The Cold War in Asia-Cambodia

Welcome: The Cold War in Asia-Cambodia
Description: By the end of this lesson students will be able to: understand the connection between Cambodia, the Cold War and Vietnam, explain the factors that led to the Khmer Rouge’s rise to power, create a profile of Pol Pot as a leader, understand the impact of Khmer Rouge on life in Cambodia
Grade Level: 9-12
Curriculum: Social Studies
Keywords: Khmer Rouge, Pol Pot, Cambodia, Vietnam, Cold War, USSR, United States
Author(s): Cassandra Jean-pierre