6. Aerial Reconnaissance & Stereo Images
3-D imagery and the Cold War
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During the 20th century, intelligence-gathering was one of the most important aspects of fighting a war. Analysis of aerial photographs played a crucial role in the Cold War.
The introductory video “Reconnaissance: The Cold War” looks at how the UK used aerial photography and other forms of surveillance to help prevent the Cold War developing into full-scale armed conflict.
In the history activity, students explore the development of the intelligence-gathering techniques used both during the Second World War and the Cold War.
In the STEM activity, students investigate camera design and how stereo photographs allow 3D viewing.
Attached files:
- History 6: Aerial Reconnaissance and Photographic Intelligence - historical information, guidance notes and workshop ideas
2.97 MB PDF document - STEM 6 Teacher Notes: Stereo Images
556.2 KB PDF document - STEM 6 Student Instructions: Cameras & 3D Images
336.9 KB PDF document - STEM 6: Stereo Diagrams
539.4 KB PDF document