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  • Biography.com Find biographies, some portraits, and links for famous people of the past through contemporary personalities.
  • Presidents Extensive information on the U.S. Presidents from the Internet Public Library.
  • National & International News & Current Events
  • Congress.org Find out who your government officials are and how to contact them, register to vote, research current issues and more.
  • First Gov Information portal for the federal government. Can conduct many government transactions and search by topic, federal agency, or keyword. See Public Safety and Law category for law-related information.
  • State Search - Sponsored by NASCIO Provides links to many states´ homepages as well as access to specific agencies and statutes when available online.
  • Students.gov The U.S. Department of Education has coordinated efforts with other federal agencies to provide this "one-stop-shop" giving access to information about financial aid, career development, education planning, consumer protection, voting, driving, and a wide variety of other topics.
  • The United States Senate This site makes available biographies of senators organized by state and name, significant legislation of each and committee information.
  • U.S. House of Representatives This source offers biographies of congressmen under "member offices", house schedules, some legislative information, and how to contact one´s representative.
  • U.S. Supreme Court Decisions This offers access to recent and historic Supreme Court decisions (1937-1990) by topic, date and name. Also provides biographical information on the Justices.
  • VoteSmart Web This is where to find how elected officials stand on issues such as affirmative action, abortion and health care.
  • Best of History Best of History Web Sites is an award winning portal into the Internet world of history. There are rated links to all different periods in history.
  • Egyptians Whether for school or fun, this is a fascinating look at the lives of ancient Egyptians.
  • The History Place Detailed timelines with links to more information and photos.
  • Hyper History Good source for world history, timelines, people (with some portraits), maps, events, wars and more.
  • Mostly Medieval Information on heraldry, myths, legends, medicine, religion and life in Britain in the Middle Ages.
  • New York Public Library Picture Collection Great historic photos online. Over 30,000 photos most from before 1923.
  • Salem Witch Museum Historical information about the witch trials, Roger Conant and Salem.
  • Time Capsule Did you ever wonder how much a loaf of bread cost on the day you were born? This site will tell you that and other facts about your special day in history. Just type in your birth date, with year and click on Quick Page.
  • United States Holocaust Memorial Museum For good historical information, see "Learning About the Holocaust" on the home page.
  • Year by Year 1900-2005 This comprehensive site will give you detailed information about what happened around the world the year you were born.
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