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Century of Lawmaking: Congressional Documents and Debates, 1774-1873
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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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American Civil War Manuscript Guides 
Through these writings, you can see how soldiers saw themselves as actors in [...] »
Utah Digital Newspapers 
Browse Utah newspapers from 1879 through modern day.
[...] »Lincoln Archives Digital Project 
Surf an animated timeline of Abraham Lincoln's life and times.
[...] »History Quiz
Test your history knowledge
Teaching the 20th 
When does the past go from 'recent' to 'history?' Consider these questions [...] »
Political Animals 
A menagerie of terms for politicians, parties, factions, and movements.
[...] »Turkey Tracking 
Thanksgiving—how much do you know about the history of this popular holiday [...] »
Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
John Brown's Raid 
Did Northerners all respond the same way to Brown's infamous raid? [...] »
Causes of the American Revolution 
What were the causes of the American Revolution? They were more complicated [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
U.S. House of Representatives, Office of the Clerk 
A comprehensive current and historical look at this legislative body and its [...] »
National Atlas 
Explore maps that enable you to better understand the country that you live [...] »
Mine Safety and Health Administration 
Ever considered using mining to teach labor history?...
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Religious Orders of Women in New France 
Lives dedicated to teaching and nursing.
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