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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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Shaping the Constitution 
What role did Virginia play in defining the U.S. and upholding rights we now [...] »
Alexander Graham Bell Family Papers 
Alexander Graham Bell's work and interests extended far beyond the invention [...] »
Impeachment Trial of Andrew Johnson 
Learn about Andrew Johnson's impeachment through contemporary accounts and [...] »
History Quiz
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Stamping Out Free Speech? 
The Stamp Act of 1765 had colonists crying foul. Answer these questions [...] »
Women at War 
Women have fought in every U.S. war, but only recently have they gained [...] »
Which Witch? 
Words constantly evolve and change over time. What did "witch" mean to these [...] »
Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
Causes of the American Revolution 
What were the causes of the American Revolution? They were more complicated [...] »
John Brown's Raid 
Did Northerners all respond the same way to Brown's infamous raid? [...] »
Causing the Civil War 
Did King Cotton cause the Civil War? Or should you look further?
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Federal teaching resources
U.S. Marine Corps 
Why are the Marines known as "America's 911 Force"? Explore this division of [...] »
Library of Congress 
The Library of Congress is the largest library in the world, the nation's [...] »
National Museum of African American History and Culture 
What does it mean to be an American? Answer this question through the lens [...] »
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Civil War Peace Offers 
Olive branches from the North? Did the United States ever negotiate possible [...] »