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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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Nixon and Sports 
Explore the relationship between Nixon's love of sports and his actions as [...] »
Encyclopedia Virginia 
Looking for an extensive collection of sources on Virginia history? Here's a [...] »
China and the United States: From Hostility to Engagement, 1960-1998 
Trace U.S.-China relations from the 60s through present day.
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Test your history knowledge
Thanksgiving: Presidential Turkeys 
How many turkeys have presidents pardoned?
[...] »Veterans Day: Medals and Merit 
You know the Purple Heart, but can you identify these honors?
[...] »Manias of the Gilded Age 
Fads, crotchets, crazes, rages, and cultural fevers. Test your knowledge of [...] »
Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
Causing the Civil War 
Did King Cotton cause the Civil War? Or should you look further?
[...] »Women's Reform Movement 
The Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments in 1848 reflected the voices of [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
National Postal Museum 
When going postal is actually a good thing! Explore the Museum's extensive [...] »
U.S. Senate Historical Office 
Political cartoons, photos, oral histories, artifacts, essays, and facts. [...] »
Selective Service System 
Did you know that the draft was used in times of peace, as well as war?
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"Mapping" Primary and Secondary Sources 
Is this map a primary source? Or is it secondary? How can you tell?!
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