One of the best baseball players of all time was involved in a scandal. Visit this Library of Congress site to learn more about Ty Cobb.

Profile of August Anheuser Busch, Jr. who bought the St. Louis Cardinals in 1953.

Briefly summarizes George Washington's resignation from his Commander in Chief position. Features a photo of Mount Vernon, and a painting of Washington's meeting with Congress at the Maryland State House.

Although John Hancock is credited with the most famous signature of all time, he also governed Massachusetts and helped create a navy for the colonies. A brief biography, two paintings, and photo of the Declaration of Independence...

Here is an interesting look at some background details of Martha Washington's life and death as the "first First Lady." From "America's Story from America's Library."

Site provides some historical information on early prairie life through the eyes of Laura Ingalls Wilder.

Profile of Cornelius Alexander McGillicuddy, popularly known as Connie Mack, a baseball player in the 1880s who went on to own and manage the Philadelphia Athletics team for fifty years.

Short article explaining how Robert Maris broke Babe Ruth's record for the most home runs in a season of baseball, although some dispute the claim.

From America's Story, comes a short note on Grant and the siege of Vicksburg.

The early years of Hawaii were very different from the way it is today. A man with a broken leg was the founder of the railroad that changed Hawaii's growth.

Website that gives information about the founding of the oldest permanent settlement in America, St. Augustine.

The story of Jim Thorpe, one of the greatest American athletes.

Profile of Walter Johnson, known as "The Big Train", whose records as a baseball pitcher earned him a place in the National Baseball Hall of Fame.

An interesting background on the origin of Presidents' Day, and the actual date of George Washington's birth. Includes a portrait of Washington, as well as an historical letter from Tobias Lear, recounting the Julian and Gregorian...

This resource provides a brief overview of Colonial America.

This fascinating article about the life of George S. Patton Jr. (1885-1945 CE), provides photos and facts about this American general. Be sure to click the articles on the right side for additional information.

In this eighteen minute webcast, David Wiesner discusses how he has received inspiration for the writing of his books and the development of characters within his books. Related webcast links are provided for teachers, kids, families,...

Historical fiction and primary texts provide learners with new perspectives on the Civil War era, specifically through the eyes of a child who lived during this time.

A very brief look at the United States' entrance into World War I and a cursory explanation of the background of the war.

This site describes the articles in Abraham Lincoln's pockets the evening he was assassinated. Includes a photograph of the items. Also included are newspaper clippings about the assassination and the playbill from Ford's Theater. From...

A brief biography of Benjamin Franklin covering his career as a printer, philanthropist, inventor, and public servant.

After the Civil War, the 14th amendment granted citizenship to all people born or naturalized in the United States. This included former slaves. Learn about the protections this amendment offers to citizens, including those who were once...

A young girl from Ireland was the first immigrant to come through Ellis Island. What was it like for her and those who came after her? Use this site to find out.

Wives, mothers, and grandmothers were arrested outside the White House! Learn the circumstances behind this story in this 3 page article as they protested for the right to vote. Photographs and actual programs can be seen here.