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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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The Official George and Ira Gershwin Website 
Discover the works of songwriting brothers Ira and George Gershwin.
[...] »Daguerreotype Portraits and Views, 1839-1864 
Examples of early photographs preserve the likenesses of cities, famous [...] »
Paul Laurence Dunbar Digital Collection 
Read the books and poems of Paul Laurence Dunbar, internationally famous [...] »
History Quiz
Test your history knowledge
Reading Photographs: Snow Day 
When was this winter photo taken? See what clues you can spot!
[...] »By the Numbers: Election Maps 
What can historical election maps tell us? Take a look at the electoral vote [...] »
Early Telephone Etiquette 
Should you leave your hat on when you talk on the telephone?
[...] »Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
Women's Reform Movement 
The Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments in 1848 reflected the voices of [...] »
Causes of the American Revolution 
What were the causes of the American Revolution? They were more complicated [...] »
The Early Conservation Movement 
The "go-green" movement is rampant in modern America. However, support for [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
Tennessee Valley Authority 
Read the act that gave way to the Tennessee Valley Authority, a major New [...] »
National Center for Education Statistics 
Ever wondered about the numbers behind the latest teaching trends?
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Tips to Trappers 
What do Sears Roebuck, farming, advertising, furs, and rural America have in [...] »