National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Sybil Ludington
A biographical view of Sybil Ludington, known as the Female Paul Revere during the Revolutionary War. Follow her rides of bravery and devotion to her country.
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Pittsburgh Post Gazette: Passenger: Todd Beamer
An brief biography of American hero, Todd Beamer, for his plan to save Flight 93 from the terrorists on September 11, 2001. The plane he was a passenger on crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Maya Angelou
This resource offers the text given by two middle school students on why Angelou is their hero. It also contains an extensive biography given by Susannah Abbey. It has the text to the poem "A Brave and Startling Truth."
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: School Publishers: Jackie Robinson
America honors Jackie Robinson's first year in baseball's major leagues. This site has a brief biography of Jackie Robinson and how he broke the race barrier.
University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin: The Audie Murphy Story
Dr. Don Graham, a professor at the University of Texas at Austin, presents The Audie Murphy Story, an American WWII hero.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies: Nathan Hale
A short biographical sketch of Nathan Hale, Revolutionary spy and hero. Includes links to several pictures, and information about the siege of Boston, in which Hale participated.
A&E Television
History.com: 9 Things You May Not Know About Benedict Arnold
Check out nine surprising facts about one of the most complex and controversial figures in American history. He was a successful merchant and smuggler; fought in multiple duels; an early hero of the Revolution; built an American naval...
John F. Kennedy Center
The Kennedy Center: Myths, Legends, & Folktales: Collection
Greek and Egyptian mythology, the story of the Lion King, and the legend of King Arthus are just some of the ways these resources explore the different cultural interpretations of heroes. Then learn the stories of Cinderella, as well as...
A&E Television
History.com: Why Did Benedict Arnold Betray America?
Historians offer up many explanations, including that the Revolutionary War general may have had some self-esteem issues as a child and young man. Benedict Arnold was once a patriotic war hero valued by George Washington and admired by...
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies: Davy Crockett
Read about one of the most interesting early Americans. From Tennessee to Congress to the Alamo, find out what drove this extraordinary man.
Texas A&M University
Sons of De Witt Colony Texas: Gutierrez De Lara: In Nuevo Santander
Jose Gutierrez de Lara, the first governor of Mexican Texas, was determined to free Mexico from Spain. Read about the early Texas settlement of Nuevo Santander, and how it was settled by Spanish American colonists.
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Arlington National Cemetery: History of Arlington National Cemetery
The National Cemetery site gives information about the famous, and not-so-well-known people who are buried there: war heroes, presidents, chief justices, explorers, historical figures, etc.
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Military Women Veterans
Captain Barb has taken it upon herself to report about women in the military, and we are glad she does. Her website begins with Revolutionary War Women and continues to present day everyday-women heroes in the military. She includes...
Other
Chuck Yeager
"The fastest man alive," "The guy with the right stuff," "Mr. Supersonic," read about this true American on his own personal website. Filled with fact filled information.
CommonLit
Common Lit: Text Sets: Mythology
This is a collection of 18 Grade-Leveled texts (6-12) on the topic of Mythology. From prehistory to the present, mythology has played an essential role in how humans interact with and understand the world around them. Explore a world of...
A&E Television
History.com: On 9/11, Some Evacuated the Pentagon but Kept Going Back Inside
'We pledge to never leave a fallen comrade behind,' says one of the survivors. American Airlines Flight 77, struck the Pentagon between Wedges 1 and 2. Anderson was in Wedge 2. Pentagon workers who had evacuated were trying to get inside...
S.E. Schlosser
American Folklore: Pecos Bill Rides a Tornado
This site has the story of Pecos Bill. It explains how he rides a tornado like a bucking bronco and when he fell off the ground sank below sea level and created the Death Valley.
S.E. Schlosser
American Folklore: John Henry: The Steel Driving Man
At this site read about John Henry, the steel-drivin' man who uses two hand-held hammers to dig a tunnel faster than a steam drill!
My Hero Project
My Hero: Langston Hughes
This introduction to the life and writing of Langston Hughes profiles the poet who emerged with the Harlem Renaissance to earn "a place amongst the greatest poets America has ever produced."
My Hero Project
My Hero: Scott Joplin
This article includes information on the life and musical contributions of Scott Joplin, the composer who gave us such songs as "The Entertainer" and "The Maple Leaf Rag."
My Hero Project
My Hero: Robert Wise
Use this resource to learn about the great filmaker, teacher and mentor, Robert Wise, who is credited with editing "Citizen Kane" and directing "The Sound of Music."
My Hero Project
My Hero: Robert Lee Frost
The author of poem "The Road Not Taken," Robert Frost was honored as "America's poet laureate" and the "national bard." Read about his contributions to world of poetry and literature and check out the "related links" and bibliography for...
My Hero Project
My Hero: Arthur Ashe
Use this resource to learn about Arthur Ashe, the tennis star who urged that health education be available to all.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Use this resource to learn about the life of writer Gabriel Garcia Marquez, whose works were fueled by politics, revolution, war, and personal illness. This article includes details about Marquez personal life as well as his public life...
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