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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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Supreme Court Historical Society 
The U.S. Supreme Court has shaped American ideals into practice since 1789, [...] »
The Challenge of Democracy: LBJ in the Oval Office: Johnson's Vietnam Anguish 
Listen to four telephone conversations recorded by Lyndon B. Johnson related [...] »
African-American Perspectives: Pamphlets from 1818-1907 
Pamphlets and documents from 1875 to 1900 highlight African American leaders [...] »
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American Myths: Popular Music 
Each song has a story. What inspired it? When was it made? By whom?
[...] »Textbook Twisters: Salem Witch Trials 
Burn the witch! Discover how historical coverage of the Salem Witch Trials [...] »
Saving Daylight 
Politicians get hot under the collar when discussing the hottest of topics— [...] »
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Question textbook narratives
Causing the Civil War 
Did King Cotton cause the Civil War? Or should you look further?
[...] »Panic of 1873 
Beginning in Europe, the Panic of 1873 quickly spread to the United States [...] »
Women's Reform Movement 
The Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments in 1848 reflected the voices of [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
Smithsonian American Art Museum and Renwick Gallery 
American art makes the interpretive nature of historical knowledge clear. [...] »
U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum 
Commemorate the lives of the millions of people murdered during the [...] »
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 
Explore the history of science and technology, maritime history, and the [...] »
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America's Shifting Western Frontier 
Go Where, Young Man?
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