History Link
Panic of 1893: Seattle's First Great Depression
This detailed article on how the 1893 Depression affected Seattle focuses mainly on the Northwest, but does bring in information about the depression in general.
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Benjamin Harrison
The entry page into Benjamin Harrison's presidency from the Miller Center. Find information on his presidential policies, the members of his cabinet, and links to his speeches and papers.
US National Archives
Nara: Teaching With Documents: 1897 Petition Against the Annexation of Hawaii
A great lesson plan using primary source materials to examine the overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy and the subsequent annexation of Hawaii to the United States. Find the background information, documents, suggested teaching activities,...
US Department of State
Biographies of the Secretaries of State: James Gillespie Blaine (1830 1893)
Bio of James G. Blaine who served two terms as Secretary of State. He was first appointed by U.S. President James A. Garfield, and was again appointed by U.S. President Benjamin Harrison, serving from March 5, 1889, until his resignation...
Federal Reserve Bank
Federal Reserve Bank San Francisco: American Currency Exhibit: Metal Standards
This site provides information about the expansion of the United States Currency, with links to other related sources.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Benjamin Harrison
Facts, biography, and accomplishments of the life of Benjamin Harrison and summaries of important events during his presidency.