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Dead Presidents: Andrew Johnson's Obituary

For Students 9th - 10th
Read online Andrew Johnson's obituary as published in the New York Times on August 1, 1875. Covers his personal and political life, as well as the events leading up to his impeachment trial.
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University of Groningen

American History: Biographies: Salmon P. Chase, Impeachment of Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
Essay describing the attempts of Salmon Chase, the Supreme Court Chief Justice, to ensure that President Andrew Johnson received fair treatment at his impeachment trial in 1868.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
An extensive look at Andrew Johnson and his administration. Includes a biography, information on his cabinet, and most importantly, an essay on the impact and legacy of his presidency. Don't miss reading this.
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Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: President Andrew Johnson

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site provides an article about President Andrew Johnson. The article is three pages in length providing a picture along with factual information about the President. A timeline is also provided at the top of the page.
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University of Missouri

Famous Trials: Andrew Johnson Impeachment Trial

For Students 9th - 10th
An account of President Andrew Johnson's impeachment trial in 1868.
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National Park Service: Andrew Johnson National Historic Site

For Students Pre-K - 1st
The "Constitutional President," Andrew Johnson lived in this Tennessee historic site for 24 years. Peruse the history, culture, and photographs about the 17th president of the United States. Educators can take advantage of resources....
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Curated OER

National Park Service: Andrew Johnson National Historic Site

For Students Pre-K - 1st
The "Constitutional President," Andrew Johnson lived in this Tennessee historic site for 24 years. Peruse the history, culture, and photographs about the 17th president of the United States. Educators can take advantage of resources....
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University of Groningen

American History: Presidents: Andrew Johnson: 17th President

For Students 9th - 10th
Page containing links to primary source text of Andrew Johnson's speeches, including State of the Union 1866-1868, Cleveland Speech and a speech made to the House of Representatives on his position to veto the first Reconstruction Act.
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University of Groningen

American History: Documents: Charles Sumner Opinion/trial of Andrew Johnson 1868

For Students 9th - 10th
Senator Charles Sumner gives his opinion on the impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson in 1868.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: The Presidents Biography: 17. Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
The professional life of President Andrew Johnson is featured in this brief biography. Identify details of the era during his term, his domestic policy, foreign affairs, and his presidential politics.
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Education at Harp week.com: The Impeachment of Andrew Johnson Simulation Game

For Students 9th - 10th
A simulation game of the impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson in 1868, along with a wealth of material from articles and editorials published in Harper's Weekly at the time of the trial. The number of charges against him is...
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Britannica provides information on President Andrew Johnson.
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Digital History

Digital History: President Johnson Impeached [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
No love was lost between the Congress' trying to pass Reconstruction plans and President Andrew Johnson's attempts to thwart those plans. Read a short biography of Andrew Johnson to get an idea of the man. Follow the timeline of...
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: A President Impeached

For Students 5th - 8th
The Radical Republicans in Congress did not approve of President Andrew Johnson's attempts to thwart their plans for Reconstruction. See what charges they used to impeach Johnson and find out why he was not removed from office.
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White House Historical Association

The White House Historical Association: The Presidents

For Students 9th - 10th
Complete biographies and photos of all past presidents.
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Chicago Tribune: Presidential Portraits: Andrew Johnson [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Students explore Andrew Johnson. The resource consists of a picture and outline of the President's life. Topics included are highlights of presidency, military service, and political party.
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New York Times

New York Times: On This Day: Andrew Johnson Dead

For Students 9th - 10th
A copy of Johnson's obituary, with an interesting account of the ex-president's private and public life, from page 1 of the New York Times (August 1, 1875).
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Library of Congress

Loc: Biographical Directory of the u.s. Congress: Johnson, Andrew 1808 1875

For Students 9th - 10th
List of Andrew Johnson's accomplishments during his political career, including his terms as a Representative and a Senator from Tennessee and a Vice President and 17th President of the United States.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Ap Us History: 1844 1877: Reconstruction: The Freedmen's Bureau

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the goals and activities of the Freedmen's Bureau, the opposition from President Andrew Johnson, and how the Bureau was dismantled in 1872 after just seven years. Includes questions for students.
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Impeachment of Andrew Johnson: William H. Seward

For Students 9th - 10th
Short biography of the man who served as secretary of state under President Lincoln and Johnson.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Politics of the Gilded Age

For Students 5th - 8th
Politics in the last half of the 19th century reflected mediocrity at best and corruption at worst. Read about the series of "forgettable presidents," beginning with Andrew Johnson. Find out how big business could buy the government that...
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
Andrew Johnson (December 29, 1808 - July 31, 1875) was the seventeenth President of the United States (1865-69), succeeding to the Presidency upon the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. He was one of only two U.S. Presidents to be...
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Andrew Johnson

For Students 9th - 10th
(1808-1875) Andrew Johnson was the 17th President of the United States (1865-69).