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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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Panoramic Maps, 1847-1929 
Did you know that between 1840 and 1929 many maps were not drawn to scale? [...] »
Salem Witch Trials: Documentary Archive and Transcription Project 
Examine the verbatim transcripts of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials.
[...] »History of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge 
Follow the history of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, from its completion in 1938 [...] »
History Quiz
Test your history knowledge
Riding the Rails 
How many cows could a cowcatcher catch, if a cowcatcher could catch cows? [...] »
Presidential Moments: Hail to the Chief Nicknames 
Fond or far-fetched, everyone has one—but as president, nicknames garner the [...] »
Textbook Twisters: Salem Witch Trials 
Burn the witch! Discover how historical coverage of the Salem Witch Trials [...] »
Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
The Early Conservation Movement 
The "go-green" movement is rampant in modern America. However, support for [...] »
The Atomic Bomb: Hiroshima and Nagasaki 
Controversial issues are often simplified in textbooks. Discover the facts [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
National Museum of African Art 
Approach African American history and culture through African art.
[...] »National Postal Museum 
When going postal is actually a good thing! Explore the Museum's extensive [...] »
U.S. Postal Service 
Come rain or shine, the mail must go through, bringing information and [...] »
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Forebears’ Furniture 
How would a 1790 Pennsylvania farmhouse have been furnished?
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