US Department of State
Biographies of the Secretaries of State: Philander Chase Knox (1853 1921)
Biography of Philander Knox, a U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania appointed to Secretary of State under William McKinley, continued the Open Door Policy of his predecessor and strengthened control on U.S. interests overseas.
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: William Mc Kinley: The Campaign and Election of 1896
Read about the campaign of 1896 in which William McKinley represented the Republican Party and William Jennings Bryan the Democratic Party. One big issue was the contrast between the use of the gold standard as opppsed to free silver.
Charles I. Kelly and Lawrence E. Kelly
American History: Election of 1896: It Came Down to a Question of Money
This program, part of The Making of a Nation from Voice of America gives a very good description of the issues in the presidential campaign of 1896. Learn about the differences between the gold bugs and silverites, a third party...
A&E Television
History.com: American Presidents: William Mc Kinley
This easy-to-navigate site has Hoover's biography, events occurring during his presidency, an image gallery, and several video clips.
Library of Congress
Loc: Progressive Era to New Era, 1900 1929
This website defines and explores the Progressive Era and various aspects of American society during that period of history. It contains fairly simple text and several images.
Other
Potus: William Mc Kinley
Comprehensive facts about William McKinley and his presidency. Includes biography, election results, cabinet members, odd facts, and notable events.
California Digital Library
Calisphere: William Mc Kinley
A broad selection of images featuring William McKinley can be found on this site by Calisphere. By clicking on individual images you'll find high quality photographs and image information.
Library of Congress
Loc: William Mc Kinley
The Library of Congress provides interesting information about the life and presidency of William McKinley. While the information is brief, the site provides several links to more facts.
Vassar College
1896: William Mc Kinley
Biographical information and pictures are combined with excerpts from newspapers of the day.
Patrick McSherry
Spanish American War Centennial: William Mc Kinley
Provides general and biographical information on William McKinley. Includes links to McKinley's Declaration of War, McKinley's report on the Sampson Board's MAINE report, and McKinley's reasons for retaining the Philippines.
University of California
Berkeley Library: The Emma Goldman Papers
Chicago Tribune article from September 1901 that includes passages from an Emma Goldman speech said to have prompted Leon Czolgosz to assassinate President McKinley.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: America 1900: The Open Door Policy
Read this brief excerpt from an interview with a Cornell professor concerning America's Open Door Policy of 1900.
Other
The Political Graveyard: Election of 1896
This page from The Political Graveyard just lists the electoral votes each candidate received in the 1896 election. Links to brief biographical listings about each candidate and elector.
Bartleby
Bartleby.com: bartleby.com: Presidential Inaugural Address: William Mc Kinley 2nd
This is a description of President William McKinley's 2nd inauguration and a transcription of his 2nd inaugural address; given March 4, 1901.
Bartleby
Bartleby.com: bartleby.com: Presidential Inaugural Address: William Mc Kinley 1st
Text of the inaugural speech given by William McKinley on March 4, 1897.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: American Presidency: William Mc Kinley
Brief biographical sketch of America's twenty-fifth 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.
The White House
The White House: Presidents: William Mc Kinley
This site, which is provided for by the White House, gives a biography and portrait of former president William McKinley.
Google Cultural Institute
Google Cultural Institute: William Mc Kinley
This visual website from Google Cultural Institute shares background information and photos about William McKinley.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The Election of 1896
Read about the election of 1896 which had one candidate representing two political parties, and the other candidate who did not campaign. See what people supported the Democratic candidate and why. Find out who was elected and who...
270 To Win
270towin: 1892 Presidential Election
Provides detailed electoral facts for the presidential election of 1892 won by William McKinley in one of the most dramatic and complex campaigns in American history.
270 To Win
270towin: 1900 Presidential Election
Provides detailed electoral facts for the presidential election of 1900 won by William McKinley in a rematch of the 1896 race.
270 To Win
270towin: 1896 Presidential Election
Provides detailed electoral facts for the presidential election of 1896 won by William McKinley in one of the most dramatic and complex campaigns in American history.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Biography of President William Mc Kinley for Kids
On this site, find the biography and life story of William McKinley who was the 25th president of the United States.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: William Mc Kinley
Facts, biography, and accomplishments of the life of William McKinley and summaries of important events during his presidency.