Social Studies 20
World Governance
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R072079
Afghanistan's Troubled Election
In late August, Afghans went to the polls to choose a President and members of the provincial council. Canada's troops in that war torn country help provide security so the vote could take place. But the election was marred by violence and voting irregularities.
Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
May 11, 2018
R072049
The 9/11 Attacks. Ten Years Later
On September 9, 2001, a group of terrorists carry out a devastating assault on the United States. Two planes crash into the World Trade Center in New York City, another one into the Pentagon in Washington, DC and a fourth one is downed in a field in Pennsylvania. This video discusses the impact of the attacks in the ensuing 10 years.
Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
Free
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2018
R072122
Prayer of Peace: Relief and Resistance in Burma's War Zone
This video discusses the Karen people and their struggle for survival in Burma. Over one million Karen villagers fight to stay alive inside Burma. Filmmaker Matt Blauer illegally crosses the border seven times as he assists aid workers. He interviews a nurse who is devoted to helping escapees following the death of her parents. Blauer also interview a pastor/cameraman, who documents human rights abuses. There are subtitles for when the Karen language is spoken.
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Prayer of Peace. This is Our Home: Standing for Freedom in Burma
Media and Formats :
Video
Price :
$24.95 USD (For a DVD copy)
Record posted/updated:
November 22, 2021