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Library of Congress

Loc: Progressive Era to New Era, 1900 1929

For Students 3rd - 8th
This website defines and explores the Progressive Era and various aspects of American society during that period of history. It contains fairly simple text and several images.
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US Holocaust Memorial Museum

U.s. Holocaust Memorial Museum: Auschwitz

For Students 9th - 10th
On this comprehensive website is the history of Auschwitz. You can click on maps, photographs, personal histories, and film footage.
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Raleigh Charter High School

Mrs. Newmark's Page: World War I

For Students 9th - 10th
Quiz yourself on the United States involvement in World War I.
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Other

Truthout

For Students 9th - 10th
Progressive based news outlet. Here you will find links to news stories from the Washington Post, New York Times, BBC, Associated Press, and other reputable sources. You will also find editorial pieces on current events, environmental,...
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Wisconsin Historical Society

Wisconsin Historical Society: John R. Commons

For Students 9th - 10th
John R. Commons was known for his progressive views on social welfare and labor reform in the later 1800s. He is felt to be responsible for the beginning of Social Security in the United States.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Frontier House: The Northern Pacific Railroad and Those Who Built It

For Students 9th - 10th
The goods and services brought to the frontier by the railroad improved the quality of life. Read about the construction and route of the Northern Pacific Railroad in this companion essay to the PBS series, Frontier House.