Digital History
Digital History: Coexistence and Conflict in the Spanish Southwest
Read the testimony of a Pueblo Indian, captured by the Spanish after the Revolt of 1680, giving his ideas of why the Indians attacked the Spanish and destroyed the images of Christianity they found.
American Presidency Project
American Presidency Project: Democratic Party Platform of 1896
The text of the Democratic Party Platform for the important presidential campaign of 1896. Interesting to see how contemporary the issues seem.
Curated OER
History Matters: Declaration of the Rights of the Negro Peoples of the World
Find a listing of the principles of the Universal Negro Improvement Association which laid out the rights of the "Negro Peoples of the World."
NOAA
Noaa: Photo Library: National Severe Storms Laboratory
This National Severe Storms Laboratory Photo Album features amazing photographs of tornadoes, instruments, sky scenes, lightning, and hail.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Fable Chart [Pdf]
This is a PDF Fable Chart designed for students to complete as they read a fable; it includes the title and author, the animal character, human characteristics, the individual elements of a short story, and the moral or lesson.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Ap World History: Post Classical World: Asia and the World
AP World History Course learning module on Asia in the Post Classical World. Comprehensive learning materials.
Brigham Young University
Brigham Young U.: Wwi Document Archive: u.s. Protests Against Maritime Warfare
Series of letters from U.S. Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan protesting British interference with neutral U.S. merchant ships, and a lengthy response from the British government.
University of Missouri
Famous Trials: Salem Witch Trials: Letters of Gov. William Phips
This transcript of two letters written by Governor William Phips to the Earl of Nottingham, London, explains the presence of witchcraft in Salem and its environs and the Governor's response to the situation.
United Nations
United Nations: Office of the Iraq Program: Oil for Food Program
This is a very informative United Nations site that explains the "Oil-for-Food" program. Includes a history of the program, fact sheet, and various other pieces of information associated with the program. The Office was closed in May 2004.
US National Archives
Nara: Prologue Magazine: Prelude to Mc Carthyism: The Making of a Blacklist
This lengthy article in the Prologue Magazine, a publication from the National Archives, details the operations of the Attorney General's List of Subversive Organizations, or AGLOSO, which was used in compiling information based on...
Oregon State University
Oregon State University: Military Aspects of Atomic Energy: Military Power
Article describes military power in an atomic age and perception at home and abroad during the 1950s.
University of North Carolina
Univ. Of Nc: Impact of Global Warming on Nc's Wildlife & Habitats [Pdf]
Global warming is "the most dangerous threat to the future of wildlife," according to the National Wildlife Federation website. This visual matching activity was designed to engage students in learning about how a variety of NC species...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Economy of Russia
Provides a very thorough explanation of the Russian economy and its history from the 1990s. Discusses the currency, inflation rate, poverty level, exports, imports, public finances, historical background and economic reform in Russia.
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Wikipedia: Pierre Trudeau
Offers a detailed biography of Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau and what he accomplished throughout his life.
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Wikipedia: Commonwealth of Nations
The history, purpose, and structure of the Commonwealth of Nations are presented. Main areas covered by this site include the origin and membership of the Commonwealth of Nations. External links for further research are also provided.
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Wikipedia: Moctezuma Ii
Under Moctezuma, the Aztec empire was strong and expanded its borders. However, when the Spanish arrived, their superior power and weapons enabled them to conquer the Aztecs. Read about Moctezuma's life, his interactions with the Spanish...
Lone Star Junction
Lone Star Junction: Treaties of Velasco
The "public" treaty of Velasco between the Republic of Texas and Santa Anna is presented in both English and Spanish on this PBS site. An explanation of the "secret" treaty is given also. Links to other websites.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Nineteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution
Learn about the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution. It guarantees that a person cannot be denied the right to vote based on their gender. Includes discussion of Susan B. Anthony's and Elizabeth Cady Stanton's contributions...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Korean War
This encyclopedia article from Wikipedia provides a thorough discussion of the Korean War, the 1950s conflict between communist North Korea and anti-communist South Korea.
World Wide School
World Wide School: Thomas Jefferson
An extensive online biography of Thomas Jefferson written by Edward S. Ellis. Includes a search index, a large set of questions, special study ideas, and several essays on Jeffersonian topics.
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Wikipedia: English Civil War
An in-depth article regarding the English Civil Wars. The article discusses the events leading up to the war, the dispute between Charles II and Parliament, and details on the First, Second and Third Civil Wars.
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Wikipedia: Self Determination
This site defines self-determination and discusses how the concept evolved throughout World War I, World War II, and the Cold War. Looks at issues related to self-determination and cases of countries around the world that sought...
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Wikipedia: Condoleezza Rice
A good biography of the first African-American woman to serve as Secretary of State.
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Wikipedia: Haiti
Extensive article on the Caribbean nation of Haiti. Surveys its history, politics, geography, economy, and culture.