This document presents a detailed comparison between two key sources outlining U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War: extracts from the Pentagon Papers (1965) and President Lyndon B. Johnson’s “Peace Without Conquest” speech. It explores the primary aims of U.S. foreign policy in South Vietnam, highlighting the difference in justifications provided in confidential government documents versus public presidential addresses. By examining the situation in South Vietnam, U.S. strategic objectives, and the complexities of American foreign policy during this turbulent period, this document serves as a valuable resource for understanding the political, social, and ethical implications of the Vietnam War.

The resource is an essay plan that outlines the structure and key points for an analysis of the Coleraine University Controversy in Northern Ireland. It breaks down the essay into 10 paragraphs, starting with an introduction that contextualizes the controversy and ending with a conclusion summarizing its long-term impacts. The plan covers the origins of the controversy, the decision-making process by the Lockwood Committee, the public and political backlash, and its role in deepening Unionist-Nationalist tensions. Additionally, it highlights the controversy’s contribution to the Civil Rights Movement and its broader legacy in Northern Irish politics.

An essay plan with success criteria for the essay: During the period 1945-1989, what was the importance for US foreign policy of one or more of the following: Berlin; Korea; Cuba?

This activity involves reading two historical accounts of Sir Robert Peel’s and Sir John Russell’s responses to the Irish Famine. Students are tasked with answering a series of comprehension questions based on these accounts, focusing on each leader’s policies, their motivations, and the consequences of their actions during the famine. The final question encourages students to compare and contrast Peel’s and Russell’s approaches, allowing for critical thinking and deeper understanding of the economic and humanitarian challenges faced during the famine.

An essay plan for the essay, ‘How was Northern Ireland affected by changes in housing, education and health between 1949 and 1969?’

A Video worksheet on the Coleraine University Controversy case study. Link: https://youtu.be/uBt91KMGNF0?si=g8xiot5eu6TjpqvP

A worksheet to help with contextualizing Stalin’s Show Trials.

A table quiz of 6 rounds of 10 questions on leaving cert history, the USA and the wider world.

An essay based worksheet on the US presidency from Roosevelt to Reagan, including 35 questions.

A source based question on the EU and how it has elevated womens rights in Ireland. Ideal for covering the European Union and women in 20th century Ireland.

A colour coded Cold War/1960s in Ireland the the wider world timeline activity.

A comprehensive summary source based worksheet on the changing roles of women in 20th century Ireland.

A worksheet in an essay plan style with 30 comprehension questions on Harry Truman vs. LBJ.

Model answers which go through below par and distinction level answers, accessible for Junior Cycle History students.

A video worksheet covering life in Nazi Germany, suitable for Junior Cycle History students.

PowerPoint presentation covering the causes, course and consequences of the Troubles in Northern Ireland. Exam questions are included at the end of the presentation.

A video worksheet based on Century Irelands YouTube video: Ireland 1912-1916: An Animated History from Home Rule to Easter Rising

A comprehensive worksheet covering the decline of Cold War certainties for leaving cert history. The worksheet contains key words definitions and questions.

A worksheet covering the key terms/definitions in the Vietnam war.

A worksheet with differentiated questions that are based of an RTE news report of the 1916 rising.