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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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Origins of American Animation
Video still, Krazy Kat and Ignatz Mouse at the circus, 916, Leon Searl, LoC.

A collection of early animated films useful for the study of early American [...] »

A Brush With History: Paintings from the National Portrait Gallery

Compare changing artistic styles, or source images of famous individuals. [...] »

Common-Place: The Interactive Journal of Early American Life
Detail, homepage

Immerse yourself in early U.S. history with this scholarly journal.

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History Quiz

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Political Animals

A menagerie of terms for politicians, parties, factions, and movements.

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Plays You Won't See in the Superbowl

Football has always been a great American sport, but how much do you know [...] »

A Hoax Provokes Folks: Why Lie?

Peruse the news, but beware hot air? Examine famous U.S. hoaxes.

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Beyond the Textbook

Question textbook narratives
Slavery
Photo, "An ex-slave," 1897, New York Public Library Digital Gallery

What was it like to be a slave in 19th-century America? Accounts contrast. [...] »

John Brown's Raid
Painting, John Brown, 1867, Thomas S. Noble, NYPL Digital Gallery

Did Northerners all respond the same way to Brown's infamous raid? [...] »

Women's Reform Movement
Print, A downright gabbler, or a goose that deserves to be hissed, 1829

The Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments in 1848 reflected the voices of [...] »

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U.S. Air Force

From pilots to shuttle central command, how does the Air Force fulfill its [...] »

Selective Service System
Lithograph, Don't wait for the draft--Volunteer, 1917, Library of Congress

Did you know that the draft was used in times of peace, as well as war?

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U.S. Mint

A magician may be able to pull coins out of thin air, but most of us can't [...] »

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Cause and Effect: The Outbreak of World War II
photography, World War II Memorial Washington, D.C.,  2006 September 21, Carol M

What factors contributed to the initiation of World War II? Find out here! [...] »