An English translation of the Code of Hammurabi.

Discusses the history of the African American community in Hartford, Connecticut, in terms of the migration of former slaves to the city right after the end of the Civil War. Also discusses a second wave of migration as African Americans...

In-depth analysis of the decision to create and drop the atomic bomb on Japan during World War II. Includes details on the Interim Committee.

Lesson for K-12 using historical map teaches learners about the relationship between perspectives of the world and map projections.

An excellent discussion of Miami's colorful history from pre-European days up to modern times. Covers topics such as the Seminole Wars, the birth of Miami, the Everglades drainage project, Colored Town, the land boom, the Great...

The history of the Internet is explained nontechnically in an easily accessible format. This portal compiles information starting with the early beginnings of the Internet through predictions on where the Internet will take us in the...

Learn about the World Trade Center through sounds, interviews, personal story audios, and pictures. While there is a focus on the events and aftermath of September 11, 2001, many of the stories speak about life in and around the World...

Discusses the nature of the atom, harnessing nuclear fission, conceiving the atomic bomb, the Manhattan Project, and the revival of the nuclear boiler.

This icon of classical architecture perched atop the Acropolis has dominated the Athens skyline for 2,500 years. Few monuments in the world are more recognizable than the Parthenon. Sitting atop a limestone hill rising some 500 feet...

Part of the Library of Congress Veteran History Project, these stories tell of life altering occurrences events that occurred while on a mission, and the wait for those at home. These are historical and primary-source first person...

In this instructional activity students choose a local landmark or site located in the Shoals area and research that site's contribution to history. Students demonstrate their knowledge of a specific Shoals area landmark or site by...