CNN
Cnn: Timeline of Iran in the 20th Century
CNN offers a good timeline covering Iran's history in the last century. Includes lots of information on the Iranian Hostage Crisis.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Foreign Woes
Read about the one bright spot in President Carter's administration's handling of foreign affairs, and find out about the several events that caused challenges to American dominance in the world.
BBC
Bbc: Tehran Hostage Rescue Mission Fails
A short synopsis of the top-secret rescue mission ordered by Carter to free the Americans held hostage in Iran.
Arlington Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery: Hyman George Rickover
This site from the Arlington National Cemetery provides some biographical information about Hyman George Rickover, United States Navy Admiral, along with pictures of his meeting President Carter and his headstone.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Camp David Accords, Framework for Peace
A tour of the preparation for, and the day-by-day events of the Camp David negotiations from Ibiblio.org. At times, the summary of events is linked to the Presidential "Daily Diary" showing the president's daily activities. Read about...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The Sickened Economy
The U.S. economy in the 1970s staggered and fell in the 1970s. Read about the reasons for the depressed economy marked by high inflation and high unemployment.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Panama Canal Treaty Signed
The Panama Canal was a short-cut through the tip of South America. Use this site to find out who built it and why.