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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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Democracy in America: Alexis de Tocqueville 
Visit this website to learn more about the United States during the time of [...] »
Nixon and Sports 
Explore the relationship between Nixon's love of sports and his actions as [...] »
From Haven to Home: 350 Years of Jewish Life in America 
Peruse this online exhibit on the history of Jewish life in the United [...] »
History Quiz
Test your history knowledge
Presidential Valentines 
The politics of love—answer these questions about valentines to and from U.S [...] »
A-mouldering in the Grave 
"John Brown's Body" keeps reappearing. What do you know about the song?
[...] »Stumbling Down the Road to Health 
It seemed like a good idea at the time . . . which “healthful” ingredients [...] »
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Question textbook narratives
Panic of 1873 
Beginning in Europe, the Panic of 1873 quickly spread to the United States [...] »
Girls’ Labor and Leisure in the Progressive Era 
The historical impact young girls had on the Progressive Era is often [...] »
John Brown's Raid 
Did Northerners all respond the same way to Brown's infamous raid? [...] »
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Federal Reserve Board 
The economy's on everyone's mind. Take advantage of that fact to teach a bit [...] »
Center for Disease Control and Prevention 
For when those historical figures suffered conditions you don't recognize. [...] »
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 
Did you know that there is a specific law enforcement agency for firearm [...] »
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Refugees from the American Revolutionary War 
Neighbor against neighbor, brother against brother, father against son.
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