Websites

Islam

Islam Page - The most massive portal on Islamic data presently accessible. You can peruse and explore the total Qur'an in more than fifteen languages, provides an index to Muslim information, examines the history of Muslims, learn about fundamental beliefs in Islam and more.

IslamiCity.com - Islam and the global Muslim eCommunity is a prodigious news and commentary site on Islam and Muslim connected updates and issues in text, audio and video. Also an excellent source for Non-Muslims who are in pursuit of information about Islam.

Al-Islam.org - Ahlul Bayt Digital Islamic Library Project introduces collective wealth associated with the history, law, practice and society of the Islamic religion and the Muslim peoples with specific insight on the Twelver Shia Islamic school of thought.

Islam 101 -Islam 101 is a preliminary, instructional site on Islam, its society and accomplishments. This site contains a beginning course on Islam and contributes Islamic perspectives on new issues.

Muslim Life In America - This site is about The International Information Programs (IIP) from the U.S. Dept. of State regarding news, policy reports and resources on Muslim life in America and is the paramount principal communications service for the foreign affairs community and has a variety of information.

Islam.com - Offers a directory of articles about the spiritual, commercial, informational, communication, cultural, educational, economic, political and social needs of the Islamic community in the 21 st century.

A Brief Illustrated Guide To Understanding Islam - This guide
is intended for non-Muslims who would like to compehend Islam, Muslims (Moslems), and the Holy Quran (Koran). It is prosperous in information, references, bibliography, and illustrations and has been critiqued by numerous professors and knowledgeable people.

HCCC OPAC - A listing of Islam materials in the HCCC Library.

Italy

The World Factbook- This CIA publication includes up-to-date information on the geography, government, economy, transportation, communication, and international issues of Italy . Also offers a map, flag of Italy , background information on Italy and more.

The History of Italy - A chronological history of Italy beginning before the Bronze Age and ending with the postwar period. Discover the origin of the name " Italy ,"information about Italy brought to you in five languages, history of the Italian Anthem, and many more facts and figures on Italy.

Travel in Italy - A travel site that includes plenty of things to see and do in Italy and many useful maps as well. Hotels and hostels, bed and breakfast, resort, apartments and lodging with online reservations.

Knowital.com- History and background information on Italy and the Italian regions. Learn about the prosperity attained from agriculture, the accomplishment of small to medium sized businesses, the abundance of tourism, and the rewards of such a rich and passionate artistic and cultural history for all to rejoice in.

Italy Magazine- Italy Magazine Online: The No. 1 magazine for lovers of all things Italian is the home of the no. 1 magazine in Italy . This magazine offers news and views on Italy , Italian property, food, holidays in Italy , people in Italy , culture in Italy , fashion and style in Italy .

Made In Italy On Line- Made In Italy On Line delivers viewers the most desirable Italian fashion, food, wine, shopping and travel with a content-rich site, quick and simple to maneuver. Online since February 1995, it was developed by an American journalist who has lived in Italy for more than 30 years.

Tricolore.Net-Tricolor, the home of Italian history beginning with the Iron Age until present day on the net. Also includes Italian culture, travel and accomodations, photos of cities in Italy , Italian genealogy database and much more.

HCCC OPAC - A listing of materials on Italy in the HCCC Library.

Japan

Japan-Guide.com- Current knowledge of Japanese history, travel and living in Japan , first-hand from Japan . Highlights an overview and depiction of the various periods of Japanese chronicles.

U.S. Library of Congress - A complete introduction to the country of Japan , with segments on history, society and geography. Outlines data on Japan 's society, economy, transportation, telecommunications, government, politics and national security.

The Web Kanzaki- Tracking Japanese literature from the Nara Period to Present. Also included is a chronology of Japan 's fine arts and traditional performing arts in Japan .

AsianInfo.org- Information on the birth of the Japanese language. A presentation on Asian culture, traditions and general information to the world through their website.

Japan-101-Information resource on Japan including a travel guide, what you need to know about the Japan Rail Pass, the Tokyo Anime Fair 2005, homeland security in Japan, Security & Safety Trade Expo 2005 and so much more.

Japan Links: Literature- Horace Mann's webpage for Medieval Japanese Culture: Literature, contains ancient mythology, poetry, novels, and even dramas performed in theaters and puppet theaters. Countless poems, dramas, and novels composed centuries ago are still favorites in this day and age.

Japan Today- Japan 's latest and greatest prime international news network coverage on national news, politics, crime, business, technology, sports and more. This web site is Japan 's number one job source, classifieds system, metropolis listing, a guide to Tokyo , and a business directory.

HCCC OPAC - A listing of materials on Japan in the HCCC Library.

Korean War

Military.com - Particulars on the stages of the Korean War from the North Korean Invasion on June 25, 1950, to the signing of the Armistice on July 27, 1953.

Korean War Project - History and reference, maps, memorials, recollections, POW/MIA information, and more. This site furnishes assistance to veterans, families, researchers and students of military history.

Naval Historical Center: Korean War - A voluminous treasury of warranted Navy and Marine Corps photographs portraying the period from June 1950 to July 1953 with an initial overview and specialized image choices.

The Korean War - Contains extended data about specific nations that fought as well as Korean War timelines, U.S. Forces information, Special Operations information and insignia, Air War chronology, recommended reading books about the Korean War and Special Operations activities, compiled by Ed Evanhoe.

Korean War Educator - The Korean War Educator is located in the home of Mrs. Dale H. (Lynnita) Brown of Tuscola, Illinois and attributes details about the war, veterans' memoirs and reunion data. This site helps families find loved ones, pursues Korean War MIA/POW family DNA and also offers KIA/MIA/WIA/POW searches.

Korean War Veterans' Memorial - National Park Service, U.S. Dept. of the Interior brings to you the Korean War Veterans' Memorial that honors the men and women who served in Korea and for those who gave their lives for the cause of freedom.

Korean War Photo - Documentary - Entails photo galleries and notes describing the trajectory of the war and overviews of the paramount infantry weapons employed by American, North Korean and Chinese forces.

HCCC OPAC - A listing of Korean War materials in the HCCC Library.