.com.

World War I was a devastating conflict that engulfed Europe and dragged in many other countries through a tangle of alliances. The war’s aftermath set the stage for even greater challenges in the years that followed.

In this episode of The World History Curriculum Companion, we explore the causes of World War I, including militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism. We’ll examine the brutal realities of trench warfare, key battles, and the impact of new military technologies. Then, we’ll discuss the Treaty of Versailles, economic turmoil of the Great Depression, the Russian Revolution, and revolutions that took place in the Interwar Era, all of which contributed to growing tensions leading into World War 2.

This episode is designed to accompany our unit plan on World War 1 and the Interwar Period for our complete World History curriculum, which includes resources and lessons designed for middle school and high school classrooms.

Students of History provides engaging lessons and resources for every unit in World History, along with US History, Civics & Government, and World Geography. You can learn more at StudentsofHistory.com.

During the Age of Imperialism, European nations expanded their empires across Africa, Asia, and the Americas. That expansion, however, came at a price of brutality and exploitation but also fierce resistance from groups seeking to maintain control over their lands.

In this episode of The World History Curriculum Companion, we review the motives behind imperialism, from economic competition to nationalist ambitions. We’ll cover key events like the Scramble for Africa, the British rule of India, and the Boxer Rebellion in China. We’ll also discuss the effects of imperial rule on indigenous peoples and the resistance movements that arose in response.

This episode is designed to accompany our unit plan on European Imperialism and its impact on the world for our complete World History curriculum, which includes resources and lessons designed for middle school and high school classrooms.

Students of History provides engaging lessons and resources for every unit in World History, along with US History, Civics & Government, and World Geography. You can learn more at StudentsofHistory.com.