United Nations
Unesco: Archaeological Site of Carthage
This World Heritage website looks at ancient Carthage, located in Tunisia. Found here are a description, maps, documentation, photos, videos, any indicators of threats to its integrity, and information about funding assistance for its...
United Nations
Unesco: Ancient City of Aleppo
The city of Aleppo in Syria goes back to the second millennium BC. Situated at the intersection of important trade routes, it was at various times under the rule of Hittites, Assyrians, Arabs, Mongols, Mamelukes, and Ottomans. This World...
United Nations
Unesco: Ancient City of Bosra
The ancient city of Bosra, a World Heritage site, is located in Syria. It was the capital of Arabia under the Romans, and sits along the route to Mecca taken by ancient travelers. It has monuments from the Nabataean, Roman, Byzantine and...
United Nations
Unesco: Ancient City of Damascus
Damascus in Syria was founded in the third millennium BC. Its long history reveals the influences of many ancient civilizations, most particularly the Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine and Islamic civilizations. This World Heritage website...
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Angola: History
Read about the harsh history of Angola and the recent bright spots that suggest possible success after the civil wars that resulted from the country's rebellion from Portugal. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Ivory Coast: History
Read about Ivory Coast's recent history, the military coups, violence, and the encouraging agreement that has ushered in a transitional government. You can also find out about its history as a French colony. Information is from the U.S....
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Tds: Ghana: History
Find out about the history of Ghana from its beginnings, its place as a British protectorate, and the problems and eventual successes it has had since its independence. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Liberia: History
A thorough look at the history of Liberia with an emphasis on the civil war and the recent recovery from that unstable time. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Burma (Myanmar): History
In addition to a review of earlier Burmese history, this article gives a clear explanation of the current military regime and the hardships it is causing the country. The information is current to the end of 2007. From the U.S. State...
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Tds: Nigeria: History
Read about the early history of Nigeria and the kingdoms that existed there. However, the majority of the article focuses on the problems Nigeria has faced since independence in establishing a democratic government. Information is from...
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Tds: Sierra Leone: History
Read about history of Sierra Leone, which has been wracked with civil war, but is now in the process of healing the wounds. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: South Africa: History
A comprehensive look at the history of South Africa beginning with its settlement by Zulus and progressing through apartheid to the current strong democracy. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Tanzania: History
Read the fascinating history of two countries which, only recently, joined together as one. Tanganyika and Zanzibar are now known as Tanzania. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Egypt: History
Read a concise history of Egypt, covering the times of pre-pharaonic Egypt up to current times. Find out about the pharaohs, Turkish occupation, British control, and Egypt today. Includes brief information on the Muslim Brotherhood in...
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Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences
This site can be viewed in 3 different languages. When a language is chosen information about the institute comes up and icons are presented for more information.
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The Cleveland Museum of Natural History
This Cleveland Museum of Natural History site provides information, programs, educational services, exhibits, collections/research and fun.
University of Oklahoma
The Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History: Homepage
This home page of the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History contains links to find more information on the museum such as what exhibits are available, collections and research, the facility, and much more.
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Tds: Libya: History
Read about the history of Libya from its beginnings as a Phoenician outpost through its control by many governments, its eventual independence, and current government. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Uganda: History
Uganda's recent history is one of military coups and human rights abuses. Find out about the current history to see if the country shows some improvement. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
National Institutes of Health
Omim: Phenylketonuria
This article on phenylketonuria is organized into several sections including, "Clinical Description," "Molecular Geneticsm" amedicalnd "Population Genetics." Read about how this genetic disease affects the human body and how doctors...
National Women's Hall of Fame
National Women's Hall of Fame
Women and men stood along side each other to form the United States. Use this resource to learn about different influential women in U.S. history.
TES Global
Tes: Teaching Shakespeare: Genre: History
[Free Registration/Login Required] This collection of resources will help you determine if Shakespeare's historical plays were accurate or more political and cultural statements about the times he lived in. They include videos, articles,...
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Tes: Teaching History With 100 Objects Portrait of Richard Iii
[Free Registration/Login Required] This is a portrait of Richard III from the British Museum and teaching ideas to use with this portrait. It also offers two video clips about Richard.
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Tes: Shakespeare: Richard Iii Resource Pack
[Free Registration/Login Required] This is resource material for teaching Shakespeare's Richard III including activities and writing assignments. They focus on how Richard manipulates Lady Anne and Queen Elizabeth to get what he wants.