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The Invasion of Poland

Lesson Overview

Students will understand the influence of dictators in Europe and the role European Nations played in World War II.

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Less than 1 hour

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Traditional Lesson

Essential Question

How did the invasion of Poland change the course of events leading to World War II?

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5, 6, 7, 8

Social Studies
- World History
  - Global Warfare in Early 20th Century

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Along with the rest of the world, the United States and South Carolina experienced economic instability during this period. As a result, political instability and worldwide conflict consumed the world in the 1940s. Following World War II, the United States emerged as a world leader through political policies and economic growth.
- 5.3.E Analyze multiple perspectives on the economic, political, and social effects of World War II and its aftermath using primary and secondary sources.

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Lesson Partners: PBS LearningMedia, Knowitall.org, South Carolina Department of Archives and History