This site provies the viewer with the history and evolution of what has been purported to be the oldest Protestant body in America with continuous ministry. An interesting point to note is that this body has ministered under three...

A brief explanation of the Reformation along with pictures of significant manuscripts and letters of the reformers from the Treasures of Saxon State Library at the Library of Congress.

From a chapter on "Imperial Reforms and Colonial Protests," this section of the chapter describes the purpose of the 1767 Townshend Acts and explains why many colonists protested the acts and the consequences of their actions.

History Guide provides a lecture on the Protestant Reformation during the European Renaissance.

This site gives a rather thorough overview of the life of preparation for John Knox for the tremendous task which lay ahead. Knox's life was filled with the bittersweet flavoring of discipleship, required of all that take a stand for the...

Review history with this site to see how Luther attracted a following to form Lutheranism. Learn how Luther's teaching came at the right time and made people leave the Roman Church. Understand that Luther preached peace and didn't...

Article on Queen Elizabeth I and the obstacles she faced as she tried to establish an official English Protestant church. Part of a three article series on Making a Difference. Includes questions for discussion and small group activity.

History of the Presbyterian Church presents a profile of its founding father, including an examination of his theological writings.

This website gives a brief, biographical sketch of the life of Jonn Knox, Scottish clergyman, who set the tone for Reformation of the Church in the Renaissance Period. Knox was known, among other things, for his stand against the...

The Hall of Church History describes the Anabaptists and their belifs. Watch out for religious bias in this site. Includes links to other sites relating to Anabaptists.

This section of a chapter on "Imperial Reforms and Colonial Protests" discusses the status of Great Britain's North American colonies in the years directly following the French and Indian War, describes the size and scope of the British...

A detailed biography of the famous Anabaptist leader of the Low Countries during the 16th century. Give details on his life and beliefs.

An excellent biography of Martin Luther, concentrating on his philosophy and the background from which his ideas were obtained.

Understand what occurred to begin and the end the Thirty Years' War in Europe with this lecture. Explore the different battles and treaties that went along with this time of unrest in Europe because of the religious indifference. Also...

Tudor History offers a brief biography of Mary I, the first child of Henry VIII, who reigned as Queen of England from 1553-1558.

Tudor History offers a brief biography with links to a gallery of images of Henry VIII. Content also includes a wealth of information regarding the six wives of Henry VIII.

This biography details the life and journalistic career of African American women's rights activist Ida B. Wells Barnett.

A virtual library exhibit about free speech, focusing on the principles that unite Americans and the conflicts that divide them.

A short biography of Menno Simonsz, considered by many to be the founder of the Mennonite movement in Europe during the 16th century. Includes a picture of the religious leader.