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Khan Academy: Mestre Valentim, Passeio Publico, Rio De Janeiro
The Passeio Publico in Brazil represented several groundbreaking achievements in art. This park was designed by an artist of African descent-Mestre Valentim. View pictures and read the history of this public park, including the unique...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Robert Morris
(1734-1806) Morris was an American merchant and a signatory of the United States Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the United States Constitution. Morris was known as the "Financier of the Revolution,"...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Colonial America
Scene of the American frontier, during colonial times.
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Museum of New Zealand: Who Was Mrs. Devereux?
Interactive resource takes visitors through an analysis of a portrait by John Singleton Copley that focuses on the details of the sitter's colonial-era clothing.
Art Cyclopedia
Artcyclopedia: John Singleton Copely
This site lists museums, galleries, image archives, and web sites online which exhibit John Singleton Copely's art. A few periodical articles are also included.
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: 300 Women Who Changed History: Pocahontas
Encyclopedia Britannica provides a brief biography of Pocahontas, the legendary Native American heroine who saved the life of Captain John Smith.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Our America: The Revolutionary War
A summary of the events of the American Revolution. Includes diary entries written by a patriot in Boston and a girl stationed at Valley Forge in 1777. Students can also do arts and crafts activities, write a journal entry, and design...
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Khan Academy: Guaman Poma and the First New Chronicle and Good Government
This letter written by Guaman Poma is the most famous manuscript from South America dated to this time period in part because it is so comprehensive and long, but also because of its many illustrations. View pictures of the illustrations...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Jonathan Edwards
Jonathan Edwards (October 5, 1703 - March 22, 1758) was a colonial American Congregational preacher, theologian, and missionary to Native Americans.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Samuel Adams
Samuel Adams (September 27, 1722 - October 2, 1803) was a statesman, political philosopher, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. As a politician in colonial Massachusetts, Adams was a leader of the movement that became...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Otis
(1725-1783) A lawyer in colonial Massachusetts who was an early advocate of the views that led to the American Revolution.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Jonathan Edwards
(1703-1758) A colonial American Congregational preacher and evangelical theologian.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Jonathan Trumbull
Jonathan Trumbull, Sr. (12 October 1710 - 17 August 1785) was one of the few men who served as governor in both a pre-Revolutionary colony and a post-Revolutionary state. He was a friend and advisor of General Washington throughout the...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Lafayette
A celebrated general, born in Auvergne, France. Helped out the colonists in the American Revolution.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Patrick Henry
An illustration of Patrick Henry a man who served as the post-colonial Governor of Virginia and was also a prominent figure in the American Revolution. He is known as one of the founding fathers of the United States.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Paul Revere
Silversmith, engraver, and American Patriot best known for warning the colonist's that 'The British are coming."
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Rufus Putnam
Rufus Putnam (April 9, 1738 - 1824) was a colonial military officer during the French and Indian War, and a general in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War.
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Khan Academy: Sanctuary of Bom Jesus De Matosinhos of Congonhas Do Campo
Bom Jesus de Matosinhos in Congonhas do Campo is a sanctuary for many pilgrims in Brazil. This elaborate complex of architecture, sculpture, and painting shows scenes of the life and death of Christ. View pictures and read the history of...
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Khan Academy: Church of Sao Francisco De Assis, Ouro Preto, Brazil
The church of Sao Francisco, with its curving geometries and lively ornamentation, stands in sharp contrast to traditional early modern Portuguese architecture which generally favored simple plans and exteriors. View pictures and read...
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Uic: The Bermuda Group
Picture of John Smibert's painting "The Bermuda Group". Site explains who is in the painting.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Archiving Early America: Boston Massacre
This resource provides a short account of the Boston Massacre. Includes the famous engraving done by Paul Revere. Be sure to click on the hyperlinks to access the primary sources about the event.
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Josiah Austin: Teapot
Several examples of pots for coffee, tea, and chocolate from the colonial period. Learn how Americans adopted the practice of drinking coffee and tea, and how this practice affected society, daily life, and the decorative art created by...
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Paul Revere, Jr.: Teapot
Several examples of pots for coffee, tea, and chocolate from the colonial period. Learn how Americans adopted the practice of drinking coffee and tea, and how this practice affected society, daily life, and the decorative art created by...
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Jacob Boelen: Teapot
Several examples of pots for coffee, tea, and chocolate from the colonial period. Learn how Americans adopted the practice of drinking coffee and tea, and how this practice affected society, daily life, and the decorative art created by...