Curated OER
"I Cannot Tell a Lie"
Students examine and debunk historical myths, using the American Revolution as a starting point. They create and play a game of "American History: Fact or Fiction?"
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Are Ghost Ships Real?
Peter B. Campbell investigates the fascinating phenomenon of ghost ships. [5:01]
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The Scientific Origins of the Minotaur
The myth of the Minotaur tells the story of an enraged beast forever wandering the corridors of a damp labyrinth, filled with a rage so intense that its deafening roar shakes the earth. But is this story just fiction, or an attempt of...
Other
George Mason University: History Myths to Beware Of!
A project devoted to debunking the historical myths we have grown to believe are actual history. These stories are good examples of myths that have survived the ages.
Other
Plimouth Plantation
Plimoth Plantation brings us "Living, breathing history," and lots of fun delving into various aspects like the Wampanoag, the English Colonists, the colony itself, and, of course, Thanksgiving - myth and reality. This is a site with...
Made From Media
Made From History: 10 Historical Facts That Are Actually Barefaced Lies
Read about ten stories which claim to be historical, but are actually not true.
Made From Media
Made From History:10 Historical Myths Everyone Believes Because of Hollywood
An article which highlights either myths that have emerged from factually incorrect movies or historical films that have had their facts tweaked in the name of art.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Did the Amazons Really Exist?
It was long assumed that Amazons, the fierce and fearsome women warriors of Greece, were imaginary. But curiously enough, stories from ancient Egypt, Persia, the Middle East, Central Asia, India and China also featured Amazon-like...
Other
Shadows of the Past: Chronology of Jesse James
A synopsis of the life of Jesse James in timeline form. Has links to his family tree, members of the James Gang, and photos.
Other
Mount Vernon Ladies' Association: Where the Cherry Tree Grew
"I cannot tell a lie. "-Washington. Children have grown up listening to the story of George Washington cutting down the cherry tree to teach students lessons on honesty. Was this a true or false story? Read the following interview with...