World War II: Causes & consequences
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Scientific advancements
Web resources
6 World War II Innovations That Changed Everyday Life | HISTORY
This article explores six key innovations developed or accelerated during World War II that have had lasting impacts on civilian life. While the atomic bomb is often the most remembered invention from the war, the article focuses on nonlethal technologies and medical breakthroughs that reshaped modern society.
The Scientific and Technological Advances of World War II | The National WWII Museum | New Orleans
This article explores how World War II catalyzed a wave of scientific and technological innovation that reshaped American life and global dynamics. It emphasizes the dual legacy of these advancements—ushering in modern conveniences while also intensifying Cold War tensions.
Universities at War - NFB [Film, 11-minutes]
This wartime documentary highlights the critical role Canadian universities played during World War II, showcasing how academic institutions mobilized their intellectual and scientific resources to support the national war effort.
This article explores six key innovations developed or accelerated during World War II that have had lasting impacts on civilian life. While the atomic bomb is often the most remembered invention from the war, the article focuses on nonlethal technologies and medical breakthroughs that reshaped modern society.
The Scientific and Technological Advances of World War II | The National WWII Museum | New Orleans
This article explores how World War II catalyzed a wave of scientific and technological innovation that reshaped American life and global dynamics. It emphasizes the dual legacy of these advancements—ushering in modern conveniences while also intensifying Cold War tensions.
Universities at War - NFB [Film, 11-minutes]
This wartime documentary highlights the critical role Canadian universities played during World War II, showcasing how academic institutions mobilized their intellectual and scientific resources to support the national war effort.
Print resources
Inventions a Visual Encyclopedia by John Fardon [Call # 608 FAR]
This richly illustrated encyclopedia offers a comprehensive visual journey through the history of human innovation, from prehistoric tools to modern digital technologies. Designed for young readers but engaging for all ages, it blends historical context with vivid imagery and accessible explanations.
Technology Through the Ages: The Modern World, edited by Briony Ryles and Derek Hall [Call #609.04 MOD]
This educational book explores how modern technology has evolved and shaped the world we live in today, focusing on innovations from the 20th century onward. It’s part of a broader series that traces technological development across different historical periods.
This richly illustrated encyclopedia offers a comprehensive visual journey through the history of human innovation, from prehistoric tools to modern digital technologies. Designed for young readers but engaging for all ages, it blends historical context with vivid imagery and accessible explanations.
Technology Through the Ages: The Modern World, edited by Briony Ryles and Derek Hall [Call #609.04 MOD]
This educational book explores how modern technology has evolved and shaped the world we live in today, focusing on innovations from the 20th century onward. It’s part of a broader series that traces technological development across different historical periods.
Database resources
“Radar.” [EBSCO, Science Reference Source]
This NewsWeek article by Robert Buderi offers a concise historical and technological overview of radar’s development and impact, particularly during and after World War II. It draws from Buderi’s broader research on radar’s role in shaping modern science and warfare.
"Bomber." [World Book Online]
This World Book Student encyclopedia entry provides a concise yet informative overview of bomber aircraft, focusing on their development, strategic use, and technological evolution—especially during and after World War II.
This NewsWeek article by Robert Buderi offers a concise historical and technological overview of radar’s development and impact, particularly during and after World War II. It draws from Buderi’s broader research on radar’s role in shaping modern science and warfare.
"Bomber." [World Book Online]
This World Book Student encyclopedia entry provides a concise yet informative overview of bomber aircraft, focusing on their development, strategic use, and technological evolution—especially during and after World War II.
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EBSCO Host: An academic database with scholarly articles, magazines, and historical journals. It is ideal for in-depth research and citations.
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Gale Canada in Context: Contains articles, primary sources, and multimedia content tailored for students. Good for Canadian content and perspectives.
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