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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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Tangled Roots 
Primary sources point out cultural connections between the experiences of [...] »
The History of Vaccines 
Do you remember when everyone got chickenpox as a kid? Your students might [...] »
Through Our Parent's Eyes: Tucson's Diverse Community 
Learn about the ethnically diverse history of Tucson, AZ.
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Drafting Music 
Both the North and South instituted drafts during the Civil War. Popular [...] »
Teaching the 20th 
When does the past go from 'recent' to 'history?' Consider these questions [...] »
The Ice Cream Wars 
Was there conflict in the past over one of our favorite summer treats?
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Question textbook narratives
Causes of the American Revolution 
What were the causes of the American Revolution? They were more complicated [...] »
The Atomic Bomb: Hiroshima and Nagasaki 
Controversial issues are often simplified in textbooks. Discover the facts [...] »
Labor and Trade in Colonial America 
Was colonial trade really triangular? What kinds of work did colonists do, [...] »
National Resources
Federal teaching resources
U.S. Census Bureau 
The U.S. Census counts everyone! It creates a current image of the nation [...] »
U.S. Geological Survey 
How has land use altered over time, and what did the explorers encounter? [...] »
U.S. Senate Historical Office 
Political cartoons, photos, oral histories, artifacts, essays, and facts. [...] »
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Diversity in the 1920s 
Segregation and equality in America was a case of double standards.
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