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Explore, read, and discuss provocative topics in history, culture, politics, technology, society, and so much more.
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Loc: The Lincoln Inaugural Bible, Chapter and Verse
View images of Abraham Lincoln's 1861 inaugural bible.
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Loc: America's Story: First Transcontinental Telegraph System
Jump back in time to October 24, 1861, when the first transcontinental telegraph was completed, thus hastening the end of the Pony Express.
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Loc: America's Story: William Jennings Bryan, Free Silver
This 3-page Library of Congress article provides information on William Jennings Bryan and the Free Silver Movement of 1896.
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Loc: America's Story: Amelia Earhart
A short biography of pilot Amelia Earhart, along with several stories about her life and the search for her after her disappearance in 1937.
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Loc: America's Story: Thomas Alva Edison
A variety of images, photographs, and information on the life of Thomas Alva Edison (1847-1931) can be found in the site by the Library of Congress. Information can be found here regarding his invention and influence on American society....
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Loc: America's Story: Andrew Carnegie
America's Story identifies the accomplishments of Andrew Carnegie as a businessman and a philanthropist. It highlights his commitment to give back to society. It also highlights the comparisons between his mother's and father's influence...
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Loc: America's Story: Jane Addams
The information here explores the role of Jane Addams in the social reform movement.
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Loc: America's Story: Alabama
Alabama became the 22nd state in 1819 use this site to find out what happened after that! Discover more about "the indestructible doll" and "the real iron man."
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Loc: America's Story: Arizona
Review this site for interesting Arizona facts and learn more about the Grand Canyon.
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Loc: America's Story: Arkansas
Use this site to discover more about the diverse parts of life in Arkansas. Picture the Ozark mountain range in your mind. Find out about life in the Ozarks.
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Loc: America's Story: Colorado
Discover more about the Rocky Mountains. Why is Colorado called the "Centennial State?" Look at this website for captivating facts.
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Loc: America's Story: Delaware
"Delaware was the first of the original 13 states of the Union." It has grown into a multi-cultural mecca. Find out more about the different festivals celebrated throughout Delaware.
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Loc: America's History: District of Columbia
Brief basic facts about the District of Columbia including meaning of its name, date became a state, capital city, map.
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Loc: America's Story: Florida
Explore the diversity of the people of Florida. "Blast off" with space facts. Do you know where the first watermelon came from?
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Loc: America's Story: Georgia
Who was Georgia named in honor? Who founded the Girl Scouts in the United States? Find the answers to these questions as well as the lore and history of the state of Georgia.
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Loc: America's Story: Hawaii
What does "Aloha" mean in Hawaiian? Use this site from the Library of Congress to find out interesting facts about Hawaii.
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Loc: America's Story: Idaho
Do you know what shape the state of Idaho is in? Come and check out the Library of Congress' site to find out fun facts. What does the word Idaho mean in Native American language?
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Loc: America's Story: Indiana
"Indiana means 'land of the Indians'" Who has the "longest-running Fourth of July celebration?" Come and check out this site and find out more about the Hoosier state.
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Loc: America's Story: Iowa
This America's Story entry fro Iowa from the Library of Congress tells you facts and lore about the state suitable for a great paper and citable resource.
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Loc: America's Story: w.e.b. Du Bois
A brief biography of famous African-American, W.E.B. Du Bois. Read about his activism and his attempts to improve race relations. Hyperlinks to additional information about this important man.
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Loc: America's Story: Kansas
Look at this site for an overview of Kansas state facts. Discover why Kansas is known for its tornadoes. Where is the "geographic center of the 48 contiguous states?"
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Loc: America's Story: Kentucky
America's Story highlights Kentucky, the 15th state of the Union.
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Loc: America's Story: Louisiana
This article provides a brief overview of Louisiana, followed by numerous in depth articles regarding relevant events and traditions from this state.