Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: John Jay
A brief biography of John Jay's life and political career. Discusses his role in the First Continental Congress and authoring of three articles that are now collectively known as "The Federalist."
Columbia University
Columbia University: Columbia University & Slavery Student Research
This website was created by faculty, students, and staff to publicly present information about Columbia's historical connections to the institution of slavery. This page contains a listing of student research, interviews, and exhibits.
Columbia University
Columbia University:columbia University & Slavery 6.columbians & the Manumission
This website was created by faculty, students, and staff to publicly present information about Columbia's historical connections to the institution of slavery. This article explains the role Columbian's played in the Manumission Society...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1754 1800: The Federalist Papers
In the Federalist Papers, Alexander Hamilton, James Madison and John Jay made the case for ratifying the new US Constitution.
Schools of California Online Resources for Education
Score: Debate on Ratification
Students become one of the famous men who argued for or against ratification of the Constitution. They research and present their argumets to the class, who will then vote whether or not to ratify the new Constitution.
Other
Archiving Early America: Jay's Treaty
Of John Jay's many accomplishments, Jay's Treaty was his most significant contribution to the developing nation. Read background history of the events before and after the treaty's signing. Links to the complete text of Jay's Treaty.
Other
Early America: Paris Peace Treaty of 1783
This article from Early America provides a brief introduction to the events and people surrounding The Paris Peace Treaty of 1783 including photos of the original document with a link to the text.
Thomson Reuters
Find Law: Federalist Papers
Full text of the Federalist Papers which express the general views of the individuals who formed the Federalist Party. Each paper is identified by date, subject, author and place of publication and is available for reading by clicking on...
Ducksters
Ducksters: American Revolution for Kids: The Treaty of Paris
Kids learn about The Treaty of Paris; the final end to the American Revolutionary War.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Jay's Treaty
Provides a summary and interesting facts about Jay's Treaty that settled border disputes and enabled trade during the French Revolution.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Government and Constitution: Federalist Papers
The Federalist Papers were a series of 85 essays that promoted the ratification of the United States Constitution and the nature of a Republican government.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Land of the Brave: John Jay
Overview and biographical facts on the life of John Jay, first Chief Justice of the United States and one of its Founding Fathers.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Land of the Brave: Founding Fathers
Article focuses on the seven Founding Fathers and their involvement in creating the United States of America.
Columbia University
Columbia University: Columbia University & Slavery the Manumission Society..
This website was created by faculty, students, and staff to publicly present information about Columbia's historical connections to the institution of slavery. While many students and faculty at Columbia University were opposed to...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: John Jay
(1745-1829) President of Continental Congress 1778-1779
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: John Jay
John Jay, involved with the treaty with France.-E. Benjamin Andrews, 1895
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: John Jay
John Jay, an American ambassador sent to England to negotiate a treaty with the British.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: John Jay
John Jay (December 12, 1745 - May 17, 1829) was an American politician, statesman, revolutionary, diplomat, a Supreme Court Chief Justice, and a Founding Father of the United States.