Read the complete history of the current circulating Lincoln penny. Find out about the symbols, size, and the metal composition of this coin.

Read the complete history of the current circulating nickel. Find out about the symbols, size, and the metal composition of this coin.

Read the complete history of the current circulating dime. Find out about the symbols, size, and the metal composition of this coin.

Read the complete history of the current circulating half-dollar. Find out about the symbols, size, and the metal composition of this coin.

Read the complete history of the current circulating quarter. Find out about the symbols, size, and the metal composition of this coin.

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...

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...

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.

Current and relevant learning resource from Brown University in which students explore the changing relationship between the U.S. and Cuba, interpret political cartoons and monitor news media coverage of U.S.-Cuba relations over time....

Great reference tool for finding information on female Members of Congress both past and current. Includes biographical profiles, images, historical essays, artifacts relating to the history of Congresswomen, and teacher resources. You...

This personal site provides a list of links and lesson plans related to immigration up to the current time.

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.

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.

2021 is nearly history. Take a look back at a year that saw political turmoil, the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, an unusual Olympic Games, devastating natural disasters, advances in space exploration and more.

The amount of national debt is a hot button issue today. Compare our current national budget to years past to see when our country was in our deepest debt. By analyzing the following charts, students will see the evolution of U.S....

Learning adventures teaches students of all ages about the voting process and the history of voting, citing the 15th and 19th Amendments, Voting Rights Act of 1965 and the 26th Amendment. Links to the National Archives and voter...

Review the lives and careers of the presidents (current through 2001), particularly the burdens that the office imposes, by examining documents and artifacts that clarify the powers of the office, the role of presidential campaigns, life...

From 1774 to 1789, the Continental Congress served as the government of the 13 American colonies and later the United States. The First Continental Congress, which was comprised of delegates from the colonies, met in 1774 in reaction to...

Information from USGS about the Haleakala Crater and the East Maui volcano, including the volcano's eruptive history, maps of the crater, and geologic data sets.

Latvia's history is an interesting tug-of-war between Latvians and occupying countries. Read about Latvia's beginnings and her current history. Information from U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

A good look at the history of Bulgaria from its beginnings in the 7th century up to the current times. Find out about its place in the Ottoman Empire, collaboration with the Nazis in World War II, and its overthrow of Communism....

Find out about the current history of Democratic Republic of the Congo and the problems it has had since its independence from Belgium. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

A brief look at the history of Qatar comes from the Background Notes of the U.S. State Department. Although ruled by an Amir, Qatar is moving toward democracy. Information current to 2007.

Read this brief history of Botswana from its pastoral roots to the current time. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.