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Guardian: Ingrid Betancourt
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Manhattan Beach Unified School District: Levers and Other Simple Machines
Learn about levers and make the connection between these simple machines and the human body.
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The History Guide: Mikhail Sergeyevich Gorbachev
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American History: Outlines: Presidency of Ronald Reagan
This site provides an extensive history of Reagan's administration including information on his presidential campaign, domestic policies, foreign policies, and domestic and international events of his presidency.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: William the Conqueror
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