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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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Red Cross: Exploring Humanitarian Law 
Humanitarian law and history are hardly mutually exclusive.
[...] »The American Experience 
Discover briefs on more than 60 iconic points in U.S. history.
[...] »George Mason University Electronic Documentary History 
How does a university grow into its own?
[...] »History Quiz
Test your history knowledge
Reading Photographs: A Dusty Street 
When and where was this photo taken? See what clues you can spot!
[...] »Potent Quotables: Every Vote Counts 
After more than two centuries of citizenship, much has been said about [...] »
Early Telephone Etiquette 
Should you leave your hat on when you talk on the telephone?
[...] »Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
Causing the Civil War 
Did King Cotton cause the Civil War? Or should you look further?
[...] »The Atomic Bomb: Hiroshima and Nagasaki 
Controversial issues are often simplified in textbooks. Discover the facts [...] »
The Early Conservation Movement 
The "go-green" movement is rampant in modern America. However, support for [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
Voice of America 
Find out how to pronounce tricky names, and listen to official international [...] »
National Postal Museum 
When going postal is actually a good thing! Explore the Museum's extensive [...] »
National Portrait Gallery 
Allow students to "meet" their favorite historical figures.
[...] »Ask a Historian
Success and Failure in the New World 
Why did some colonies in the New World succeed while others faded away?
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