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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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Black Wings: African American Pioneer Aviators 
What was life like for the African American pilots of World War II?
[...] »National Center for History in the Schools 
What serves as a starting point for state standards? Browse the 1996 edition [...] »
History Quiz
Test your history knowledge
The Ice Cream Wars 
Was there conflict in the past over one of our favorite summer treats?
[...] »Women's History Month: Picturing Pocahontas 
What do you picture when you hear her name?
[...] »By the Numbers: Election Maps 
What can historical election maps tell us? Take a look at the electoral vote [...] »
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 [...] »
The Modern Civil Rights Movement: A River of Purposeful Anger 
Textbooks are silent about defining race and racism, even though the modern [...] »
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Selective Service System 
Did you know that the draft was used in times of peace, as well as war?
[...] »Los Alamos National Laboratory 
Follow the development of Weapons of Mass Destruction through the protection [...] »
National Institute for Literacy 
Do you have struggling readers in your class? Try incorporating literacy [...] »
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A Clear Shot across the Continent 
President Polk, the fortunes of war, territory, and the ever-present [...] »