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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: The First American Factories

For Students 5th - 8th
The growth of cities and the American economy in the first half of the 19th century was driven by the growth of factories. Read about the textile industry in New England and how manufacturing spread throughout the north.
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Other

America's Historic Lakes: Samuel De Champlain

For Students 9th - 10th
This page includes an excerpt from the journal of Samuel de Champlain and his exploration of Lake Champlain in 1609.
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PBS

Empire of the Bay: Radisson and Groseilliers

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Pierre-Esprit Radisson and Medard Chouart, Sieur Des Groseilliers were key to the establishment of the Hudson's Bay Company--this page by Empire of the Bay highlights their place in Canadian history.
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Other

The St. Lawrence River

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a brief history of the St. Lawrence River and its historical and geographical importance.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: French Canadian Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of French-Canadian Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
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Hudson's Bay Company

Hudson's Bay Company: Radisson and Des Groseilliers

For Students 9th - 10th
French adventurers Pierre-Esprit Radisson and Medard Chouart, Sieur des Groseilliers were the first Europeans to explore the forests of the north, negotiate treaties with the Cree, explore the Mississippi and Missouri and establish...
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Other

Early Canadiana Online: Articles of Capitulation

For Students 9th - 10th
The Articles of Capitulation outlined the terms of the Canadien surrender to the British. Read the articles as they were written in 1760.
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Other

American Journeys: Background on the Journey of Jean Nicolet, 1634

For Students 9th - 10th
A summary of Jean Nicolet's expedition to the western Great Lakes. The information is from an account written by a Jesuit priest who was a friend of Nicolet. Read the primary source by clicking on "Read this Document."
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The Newberry Library

Newberry Library: Library Exhibit: Mapping the French Empire in North America

For Students 9th - 10th
A virtual exhibit containing documents illustrating the historic French presence in the Americas.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: Quasi War

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a summary and detailed facts about the Quasi-War, an unofficial naval war with France 1798-1800.
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Curated OER

New France, 1632, by Samuel De Champlain

For Students 9th - 10th
Using the best tools available, Champlain created this map in 1632. Students can appreciate his skill as a cartographer by comparing Champlain's 1632 map to modern day maps of eastern Canada.
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Curated OER

Militiaman in New France, Ca. 1700

For Students 9th - 10th
Two maps of English and French rivalries in North America, and two side-by-side accounts of the English and French perspectives on King William's war over power, trade, and economic dominance of the continent.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: Neutrality Proclamation of 1793

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn interesting facts about the Neutrality Proclamation of 1793 that prevented the risk of military engagement with either Britain or France.
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Other

Franco American Women's Institute: Madeleine De Vercheres

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an account of Madeleine de Vercheres' actions when her fort was attacked by the Iroquois in New France in 1692. She was fourteen years old at the time.
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Social Security Administration

Social Security Online: A Tea Party That Changed History

For Students 9th - 10th
Essay discussing how Frances Perkins was involved in passage of the Social Security Act. Also contains a link to a speech given by Perkins to SSA employees.
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This Nation

This Nation: Proclamation of Neutrality (1793)

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the text of the Proclamation of Neutrality issued by George Washington in April, 1793, showing his effort to keep his new nation safe from unhealthy alliances.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: America's Place in the Global Struggle

For Students 5th - 8th
Read about how a fight for global domination between France and England resulted in the Seven Years' War, including the French and Indian War. See how the wars brought about great debts and strange alliances.
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Open Door Team

Open Door Web Site: The Seven Years' War

For Students 5th - 8th
This website gives a brief account of the Seven Years' War (French and Indian War) up to the Fall of Quebec.
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Canadian Museum of History

Cmc: French Canada Mix and Match Game

For Students 3rd - 5th
This game is great for students if they want to take a break, and you don't want them to get too off topic!
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Canadian Museum of History

Cmc: Crossroads of Culture: Traditional Medicine of Immigrants

For Students 3rd - 8th
This article is only text, so should be used as a source for homework or projects, rather than as an interactive site. Great concise info for younger students who don't need extremely in depth text.
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Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: Pierre De La Verendrye: Canadian Inland Explorer

For Students 3rd - 8th
The life of La Verendrye is profiled. He was a Canadian soldier and explorer who traveled farther west than any previous European explorer had. This is a brief concise text.
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Curated OER

New York Philharmonic: Kid Zone! Images: Eiffel Tower

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Cartoon illustration of the Eiffel Tower.
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Other

Early 16th European History

For Students 9th - 10th
This site breaks down the history of Europe by year between 1525-1558. It discusses the political maneuverings of the period, the social conditions, and the conflicts that arose with religious and political disputes.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Week of July 18th 2016: 5 Things to Know About Mike Pence

For Students 9th - 10th
Donald Trump is expected to choose Indiana Gov. Mike Pence as his running mate, a source confirmed to NPR. Trump had planned to make an official announcement Friday morning in New York, but the candidate tweeted late Thursday that he...

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