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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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Common-Place: The Interactive Journal of Early American Life 
Immerse yourself in early U.S. history with this scholarly journal.
[...] »George Washington: A National Treasure 
What can you learn from the Lansdowne portrait of George Washington?
[...] »Taking the Long View: Panoramic Photographs, 1851-1991 
Displays nearly 4,000 panoramic photographs of cityscapes, landscapes, and [...] »
History Quiz
Test your history knowledge
Naming Colonial History 
Everyone knows what "American Revolution" means. But can you identify these [...] »
Classroom Glory 
Does the movie "Glory" depict historical accuracy or wholesale fiction?
[...] »Which Witch? 
Words constantly evolve and change over time. What did "witch" mean to these [...] »
Beyond the Textbook
Question textbook narratives
Women's Reform Movement 
The Seneca Falls Declaration of Sentiments in 1848 reflected the voices of [...] »
Coal and the Industrial Revolution 
How can the story of coal help students understand the nature of today's [...] »
Jim Crow Segregation: The Difficult and Anti-Democratic Work of White Supremacy 
The fight against segregation and its discriminatory practices does not [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 
Explore the history of science and technology, maritime history, and the [...] »
Federal Trade Commission 
Keeping businesses on the straight and narrow. Discover more about the [...] »
Federal Emergency Management Agency 
When the weather's not on our side, FEMA's there to lend a hand.
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Architectural Homage 
American Reproductions and Appropriations of Old World Monumental [...] »