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A Maritime Perspective on American Expansion, 1820-1890
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Adams Family Papers
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Foreign Relations of the United States (FRUS), 1945-1972
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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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Mark Twain: A Film Directed by Ken Burns 
Enjoy an interactive experience depicting the life of Mark Twain.
[...] »Online Nevada Encyclopedia 
This website showcases images of the Silver State and supplements historical [...] »
Earliest Voices: A Gallery from the Vincent Voice Library 
Hear the conviction and charisma of seven renowned turn-of-the-century [...] »
History Quiz
Test your history knowledge
A Culture Productive of Infinite Wretchedness 
How did the American colonies get addicted to growing tobacco?
[...] »United We Stand: Industry and Famous Strikes 
Stand up (or sit down) for better working conditions! Test your knowledge of [...] »
The Art of Migration 
What can artistic renderings tell us about the Great Migration?
[...] »Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
Panic of 1873 
Beginning in Europe, the Panic of 1873 quickly spread to the United States [...] »
Causes of the American Revolution 
What were the causes of the American Revolution? They were more complicated [...] »
Causing the Civil War 
Did King Cotton cause the Civil War? Or should you look further?
[...] »National Resources
Federal teaching resources
U.S. Marine Corps 
Why are the Marines known as "America's 911 Force"? Explore this division of [...] »
Smithsonian Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum 
Design embodies both artistic ingenuity and responses to everyday problems [...] »
Students Abroad 
If you're lucky enough to be able to arrange an international trip, know [...] »
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Dissent in the Ranks 
George Washington's military career and reputation were not pure successes [...] »