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American
History
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| The
Digital Classroom |
Digital
Classroom provides materials from the National Archives and methods
for teaching with primary sources. http://www.archives.gov/digital_classroom/index.html
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| Discovery
Channel American History Sites |
This
section of the Discovery Channel web site contains a long list of links
to educational American history web resources. http://school.discovery.com/schrockguide/history/hista.html |
Eye
Witness to History |
"Illuminating
the past through personal narratives and other first-hand sources.
Eye Witness to History takes a look at major events in history through the perspectives
of eyewitnesses, using personal letters and essays." http://www.eyewitnesstohistory.com/
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50
States |
50 States
is an extensive database that offers a wealth of well organized information
on each individual state. http://www.50states.com/
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Historical
Text Archive |
"The
HTA publishes high quality articles, books, essays, documents, historical
photos, and links, screened for content, for a broad range of historical
subjects." http://www.historicaltextarchive.com/ |
| History
Channel |
This site,
from the makers of the History Channel, includes "This Day in History"
and "search a topic in history". (and much more). http://www.historychannel.com/
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The
History of Today |
Set up
in a table form, you can easily search for daily historical facts and
events, famous birthdays, world history and music history.
http://www.on-this-day.com
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The
History Place |
Great
online history exhibits dedicated to students, educators and all who
love history. (World Wars, Lincoln, Kennedy and more). http://www.historyplace.com/
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History
Wired |
History
Wired is a virtual exploration of the Smithsonian Institution's interesting
objects. A variety of features offers users a rich interactive experience.
http://www.historywired.si.edu/index.html
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Hyper
History |
Hyper
History is based on the synchronistic concept online and can be regarded
as a companion to the World History Chart of Andreas Nothiger. http://www.hyperhistory.com/
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Index
of Resources for United States History |
Index
of Resources for United States History connects thousands of United
States History Sites, offering bibliographies, archives, timelines,
maps, and much more. http://vlib.iue.it/history/USA/
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The
Library of Congress |
The
Library of Congress offers a section titled "American Memory," which
includes many historical collections in both audio and video formats.
http://www.loc.gov
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National
Archives and Records Administration |
The
National Archives and Records Administration offers a massive amount of
archived data, including many famous speeches and images, as well as access
to The Federal Archive. http://www.archives.gov/
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National
Park Service |
The
National Park Service has a "History and Culture" section
that provides diverse information on important geographical sites throughout
America's history. http://www.nps.gov/
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National
Women's History Museum |
National
Women's History Museum contains a comprehensive database of women's
history, including a timeline, cyber museum, image gallery, current news
postings, and an interactive quiz. http://www.nwhm.org/
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People's
Century |
"This
Web site is a companion to People's Century, a 26-episode television
series broadcast on PBS. The site contains material of interest to a
general audience, with special content for high-school educators and
students." http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/peoplescentury/
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PBS
Lewis and Clark |
This interactive site offers several educational features detailing the Lewis
and Clark Expedition. http://www.pbs.org/lewisandclark/
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Smithsonian
Institution National Museum of American History |
This
site offers virtual exhibitions that cover nearly all aspects of American
history. Interactive timelines, quizzes, and a music room provide several
stimulating educational experiences. http://www.americanhistory.si.edu/
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Smithsonian
Institution National Museum of the American Indian |
This
site contains exhibits of American Indian art, archives of past exhibits,
and general information on history and culture. http://www.nmai.si.edu/
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USHISTORY.ORG |
The
Independence Hall Association in Philadelphia brings American history
to life on the Internet for visitors worldwide. http://www.ushistory.org/
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The
Valley of the Shadow: Two Communities in the American Civil War |
The
Valley of the Shadow gives a detailed depiction of two American communities--one
in the North and one in the South--during the civil war. Thousands of
newspapers, letters, diaries, and church records are available. http://valley.vcdh.virginia.edu/
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Disclaimer: "The views and opinions expressed in this page are
strictly those of Martha Eberhart.
The contents of the page have not been reviewed or approved by the University
of Minnesota."
