Articles related to "United States History"
Causes of the Civil War: The Compromise of 1850 and the Fugitive Slave Law
clay's compromise • fugitive slave law • civil war causes • slavery • united states
clay's compromise • fugitive slave law • civil war causes • slavery • united states
Causes of the Civil War: The Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854
causes of the civil war • kansas-nebraska act of 1854 • united states • history
causes of the civil war • kansas-nebraska act of 1854 • united states • history
Collecting a Painful Past: Black Memorabilia
Many African Americans have become avid collectors of black history antiques, ephemera, militaria and objects which help them understand their own pasts.
african american • black history • african-american • slavery • united states history
Many African Americans have become avid collectors of black history antiques, ephemera, militaria and objects which help them understand their own pasts.
african american • black history • african-american • slavery • united states history
HIRAM REVELS: The First African American U.S. Senator
A profile of Hiram Revels, a politican, minister and educator who became the first African American United States senator.
african american politics united states history
A profile of Hiram Revels, a politican, minister and educator who became the first African American United States senator.
african american politics united states history
American History Paper Topics
Do you need a topic for an American history essay? Here's some of the highlights of the last 250 years or so to get you started!
american history • paper topic • united states history • timeline • the american revolution
Do you need a topic for an American history essay? Here's some of the highlights of the last 250 years or so to get you started!
american history • paper topic • united states history • timeline • the american revolution
Battle of York Renewed American Hopes
The Battle of York reversed a year's worth of disappointment for the American cause in the War of 1812 but may have led to the burning of Washington later in the war.
war of 1812 • battle of york • toronto history • zebulon pike • henry dearborn
The Battle of York reversed a year's worth of disappointment for the American cause in the War of 1812 but may have led to the burning of Washington later in the war.
war of 1812 • battle of york • toronto history • zebulon pike • henry dearborn
Cedar Creek Part I: A Prelude to Battle
This article presents the events which led to the Battle of Cedar Creek in October 1864. This is the first of a three-part piece.
philip sheridan • cedar creek • battle of • 1864 • jubal early
This article presents the events which led to the Battle of Cedar Creek in October 1864. This is the first of a three-part piece.
philip sheridan • cedar creek • battle of • 1864 • jubal early
Cedar Creek Part II: Early Attacks Sheridan
The second of a three-part article about this finale of the Valley Campaign of 1864. This piece details the actual happenings of the battle on October 19, 1864.
cedar creek • jubal early • philip sheridan • valley campaign • u.s. civil war
The second of a three-part article about this finale of the Valley Campaign of 1864. This piece details the actual happenings of the battle on October 19, 1864.
cedar creek • jubal early • philip sheridan • valley campaign • u.s. civil war
Cry for the Rebirth of Unity
A special article dedicated to the resolve of what it means to be an American, and why it is necessary to maintain a sense of vigilance and dignity.
liberty • honor • justice • safety • dignity
A special article dedicated to the resolve of what it means to be an American, and why it is necessary to maintain a sense of vigilance and dignity.
liberty • honor • justice • safety • dignity
Keeping the Memory Alive: Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Maya Ying Lin: Her strength through diversity was enough to grate against protestors and with hearts of her supporters.
maya ying lin • vietnam veterans memorial • sculpture • dedication • memory
Maya Ying Lin: Her strength through diversity was enough to grate against protestors and with hearts of her supporters.
maya ying lin • vietnam veterans memorial • sculpture • dedication • memory
Riverside, California's Historic Mission Inn
Stunning, ornate, legendary - the St. Francis Chapel at Riverside, California's Historic Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is a monument to its visionary: Frank Augustus Miller.
wedding destinations • historic hotels • mission inn • united states history • southern california history
Stunning, ornate, legendary - the St. Francis Chapel at Riverside, California's Historic Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is a monument to its visionary: Frank Augustus Miller.
wedding destinations • historic hotels • mission inn • united states history • southern california history
Bellingham History Precedes a City of Rich Cultural Heritage
Bellingham is a beautiful Northwest Washington State city. Its colorful history set the scene for a prominent cultural environment that still exists today.
bellingham • washington • francisco eliza • captain george vancouver • george whidbey
Bellingham is a beautiful Northwest Washington State city. Its colorful history set the scene for a prominent cultural environment that still exists today.
bellingham • washington • francisco eliza • captain george vancouver • george whidbey
United States Destiny
Douglas Brinkley narrative covers the major events of United States history. This book is a good beginning for someone who wants to the basics of United States history.
douglas brinkley • united states history • who was amerigo vespucci • columbus day celebrations • native americans and columbus
Douglas Brinkley narrative covers the major events of United States history. This book is a good beginning for someone who wants to the basics of United States history.
douglas brinkley • united states history • who was amerigo vespucci • columbus day celebrations • native americans and columbus
What was the Curse of Maman-ti, Owl Prophet?
This medicine man was the force behind great War Chiefs including Lone Wolf and Satanta. His primary rival for tribal leadership and foe was Kicking Bird.
maman-ti’s curse • owl prophet’s curse • maman-ti’s death curse • owl prophet’s death curse • maman-ti
This medicine man was the force behind great War Chiefs including Lone Wolf and Satanta. His primary rival for tribal leadership and foe was Kicking Bird.
maman-ti’s curse • owl prophet’s curse • maman-ti’s death curse • owl prophet’s death curse • maman-ti
Why the South Lost or How the North Won?: Part 2
This article is a continuation as to how the Civil War has been interpreted and those factors leading the South down to defeat.
civil war • united states history • american reconstruction and the gilded age • melanie storie • confederate states of america
This article is a continuation as to how the Civil War has been interpreted and those factors leading the South down to defeat.
civil war • united states history • american reconstruction and the gilded age • melanie storie • confederate states of america
Labor Movement
Improvements in working conditions began to take shape as more and more workers joined unions. The concerns were long hours, child labor, and safety issues.
labor unions • american federation of labor & african americans • women's suffrage movement • women vote • triangle shirtwaist factory
Improvements in working conditions began to take shape as more and more workers joined unions. The concerns were long hours, child labor, and safety issues.
labor unions • american federation of labor & african americans • women's suffrage movement • women vote • triangle shirtwaist factory
History of the United States Book Review
Douglas Brinkley points out that this is one of many books on the history of the United States and that his particular perspective is the political and economic history.
history of the united states • christopher columbus • atlantic coastal history • early fifteenth century • late twentieth century
Douglas Brinkley points out that this is one of many books on the history of the United States and that his particular perspective is the political and economic history.
history of the united states • christopher columbus • atlantic coastal history • early fifteenth century • late twentieth century
Listening to the Voices of the Oppressed
By the 1930s new interpretations of the South, the Civil War, and slavery were being considered because of the first person perspectives of former slaves.
the new deal’s federal writer’s project • interviews of former slaves • the study of black life • charles s. johnson • john cade
By the 1930s new interpretations of the South, the Civil War, and slavery were being considered because of the first person perspectives of former slaves.
the new deal’s federal writer’s project • interviews of former slaves • the study of black life • charles s. johnson • john cade
Albert Einstein
Albert Einstein was born in the German town of Ulm during the year 1879.
albert einstein • jewish • outstanding scientific legacy • germany • switzerland
Albert Einstein was born in the German town of Ulm during the year 1879.
albert einstein • jewish • outstanding scientific legacy • germany • switzerland
American History for Travelers
A Traveller's History of the USA gives visitors to America a potted history of the country, covering people, places, culture, politics, and all in one paperback book.
traveller's history of the usa • historical travel guide • american politics and culture • understanding north america for visitors • brief summary of us places and people
A Traveller's History of the USA gives visitors to America a potted history of the country, covering people, places, culture, politics, and all in one paperback book.
traveller's history of the usa • historical travel guide • american politics and culture • understanding north america for visitors • brief summary of us places and people
Cassie's Sweet Berry Pie: A Civil War Story
Want to read a great Civil War story? <i>Cassie's Sweet Berry Pie</i> is excellent.
cassies sweet berry pie • a civil war story • kids civil war story • war story for kids • civil war story for kids
Want to read a great Civil War story? <i>Cassie's Sweet Berry Pie</i> is excellent.
cassies sweet berry pie • a civil war story • kids civil war story • war story for kids • civil war story for kids
Factory Disasters in the United States
United States government officials and labor unions worked together to make changes to improve working conditions after one hundred factory workers died during a fire.
triangle shirtwaist factory fire • labor unions better working conditions • united states government helps workers • international ladies’ garment workers union • a fl barred skilled african americans
United States government officials and labor unions worked together to make changes to improve working conditions after one hundred factory workers died during a fire.
triangle shirtwaist factory fire • labor unions better working conditions • united states government helps workers • international ladies’ garment workers union • a fl barred skilled african americans
Famous Descendants of Quaker Families
Quaker families produced many famous descendants, including politicians, artists and eight U.S. presidents.
famous quakers • eight u.s. presidents from quaker families • abraham lincoln had quaker ancestors • calvin coolidge has quaker lineage • gerald ford from quaker family
Quaker families produced many famous descendants, including politicians, artists and eight U.S. presidents.
famous quakers • eight u.s. presidents from quaker families • abraham lincoln had quaker ancestors • calvin coolidge has quaker lineage • gerald ford from quaker family
Hands-on Thanksgiving Fun
Adding kids crafts and hands-on activities to your Thanksgiving unit study could be just what you need to spark their interest.
thanksgiving • thanksgiving crafts • thanksgiving mini posters • thanksgiving notebook craft • original thansgiving dinner
Adding kids crafts and hands-on activities to your Thanksgiving unit study could be just what you need to spark their interest.
thanksgiving • thanksgiving crafts • thanksgiving mini posters • thanksgiving notebook craft • original thansgiving dinner
Lee's leadership at the Battle of Gettysburg
Contemporaries, historians, as well as military experts have debated General Lee's leadership at the Battle of Gettysburg as a possible cause of the Confederate defeat.
lee’s leadership at the battle of gettysburg • lee forced the union forces into fighting • lee – outfought and outthought • american civil war • robert e. lee
Contemporaries, historians, as well as military experts have debated General Lee's leadership at the Battle of Gettysburg as a possible cause of the Confederate defeat.
lee’s leadership at the battle of gettysburg • lee forced the union forces into fighting • lee – outfought and outthought • american civil war • robert e. lee
Melamine Contaminates Fish Food
Once again, melamine was in the news in November 2008 when inspectors found dangerously high levels of the toxic chemical in fish feed.
melamine • pet food • aquarium fish food • pet food recall • pet food market
Once again, melamine was in the news in November 2008 when inspectors found dangerously high levels of the toxic chemical in fish feed.
melamine • pet food • aquarium fish food • pet food recall • pet food market
Prelude to the Battle of Cross Keys
In the Battle of Cross Keys the Confederate forces were commanded by Stonewall Jackson, whilst the Union forces were commanded by George McClellan.
prelude to the battle of cross keys • major engagement in the american civil war • well led confederates • poor performing union forces • stonewall jackson
In the Battle of Cross Keys the Confederate forces were commanded by Stonewall Jackson, whilst the Union forces were commanded by George McClellan.
prelude to the battle of cross keys • major engagement in the american civil war • well led confederates • poor performing union forces • stonewall jackson
Review: Under My Skin
One woman journeys across the world in search of her Big Love. She meets an online pen pal, encounters political tragedy, and discovers what she left behind.
book review • online pen pal • political upheaval • death • new york city
One woman journeys across the world in search of her Big Love. She meets an online pen pal, encounters political tragedy, and discovers what she left behind.
book review • online pen pal • political upheaval • death • new york city
State Quarters Program Ends, New Programs Begin
After ten years, the U.S. Mint has finally commemorated all 50 states on the reverse of a 25-cent piece. But new coins are coming in the next twelve months.
state quarters • d.c. and territory quarters • u.s. mint • lincoln penny designs • quarter designs
After ten years, the U.S. Mint has finally commemorated all 50 states on the reverse of a 25-cent piece. But new coins are coming in the next twelve months.
state quarters • d.c. and territory quarters • u.s. mint • lincoln penny designs • quarter designs
Terrorism Risk Insurance
Will insurances companies have to pay out claims in the event of a terrorist attack? If they don't, should the government assume responsibility?
terrorism risk insurance • terrorism risk insurance act 2002 • terrorism risk insurance act • terrorism risk insurance policies • terrorism insurance
Will insurances companies have to pay out claims in the event of a terrorist attack? If they don't, should the government assume responsibility?
terrorism risk insurance • terrorism risk insurance act 2002 • terrorism risk insurance act • terrorism risk insurance policies • terrorism insurance
The aftermath of the Battle of Iwo Jima
the United States had gained complete control of both the air and the sea by the time they launched their attack on the island of Iwo Jima faced determined resistance
the aftermath of the battle of iwo jima • japan put in range of american air strikes • japan’s penultimate stand • japan put in range • the american use of atomic bombs
the United States had gained complete control of both the air and the sea by the time they launched their attack on the island of Iwo Jima faced determined resistance
the aftermath of the battle of iwo jima • japan put in range of american air strikes • japan’s penultimate stand • japan put in range • the american use of atomic bombs
The American West by Dee Brown
Brown focuses on three areas of the western movement: Native Americans, settlers, and ranchers. He begins his first chapter with a quote from a letter written in 1838.
the american west by dee brown • moving spirit of western migration • the western edge and the great divide • treeless plains • where buffalo roam
Brown focuses on three areas of the western movement: Native Americans, settlers, and ranchers. He begins his first chapter with a quote from a letter written in 1838.
the american west by dee brown • moving spirit of western migration • the western edge and the great divide • treeless plains • where buffalo roam
A Universal Responsibility
A discussion of the Columbine High School shooting in Colorado and the responsibility of parents.
muslim parents • columbine high school • high school shooting
A discussion of the Columbine High School shooting in Colorado and the responsibility of parents.
muslim parents • columbine high school • high school shooting
Assessing Technology Integration
Assesing the effectiveness of technology integration is the topic of this week's article on technology in education.
technology • integration • education • assessment • computers
Assesing the effectiveness of technology integration is the topic of this week's article on technology in education.
technology • integration • education • assessment • computers
Billie Jean King vs. Bobby Riggs
Paired with the Title IX amendment and the rules specific to sports, King's defeat of Riggs paved the way for the female athletes of today.
billie jean king • bobby riggs • title ix • tennis • title ix amendment
Paired with the Title IX amendment and the rules specific to sports, King's defeat of Riggs paved the way for the female athletes of today.
billie jean king • bobby riggs • title ix • tennis • title ix amendment
Carp Fishing America
Once regarded as a "trash fish" in the United States, the carp is slowly becoming a popular game fish across America.
carp fishing america • carp fishing competition • hair rig • carp bait • bottom feeder
Once regarded as a "trash fish" in the United States, the carp is slowly becoming a popular game fish across America.
carp fishing america • carp fishing competition • hair rig • carp bait • bottom feeder
College Level Exam Program
An overview of the College Level Exam Program is provided along with reasons for taking these exams, types of exams, and tips for successful completion of exams.
college level exam program • continuing education • clep exams • reasons for taking clep exams • college level exam program topics
An overview of the College Level Exam Program is provided along with reasons for taking these exams, types of exams, and tips for successful completion of exams.
college level exam program • continuing education • clep exams • reasons for taking clep exams • college level exam program topics
Four Reasons to Travel by Train
Taking the train is a greener and often cheaper way to travel. While it takes longer than flying, it is quicker than driving, and in both cases is likely to cost less.
travel • us travel • train travel • budget travel • transportation. budget transportation
Taking the train is a greener and often cheaper way to travel. While it takes longer than flying, it is quicker than driving, and in both cases is likely to cost less.
travel • us travel • train travel • budget travel • transportation. budget transportation
Homeschool Laws in New Jersey
Homeschooling in New Jersey is pretty simple in terms of getting started. Learn what laws are in place for this eastern state.
homeschooling in new jersey • new jersey homeschool laws • homeschool regulations • hslda • new jersey department of education
Homeschooling in New Jersey is pretty simple in terms of getting started. Learn what laws are in place for this eastern state.
homeschooling in new jersey • new jersey homeschool laws • homeschool regulations • hslda • new jersey department of education
Kennedy Memoir Addresses Chappaquiddick Tragedy
Senator Ted Kennedy's memoirs of his tumultuous life will be published posthumously this year. The book will focus on all aspects of Kennedy's life, including scandals.
ted kennedy • mary jo kopechne • chappaquiddick • chappaquiddick incident • true compass
Senator Ted Kennedy's memoirs of his tumultuous life will be published posthumously this year. The book will focus on all aspects of Kennedy's life, including scandals.
ted kennedy • mary jo kopechne • chappaquiddick • chappaquiddick incident • true compass
Multicultural Parenting
By age 8, children clearly recognize racial differences between themselves and their peers.
multicultural parenting • teaching multiethnic values at home • parenting methods • encourage children to speak native language • racial identity
By age 8, children clearly recognize racial differences between themselves and their peers.
multicultural parenting • teaching multiethnic values at home • parenting methods • encourage children to speak native language • racial identity
Nantucket Shipwrecks - Part 2
Part 2 of a 2-part article series on Nantucket's most famous wrecks. In part 2: Andrea Doria, Alice B. Lawrence, Edward E. Briry, Argo Merchant, and the Kershaw.
ship • wreck • shipwreck • dive • disaster
Part 2 of a 2-part article series on Nantucket's most famous wrecks. In part 2: Andrea Doria, Alice B. Lawrence, Edward E. Briry, Argo Merchant, and the Kershaw.
ship • wreck • shipwreck • dive • disaster
Obama or McCain for President?
The 2008 election is one of the most important elections in the United States history. For "undecided" voters, here are tips to guide you to a decision.
2008 election • obama or mccain • who should i vote for • campaign 2008 • independents and election
The 2008 election is one of the most important elections in the United States history. For "undecided" voters, here are tips to guide you to a decision.
2008 election • obama or mccain • who should i vote for • campaign 2008 • independents and election
Republican Frontrunners for 2012
America just elected Barack Obama president, and Democrats are focused on the transition to the White House. Some Republicans, however, are already looking to 2012.
possible republican presidential nominees • 2012 u.s. presidential election • sarah palin • tim pawlenty • bobby jindal
America just elected Barack Obama president, and Democrats are focused on the transition to the White House. Some Republicans, however, are already looking to 2012.
possible republican presidential nominees • 2012 u.s. presidential election • sarah palin • tim pawlenty • bobby jindal
Spanish Flu of 1918 - Global Flu Pandemic
The swine flu is not the first major flu outbreak to sweep the globe, and looking back provides a glimpse at the enormity of a pandemic health crisis.
flu 1918 • spanish flu • flu pandemic • global flu outbreak • major flu outbreak
The swine flu is not the first major flu outbreak to sweep the globe, and looking back provides a glimpse at the enormity of a pandemic health crisis.
flu 1918 • spanish flu • flu pandemic • global flu outbreak • major flu outbreak
The 1936 St. Patrick's Day Flood
The worst flooding in Cumberland, Maryland's long history of flooding was also on St. Patrick's Day 1936.
st. patrick's day 1936 flood • cumberland maryland floods • recovering from flooding • western maryland flood • potomac river flooding
The worst flooding in Cumberland, Maryland's long history of flooding was also on St. Patrick's Day 1936.
st. patrick's day 1936 flood • cumberland maryland floods • recovering from flooding • western maryland flood • potomac river flooding
The Antietam Illumination
Memories of fallen Union and Confederate soldiers light up the night at a sacred battlefield.
antietam • antietam national battlefield • antietam battlefield • illumination • civil war
Memories of fallen Union and Confederate soldiers light up the night at a sacred battlefield.
antietam • antietam national battlefield • antietam battlefield • illumination • civil war
The Battle of the Bulge
The Battle of the Bulge is known officially as the Battle of the Ardennes. Fighting between Allied and Axis forces waged from December 16, 1944 until January 25, 1945.
battle of the bulge • battle of the ardennes • allied forces • axis forces • ardennes
The Battle of the Bulge is known officially as the Battle of the Ardennes. Fighting between Allied and Axis forces waged from December 16, 1944 until January 25, 1945.
battle of the bulge • battle of the ardennes • allied forces • axis forces • ardennes
The Difference Between Apple Juice and Cider
What makes apple cider, an autumn favorite, different from its year-round counterpart, apple juice? It comes down to the amount of processing the apples undergo.
apple cider • apple juice • how to make cider • apple cider juice • apple hard cider
What makes apple cider, an autumn favorite, different from its year-round counterpart, apple juice? It comes down to the amount of processing the apples undergo.
apple cider • apple juice • how to make cider • apple cider juice • apple hard cider
The Free Exercise of Religion Clause
The Free Exercise of Religion Clause in the First Amendment to the Constitution designates all citizens' right to free practice of religion.
free exercise clause • free exercise of religion • free exercise supreme court • establishment clause first amendment • free exercise first amendment
The Free Exercise of Religion Clause in the First Amendment to the Constitution designates all citizens' right to free practice of religion.
free exercise clause • free exercise of religion • free exercise supreme court • establishment clause first amendment • free exercise first amendment
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