C-SPAN
On This Day: President Ford Pardon of Richard Nixon
Was Gerald Ford's pardon of Richard Nixon an attempt to move the country forward or the final corruption of the Watergate scandal? A collection of videos includes Ford's speech to the nation, as well as interviews with Watergate...
C-SPAN
On This Day: OPEC Declares Oil Embargo
The memories of gas lines from the OPEC Oil Embargo linger in the memories of many Americans. A series of video clips—including those from experts on the subject of oil importation, Jimmy Carter addressing the country, and Congress...
C-SPAN
On This Day: The Creation of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
The Environmental Protection Agency often doesn't register as a critical government function, but the EPA works to protect communities. Using video segments from Scott Pruitt's confirmation hearing, a Barack Obama speech on the agency's...
PBS
Father's Day | All About the Holidays
An engaging video informs viewers about Father's Day. A brief history of the holiday is followed by a showcase of today's celebration traditions.
National Constitution Center
Separation of Powers
After the Revolutionary War, the Founding Fathers were in a pickle. They needed to create a government, but how could they protect the people from a tyrant? The separation of powers was their answer! A video resource explores the history...
PBS
Nixon and the Court — The Supreme Court
What was Nixon's strategy when dealing with the Supreme Court? Find out using a strategic resource. Pupils view a video about Nixon, read background information about judicial nominees for context, and engage in discussion regarding...
Curated Video
President Nixon 1969 Inaugural Address
Richard Nixon, newly sworn in as the 37th president of the United States, reflects on the decades between his January 20, 1969 inaugural address and the beginning of the next millennium. Emphasizing the American dream, peace...
Curated OER
History of the Cold War
This resource shows video clips and still images while dramatic music blasts in the background. Written commentary is provided, but it moves quickly. While it probably moves too fast for a note-taking guide to accompany it, consider...
Wyzant
Wyzant: History and Politics Out Loud: Richard Nixon: Watergate Tapes
Audio archive of politically significant events in American history includes these episodes of taped conversations between Nixon and his aides in which they discuss Watergate, press coverage of the burglary, the cover-up, and other...
Other
Upi: Kennedy Wins 1960 Election
The news service, UPI, began offering audio review of the important events of the year, beginning in 1959. One of the most newsworthy event in 1960 was the election of 1960 which John F. Kennedy won. Listen to the reporter's, Kennedy's,...
Other
Watergate.info: Nixon's Resignation Speech
A copy and audio of Nixon's speech announcing his resignation on August 8, 1974.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Crash Course Us History: The Rise of Conservatism
In which John Green teaches you about the rise of the conservative movement in United States politics. So, the sixties are often remembered for the liberal changes that the decade brought to America, but lest you forget, Richard Nixon...
American Public Media
American Public Media: American Radio Works: President Calling: Richard M. Nixon
Radio documentary project about three presidents who secretly tape-recorded their telephone conversations includes a selection of Nixon's White House tapes. Listen to excerpts from Nixon's conversations concerning the appointment of...
University of California
U.c. Berkeley Libraries: The Watergate Tapes
This site from the U.C. Berkeley Libraries contains abstracts, texts, and audio files of the "Nixon tapes" recorded during the Watergate scandal.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: 60 Second Presidents: Richard Nixon
Video [1:15] offers a look at the life and presidency of Richard Nixon. Designed for students in grades 4 and up. Accompanying fact sheet and background essay to support student learning.
Have Fun With History
Have Fun With History: Nixon Defends Watergate Charges
President Richard Nixon addresses the nation and defends himself against charges of his involvement in the Watergate break-in and subsequent coverup. [35:00]
PBS
American Experience: Richard M. Nixon
This resource provides quick facts on Richard Nixon (1913-1994 CE) and his administration include: an overview, the era, biographies, domestic and foreign policy, and presidential politics.
Other
Watergate.info: President Ford's Pardon of Richard Nixon
Check out this site from Watergate.info to read President Ford's 1974 public address announcing his decision to pardon Richard Nixon. The site includes Nixon's official response, as well as the text of Ford's official proclamation. Great...
NBC
Chief Justice William Rehnquist Dies at 80
A comprehensive story about the career of Chief Justic William Rehnquist. Includes video clips and statements by the other Supreme Court Justices.
Other
Reading Through History: History Brief: The Kitchen Debate
This video gives a brief description of Richard Nixon's 1959 visit to the Soviet Union and Nikita Khrushchev's visit to the United States. [3:06]
Other
Nixontapes: Nixon Tapes and Transcripts
Scrutinizing Nixon's communications during his term in the White House, a collection of over 7,000 audio files of telephone calls and executive office meetings during Richard Nixon's presidency have been collected and transcribed.