Read historical background on the origins of Uncle Sam, the figure that symbolizes the United States.

This is an online photocopy of the original text of the children's book The Uncle Sam Series for American Children: The Story of Columbus by J. T. Trowbridge [1870], an illustrated poem about Columbus.

This is an online photocopy of the original of the children's book Sam Silva by William Oliphant & Co. (1884), a children's novel.

A scanned copy of the 1872 publication of Uncle Sam's Blue Jackets Afloat by Henry E. Rhodes, a fiction book for children.

A scanned copy of the 1853 publication of Uncle Sam's Library, a book of stories for children.

Learn more about the "soulful" life of gospel-pop singer Sam Cooke (1931-1965), one of the first inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

"Uncle Sam's Blue Jackets Afloat", written in 1897 by Lieutenant Henry E. Rhodes, U.S.N., has been digitized and made available by the Rosetta Project. This 123 page book is appropriate for advanced readers.

Students perform an historical investigation by unraveling the mystery of Sam Smiley's demise.

Brief article, with biographical details, about Sam Colt's invention of the Colt revolver, the first weapon with a revolving cylinder that could hold six bullets.

A video of the book "Guess How Much I Love You", written by Sam McBratney, and illustrated by Anita Jeram. Just Books Read Aloud is a site that includes children's books read aloud by normal (but enthusiastic) readers.

A video of the book "Inspector Croc Investigates", written by Sam Lloyd. Just Books Read Aloud is a site that includes children's books read aloud by normal (but enthusiastic) readers.

Ten Thumbs Sam by Rachel Dunstan Muller follows the experiences of a boy who wants to leave the circus. This teacher's guide includes a book summary, teaching ideas and the author's reflections on writing the book.

This detailed biography includes illustrations, quotations from Sam Houston (1793-1863 CE) about many aspects of life in his time, including education. Also includes personal information about his marriages and children.

View a photo and read a brief description of Sam Houston's Hunting Knife.

Read this letter by Sam Houston through which he "asks for American help in preventing uprising in Nacogdoches, 1836." This site includes images of the original letter, as well as line-by-line transcription of the handwritten text.

Read a letter through which Sam Houston recruits Indian tribes "to act in the policing of" Texas. This site includes images of the original letter, as well as line-by-line transcription of the handwritten text.

Read a letter through which Chief Bowl of the Cherokees writes to Sam Houston, hoping to have a face-to-face meeting with him concerning Native American relations. Includes an image of the original letter as well as line-by-line...

Here is pamphlet printed in 1878 that gave General Sam Houston's official report on the Battle of San Jacinto. Eight pages long, it is annotated by artist Henry McArdle, as he did research for his painting, "The Battle of San Jacinto."

Sam Houston's personal account in his own handwriting of the Battle of San Jacinto written on April 25, 1836, is offered on this site. There is also a transcription of the document.

The Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance now General Services Administration organizes and presents all federal programs, projects, services, and activities which provide assistance or benefits to the American public. It contains...

As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, this site provides biographical information on Sam Francis in addition to an extensive listing of his works as displayed at the museum.

As part of the Smithsonian Art Museum's database of artists, Sam Maloof is described here along with information on his contributions to art through woodworking and furniture design.

Biographical details on Sam and Dave, the American vocal duo who were among the most popular performers of soul music in the late 1960s and whose gritty, gospel-drenched style typified the Memphis Sound.

Scholastic presents this discussion guide of "My Brother Sam Is Dead" by Christopher Collier PhD. The guide includes discussion questions, extension activities, and more.