Other
Landmark Cases: United States v. Nixon (1974)
This is a great resource for teaching about this key Supreme Court case that dealt with the issue of executive privilege, and became known as the Watergate Scandal. Included is the complete text of the opinion.
CNN
Cnn: Watergate: Time Coverage 1974
A review of TIME Magazine's coverage of the events in the Watergate scandal leading up to Nixon's resignation during 1974.
Digital History
Digital History: Watergate
This site is a comprehensive overview of the Watergate break-in and investigation that would eventually result in Nixon's resignation.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: The Tech: Richard M. Nixon, a Man of Our Times
This article, first featured in MIT's student newspaper, is a commentary on the life of Richard M. Nixon.
BBC
Bbc: The Clinton Years: 1993 2001
The BBC surveys the Clinton presidency, milestones, setbacks, and its possible legacy.
Digital History
Digital History: The Clinton Presidency
Short, but comprehensive, synopsis of Clinton's two terms as president. Included in the article is the 1992 campaign, successful and controversial legislation, and the scandals that would eventually become part of his presidential legacy.
University of Missouri
Famous Trials: The Tenure of Office Act 1867
A description of the Tenure of Office Act and why it caused problems for Andrew Johnson, leading to his impeachment. From part of a larger site filled with primary source information about Johnson's trial.
The History Place
The History Place: Impeachment of Andrew Johnson
A clear explanation of the events that led to the trial and impeachment of Andrew Johnson. Included are the articles of impeachment.
The History Place
The History Place: Presidential Impeachment Proceedings
Provides the background and events leading to the Articles of Impeachment being drawn up against Richard Nixon by the House Judiciary Committee.
The History Place
The History Place: Presidential Impeachment Proceedings
Explains the procedure that is followed for a presidential impeachment.
US National Archives
National Archives: Constitutional Issues: Watergate and the Constitution
This lesson plan deals with the constitutional issue of indictment and impeachment of a U.S. President. Includes original documents and related teaching activities.
New York Times
New York Times: On This Day: Andrew Johnson Dead
A copy of Johnson's obituary, with an interesting account of the ex-president's private and public life, from page 1 of the New York Times (August 1, 1875).
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Richard Milhous Nixon
Richard Nixon (1913-1994 CE) served as the 37th President of the United States. AmericanPresident.org tracks the course of his turbulent political career.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: A President Impeached
The Radical Republicans in Congress did not approve of President Andrew Johnson's attempts to thwart their plans for Reconstruction. See what charges they used to impeach Johnson and find out why he was not removed from office.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Classroom: Impeachment
Check out this interactive timeline on the impeachment process in the United States.
State Library of North Carolina
N Cpedia: Andrew Johnson
This site contains a biography of Andrew Johnson's life, as well as facts about his presidency. Short video included.
Other
Watergate.info: Analysis of the Impeachment Votes
A chart of each of the House Judiciary Committee member's party affiliation and vote on each article of impeachment in the Watergate case.
A&E Television
History.com: American Presidents: Richard Nixon
This easy-to-navigate site has Richard Nixon's biography, events occurring during his presidency, an image gallery, several video clips.
Thomson Reuters
Find Law: Article Ii: Impeachment
This resource provides detailed information about Article II of the Constitution, which focuses on impeachment.
Thomson Reuters
Find Law: Constitution
This site provides extensive information regarding several American constitutional issues such as: impeachment, war powers, interstate commerce, and the amendment process. Hyperlinks can be found throughout each constitutional issue to...
American Rhetoric
American Rhetoric: Barbara Jordan: Statement on the Articles of Impeachment
This is text and audio of Barbara Jordan's statement on the Articles of Impeachment delivered on July 25, 1974, at the House Judiciary Committee meeting discussing the Impeachment of President Nixon for his involvement in Watergate.
The Dirksen Congressional Center
Congress for Kids: Impeachment
Read a brief synopsis of the process of impeachment and then complete the short quiz to check for understanding.
Other
Impeachment of Andrew Johnson: Andrew Johnson
Brief biography of Andrew Johnson followed by details of how Radical Republicans tried to take over the reconstruction by forcing Johnson out of office.