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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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The American Experience 
Discover briefs on more than 60 iconic points in U.S. history.
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Explore French Louisiana, Canada, and the Great Lakes region.
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Looking for ways to grow awareness of injustice of Japanese internment? This [...] »
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The "Daisy" Ad 
Johnson, Goldwater, and the politics of fear.
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Do you know how to dance the Sleigh Bell Polka? Learn the proper way to [...] »
The Ice Cream Wars 
Was there conflict in the past over one of our favorite summer treats?
[...] »Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
Women's Reform Movement 
The Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments in 1848 reflected the voices of [...] »
Coal and the Industrial Revolution 
How can the story of coal help students understand the nature of today's [...] »
Labor and Trade in Colonial America 
Was colonial trade really triangular? What kinds of work did colonists do, [...] »
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Federal Resources for Educational Excellence 
More than 1,600 learning resources from the federal government sorted by [...] »
National Atlas 
Explore maps that enable you to better understand the country that you live [...] »
Anacostia Community Museum 
What is community? What does it do for us, and how does it shape who we are [...] »
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Honest Abe 
The secret life of Lincoln? Gettysburg-era pride?
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