Article
PBS

Africans in America: Revolution: The Book of Negroes 1783

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting look at the compiling of the Book of Negroes, a register of those whom the British promised freedom during the course of the Revolutionary War. Find out why this was a component of the Treaty of Paris of 1783. From PBS.
Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Us History: 1890 1945: The Treaty of Versailles

For Students 9th - 10th
The 1919 Treaty of Paris ended World War I, but imposed heavy penalties on Germany.
Article
Library of Congress

Loc: The World of 1898: The Spanish American War

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Library of Congress provides an excellent account on the highlights, the main characters, places, and events of the Spanish-American War. Includes links & photos.
Article
Library of Congress

Loc: World of 1898: Spanish American War: Puerto Rico in 1898

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a brief history of Puerto Rico, its role in the Spanish-American War, and its becoming a U.S. territory.
Article
Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: Ww1 Armistice

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive summary provides facts and information that relates how the WWI Armistice (cessation of hostilities) ended the fighting on the Western Front in Europe.

Other popular searches