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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 History of Social Security 
We all know what the Social Security Administration does, but do you know [...] »
Library of American Broadcasting Sound Bites 
From dog food to automobiles—advertisers on the airwaves.
[...] »Internet Moving Images Archive 
Reproduces a privately held collection of American ephemeral films produced [...] »
History Quiz
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First Impressions: The U.S. and Japan 
In 1854, Japan signed a treaty with the U.S. How did the U.S. and Japan see [...] »
The Garden of Infants 
Kindergarten came to America in the 19th century on a wave of German [...] »
Past Rebel Lines 
Benedict Arnold wasn't the only spy in the American Revolution. Take this [...] »
Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
The Modern Civil Rights Movement: A River of Purposeful Anger 
Textbooks are silent about defining race and racism, even though the modern [...] »
Causing the Civil War 
Did King Cotton cause the Civil War? Or should you look further?
[...] »Rise of the Automobile 
Americans today take cars for granted. How did they change American life? [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
National Postal Museum 
When going postal is actually a good thing! Explore the Museum's extensive [...] »
Federal Highway Administration 
Do you fit today's transportation norms? Do you reside in a suburb or a city [...] »
U.S. Department of Education 
Use the resources offered by the Department of Education to help you become [...] »
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The Gaming Evolution 
From text-based to modern multiplayer interaction—even video games have [...] »