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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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Great Lakes Maritime History Project 
Delve into Wisconsin's maritime history. Discover the multiple ways in which [...] »
New York Philharmonic Digital Archives 
Sift through the music and entertainment of the past.
[...] »Dynamics of Idealism: Volunteers for Civil Rights, 1965-1982 
Learn about the volunteers who participated in a 1965 Southern Christian [...] »
History Quiz
Test your history knowledge
Presidential Moments: Inaugural Addresses 
Can you match these famous first words with their presidential speakers?
[...] »American Myths: Christopher Columbus 
In 1492, what did Columbus really do?
[...] »Close Up on Hispanic American Heritage 
Take a look at these fragments from U.S. history. What are they? Where do [...] »
Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
John Brown's Raid 
Did Northerners all respond the same way to Brown's infamous raid? [...] »
The Atomic Bomb: Hiroshima and Nagasaki 
Controversial issues are often simplified in textbooks. Discover the facts [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation 
Service-learning and history don't have to be exclusive. Consider the [...] »
U.S. Marine Corps 
Why are the Marines known as "America's 911 Force"? Explore this division of [...] »
U.S. Postal Service 
Come rain or shine, the mail must go through, bringing information and [...] »
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Home Sales During the Great Depression 
Building an edifice of statistics—where can you learn about the real estate [...] »