Alabama Humanities Foundation
Encyclopedia of Alabama: Cultural Geography of Alabama
Detailed encyclopedia entry describing the history, traditions, and demographic changes in Alabama's two cultural regions.
Alabama Humanities Foundation
Encyclopedia of Alabama: Thomas Bibb (Governor 1820 21)
A biography of Thomas Bibb, with background about his family's history in Virginia and Georgia.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: James Adair
Author of the southeastern Native Americans in the eighteenth century and deerskin tradesman in the same region, James Adair is featured in this brief biography.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Helen Keller
The infamous Alabama native Helen Keller is featured in this brief biography highlighting her early years which led to her fame as well as her later years as an activist on many issues.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Streight's Raid
Union Colonel Abel Streight led a poorly prepared army into the hands of Confederate General Nathan Forrest in spring of 1863. The events leading to this unsuccessful raid are presented in this narrative.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Battle of Sulphur Trestle
This overview features the Battle of Sulphur Trestle, a victorious fight for the Confederates in northern Alabama in autumn of 1964.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: History: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Learn about the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., with links to many related topics about the struggle for equality in America.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: History Scottsboro Trials
Encyclopedia entry about the prosecution, in Scottsboro, Alabama, of nine young African Americans charged with the rape of two white women. The trials focused the nation's attention on the racist forces at work in Jim Crow south in 1930s...
Alabama Humanities Foundation
Encyclopedia of Alabama: Battle of Mobile Bay
The Battle of Mobile Bay, one of the last naval battles during the Civil War, is featured in this brief overview.
Alabama Humanities Foundation
Encyclopedia of Alabama: History: William Bartram
Biographical profile makes note of the life and career of environmental literature author, William Bartram.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: A Brief History of Jazz!
A lesson plan that helps students explore the roots of jazz music and some of the important jazz musicians in history.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: The History of Space Exploration
In this lesson students develop a time line of important events in relation to space exploration.
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Alabama.gov: Reconstruction
Learn facts about life in the state of Alabama after the Civil War.
Alabama Department of Archives and History
Alabama Department of Archives and History: Alabama Governors: Israel Pickens
A short biographical sketch of Alabama's third governor, Israel Pickens, focusing on his role in establishing a state bank.
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Uss Alabama Battleship Memorial Park: Park History
Read about the fifty-year history of Mobile's USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park.
Alabama Department of Archives and History
George Wallace, Gubernatorial History
An account of Wallace's time as Governor of Alabama and his changing stance on civil rights (includes a transcript of his first inaugural address.
Alabama Department of Archives and History
Alabama Dept of Archives and History: Alabama History Timeline
This site gives a timeline for Alabama history since prehistory. Students can click on the timeline for specific time periods. Also provides links to other Alabama sites.
Alabama Humanities Foundation
Encyclopedia of Alabama: African American Union Troops
Following the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, African Americans were granted the right to join the U.S. Army, but this article takes a closer look at how this new right worked.
Alabama Department of Archives and History
Alabama Department of Archives and History: Alabama History for Kids
The site offers a variety of online games and learning activities on everything from the First Ladies of the state to the Selma March, a timeline of the state's history, links to official state symbols and the like for fun and education.
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National Governors Association: Alabama Governor Thomas Bibb
Brief biographical note about the second governor of Alabama, Thomas Bibb.
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National Governors Association: Alabama Governor William Wyatt Bibb
A brief political biography of the first governor of Alabama, William Wyatt Bibb
50 States
50 States: Alabama (Al)
Find here a collection of links to information about the state of Alabama. Categories include facts, government, geography, education, people, attractions, history, industry, and miscellaneous.
Alabama Humanities Foundation
Encyclopedia of Alabama: Mahala Ashley Dickerson
Mahala Ashley Dickerson is featured in this brief biography as the first black woman attorney permitted to join the Alabama and Alaska bar associations.
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Encyclopedia of Alabama: Creeks in Alabama
The Creek Indians, native to Alabama are featured in this brief historical overview.