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Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Westward Expansion and Reform

For Students 3rd - 8th
Part of a longer time line describing the history of the American West, this section covers the period 1829 to 1859 with hyperlinks to stories and people of this time period.
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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian American Art Museum: Joseph Jefferson

For Students 9th - 10th
As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, Joseph Jefferson is described here along with information on his contributions to art through landscape painting. Two examples of his art are also provided.
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Joseph Jefferson

For Students 9th - 10th
(1829-1905) Actor who became America's preeminent comedian