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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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Coming of Age in the Twentieth Century, Stories from Minnesota and Beyond 
What can oral histories tell us about girlhood, adolescence, and more in the [...] »
Brief Timeline of American Literature, Music, and Movies 
Explore film, music, and literature in its social context and chronology. [...] »
Wisconsin State Historical Society Online Collections 
Wisconsin educators, search the online collections of the oldest American [...] »
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Voices in the Whirlwind 
To each prophet, a certain way of speaking. Match civil rights leaders with [...] »
Yo, Ho, Ho and a . . . Bushel of Oysters? 
Shellfish pirates stole from the rich to feed themselves—and make a little [...] »
Presidential Moments: Inaugural Addresses 
Can you match these famous first words with their presidential speakers?
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Question textbook narratives
The Early Conservation Movement 
The "go-green" movement is rampant in modern America. However, support for [...] »
Women's Reform Movement 
The Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments in 1848 reflected the voices of [...] »
Causes of the American Revolution 
What were the causes of the American Revolution? They were more complicated [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 
Did you know that there is a specific law enforcement agency for firearm [...] »
U.S. Fire Administration 
Give historical fires perspective through modern statistics.
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Innovation and Technology in the 19th Century 
Of all the discoveries and developments that occurred in the 19th century, [...] »