Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: A Baby Boomer in the White House
Read about the presidential election of 1992, which included a third-party candidate, focused on the economy, and unseated an incumbent.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: Fast Attacks and Boomers: Cold War
This Cold War timeline highlights events that dominated international affairs from 1945 to 1991.
US Census Bureau
U.s. Census Bureau: Age Data
This website has data available on age at the following levels: National, State, County, and other. Other statistical sections are "International Data," "Baby Boomer," "Older (55+) Population," and "Elderly (65+) Population."
Digital History
Digital History: The Youth Revolt
"Right on, man." Find what led to the nationwide rebellion of the Baby Boomer generation.
Other
The Boomer Years
Use the links on this site to get information about the years 1960-1975. For each individual year, the major events that occurred during that year are listed and discussed.
PBS
Pbs: Frontline: The Gulf War
PBS Online and the TV show "Frontline" present information on the Persian Gulf War, a timeline, various maps, personal testimonies, and other resources.
Other
Kingwood Library: American Cultural History: 1960 1969
An historical record worth delving into to understand the true culture of the 60s. Covers art, architecture, literature, education, fashion, historic events, music, and other aspects of the era.
Digital History
Digital History: Social Security, Unemployment Insurance, and Welfare [Pdf]
After reading a brief history of Social Security and its inception in the United States during the Great Depression, find out about the various programs that provide a social safety net to its citizens. See how these programs are funded,...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Baby Boom
Looks at the baby boom in America after World War II - what caused it, why it lasted so long, and the far-reaching social and economic impact it has had on the United States.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1945 1980: The Baby Boom
Find out why there were so many babies born in the United States after World War II.
Other
Images of the American West: Oklahoma
This is a photo gallery of white homeseekers known as Boomers and other homesteaders settling the Oklahoma Territory in the late 1800's.
Other
Kansas History: The Last Land Rush
A brief description of the land rush onto the Cherokee Strip, land sold by the Cherokees to the U.S. government in 1891.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: Moby Dick
Written in 1851 this tale is about Captain Ahab's quest for revenge on the White Whale. Read about the quest, themes and the characters in this fascinating site.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Captain W. L. Couch
Leader of the "Oklahoma Boomers," Couch and his group explored the west and Native American territory.