The Road to War: Britain, Germany

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World War Two

Description

In this unit, we look at the causes of the German invasion of Poland on September 1, 1939, principally from a German and British point-of-view.  However, Polish and Soviet perspectives are also canvassed.

Unit Skills and Objectives:

• Develop an appreciation of Australia in World War Two as a historical era
• Develop an appreciation of Australia in World War Two and its importance in defining us today
• Develop online computer research skills in a range of settings
• Record research findings in a systematic and appropriate manner
• Research family history
• Read, listen and view a range of historical sources
• Write about history and historical sources
• Analyze and evaluate historical sources
• Make informed and reasoned historical judgements