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U.s. History: George Washington: Farwell Address

For Students 5th - 8th
Although he surely could have remained in office longer, George Washington served only two terms in office. Read about his Farewell Address, one of the important speeches in American history. He gave advice concerning both national and...
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Siteseen: American Historama: The War of 1812

For Students 9th - 10th
This article provides an overview and detailed facts and information on the War of 1812, the short war between the US and Great Britain that resulted in a stalemate.
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Siteseen: American Historama: Treaty of Ghent

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides interesting facts and important information on The Treaty of Ghent that ended the War of 1812.
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Siteseen: American Historama: Tariff of 1816

For Students 9th - 10th
The Tariff of 1816 was the first protective tariff implemented by the government and was an attempt to persuade Americans to buy home-produced goods.
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Siteseen: American Historama: Hartford Convention 1814

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive resource provides details of the secret meeting of Federalists in Hartford, Connecticut.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James M. Madison

For Students 9th - 10th
(1798-1871) American jurist and statesman and Confederate commissioner
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Elbridge Gerry

For Students 9th - 10th
Elbridge Gerry was an American statesman and diplomat. As a Democratic-Republican he was selected as the fifth Vice President of the United States, serving under James Madison. He was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: George Clinton

For Students 9th - 10th
(1739-1812) George Clinton, was governor of New York (1777-1795} and fourth vice president of the United States under Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: George Clinton

For Students 9th - 10th
(1739-1812) General during the American Revolution and governor of New York. He was also Vice president under Thomas Jefferson and James Madison.
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Digital History: Was the Constitutional Convention Legal?

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the convening of a Constitutional Convention to address the problems inherent in the Articles of Confederation. Read a quote from George Washington, who addressed the legality of such a convention.
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Score: Debate on Ratification

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students become one of the famous men who argued for or against ratification of the Constitution. They research and present their argumets to the class, who will then vote whether or not to ratify the new Constitution.
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University of Florida

Freedom of Speech: The First Amendment and the u.s. Constitution

For Students 9th - 10th
Interactive site outlines thoughts on the First Amendment from four founding fathers. Click on their faces to find an index reflecting their thoughts. From a student project at University of Florida.
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Galafilm: War of 1812: The Treaty of Ghent

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource describes the Treaty of Ghent, and the perspectives of the British, the Americans and First Nations.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Diplomatic Challenges in an Age of European War

For Students 5th - 8th
Both the British and French challenged American sovereignty and neutrality on the high seas. Read about the solution favored by Thomas Jefferson, but despised by the American shippers. See why this a cause of the War of 1812, along with...
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Thomson Reuters

Find Law: Federalist Papers

For Students 9th - 10th
Full text of the Federalist Papers which express the general views of the individuals who formed the Federalist Party. Each paper is identified by date, subject, author and place of publication and is available for reading by clicking on...
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Siteseen: Government and Constitution: Federalist Papers

For Students 9th - 10th
The Federalist Papers were a series of 85 essays that promoted the ratification of the United States Constitution and the nature of a Republican government.
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Siteseen: Land of the Brave: Founding Fathers

For Students 9th - 10th
Article focuses on the seven Founding Fathers and their involvement in creating the United States of America.
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Siteseen: American Historama: Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions

For Students 9th - 10th
Read interesting facts about the Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions that involved the idea of States Rights. This was the first attempt to cancel actions taken by the central government.
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North Carolina Department of the Secretary of State: Famous North Carolinians

For Students 3rd - 5th
Find links to biographical sketches of famous persons from North Carolina.

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