This resource gives a comprehensive account of the Intolerable Acts, why they were passed, colonists' reactions, and particulars surrounding the Massachusetts Government Act and other Coercive Acts with text links and references.

From the CBC television series about Canadian history comes this summary of the English and French search for a Northwest Passage. Find out how these explorations laid the basis for their claims in the New World.

Find out about the early French settlements in Florida and South Carolina and the Spanish treatment of the settlers there. The site map will take you to many other articles about Florida history.

Read this account of the strategic importance of Manila to the U.S. in the late 1800s. The U.S. and the Philippines eventually went to war.

This site contains information about the tools, tactics and techniques used by phishing scams.

A brief listing and description of the Acts of the British Parliament that were to be known as the Coercive Acts by Parliament and the Intolerable Acts by the Colonists.

Informative site that clearly explains about important system bus derivatives. Charts and pictures included with links to other modules.

If you want to know the basics of what a USB is and what it is used for then this site is for you!

A collection of primary source documents on the Manhatten project and the decision to drop the Atomic Bomb on Japan in 1945. Content includes letters to and from J. Robert Oppenheimer, written deals and agreements, internal memorandums,...

"Get your sailing skills the fun way on our Sail Safe pages." The National Maritime Museum promotes safe sailing with this interactive lesson and game.

Follow the course of historical events through a series of letters among European powers! These English translations of primary source documents from German diplomatic archives concern the intervention of the European powers by forcing...

Images, animations, and video of Hurricane Rita can be found on this interactive site by CBS news. Resources are also archived providing an extensive look at the destruction and efforts to rebuild.

This article details information surrounding the Boston Tea Party in 1773.

Lorna Dee Cervantes is presented in this brief biography, drawing attention to political and social messages which are camouflaged by vivid use of nature in her writings. See "Lorna Dee Cervantes Activities" for related materials.

A good look at the student activism of the Students for a Democratic Society and the philosophy behind this organization.

By 1863 Northern military strategists developed a five-pronged plan to end the war. Read about how these goals were accomplished and at what great cost to both the Union and Confederate soldiers and civilians.

Although Cape Verde has limited natural resources, read about the great strides it has made in developing a functional economy. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

An interesting look at the economy of Djibouti, a tiny country that takes full economic advantage of its strategic location on the Horn of Africa.

This reference tool takes you on a virtual trip to Haiti. A broad overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will provide you with more...

Features a travel guide and country profile of Trinidad and Tobago including a broad overview and numerous links to comprehensive information on the islands' culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...

A complete guide to the computer bus, including descriptions of different types of busses, troubleshooting,and bus specifications.

Informative site to peruse for learning about sound cards.

Find the response by the British Parliament to the dumping of tea into Boston Harbor. So many laws were enacted that the colonists lumped them together and called them the Intolerable Acts.

Details explaining what the Intolerable Acts were, as well as providing the full text of each act passed by the British Parliament in 1774.