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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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Open Yale Courses 
Looking for a little professional development? Miss your college classes? [...] »
Beyond Face Value: Depictions of Slavery in Confederate Currency 
Learn about southern culture through the images on Confederate currency.
[...] »Say it Plain: A Century of Great African American Speeches 
Hear 12 renowned speeches by African Americans, including Marcus Garvey's [...] »
History Quiz
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Column A and Column B 
In the 19th century, no one expected Chinese food to take off in the United [...] »
Selling the Dream 
"Don’t Sell the Steak—Sell the Sizzle!"
[...] »Charters for Colonies 
To legally exist, English colonies needed charters from the monarchy. Answer [...] »
Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
Labor and Trade in Colonial America 
Was colonial trade really triangular? What kinds of work did colonists do, [...] »
Women's Reform Movement 
The Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments in 1848 reflected the voices of [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services 
Are you a special education educator? Teach in an inclusive classroom?
[...] »Peace Corps 
Explore world and U.S. history simultaneously through universal development [...] »
National Archives and Records Administration 
With more than 10 billion items addressing U.S. history, you're bound to [...] »
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Why Did President Polk Want War with Mexico? 
During the 1840s, Manifest Destiny remained an effusive spirit rather than [...] »