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		About North Georgia ^Votes:0 North Georgia · History · American Indians · Travel · Biography · State Parks · North Georgia Events The evolution of About North Georgia has begun! Check out the new About North Georgia with our North Georgia Events section featuring the Apple Festival, the Sorghum Festival and all the other great fall attractions. You can also look at these North Georgia Events by month Treasures of I-20 Our new roads section features information about current and historic thoroughfares in North Georgia. In our inaugural piece, Larry Worthy tells of a myriad of attractions you can see between Atlanta and Augusta More roads Creature Teachers Maureen Krivo takes us to the Paulding County Animal Shelter to introduce us to another way of giving back to the local community whether you adopt a dog or cat, or v Read More Go to Site


		Adams Museum & House ^Votes:0 C ome to a place where the past is always present, where legacies linger and legends meet Deadwoods fabled Adams Museum & House ® . D eadwoods Adams Museum ® is the oldest history museum in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Pioneer businessman W.E. Adams built the museum in 1930 as a memorial to his family and to honor the early pioneers that settled the Black Hills. LEARN MORE T he Historic Adams House ® , built in 1892, is an elegant Victorian mansion which has undergone a detailed, museum-quality restoration. This grand home bears witness to the story of two 19th century families, and reveals a cultured lifestyle not commonly associated with the American West. LEARN MORE T he Adams Museum & House, Inc. is a non-profit educational organization that oversees the operatio Read More Go to Site

		America's West - Development & History ^Votes:0 Archaeology Cowboys Critters Emigration Events Expansion Films "Indians" Mining Outlaws Pioneers Places Research Trading Post Transportation A CELEBRATION OF THE HUMAN SPIRIT... We are all Pioneers . . . . . . Pathfinders on the Trails of Old and New Frontiers . . . A Presentation of the History and Development of the American West! From the Frontier and Pioneer days of the Wild West, to today's Modern West. Featuring: Pioneers, MountainMen, Native Americans, Explorers, Trappers, Westward Expansion, Oregon Trail, Cowboys, Indians, Scouts, Gunslingers (the whole dang blang shootin' match is heah, bucko!) , Outlaws, Gunbattles, Ghost Towns, Gold & Silver Mining, Saloons, Virginia City, Dodge City, Tombstone, O.K. Corral, Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday, Kit Carson, John C. Fremont, John Wesley Powe Read More Go to Site

		American Civil War History Timelines Battle Map Pictures ^Votes:0 American Civil War . com This Site Sponsored in part by March Through Times March Through Times Collectable toy soldiers Volcano-Pictures.INFO Native American Bookstore Featured.Indexes Summary Of Events Civil War Timeline State Battle Maps Battles By Campaign Naval Ships and Battles Alphabetic Battle List Colored Troops Women in the War Civil War Music History Battle Statistics Picture Album Civil War Documents Period Maps Naval Timeline Direct Access Army Organization Antietam Battle Field Shiloh Tennessee Appomattox Court House Battle of Brandy Station Confederate Constitution Causes Research Confederate Flags Confederate Navy Cumberland Gap First Battle Bull Run Fredericksburg Battle of Gettysburg Galveston Ironclad Gunboat Galena Murfreesboro U.S.S. Monitor C.S.S. Virginia First Ironc Read More Go to Site

		American History 102: 1865-Present ^Votes:0 Stanley K. Schultz, Professor of History William P. Tishler, Producer © 2006 Professor Stanley K. Schultz Stanley Schultz, professor emeritus of history, poses with his red pens and the 2004 edition of " America (The Book): A Citizen's Guide to Democracy Inaction ," a textbook parody by the writers of "The Daily Show." Schultz has collaborated on a new 2006 teacher's edition of the book, in which he corrected the satirical "mistakes" of the original. Photo © UW-Madison University Communications, 608-262-0067 Photo by: Michael Forster Rothbart SPRING 2007 CALENDAR THIS WEEK'S LINK American History Through Popular Culture Materials A good site of graphics, sounds, and other primary source materials! Previous Links of the Week (if you missed them the first time around, look here) More links.. Read More Go to Site

		American Western History Museums, Stage Coach, Chuck Wagons, Friends of Freedom ^Votes:0 American West Stagecoach Journey Through History American Western History Museums, Stagecoach Chuck Wagons Friends of Freedom American Western History Museums From archive collections we are proud to present the first of our museums for your enjoyment. Visit us often as we prepare 30 years of serous historical collections into Fine Museums for your pleasure. Enjoy your stay with us The Museum of The Great American West The Museum of The Great American West was created for your pleasure in a hope to shine a realism of light on a very interesting time in history. Directors of movies and authors of books have portrayed this frame of time in many ways The magic of the Old American West today is in the hearts of people in love with the memories and perceptions of which they have experienced or Read More Go to Site

		Archiving Early America: Primary Source Material from 18th Century America ^Votes:0 Search this site: Early America Home Freedom Documents Declaration of Independence Bill of Rights The U.S. Constitution Early America Review Current Issue Previous Issues World of Early America Firsts First Annual Almanac First National Conscription Act First Thanksgiving Proclamation First Newspaper First Bible Printed With Type From America First U.S. Copper Penny First U.S. Copyright Law First Political Cartoons First State of the Union Address First Gazetteer Notable Women Abigail Adams Catherine Ferguson Dolly Madison Lucretia Mott Mary Philipse Molly Pitcher Betsy Ross Catharine Sedgwick Mercy Warren Martha Washington Mary Ball Washington Phillis Wheatley The Writings of Early America Benedict Arnold's Letter to Americans A Receipt for Guns and Bayonets The Rights of Man Early Americ Read More Go to Site

		BLACK HISTORY AT PIEDMONT AREA JOURNAL ^Votes:0 PIEDMONT AREA JOURNAL GREAT AFRICAN A ME RIC AN HEROS UNDERGROUND RAILROAD: HARRIET TUBMAN (1821-1913)ONLINE 2/14/97 Harriet Tubman was born in a small slave community near the eastern shore of Maryland. When she escaped from her master, she decided to make it her life's work to free other slaves. She worked several jobs to save up enough money to travel to Baltimore to rescue her sister and her two children. In the months that followed, Tubman made a least 15 trips to the South and led more than 200 people to freedom through a network of black churches that became known as the Underground Railroad ACCOMPLISHED WRITER: LANGSTON HUGHES (1902 - 1967) Langston Hughes, "The Poet Laureate of Harlem," was born in Joplin, Mo. and moved to Cleveland when he was young. He was the grandson Read More Go to Site

		Civil War Biography Page ^Votes:0 Civil War Biographies This portion of "The Home of The American Civil War" site contains biographies of some of the major personalities, both North and South, involved in the American Civil War. These biographies are accompanied by an image of the individual where possible. However, they make no attempt to provide information concerning the individuals entire life, merely their contribution to the Civil War. Just click on the name. Robert Anderson James J. Archer Lewis Addison Armistead Joseph Bailey Nathaniel Prentiss Banks Clara Barton Judah P. Benjamin Belle Boyd Braxton Bragg John Brown Pierre Gustave Toutant Beauregard Hiram Berdan Simon Bolivar Buckner Daniel Butterfield Don Carlos Buell John Buford Napoleon Bonaparte Buford Ambrose E. Burnside Benjamin Franklin Cheatham Jo Read More Go to Site

		CMG Worldwide ^Votes:0 Latest News : View All : Gov. Schwarzenegger Signs Law Clarifying Rights of Deceased Celebrities Senate Bill 771, authored by State Senator Sheila James Kuehl (D-Santa Monica) was signed into law by More >> Kuehl Publicity Rights Legislation Passes Legislature Five CMG clients top ESPN.com?s list of ?50 Greatest Boxers" Brando Estate files lawsuit against makers of “The Brando” chair Statement on the passing of Anna Nicole Smith A Tribute to Greatness ? CMG Worldwide Honors Black History Month CMG Worldwide welcomes the addition of Marlon Brando to its client list CMG Worldwide welcomes the addition of Ava Gardner to its client list What's In A Name? CMG Worldwide can offer your company a unique and effective way to announce your new name. A number of the world?s most wel Read More Go to Site

		Famous Alabamians ^Votes:0 This section contains information on individuals who have been inducted into Official Halls of Fame established by the Alabama Legislature. Each hall of fame is governed by its own board and has its own selection criteria. For information on other famous Alabamians see Alabama Live's Famous People . All links are currently in development except for the Alabama Academy of Honor , Alabama Hall of Fame , the International Motorsports Hall of Fame , the Music Hall of Fame , the Sports Hall of Fame , the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame , the Women's Hall of Fame , and the Alabama Peace Officers Hall of Fame . Sources: Alabama Hall of Fame , 1968 Updated: September 19, 2007 Alabama Department of Archives & History 624 Washington Avenue Montgomery, Alabama 36130-0100 Phone: (334) 242-4435 E-Mail:debbie Read More Go to Site

		From Revolution to Reconstruction ^Votes:0 A Hypertext on American History from the colonial period until Modern Times Department of Humanities Computing, University of Groningen, The Netherlands The main body of this hypertext project, which was started in 1994, comes from a number of USIA-publications: An Outline of American History , An Outline of the American Economy , An Outline of American Government , and An Outline of American Literature . The text of these Outlines has not been changed, but they have been enriched with hypertext-links to relevant documents , original essays, other Internet sites, and to other Outlines . A number of contributors have prepared additional texts and links for the project. And this project will grow als long as we find new texts and volunteers who are willing to contribute. You can help this WW Read More Go to Site

		Heritage by LeftJustified ^Votes:0 eritage Examining the Roots of Constitutional Government, in the United States & Around the World. The Constitution of the United States, with an Introduction, & notes on the Bill of Rights. The Federalist The complete Federalist Papers, with notes, & Biographical sketches of the Authors. Account of a Declaration Thomas Jefferson's account of the circumstances leading to the Declaration of Independence. We the People A Study guide to Constitutional Govt., including five important documents, & the constitutions of twelve nations. Works of Thomas Paine A Library of the Major works of Thomas Paine, Angelic Devil of the American Revolution. --> W ho do you Love? A collection of links to friends, associates, and related sites. Want to link here? Save LINK as heritage.gif Questions? Comments? Co Read More Go to Site

		Index of /freresrc ^Votes:0 Index of /freresrc Parent Directory blkhstry/ chh/ lit_cent/ poets_cn/ womenhst/ Read More Go to Site

		Invent Now ^Votes:0 2007 CIC Winners Announced! A novel way to treat cancer has won the top honor at the 2007 Collegiate Inventors Competition. Learn More Inspiring Invention wins award The "Cat Magnet" PSA has won first place in this year's ACT Responsible Exhibition, part of Advertising Week 2007! The spot was produced for the NIHFF and the USPTO's Ad Council campaign to inspire children to embrace science and technology within the United States. Learn More Get set for the Holidays at the United States Patent and Trademark Office Museum Store! Do your shopping online! The USPTO Museum Store has apparel, books, inventor kits, glassware, jewelry, desk accessories and unique items with the USPTO seal. Learn More © 2000-2007 National Inventors Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. Read More Go to Site

		Lone Star Junction: A Texas and Texas History Resource ^Votes:0 About Lone Star Junction Copy- right Notice Songs Of Texas A Texas Scrap- book Images Of Texas Sites That Cite Our Site Visitor Feed- back Panoramic Images of Texas (like you have never seen before)! Texas Shopper (Lone Star Gifts & Souvenirs) W elcome to Lone Star Junction , a Texas history resource provided for the benefit of both Texans and "foreigners" alike. If you have an interest in Texas and its rich history, you've found the right place in cyberspace. We are pleased that you stopped by for a visit and hope that you return often. The Archives. A multi- dimensional look at a few of the People , Places , Documents , and Events of early Texas. The Texians. Search our Online Database for data on over 10,000 Texians from the days of the Republic and before. The Forums. Join our History Read More Go to Site

		LucidcafÉ Library Index \| Biographies and More ^Votes:0 Alphabetical Index \| CafÉ \| Library \| Gallery \| LucidcafÉ Home \| Revised: August 25, 2007 Index Rules For Life Historical Documents Important US Court Decisions Great Flying Machines Real Life Adventures American Presidents American Presidents' Wives American Founding Fathers Architects Artists Astronauts Authors Aviation/Aerospace Civil-Rights Activists Composers & Musicians Entertainers Explorers & Frontiersmen Humanitarians Inventors Journalists Jurists Kings & Queens Medicine Military Figures Nobel Prize Winners Philosophers Playwrights Poets Leaders Religion & Ethics Scie Read More Go to Site

		Pony Express Home Station ^Votes:0 Ranked among the most remarkable feats to come out of the 1860 American West, the Pony Express was in service from April 1860 to November 1861. Its primary mission was to deliver mail and news between St. Joseph, Missouri, and San Francisco, California. CLICK HERE --> Please visit the Bunkhouse where you will be able to sign our guest book, post messages on the Home Station Message Board, or send e-mail to me (Tom Crews). You will also find a brief introduction to the various areas that you can explore here at the Pony Express Home Station. Please visit the the Pony Express School House. This page has been created particularly for students and teachers who wish to use the resources of the Pony Express Home Station. people have visited this site from all over the United States and from fift Read More Go to Site

		Portraiture in the U.S. Capitol ^Votes:0 This project is best viewed with Netscape 2.0 or other browsers that support frames. Click on the icon to download Netscape now. Text Image Thumbnails Read More Go to Site

		SPECTRUM Biographies - Index ^Votes:0 © KB Shaw Publication Date: Spectrum Biographies Click on a portrait button to go to that person's biography. American Presidents 1-5 6-10 11-15 16-20 21-25 26-30 31-35 36-40 41-43 Read More Go to Site

		Stratford Hall Plantation, birthplace of Robert E. Lee ^Votes:0 FREE LECTURE SERIES Shop the Plantation Store --> NEW! Document of the Month Press Releases Become A Member Archaeology NOW Visiting News & Events History Preservation Research Education General Information S TRATFORD The Robert E. Lee Memorial Association is dedicated to preservation, research and education. The Association interprets to the public Stratford Hall and the plantation life of the Lee Family, whose ideals and leadership helped shape democracy in the United States. Copyright © 2002-2006 by Stratford Hall Plantation, all rights reserved Robert E. Lee Memorial Association, Inc. 483 Great House Road Stratford, Virginia 22558 (804) 493-8038 M-F (9-5) (804) 493-8038,ext.0 Weekends and Holidays (9-5) FAX (804) 493-0333 E-mail the webmaster or view our staff directory Read More Go to Site

		The Internet African American History Challenge ^Votes:0 Bright Moments Presents The Internet African American History Challenge &copy and Profiles of Some Important 19th Century African Americans Alexander Crummell Frederick Douglass Henry Highland Garnet Harriet Tubman Henry McNeal Turner John Mercer Langston Mary Elizabeth Boswer Mary Church Terrell Mary Ann Shadd Nat Turner Richard Allen Sojourner Truth Take The Internet African American History Challenge Read More Go to Site

		The National Portrait Gallery ^Votes:0 Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard Designed by Norman Foster Open Sunday, November 18, 2007 More information View slideshow One Life: Katharine Hepburn November 2, 2007 through June 1, 2008 View web feature OPEN: 11:30 am - 7:00 pm Exhibition: ?Let Your Motto be Resistance: African American Portraits? Now Open Renovation: Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard, Designed by Norman Foster Open November 18, 2007 "Face to Face" Portrait Talks Thursdays, 6 to 6:30 p.m. F Street Lobby Adopt-A-Portrait smithsonian institution site index contact us privacy copyright Read More Go to Site

		ThinkQuest : Site Unavailable ^Votes:0 Think.com ThinkQuest Library Library Competition Website Currently Unavailable We're sorry, but the ThinkQuest Library site you are trying to access is currently unavailable. It has been taken offline for maintenance. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The ThinkQuest Library includes over 5000 educational websites on hundreds of different topics. Please visit the ThinkQuest Library to see if one of the other sites includes the information you need. If you are the creator of this site and you have additional questions, please contact us and be sure to provide your teamID or the url of your site. Unfortunately, we will not be able to help if you do not include the name of the site, url, or teamID to help us identify the site. Thank you for your pa Read More Go to Site

		Tombstone Historical Page ^Votes:0 Tombstone Historical Page "Every Town Has A History Tombstone Has A Legend" Characters Legendary Characters of Tombstone Wyatt Earp John Ringo Curly Bill Brocius Doc Holliday This site has been developed by Tombstone researcher Steve Gatto to provide factual information about the old west town of Tombstone, and men like Wyatt Earp and John Ringo, who made the town famous. Allen Street circa 1882 Famous Events Attack on the Kinnear Stage Coach T his Week In History On November 15, 1881, the prosecution rested, and the defense presented its first witness concerning the gunfight at the OK Corral the next day. On November 16, Wyatt Earp took the stand and was permitted to read from a prepared statement. Judge Wells Spicer then allowed Wyatt to exit the stand without being cross-examined by the Read More Go to Site

		U.S. Senate ^Votes:0 Find Your Senators Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Learn about "Puck," a satirical weekly magazine that parodied the American political scene. It was one of the most popular periodicals of the late 19th century. View slideshows of Puck cartoons and Take the Puck Challenge, an innovative, interactive series of riddles designed to give readers insight to the p Read More Go to Site

		Valley Forge ^Votes:0 HOME \| History \| Who Served \| Washington \| For Kids \| FAQs \| Visiting \| Links \| Guest book Welcome to Valley Forge V alley Forge is the story of the six month encampment of the Continental Army of the newly formed United States of America under the command of General George Washington, a few miles from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Though no battle was fought here from December 19, 1777 to June 19, 1778, a struggle against the elements and low morale was overcome on this sacred ground. "Naked and starving as they are we cannot enough admire the incomparable patience and fidelity of the soldiery." -General George Washington at Valley Forge, February 16, 1778. Click here for full text of letter This website was launched on Washington's Birthday, February 22, 1996. The History Hungry, Read More Go to Site

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		Women's biographies: Distinguished Women of Past and Present ^Votes:0 Distinguished Women of Past and Present "But history, real solemn history, I cannot be interested in... I read it a little as a duty, but it tells me nothing that does not either vex or weary me. The quarrels of popes and kings, with wars or pestilences, in every page; the men all so good for nothing, and hardly any women at all -- it is very tiresome" -- Catherine Morland in Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey (1817) Search by Subject (Chronological before 20th century) Search by Name Black History Month Search the Net Books about Women Why I created this site We're currently updating the site. Not only will it look better, it will have many new features including better searching. Keep checking back! This site has biographies of women who contributed to our culture in many different ways. The Read More Go to Site

		World History : HyperHistory ^Votes:0 World History : HyperHistory Read More Go to Site

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