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Picture History: Gorbachev and Reagan in Reykjavik
Image of Mikhail Gorbachev and Ronald Reagan at the Reykjavik Summit meeting in 1986.
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Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Ronald Reagan
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Ronald Reagan."
US Department of State
Biographies of the Secretaries of State: Alexander Meigs Haig Jr. (1924 2010)
Biography of 59th U.S. Secretary of State, Alexander Meigs Haig, Jr., appointed by Ronald Reagan.
US Department of State
Biographies of the Secretaries of State: George Pratt Shultz (1920 )
Biography of George P. Shultz, Secretary of State under President Ronald Reagan, provides details of his life and influence on U.S. foreign policy.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Foreign and Domestic Entanglements
Read about the many facets of Ronald Reagan's foreign policy during his presidency. Find out about support for anti-Communist fighters, detente with the USSR, and the Iran-Contra scandal.
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Civic's Resources: Texas v. Gregory Lee Johnson
In August 1984, the Republican National Convention was held in Dallas, Texas. On August 22, a group of about 100 demonstrators marched through the streets of Dallas to dramatize the consequences of nuclear war and protest certain...
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Peggy Noonan
A biography of Peggy Noonan, a speechwriter for Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush who crafted some of their best-known phrases. She has also written critically acclaimed books, written news columns, and appeared on talk shows. Includes...
American Presidency Project
American Presidency Project: Election of 1980
Online resource that provides detailed data for the presidential election of 1980 won by Republican candidate, Ronald Reagan.
American Presidency Project
American Presidency Project: Election of 1984
Online resource that provides statistical electoral data on the presidential election of 1984 won by Republican candidate, Ronald Reagan.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Us Soviet Relations
The 1980s was a dynamic period in U.S.-Soviet relations. At the beginning of the decade, tensions between the two superpowers rose until 1985, when arms negotiations ensued between President Ronald Reagan and Soviet Premier Mikhail...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Personality or Politics Activity | 60 Second Presidents
In this activity, students learn the important role that both personality and political platform have in shaping presidential elections by watching videos in groups comparing presidents who won on personality and those who won on...
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The "Evil Empire" Speech, 8 March 1983
The full text of President Ronald Reagan's "Evil Empire" speech delivered in Orlando, Florida, which stated U.S. policy vis-a-vis the Soviet Union during its last years.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: The Presidents
This site from the PBS "The Presidents" provides detailed biographies of several of the most popular or most infamous U.S. presidents throughout history. Selected presidents include Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Harry S Truman, Lyndon...
CommonLit
Common Lit: From "A Time for Choosing" Speech
A learning module that begins with "From 'A Time for Choosing' Speech" by Ronald Reagan, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through...
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: American Presidency: Ronald Reagan
Brief biographical sketch of America's fortieth 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.
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Beirut Memorial Online: u.s. Embassy Bombing
A bulleted list of facts about the US Embassy bombing in Beirut. Also contains good before and after photos of the Embassy, as well as links to photos of President and Mrs. Reagan honoring the victims.
Digital History
Digital History: No Islands of Stability
This site is a source on the relationship between Carter/the US and Iran. Provides background information on the friendship between the US and Iran, the revolution in Iran, and the Iran hostage crisis that ended Carter's presidency.
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The Reagan Years: The Making of a President
Part of a cnn.com in-depth special "The Reagan Years", this site traces the events of Reagan's early life. From his job as a young sports commentator to his fame as a Hollywood actor that would eventually lead him into his first elected...
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The Reagan Years: The Making of a President
Part of a cnn.com in-depth special "The Reagan Years", this site traces the events of Reagan's early life. From his job as a young sports commentator to his fame as a Hollywood actor that would eventually lead him into his first elected...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Evil Empire
Brief article on the "Evil Empire," a term used by Ronald Reagan to describe the Soviet Union during the Cold War.
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Anthony M. Kennedy
Acquaint yourself with Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy, appointed by President Reagan in 1988. Read about his background and achievements, listen to an interview, and view a gallery of pictures.
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Time 100: Leaders & Revolutionaries: Ronald Reagan
Ronald Reagan brought Big Government to its knees and stared down the Soviet Union. And the audience loved it. Time Magazines list of 100 leaders.
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Time 100: Leaders & Revolutionaries: Ronald Reagan
Ronald Reagan brought Big Government to its knees and stared down the Soviet Union. And the audience loved it. Time Magazines list of 100 leaders.
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Time 100: Leaders & Revolutionaries: Ronald Reagan
Ronald Reagan brought Big Government to its knees and stared down the Soviet Union. And the audience loved it. Time Magazines list of 100 leaders.
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