Lesson plans designed for middle school and high school teachers to help students understand wartime experiences as well as the lasting legacies of the First World War.

Developed in partnership with the U.S. World War I Centennial Commission, the Pritzker Military Library & Museum, and the National Cemetery Administration.

Support the teaching and learning of history

Your support of National History Day is an investment in the future

Judges needed

Judges make the NHD contest possible. See how you can provide students a high-quality educational experience 

Sponsored by

Attention teachers: Apply now for one of NHD's 2025/2026 Silent Hero professional development programs! Applications are open through Wednesday, August 13.

Learn more and apply now.

This will close in 0 seconds