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Digital History: President Johnson Impeached [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
No love was lost between the Congress' trying to pass Reconstruction plans and President Andrew Johnson's attempts to thwart those plans. Read a short biography of Andrew Johnson to get an idea of the man. Follow the timeline of...
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University of Groningen

American History: Presidents: Andrew Johnson: 17th President

For Students 9th - 10th
Page containing links to primary source text of Andrew Johnson's speeches, including State of the Union 1866-1868, Cleveland Speech and a speech made to the House of Representatives on his position to veto the first Reconstruction Act.
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University of Missouri

Famous Trials: The Tenure of Office Act 1867

For Students 9th - 10th
A description of the Tenure of Office Act and why it caused problems for Andrew Johnson, leading to his impeachment. From part of a larger site filled with primary source information about Johnson's trial.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: The Presidents Biography: 17. Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
The professional life of President Andrew Johnson is featured in this brief biography. Identify details of the era during his term, his domestic policy, foreign affairs, and his presidential politics.
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The History Place

The History Place: Impeachment of Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
A clear explanation of the events that led to the trial and impeachment of Andrew Johnson. Included are the articles of impeachment.
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Tennessee History For Kids

Tennessee History for Kids: Andrew Johnson Historic Site

For Students 3rd - 8th
Andrew Johnson presided over the American government during the turbulent years immediately following the Civil War. He did not fare well, nearly becoming the first president removed from office by Congress. Today people still argue...
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H Net Reviews: Reconstruction in Microcosm: The 1866 New Orleans Race Riot [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
A review of the book, "An Absolute Massacre: The New Orleans Race Riot of July 30, 1866" by James G. Hollandsworth, Jr. Discusses the political and racial implications of the actions in New Orleans during early Reconstruction.
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New York Times

New York Times: On This Day: Andrew Johnson Dead

For Students 9th - 10th
A copy of Johnson's obituary, with an interesting account of the ex-president's private and public life, from page 1 of the New York Times (August 1, 1875).
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Politics of the Gilded Age

For Students 5th - 8th
Politics in the last half of the 19th century reflected mediocrity at best and corruption at worst. Read about the series of "forgettable presidents," beginning with Andrew Johnson. Find out how big business could buy the government that...
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: A President Impeached

For Students 5th - 8th
The Radical Republicans in Congress did not approve of President Andrew Johnson's attempts to thwart their plans for Reconstruction. See what charges they used to impeach Johnson and find out why he was not removed from office.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: Civil Conflict: Civil War End

For Students 9th - 10th
Summarizes the events that led to the surrender of the South and the end of the Civil War in 1865. Includes a short fact sheet of frequently asked questions.
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The White House

The White House: Presidents: Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a detailed look at the life of Andrew Johnson, the seventeenth president of the United States.
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Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: President Andrew Johnson

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site provides an article about President Andrew Johnson. The article is three pages in length providing a picture along with factual information about the President. A timeline is also provided at the top of the page.
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State Library of North Carolina

N Cpedia: Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a biography of Andrew Johnson's life, as well as facts about his presidency. Short video included.
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Other

Impeachment of Andrew Johnson: Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief biography of Andrew Johnson followed by details of how Radical Republicans tried to take over the reconstruction by forcing Johnson out of office.
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Britannica provides information on President Andrew Johnson.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Biographical Directory of the u.s. Congress: Johnson, Andrew 1808 1875

For Students 9th - 10th
List of Andrew Johnson's accomplishments during his political career, including his terms as a Representative and a Senator from Tennessee and a Vice President and 17th President of the United States.
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Other

Potus: Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive facts about Andrew Johnson and his presidency. Includes biography, election results, cabinet members, odd facts, and notable events.
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George Mason University

Chnm: Reconstruction Era

For Students 9th - 10th
The Republican actions during Reconstruction are summarized in this site from the Center for History and New Media.
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History Teacher

Historyteacher.net: Reconstruction: Quiz (1)

For Students 9th - 10th
12-question multiple choice question quiz tests your comprehension of post-Civil War reconstruction.
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Other

North Hagerstown Hs: President Andrew Johnson as a Hero

For Students 9th - 10th
A student's perspective of the reasons (e.g., political manipulations) behind Andrew Johnson's impeachment in 1868.
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Other

Chicago Tribune: Presidential Portraits: Andrew Johnson [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Students explore Andrew Johnson. The resource consists of a picture and outline of the President's life. Topics included are highlights of presidency, military service, and political party.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of American History: American Presidency: Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief biographical sketch of America's seventeenth 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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Texas State Library and Archives Commission

Texas State Library and Archives Commission: The 1860s: Reconstruction

For Students 3rd - 8th
Here is an article on the Reconstruction, which touches briefly on several issues that arose during this period, specifically in Texas: President Johnson's Reconstruction plan, assimilation and rights of freed slaves, the 13th and 14th...