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María Ruiz de Burton: Chicano Activist Writer
Latina author María Ruiz de Burton raised the plight of Mexicans in America with two satirical and revealing books at a time when female authors were few and far between.
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The Origin of Earth Day Explained
On April 22, 1970, the US went climate crazy – as 20 million Americans took part in the very first Earth Day.
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Rachel Carson's Fight for the Environment
Marine biologist and writer Rachel Carson demanded that the US government take responsibility to protect people and the planet. Her book Silent Spring was a turning point in the modern environmental movement.
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Dolley Madison: The First First Lady
As the host of unrivaled skill, First Lady Dolley Madison brought the US political elite together by throwing the best parties Washington, DC had ever seen.
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The First Allies of the Revolution
The United States’ first true allies, the Oneida Tribe helped the Patriots to win the American Revolutionary War – but at what cost?
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Choosing Sides: Native Americans and the Civil War
What about the Native Americans who found themselves stuck in the middle of the Civil War – why did they fight for both sides?
Weird History
Why DARE Was A Big Failue
The D.A.R.E. program, which stands for Drug Abuse Resistance Education, was a staple of childhood for millions of American children in the '80s and '90s. It set out to tell kids about the perils of alcohol and other substances, but there...
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History Kids: City Government
This video explains the role of local government in our everyday lives and how decisions are made at the local level. It discusses the different types of city government, such as the mayor-council and council-manager systems, and how...
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History Kids: State Government
This video explains the importance of state governments in the United States and how they impact our daily lives. It covers topics such as the structure of state governments, the powers and responsibilities of the executive, legislative,...
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History Kids: Three Branches of Government
This video provides an overview of the three branches of the United States government: legislative, executive, and judicial. It explains how these branches work together and have checks and balances to prevent any one branch from...
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The U.S. Constitution begins with the words We the people.
The U.S. Constitution begins with the words We the people.
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The Sea Based X-Band Radar, a mobile radar station used to detect ballistic missiles, moored in Pearl Harbor, Oahu.
The Sea Based X-Band Radar, a mobile radar station used to detect ballistic missiles, moored in Pearl Harbor, Oahu.
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The Statue of Freedom tops the dome of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
The Statue of Freedom tops the dome of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
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U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson meets with Cabinet members at the White House.
U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson meets with Cabinet members at the White House.
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Dignitaries surround President Lyndon B. Johnson as he signs a bill.
Dignitaries surround President Lyndon B. Johnson as he signs a bill.
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A U.S. Congressional committee discusses laws in Washington, D.C.
A U.S. Congressional committee discusses laws in Washington, D.C.
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FDA Funds Rapid Tests, Approves At-Home COVID Tests
Home tests will be available in a few weeks.
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U.S. Attorney General Ramsey Clark signs documents in his office in Washington, D.C.
U.S. Attorney General Ramsey Clark signs documents in his office in Washington, D.C.
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The White House and the U.S. Supreme Court building represent major Washington, D.C. institutions.
The White House and the U.S. Supreme Court building represent major Washington, D.C. institutions.
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The Future of Facebook's Currency Looks Rocky As It Loses Supporters
Facebook is facing legal scrutiny over the rollout of Libra, and that's leading some of its partners to step away from supporting the currency.
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The Fed & Money Creation
Did you know that all dollars are loaned into existence? Despite seeming unconstitutional, the Federal Reserve has the option to create money whenever it deems necessary. Introduce your classroom to our current debt problems with this...