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The Vel Phillips Foundation: Vel Phillips' March
The Vel Phillips Foundation is dedicated to the example of Vel Phillips, an African-American civil rights leader in Milwaukee. She championed the rights of women and minorities in her roles as a judge, a city councillor and later a...
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John Deere: Our Past Leaders: Founder John Deere
Learn about the childhood and professional successes of John Deere, who was the founder and president of the John Deere company.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Egypt's Greatest Leaders (Lesson Plan About the Pharaohs)
A plan for investigating the leadership styles of seven of Egypt's most famous pharaohs using video footage from the PBS series "Egypt's Golden Empire." Includes directions for helping students prepare creative presentations on the life...
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
Texas State Library and Archives Commission: Presidents of the Republic of Texas: Anson Jones
Anson Jones, the fifth president of Texas, led Texas as it became the 28th state of the United States. Explore his early years, learn how he attained the presidency, and check out primary texts and timelines that provide a complete look...
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Groundspeak: Louis Riel: Grave of a Famous Person
One of Manitoba's most historic Francophone figures is Louis Riel. Photos of his grave site and monument are shown along with facts about his life.
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Columbia University: The Price of Freedom [Pdf]
A lengthy interview with Mr. Ferguson who was a very early follower of Malcolm X and who was present at the assassination of the famous African American leader.
Scholastic
Scholastic News: Memories of Mandela
Learn about the life and passing of 95-year-old political leader and civil rights activist Nelson Mandela.
Wyzant
Wyzant: History and Politics Outloud: Winston Churchill and the Sinews of Peace Address
Resource provides "The Sinews of Peace Address," which is regarded as Winston Churchill's most important speech as Leader of the Opposition. In audio, also.
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Biographybase.com: Daisy Bates Biography
Learn about Daisy Bates and her contributions as a lifelong American civil rights leader, journalist, publisher, and author. Daisy was an important figure in the Little Rock Integration Crisis. In recognition of her dedication, the state...
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Lee Trevino
A biography of Trevino as he slowly took up the sport of golf to become a leader of the sport.
Texas State Historical Association
Texas State Historical Association: John Henninger Reagan
A detailed biography of John Henninger Reagan. He became the leader of the Texas Democratic Party as well as the postmaster general of the Confederacy.
Stanford University
Stanford University: Lesson Plan on Letter From Birmingham Jail
A comprehensive six-part lesson plan that encourages students to study the concept of non-violence as it was practiced during the confrontation that took place in Birmingham in 1963. This led to the famous letter written by Dr. King in...
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Julius Nyerere, Lifelong Learning and Informal Education
Contains a wealth of information on Tanzanian leader Julius Nyerere. Includes a good biography, a picture, excerpts from many of his writings, and a bibliography.
Biblioteca Virtual Miguel de Cervantes
Simon Bolivar, El Libertador
This detailed biography in Spanish of the famous South American liberator Simon Bolivar includes many portraits and related links.
Smithsonian Institution
National Postal Museum: Famous Americans: Jane Addams
Learn brief information on Jane Addams, famous American leader of social reform, who was featured on the ten cent postage stamp.
Smithsonian Institution
National Portrait Gallery: Black List Project: Al Sharpton
The Reverend Al Sharpton, well known for his racial and political activism, is featured in a biography.
Yale University
Avalon Project: African Americans Biography, Autobiography and History
Five primary source materials on African American history: I Have a Dream by Martin Luther King, Jr., My Bondage and Freedom by Frederick Douglass, The Narrative of Sojourner Truth, The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B. Du Bois, Up From...
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Hall of Fame Biographies: Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela
A brief biography of the famous African leader, Nelson Mandela. Learn about his early life, his education, and his fight to end apartheid in his country for good.
BBC
Bbc Mundo: Mundo Latino
A special BBC feature, originally done as part of 2000 election coverage, on the growing presence and voting power of Latinos in the United States. Click US states on a map to see where and how Latino influence will be felt over the next...
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Hall of Fame Biographies: Desmond Mpilo Tutu
An engaging biography of Desmond Tutu, the famous African archbishop. Learn about his leadership and his brave fight against apartheid.
Oklahoma Historical Society
Oklahoma State University: Library: Chief Kicking Bird
This biography discusses the life of Chief Kicking Bird, a 19th century leader and peace chief of the Kiowa tribe of Oklahoma.
Utah State University
Teacher Link: Martin Luther King Jr. Human Rights
Come and check out this lesson plan focused on the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr. Learners will be able to identify the important events in the life of this famous African-American leader.
Environmental Education for Kids
Eek!: Community Action & Citizen Science
Learn about community leaders who have made a difference in the environment and find ways that you can get involved in community action projects too!
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Humanities Texas: Texas Originals: Quanah Parker
A brief biography of Comanche chief, Quanah Parker, a notable Native American leader in Texas history.
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