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National Park Service: Fort Raleigh: The Roanoke Voyages: A Mystery Story for Young People
The history of the Lost Colony of Roanoke Island is told in story form. It tells of the conflict between England and Spain to establish a foothold in the New World, the voyages arranged by Sir Walter Raleigh, the establishment of a...
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National Park Service: Fort Raleigh: Search for the Lost Colony
The history of the Lost Colony of Roanoke Island is outlined as well as attempts that were made over the ensuing years to locate it, and ways that the colony was remembered.
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National Park Service: Pony Express: History and Culture
A good article from the National Park Service which recounts the history of the brief existence of the Pony Express. Read about the route, what caused the demise of the Pony Express, and what part of the trail can still be seen.
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National Park Service: National Mall
This site is from the National Park Service. No shoe stores at this mall! Find out about our national "front yard" -- statistics, a link to the history of the National Mall, and a listing of all the monuments on the Mall. Also includes a...
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National Park Service: Alcatraz Island
Part of the Golden Gate National Recreational Area, Alcatraz Island is located in the San Francisco Bay. Originally a lighthouse and military fort, the island is best known for being a federal prison. The island is packed full of...
University of Washington
Mount Rainier National Park: 100 Years in Paradise
This site presents an introduction to the history of Mount Rainier National Park and the mountain.
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National Park Service: National Underground Railroad: Network to Freedom
The National Park System has preserved many buildings that were used as Underground Railroad stations. See the sites as they stand today and learn about the network that existed.
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National Park Service: California National Historic Trail
This site from the National Parks Service gives a brief history, and description of the California trail system which was used by settlers moving to California during the 1849 Gold Rush days.
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National Park Service: Journey Through Hallowed Ground
At this site from National Park System you can meander through Virginia's Piedmont and view beautiful landscapes and buildings while learning the history of the area. This trail is the result of many organizations working together to...
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National Park Service: The Moore House and Articles of Capitulation
The National Park Service provides a brief history of the Moore House where the surrender of Cornwallis took place. The Articles of Capitulation are explained as well.
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National Park Service: Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River
Uncover the brief history and geology of the Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River. For further information, this resource will lead to Big Bend's National Park.
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National Park Service: Oldest Rocks
Rocks can give us clues into the history of Earth. Learn what the rocks in the National Parks can tell us.
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Costa Rica Travel: Parks
This site from Costa Rica Travel details getting to, recreation, and history of a number of Costa Rica's National Parks.
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National Park Service: Johnstown Flood National Memorial
An enlightening website tells the story of the "1889 flood that devastated Pennsylvania." Click on the pictures to learn interesting details about the flood and the damage it caused.
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National Park Service: Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act
Site explains the federal law that was passed in 1990 that protects Native American cultural items: the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act(NAGPRA). The site answers FAQ on the NAGPRA and keeps online databases of...
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National Park Service: San Antonio Missions: Spanish Influence in Texas
A short and interesting article explaining the Spanish influence of the missions of Texas. There is an extensive lesson plan included as well.
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National Park Service: Muir Woods National Monument
Part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Muir Woods National Monument is nestled in San Francisco, California. Declared a national monument in 1908 and inhabited by the Miwok Indians originally, this redwood forest is filled...
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National Park Service: Muir Woods National Monument
Part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Muir Woods National Monument is nestled in San Francisco, California. Declared a national monument in 1908 and inhabited by the Miwok Indians originally, this redwood forest is filled...
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National Park Service: Reading 2: The Glen Echo Amusement Park
A history of Glen Echo Amusement Park in particular and trolley parks in general. Includes comprehension questions.
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National Park Service: Colonial National Historical Park: Siege of Yorktown
This site provides a history of the Siege of Yorktown in 1781.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Montgomery Bus Boycott
Claudette Colvin and Rosa Parks along with other early protestors sparked a yearlong boycott of the Montgomery bus system that culminated in the desegregation of public transportation in Alabama and throughout the country.
The Newberry Library
Newberry: Environmental History: Map 9: Conservation, Yosemite Ntl. Park, 1935
Lessons for students K-12 in which they study original map of Yosemite National Park, ca. 1935 and explore appropriate human uses of the environment.
PBS
Pbs Online: Kakadu, Australia's Ancient Wilderness
Provides a wonderful in-depth view of the biological wonderland of Kakadu which is the largest terrestrial national park in Australia.
Scholastic
Scholastic History Mystery: National Parks 1: John Muir
Students try to guess the mystery subject Carlotta Facts, the History Mystery Museum's professor, is studying. They read the clues, do some online and offline research, and then attempt to identify the game's mystery person, John Muir.