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Spotlight on Elementary Education
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 Supreme Court 
The Supreme Court is the final law of the land. Uncover its intricacies with [...] »
Milwaukee Art Museum Collections 
Teaching Milwaukee state history, or looking to make a connection between [...] »
Legal Information Institute: Supreme Court Collection 
Decisions made by the U.S. Supreme Court change history—explore historical [...] »
History Quiz
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Pre-Modern Pop Music 
Before "pop" music reigned supreme, jazz and ragtime amassed great public [...] »
Mapping the Past 
A map can tell you more than east, west, north, and south.
[...] »Socks to War 
Even humble, everyday artifacts have a rich place in history.
[...] »Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
Denmark Vesey 
Tried and executed in 1822, along with many other slaves, for a plotted [...] »
Causing the Civil War 
Did King Cotton cause the Civil War? Or should you look further?
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Smithsonian 
What can 19 museums, nine research centers, and the National Zoo offer your [...] »
Preserve America 
Preserve America is a White House initiative uniting the work of 11 federal [...] »
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Why Did President Polk Want War with Mexico? 
During the 1840s, Manifest Destiny remained an effusive spirit rather than [...] »