University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: William Henry Harrison: Campaigns and Elections
Scroll to the election of 1840 to find information about the candidates, platforms, and results. From the Miller Center of Public Affairs.
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: William Henry Harrison: Domestic Affairs
William Henry Harrison didn't live to carry out his domestic policies, but he had thought about them. Read about what his plans were.
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: John Tyler: A Life in Brief
A brief overview of the life of John Tyler. Hyperlinks to additional information.
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Martin Van Buren: Campaigns and Elections
Read about the election of 1836 where Martin van Buren won the election and continued the strength of the Democratic Party.
Read Works
Read Works: u.s. Presidents William H. Harrison & John Tyler
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about Vice President John Tyler becoming President of the United Stated after the death of President William H. Harrison. A question sheet is available to help students build...
A&E Television
History.com: American Presidents: William Henry Harrison
This easy-to-navigate site has William Henry Harrison's biography, events occurring during his presidency, an image gallery, and video clips.
Soylent Communications
William Henry Harrison
The ninth President of the United States was a General during the War of 1812. He lead forces at the Battle of Tippecanoe, and in 1813 reversed the losses of General William Hull. As Governor of Indiana Territory he acquired a large...
Ohio History Central
Ohio History Central: Tecumseh
This site presents a biography of Tecumseh, leader of the Shawnee Indians.
Ohio History Central
Ohio History Central: Shawnee Indians
A brief history of the Shawnee Indians in Ohio. Site also contains many links to information on other tribes, battles and complete texts of treaties.
Other
Potus: William Henry Harrison
Comprehensive facts about William Henry Harrison and his presidency. Includes biography, election results, cabinet members, odd facts, and notable events.
Duke University
Duke University: William Henry Harrison 1840
This site from the Duke University provides campaign memorabilia from the "Log Cabin and Hard Cider" presidential campaign of William Henry Harrison and John Tyler.
Other
War of 1812: War of 1812 1814: Battle of the Raisen River
An account of the events surrounding the Battle of Raisin River during the War of 1812.
Other
Chicago Tribune: Presidential Portraits: William Henry Harrison [Pdf]
One-page illustrated profile of William Henry Harrison itemizes select biographical facts and key events of his presidency.
Bartleby
Bartleby.com: bartleby.com: Presidential Inaugural Address: William H Harrison
Read the text of William Henry Harrison's inauguration speech given on March 4, 1841, which has the distinction of being the longest inaugural address yet given. Includes a short introduction.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: American Presidency: William Henry Harrison
Brief biographical sketch of America's ninth president includes background information on the era in which he served and linked-to objects from the Smithsonian's collections that help define the man and his presidency.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Native Resistance in the Trans Appalachian West
This site gives a brief look at the Indian alliance built by Tecumseh to confront the U.S. military which wanted to protect the settlers moving west into Indian territory.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: The War of 1812
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart describes the War of 1812 from the first battle of the U.S.S. Constitution to the Battle of New Orleans. It includes paintings of the major battles and important participants, as well as...
Google Cultural Institute
Google Cultural Institute: William Henry Harrison
This visual website from Google Cultural Institute shares background information and photos about William Henry Harrison.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Biography of President William Henry Harrison for Kids
Do you know who the 9th president of the United States was? Learn about William Henry Harrison biography and life story on this website?
Ohio History Central
Ohio History Central: Battle of the Thames
This brief account of the Battle of the Thames includes links to significant names and events.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: William Henry Harrison
Facts, biography, and accomplishments of the life of William Henry Harrison and summaries of important events during his presidency.
Library of Congress
Loc: Biographical Directory of the u.s. Congress: Harrison, William Henry 1773 1841
Brief biography discusses the political career of William Henry Harrison, a Representative and Senator from Ohio and the 9th President of the United States.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: William Henry Harrison
(1773-1841) US President 1841
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: William Henry Harrison
(1773-1841) US President 1841