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History has been shaped and influenced by the out come of ancient trials—such as the Trial of Socrates in 399B.C.—to Rosenberg Trial in the 1950s. This site offers a comprehensive look at 50 prominent court trials throughout history and its resources can be used to give young learners an introduction to the history of the modern judicial system.
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Civics Online ![Photo, Roy Takano [i.e., Takeno] at town hall meeting, LOC](/sites/default/files/styles/splash_thumb_images/public/civics_0.jpg?itok=L_zl9Qgh "Photo, Roy Takano [i.e., Takeno] at town hall meeting, Manzanar Relocation Center, California. LOC")
Gain inspiration for new ways to approach political history.
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Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia 
Although painful to view, racist memorabilia reminds us of past mindsets [...] »
History Quiz
Test your history knowledge
Yo, Ho, Ho and a . . . Bushel of Oysters? 
Shellfish pirates stole from the rich to feed themselves—and make a little [...] »
Political Animals 
A menagerie of terms for politicians, parties, factions, and movements.
[...] »Stumbling Down the Road to Health 
It seemed like a good idea at the time . . . which “healthful” ingredients [...] »
Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
Coal and the Industrial Revolution 
How can the story of coal help students understand the nature of today's [...] »
Rise of the Automobile 
Americans today take cars for granted. How did they change American life? [...] »
Labor and Trade in Colonial America 
Was colonial trade really triangular? What kinds of work did colonists do, [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
U.S. Fire Administration 
Give historical fires perspective through modern statistics.
[...] »U.S. Coast Guard 
Who protects U.S. interests in international and domestic waters?
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The U.S. and Egypt in the 1950s 
Creating political blowback in the Middle East
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