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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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Playing House—Homemaking for Children 
How have childhood and gender roles changed over time? Browse five [...] »
Railroad Maps, 1828-1900 
View maps created for a multitude of purposes related to travel by rail.
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Socks to War 
Even humble, everyday artifacts have a rich place in history.
[...] »Victory Vegetables 
WWII Victory Gardens allowed citizens to raise food...and wage war!
[...] »The Many Roots of African American Cooking 
Africa, Europe, and North America—mix, and serve. Explore the foods that [...] »
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Panic of 1873 
Beginning in Europe, the Panic of 1873 quickly spread to the United States [...] »
Rise of the Automobile 
Americans today take cars for granted. How did they change American life? [...] »
John Brown's Raid 
Did Northerners all respond the same way to Brown's infamous raid? [...] »
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National Institute for Literacy 
Do you have struggling readers in your class? Try incorporating literacy [...] »
National Postal Museum 
When going postal is actually a good thing! Explore the Museum's extensive [...] »
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Laboring to Bring Forth Child Labor Statistics 
How many children were at work on the eve of World War II? What types of [...] »