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History

  1. "I Do Solemnly Swear..." -

    Presidential Inaugurations from George Washington's in 1789 to Barack Obama's inauguration in 2009 (from the Library of Congress).
  2. 1492: An Ongoing Voyage -

    Includes topics "What Came To Be Called 'America'," The Mediterranean World," Christopher Columbus: Man and Myth," "Inventing America," and "Europe Claims America." From the Library of Congress.
  3. A Biography of America -

    Broken into 26 topics from pre-colonial through 1999. Includes interactive features, key events of the period, maps, a video and a transcript that covers the period, as well as web links for further research.
  4. A Chronology of U.S. Historical Documents -

    From the Magna Carta to President Barack H. Obama's 2012 State of the Union Address.
  5. Academic Earth -

    Full video courses and lectures from the world's leading scholars. Includes a large number of subjects, from Art & Architecture, Economics, History, Law, Literature, Psychology, Test Preparation, and much, much more!
  6. Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences -
  7. Access to Archival Databases (AAD) -

    From the National Archives and Records Administration.
  8. African American History -

    A website maintained by the University of Washington libraries containing links to numerous sites dealing with African American history.
  9. African-American Cemeteries Online -
  10. African-American Mosaic -

    From the Library of Congress.
  11. African-American Women's History -
  12. Africana Heritage Project -

    "Rediscovering the Names and Lives of Slaves, Freedpersons, and Their Descendants."
  13. Africans in America -

    From PBS.
  14. Age of Imperialism (United States) -
  15. Alfred Packer Collection at the Colorado State Archives -

    Includes chronology, photographs, trial transcripts, confessions, etc.
  16. America the Bountiful -

    10 classic American food groups and their history and role in American culture.
  17. America's Story from America's Library -

    Discover the stories of America's past.
  18. America's Wars -

    Information from the Department of Veterans Affairs that includes deaths, casualties, living veterans, total service members and more.
  19. American Civil War Collection -

    Primary source material on the American Civil War, including letters, diaries, and newspapers. From the University of Virginia Library.
  20. American Civil War Home Page -

    Primary sources, photos, regimental histories, etc.
  21. American Experience -

    Watch over 250 films covering the American Experience from Dinosaur Wars to the Polio Crusade, to Amelia Earhart. Also included are teacher's guides, biographies, interactive maps, primary resources, timelines, and much much more. From PBS.
  22. American Experience: The Time of the Lincolns -

    From PBS - information about politics, slavery & freedom, americans at war, a woman's world, and more. Includes primary sources, videos and essays.
  23. American History -

    Comprehensive: 18th Century - present; organized by era and topic.
  24. American Indian Heritage Month -

    History, tribes, words, statistics, reservations, etc.
  25. American Presidency Project -

    Collection of resources on the study of the President of the United States. Includes over 90,000 items in their document archive, searchable by date, document type, and president. Also includes extensive presidential data including relations with Congress, popularity, public appearances, disabilities, elections, and more.
  26. American Prisoners of War -

    Provides the numbers and status of POWs and MIAs listed by conflict.
  27. American Rhetoric Online Speech Bank -

    Over 5000 full text, audio, and/or video versions of public speeches, sermons, lectures, debates.
  28. American Rhetoric Top 100 Speeches of the 20th Century -
  29. American Women - Library of Congress Resources for Women's History and Culture in the U.S. -
  30. American Women's History: A Research Guide -
  31. Ancient Egypt -

    From the British Museum, includes daily life, gods & goddesses, mummification, pharaoh, pyramids, temples, time, trades, and writing.
  32. Ancient History - BBC -

    Includes sections on archaeology, Egyptians, Greeks, British Prehistory, Romans, Vikings, Anglo-Saxons, Ancient India, and Other Cultures.
  33. Ancient Mesopotamia: This History, Our History -

    Includes information about life in Mesopotamia, artifact interactives, and more.
  34. Architectural History -

    From Wikipedia - includes links to many eras and styles.
  35. Architecture History -

    From Yahoo!
  36. Architecture Timeline -

    Explore architecture through the ages.
  37. Archiving Early America -

    Primary source material from 18th Century America: documents, maps, music, firsts.
  38. Art History -

    Part of the Open Directory Project, this site provides links to information about artists, movements, museums, and stolen and looted art.
  39. Art History Resources on the Web -
  40. Atlas of Historical County Boundaries -

    Find state and national data on historical county maps.
  41. Authentic History Center -

    Primary sources of radio programs, music, news, sounds from different periods of American history.
  42. Avalon Project -

    Law, history, and diplomacy documents from 1st Century B.C. - 21st Century.
  43. Battle Lines: Letters from America's Wars -
  44. Best of History Web Sites -

    For educators, students, and enthusiasts; rated sites on topics and periods.
  45. Biographical Dictionary - S9.com -

    Editable dictionary contains 33,000 notable people from ancient times to present day.
  46. Biography.com -

    Short biographies of over 25,000 contemporary and historical figures.
  47. Black History Milestones -

    From History.com.
  48. Black History Month -

    Provides information on African American history, current issues, famous African Americans, holidays, etc.
  49. Black History Month -

    History, timelines, statistics, issues, quizzes, etc. from Infoplease.
  50. Black History Month: February 2013 -

    Facts for Features from the U.S. Census Bureau.
  51. Black Oral History Collection -

    Interviews with African American pioneers and their descendants.
  52. Brainy History -

    Events by year, events on any day, notable birthdays, important deaths.
  53. Buffalo Soldiers Research Museum -
  54. Celebrate Black History Month in Colorado -

    From Colorado.com.
  55. Celebrating Black History on the Web -

    From University of Colorado at Boulder.
  56. Celebrating Hispanic Heritage -

    From Gale - includes activities , biographies, music, timeline, links.
  57. Chronicling America -

    From the Library of Congress - provides free access to millions of historic American newspaper pages.
  58. Cinco de Mayo -
  59. Cinco de mayo de 1862 -

    La Batalla de Puebla (dual-language: English and Spanish).
  60. Civil Rights Digital Library (CRDL) -

    Browse events, places, people, and topics. From the Digital Library of Georgia.
  61. Civil War 150: A Commemoration by the Smithsonian -

    Includes museum exhibitions, online blogs, videos, and artifacts, and much more.
  62. Civil War Preservation Trust -

    Preservation of endangered Civil War battlefields.
  63. Civil War Soldiers and Sailors System (CWSS) -

    Search for soldiers or sailors who fought in the Civil War, find information on regiments, battles, prisoners, medals of honor, cemeteries, and monuments. From the National Park Service.
  64. Classic TV -

    Includes information about episodes, theme songs, commercials, cartoons, trivia, networks, and history.
  65. Clothing and Costumes Websites -

    General, locality specific, jewelry and accessories.
  66. Colonial Williamsburg -

    Learn about life in the 18th century, including information on key people of Williamsburg, education and religion, daily life, clothing, gardens, architecture, music, and more.
  67. Colorado 1876 State Constitution -

    From the Colorado State Archives.
  68. Colorado Archaeologists & Preservationists -

    From History Colorado - includes information on Archaeology & Historic Preservation month, national & state registers, city & county preservation programs, cultural resource management, permits, statutes & regulations, state preservation plan, useful resources, and much more.
  69. Colorado by the Numbers -

    Online statistical abstract for the state of Colorado. Provides links to government information on topics such as crime, education, health, endangered species, immigration, poverty, taxation, transportation, and much more.
  70. Colorado Education -

    Information about Colorado such as emblems, symbols, history, biography, library resources, as well as information for parents, educators and students.
  71. Colorado Governors Since 1861 -

    Includes links to photos, biographies, and party affiliation.
  72. Colorado History -

    Colorado Indians, miners, cities, virtual field trips, ranchers, trappers, etc.
  73. Colorado History Chronology (Colorado State Archives) -
  74. Colorado History for Kids & Students -

    From History Colorado - includes homework help, games, biographies, activities, etc.
  75. Colorado Legislators Past & Present -
  76. Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum -

    "Guided by a mission to collect, preserve, research, and interpret the history and culture of the Pikes Peak Region, the Museum features permanent exhibits on the history of the area and changing exhibits on topics of broad interest."
  77. Colorado State Archives -

    Information on history, geography, tourism, and family history.
  78. Colorado State Capitol -

    Learn more about the architecture of the building, early capitol & legislative locations, history, fact sheets and more.
  79. Colorado State Seal -

    History, description and use of the seal.
  80. Colorado Virtual Library -

    Website is divided into three sections: "Colorado Histories" where you can find biographies and Colorado history; "Tech Help" which provides lessons on computing from the very basics to digital photography to e-books and other gadgets; and "Tools for Tough Times" which provides a jobhunter's guide, small business information, food & shelter, health, money management, and legal assistance.
  81. Colorado's Historic Newspaper Collection -

    View digitized newspapers 1859-1923 or search for articles, pictures, ads.
  82. Colorado's Past -

    Historical information, museums and historic sites, tour of the capitol, history for kids, and more.
  83. Columbia Space Shuttle Disaster -

    History.com
  84. Compilation of Presidential Documents -

    From the U.S. Government Printing Office - covers 1992 to present.
  85. Core Documents of U.S. Democracy -

    Cornerstone, presidential, judicial, and congressional documents.
  86. Costume History -

    Prehistoric-2000s by period, e.g., ancient Greek, Italian Renaissance, 1920s, etc.
  87. Costume Page -

    Museums, organizations, history, ethnic, theatrical, Halloween, accessories, supplies.
  88. Costumer's Manifesto -

    Accessories, supplies, patterns, underwear, ethnic, military, religious, history by period.
  89. Costumes and Clothing -

    History of clothing and historic ethnic and regional dress from around the world.
  90. Culinary History -

    A selection of websites from the New York Public Library.
  91. Current Events -

    From InfoPlease - includes major U.S., world, business, and science news events from 1997 to the present.
  92. Dance History Research and Scholarship -
  93. Day of the Dead -

    Día de los Muertos - from Answers.com.
  94. Declaration of Independence -

    Library of Congress exhibition: chronology, history, images of key documents.
  95. Declaration of Independence -

    Information on the writing, publicizing, and printing of the Declaration.
  96. Declaration of Independence -

    From the National Archives, also includes the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
  97. Denver Museum of Nature & Science -
  98. Denver Public Library Western History Digital Photograph Collection -

    Digital collections include Western History, Colorado History, Auraria Library, and Creating Communities.
  99. Día de los Muertos -

    Day of the Dead - history, postcards, food, crafts, photos, etc.
  100. Digital History - Online Textbook -

    Interactive timelines, primary sources, multimedia exhibits, obituaries, newspaper articles and more.
  101. Digital Vaults -

    Online interactive exhibit showing interconnecting primary source documents, photographs, and multimedia.
  102. Digitized Primary American History Sources -

    From University of Northern Iowa.
  103. Disability History Museum -
  104. Diversity Timeline -

    "An overview of segregation and integration, cultural and gender diversity in American history, from the 1600s through today." From PBS.
  105. Documenting the American South -

    Collection of primary resources related to southern history, literature, and culture.
  106. Documents / Archives / Photos -

    Links to the Documents/Archives/Photos within the History section of Recommended Websites.
  107. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. -

    Legacy, chronology, biography, and more, from The King Center.
  108. Duke University Digital Advertising Collections -

    Includes: Ad*Access: Over 7,000 digitized ads; AdViews: A Digital Archive of Television Commercials, Emergence of Advertising in America: 1850 - 1920; Medicine and Madison Avenue; Outdoor Advertising Association of America Archives, 1885 - 1990s, and much more.
  109. Earth Calendar -

    Holidays and celebrations around the world by date, country, religion.
  110. Edward S. Curtis' The North American Indian -

    Part of the American Memory project by the Library of Congress, contains electronic versions of the photographs taken by Edward S. Curtis of the various Native American tribes.
  111. Egyptians - History -

    Hieroglyphs, magic, pyramids, ancient history, timelines, multimedia.
  112. Ellis Island -

    Includes information on the Ellis Island Immigrant Experience, history of Ellis Island, a timeline, photo albums, family histories, and more.
  113. Ethnic Costume and Textile Links -

    Traditional dress of the world.
  114. Famous Inventions: A to Z -

    From About.com.
  115. Fashion-Era -

    Illustrated fashion and costume history.
  116. Feeding America: The Historic American Cookbook Project -

    Online collection of 76 cookbooks from the late 18th to early 20th century. Also features a glossary of cooking terms, and photos of antique cooking implements. From the Michigan State University Library.
  117. Flickr -

    An online photo management and sharing application.
  118. Food History -

    This site contains many links to various food history topics.
  119. Food Timeline -

    History of foods 17,000 B.C. - 1990s, with recipes.
  120. Footwear of the Middle Ages -

    "An ongoing examination of the history and development of footwear and shoemaking techniques up to the end of the sixteenth century."
  121. Fourth of July -

    Facts and statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau.
  122. Freedmen's Bureau Online -

    Records on murders and outrages, marriages, labor; Preservation Act of 2000.
  123. GLBT Historical Society -
  124. Glen Eyrie Castle -

    Former estate of General William Jackson Palmer.
  125. Gods and Heroes in Greek Mythology -

    Links and resources on Greek Gods, Greek Mythology Stories, Heroes, Roman Gods, Trojan War, Women in Myth, and more. From About.com.
  126. Great Idea Finder -

    Find out about inventors and inventions.
  127. Greatest Engineering Achievements of the 20th Century -

    Includes history and timelines.
  128. Hanukkah -

    From Answers.com.
  129. HEARTH: Home Economics Archive -

    Research, tradition, and history from 1850-1950.
  130. Hispanic Heritage Month for Kids -

    Biographies, statistics, countries, quizzes, crosswords.
  131. Historic Fountain Colorado -

    Find photographs, stories, land records, and biographies of the settlers of Fountain, Colorado.
  132. Historical Census Data Browser -

    From the University of Virginia Library.
  133. Historical Periods in Television Technology -

    Sponsored by the Federal Communications Commission, this site chronicles television technology from 1880 to the present.
  134. History and Legends of Favorite Foods -
  135. History Channel -

    This site includes information and links to American and World History programming, TV listings, timelines, and video and audio clips.
  136. History Colorado -

    Includes links to information about preservation of historic properties, guidelines and regulations, statewide plans, guides to historical architects and builders of Colorado as well as architectural styles and forms, etc. (formerly known as the Colorado Historical Society).
  137. History in the News - The Middle East -

    History, culture, society, religion, economics, politics, maps.
  138. History of Art -

    This overview of art history from Wikipedia includes links to sites dedicated to Prehistoric, Ancient, Eastern, Western, Islamic, and Contemporary art.
  139. History of Colorado Springs -
  140. History of Costume -

    From Fact Monster - includes information from ancient clothing to the twentieth century.
  141. History of Valentine's Day -
  142. History of Women's Suffrage -
  143. History Place -

    American and World History. American Revolution and Civil War chronologies, special 20th c. topics, World War II, Vietnam, and a special feature on Nazi Germany and the holocaust.
  144. Holidays on the Net -
  145. Holocaust Victims Database -

    Victims' names; resource center, events, etc.
  146. Holocaust Encyclopedia -

    From the United States Holocaust Museum.
  147. How Valentine's Day Works -
  148. Hyperhistory Online -

    History, people, maps, events covering 3000 years of world history.
  149. Immigration in the United States -

    Collection of resources about the history and current issues of immigration in the United States.
  150. In The First Person -

    Letters, diaries, oral histories, and other personal narratives.
  151. Internet History Sourcebooks -

    Series of history primary sourcebooks covering ancient, medieval, and modern history. Subsidiary sourcebooks include African, East Asian, Global, Indian, Islamic, Jewish, Science, Women, and GLBT history.
  152. Invention Facts and Myths -

    Includes a timeline, inventor biography, trivia quiz, etc.
  153. IWitness -

    Contains more than 1,000 video testimonies of Holocaust survivors and other witnesses. From the University of Southern California.
  154. Japanese Internment Camp Links and Granada Relocation Center -

    From the Colorado State Archives.
  155. Juneteenth -
  156. Khan Academy -

    Over 3000 videos covering topics in math, science, history, civics, art, and test prep. Also offers over 315 practice exercises, teacher resources, and much more.
  157. Kwanzaa -

    From Answers.com.
  158. Law History -

    Many links to various law history topics.
  159. League of Nations Photo Archive -
  160. Legislative History of Hispanic Heritage Month -
  161. Lewis & Clark -

    Timelines, maps, journal entries, photographs and drawings.
  162. Library of Congress American Memory -

    Primary sources - history, photos, docs. Browse by topic, timeline, or location.
  163. Library of Congress' Photostream -

    Historical photograph collections available on Flickr.
  164. LIFE Photo Archive -

    From the 1750s to today.
  165. Lincoln / Net -

    Primary sources about Abraham Lincoln's Illinois years from 1830-1861 - includes interpretive materials, primary materials, a biography of Lincoln, and discussion of eight major historical themes.
  166. Major Costume Websites -
  167. Manitou Cliff Dwellings and Anasazi Museum -
  168. Manitou Springs Heritage Center -
  169. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service -
  170. Martin Luther King, Jr. Research and Education Institute -

    Includes the King Papers Project, curriculum, resources, an online encyclopedia and more.
  171. May Day -
  172. McAllister House Museum -
  173. Medieval and Renaissance Food: Sources, Recipes, and Articles -

    Includes food and recipes from the 14th through the 17th centuries.
  174. Medieval Cookery -

    Find medieval recipes and menus, online cookbooks, food-related paintings, and more.
  175. Memorial Day - History of the Holiday -
  176. Mesoweb -

    An exploration of Mesoamerican cultures, specifically the ancient cultures of Mexico and adjacent Central America, including the Olmec, Zapotec, Mixtec, Teotihuacan, Toltec, Aztec, and Maya. Specializes in the Maya and Maya history.
  177. Miramont Castle Museum -
  178. National American Indian Heritage Month -

    From the National Park Service.
  179. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) -
  180. National Archives Education Service -

    Sessions and resources covering a huge range of United Kingdom history, from life in the middle ages, the Tudors, Shakespeare, and English Civil Wars, growth of the British Empire, the Victorian period, suffragettes, World War I, World War II, the Cold War, civil rights, and much more. From the UK government's official archive.
  181. National Civil Rights Museum -
  182. National Geographic -

    Find information on photography, animals, environment, travel, adventure, and more!
  183. National Library Week -

    From the American Library Association.
  184. National Military Appreciation Month (May) -
  185. National Museum of the American Indian -
  186. National Register of Historic Places -
  187. National Women's Hall of Fame -
  188. National Women's History Project -
  189. Native American History -

    A research guide to primary and secondary sources for Native American history. From the University of Washington.
  190. Native Voices: Native Peoples' Concepts of Health and Illness -

    From the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Includes an online exhibition, timeline, interviews, online activities, suggested readings, and more.
  191. Navajo Code Talkers of WWII -
  192. Not By Bread Alone -

    America's Culinary Heritage.
  193. NRCS Photo Gallery -

    Natural Resources Conservation Service Photo Gallery contains photos from across the USA. Sortable by subject, the photos cover everything from crops, fires, wetlands, wildlife, historic, and even just beautiful scenic pictures. You can also narrow down by state to just view photographs set in Colorado.
  194. NuclearFiles.org -

    Includes a Nuclear Age timeline from atomic discovery through present date, key issues, biographies, treaties, and more. From the Nuclear Age Peace Foundation.
  195. Old Colorado City -

    Includes history, shops, events, etc.
  196. Old Colorado City Historical Society -
  197. Omnibiography -

    Over 110,000 Biographies Online.
  198. On This Day: Today's Highlights in History -

    From the New York Times.
  199. Our Documents -

    100 milestone documents in U.S. history from 1776-1965. Provides background information on each document and images of the originals.
  200. Our Flag -

    Provides information on the history of the flag, practices, observances, holidays, flying, folding, and caring for flags.
  201. Outline of U.S. History -

    From the U.S. Department of State.
  202. Panoramic Photographs -

    Cityscapes, landscapes, and portraits from the Library of Congress.
  203. Passover -

    From Answers.com.
  204. Perseus Project -

    A Tufts University project, this site provides access to images, descriptions, and histories of objects from ancient Greece.
  205. Personalized Timelines -

    Personalized timelines including historical events, people, and inventions; also people born in a given year.
  206. Photographs: America from the Great Depression to World War II -

    Includes over 160,000 photos.
  207. Picture Collection Online -

    From the New York Public Library. Includes U.S. History, Costumes, Indians, Slavery, NY City.
  208. Pikes Peak Regional History -

    From the Colorado Springs Pioneer Museum.
  209. Plane Crash Info.com -

    Includes statistics, famous deaths, 100 worst, etc.
  210. Prehistoric Timeline -

    From National Geographic.
  211. Presidential Libraries -
  212. Presidents of the United States (POTUS) -

    Background information, election results, cabinet members, notable events, and biographies for each U.S. President. From the Internet Public Library 2.
  213. Primary Documents in American History -

    From the Library of Congress; includes documents from 1763-1877.
  214. Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States -

    Covers 1995-2009.
  215. Ramadan -

    From Answers.com.
  216. Reading: Harvard Views of Readers, Readership, and Reading History -

    Includes links to historical textbooks, the science of reading, choosing books, using libraries, and much more.
  217. Regional History and Genealogy Information from PPLD -
  218. Religion and the Founding of the American Republic -

    Online exhibition by the Library of Congress.
  219. Remembering Pearl Harbor -

    History, photos, films, archives, ships, planes, etc.
  220. Rosh Hashanah -

    From Answers.com.
  221. September 11 Attacks -

    From Answers.com.
  222. September 11 Digital Archive -

    Includes websites, video, digital art, audio, stories, etc.
  223. September 12 Newspaper Front Pages -

    National and international - Attack on America.
  224. Seven Natural Wonders of the World -

    From CNN Destinations.
  225. Seven Wonders of the World -

    From Answers.com.
  226. Seven Wonders of the World -

    From Britannica online.
  227. Smithsonian History of Art and Design -
  228. Smithsonian Image Library -

    More than 13 million images held by the 19 museums of the Smithsonian.
  229. Smithsonian Images -

    Images from current exhibits, events, and historic collections at the Smithsonian. Photos cover subjects such as air & space, American history, animals, gems & minerals, marine life, military history, nature, the Presidency, etc.
  230. Smithsonian Institution -
  231. Smithsonian Institution Libraries -
  232. Smithsonian Latino Center -
  233. Smithsonian National Museum of American History -
  234. Space Shuttle Columbia -

    CNN Special Report.
  235. St. Patrick's Day -

    Politics, culture, crossword puzzles, quizzes, and more.
  236. Stars and Stripes - The American Soldiers' Newspaper of World War I, 1918-1919 -

    From the Library of Congress.
  237. Supreme Court Justices -

    Search chronologically or by name.
  238. Szathmary Recipe Pamphlet Digital Collection -

    Promotional recipe pamphlets from 1880-1930 from the University of Iowa.
  239. Thanksgiving History -
  240. The Civil War Discovery Trail -

    Links more than 600 sites in 31 states to teach the story of the Civil War. Locate sites by clicking on the interactive map.
  241. The Food Museum -

    "Celebrates food, exploring its history, heritage, and cultural influence worldwide."
  242. Theater History -

    Collection of websites from Yale University Library.
  243. This Day in History -

    Includes categories such as Automotive, Entertainment, Crime, Vietnam War, Literary, Civil War. Search by year or keyword. Special section on "What Happened Today." From History.com.
  244. Time 100 -

    Time Magazines's profiles of 100 individuals who most influenced the last 100 years.
  245. Time Capsule -

    From dMarie - headlines, birthdays, songs, TV shows, toys, books, etc. for selected date.
  246. Timeline Archive -

    History, society, culture, disasters, sports, health, entertainment.
  247. Timeline of Art History -

    This Metropolitan Museum of Art site provides access to a timeline of art history, as well as related works of art with descriptions of pieces and thematic essays.
  248. Timeline: Ancient Rome -

    Covers 450 BCE - 175 BCE.
  249. Timeline: Iraq -

    A chronology of key events from 1920 to the present from BBC News.
  250. Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade Database -

    Provides information on almost 35,000 slaving voyages.
  251. Triassic Legacy - A Natural History Timeline -

    Eras, periods, epochs with times and descriptions.
  252. U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center -
  253. U.S. Army Women's Museum -
  254. U.S. Constitution -
  255. Understanding 9/11: A Television News Archive -

    Library of news coverage of 9/11/01 and the aftermath.
  256. United States Holocaust Memorial Museum -
  257. Universal Newsreels -

    Newsreels from 1929-1967, from the National Archives.
  258. US History Guide -

    From How Stuff Works - learn about history, from the Native Americans through the modern era, as well as the history by state.
  259. Using Primary Sources on the Web -

    Learn what a primary source is, how to find them online, evaluating the source, how to cite, etc.
  260. Veterans Day -

    History, fact sheet, etc., from Department of Veterans Affairs.
  261. Veterans History Project -

    Contains audio and video-taped oral histories, letters, diaries, photos and home movies.
  262. Voices of Civil Rights -

    Library of Congress online exhibit featuring individual accounts and oral histories during the Civil Rights Movement in the United States.
  263. Who2? Find Famous People Fast! -

    Biographies and links; also city, state, and country indexes.
  264. WhoWhatWhen Interactive Historical Timelines -

    Create timelines of periods and lives.
  265. Why Are Leap Years Used? -
  266. Women and Social Movements in the United States, 1600 - 2000 -
  267. Women of the Century - 100 Years of American Heroes -
  268. Women's History -

    Extensive links by topic; from About.com.
  269. Women's History Month -

    Provides information on women’s history, famous women, health and crime issues, population information, etc.
  270. Women's History Month -

    History, timelines, notable women, quizzes, reference sources.
  271. Women's History Month (March) -

    From National Women's History Project - NWHP.
  272. Women's History Month (March) -

    History, timelines, biographies, women's suffrage, quizzes and crosswords.
  273. Women's History Month - March 2013 -

    Facts for Features - from the U.S. Census.
  274. Women's History Resources -

    American and international resources, megasites.
  275. World Digital Library -

    Primary source materials from countries and cultures around the world - available in multilingual format.
  276. World History Compass -

    Provides links to history sites around the world.
  277. World History Guide -

    From How Stuff Works.
  278. World History Timeline Chart -

    500 B.C. - 20th Century; includes maps.
  279. World History Timelines -

    Covers ancient history through modern times. From Infoplease.
  280. World War II Timeline -

    Interactive timeline from PBS; also includes information on the home front, social aspects, psychology, and the battlefield.
  281. Year By Year: 1900-2008 -

    Select a year for highlights and facts, also has information listed by decades or timelines.
  282. Yom Kippur -

    From Infoplease.
  283. YouTube EDU -

    Videos and channels from YouTube college and university partners, including Dartmouth, Stanford, USC, and MIT.