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American History: From Pre-Columbian to the New Millennium
Need an online resource to supplement the paper textbook in your classroom? An all-encompassing website covers historical events throughout the last half of the second millenium, leading right up to the third. From the pre-Columbian...
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U.s. History: Carpenters' Hall
Carpenters' Hall in Philadelphia served many vital functions before and during the American Revolution. Among these are the seat of the First Continental Congress, the site of the War Office, and the home of the first public lending...
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U.s. History: Alien and Sedition Acts
A great description of the Alien and Sedition Acts, passed by the Federalist Congress in 1798. See how the Federalists tried to hang on to power by restricting voting privileges and infringing on free speech and freedom of the press.
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U.s. History: Stephen Girard
A well-detailed biography of Girard-- a merchant, mariner, banker, philanthropist, humanitarian, and patriot.
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U.s. History: The Rights of Man by Thomas Paine
The complete text of the English edition of Thomas Paine's "The Rights of Man" in a series of links including an introductory letter to President Washington.
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U.s. History: Age of Reason by Thomas Paine
The original text of Thomas Paine's work,"Age of Reason," written in 1794, describing the principles of enlightened government and society.
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U.s. History: The Crisis by Thomas Paine
The original text of the collection of articles written by Thomas Paine during the American Revolution giving support to for an independent American.
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U.s. History: The Philadelphia Campaign the Battle of Brandywine
A excellent and detailed depiction of the first battle of Philadelphia Campaign of 1777, with related links.
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U.s. History: Liberty Bell Timeline
Independence Hall Association provides a listing of important colonial dates. Also listed are the historical events which the Bell commemorates throughout American History.
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U.s. History: Republican Philadelphia
Philadelphia today leans to the Democratic ticket in most elections. This website, ushistory.org, is completely nonpolitical, but it offers resources for right-leaning visitors to feel right at home when visiting.
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U.s. History: The Electric Ben Franklin
If it has to do with Benjamin Franklin, then you will probably find it here. There is much information about Franklin, his lightning experiment, Philadelphia, the Declaration, and more.
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U.s. History: Economic Growth and the Early Industrial Revolution
A very thorough look at the industrial growth in the North because of the advent of the Industrial Revolution in America. See what industries grew, how factories became more productive, and find out how the states cultivated economic...
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U.s. History: First Bank of the United States
This page from the IHA provides the history of and facts about the First Bank of the United States.
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U.s. History: The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin's Autobiography divided into four parts. Link to The Electric Franklin, a site full of fun graphics and interesting facts.
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U.s. History: The Declaration of Independence
The Independence Hall Association provides an online image of the original document of the Declaration of Independence.
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U.s. History: Account of the Declaration: Jefferson's Story
Thomas Jefferson's account of events leading up to and the actions of the First Continental Congress, including information about the Committees of Correspondence which communicated through Circular Letters.
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U.s. History: Judicial Branch: The Power of the Federal Courts
An explanation of the power the federal courts hold in the American judicial branch of government. Find a quiz to test understanding.
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U.s. History: Flag Picture Gallery
This is a collection of American flags in color with a description of their reason for existence. Very appealing site.
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U.s. History: Common Sense by Thomas Paine
The complete original text of the third edition of Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" published in 1776 in six linked sections.
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U.s. History: Historic Documents: Magna Carta
A translation of the Magna Carta, broken into paragraphs for easier reading.
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U.s. History: Historic Valley Forge: John Marshall
This resource provides biographical information about John Marshall.
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U.s. History: Who Served Here?: Baron Von Steuben
Biography of Von Steuben with emphasis on the training he gave to the Continental Army at Valley Forge.
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U.s. History: Welcome to Valley Forge
Washington and his men had to endure six months of harsh winter in their encampment at Valley Forge. Use this site to learn about what they had to deal with and who was there.
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U.s. History: The Marquis De Lafayette
A biography of the Marquis de Lafayette, the French nobleman who came to the colonies at the age of 20 to volunteer to fight against the British in the American Revolution. This article offers an interesting look into the politics...