University of Texas at Austin
U of Texas: Photojournalism and the American Presidency
The University of Texas, Austin, explores photojournalism with images of recent American presidents and their times. Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan, Bush and Clinton are shown.
White House Historical Association
The White House Historical Association: The Presidents
Complete biographies and photos of all past presidents.
American Presidency Project
American Presidency Project: State of the Union Addresses and Messages
This site compiles all of the State of the Union addresses and messages by all the presidents in U.S. history (except William Henry Harrison and James A. Garfield).
US National Archives
National Archives: When Nixon Met Elvis
The behind-the-scenes story of the famous 1970 meeting between President Richard Nixon and Elvis Presley, as told through original letters, memoranda, and photographs.
US National Archives
Nara: Nixon Presidential Materials
NARA provides documents important to the Nixon era. Student can also access White House tapes of Nixon's speeches and conversations.
US National Archives
Docs Teach: Nixon Visits China: The Week That Changed the World
In this activity, students will analyze images from President Nixon's visit to China in 1972 to determine the sequence of events and learn more about American and Chinese cultural differences.
National First Ladies' Library
National First Ladies' Library: Pat Nixon
Biographical essay on Pat Nixon, wife of President Richard Nixon. Delves into her early years, her marriage, the White House years, and her later life.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: Richard Nixon
Facts, biography, and accomplishments of the life of Richard Nixon and summaries of important events during his presidency.
PBS
Pbs News Hour: Nixon Tapes
Transcript of Margaret Warner's interview with Stanley Kutler on his book, Abuse of Power, detailing the sections of the Nixon tapes which show the President's misuse of constitutional power, resulting in his impeachment. Insights into...
Museum of the Moving Image
Museum of the Moving Image: 1972 Nixon vs. Mc Govern
"President Nixon. Now More Than Ever"."McGovern. Democrat. For the People". This online exhibition features presidential television campaign commercials from the 1972 election. Includes video clips, information about thecandidates, and...
American Rhetoric
American Rhetoric: Richard M. Nixon: Resignation Address to the Nation
This is the text, audio, and video [5:08] of President Nixon's resignation address to the nation on August 8, 1974.
American Rhetoric
American Rhetoric: Richard M. Nixon: Cambodian Incursion Address
This is the text, audio. and video [21:54] of President Nixon's speech explaining the conditions in Vietnam and the need to remove the enemy sanctuaries along the border of Vietnam and Cambodia. It was delivered on April 30, 1970, from...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Watergate
Analyze the scandal that brought down the Nixon presidency and added to the loss of confidence our nation had in our government. Included on this site is a concise summary, references for further study, questions for analysis, and a...
University of Groningen
American History: Presidents: Richard Milhous Nixon
This website contains links to Nixon's Inaugural Addresses, Vietnamization Speech, Resignation Speech, State of the Union Addresses and a speech on foreign policy.
Other
Potus: Richard M. Nixon
Comprehensive facts about Richard M. Nixon and his presidency. Includes biography, election results, cabinet members, odd facts, and notable events.
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: Nixon's Accomplishments and Defeats
Overview of the accomplishments and defeats of President Richard M. Nixon's administration.
Other
Watergate.info: The Scandal That Destroyed Nixon
This site provides a detailed overview of Watergate. Content includes a focus on what Watergate was, a chronology of events, a detailed look at the life and role of President Nixon, a look at the infamous "tapes," Nixon's impeachment and...
Library of Congress
Loc: Portraits of the Presidents & First Ladies
A collection from the Library of Congress of formal and informal portraits of the US presidents and their first ladies.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: President Ford Pardons Nixon
At this Ibiblio.org site, click to view photos of President Ford as he announces his decision to pardon Richard Nixon in 1974.
Other
Nixon's China Visit and "Sino u.s. Joint Communique"
The Chinese Government's official diplomatic history of the visit of President Nixon to China.
Digital History
Digital History: Nixon and Vietnam
This site discusses the American involvement in the Vietnam War would officially come to an end during Nixon's second term in office. As part of his election campaign in 1968, Nixon pledged to bring "Peace with honor," and an end to...
China State Council Information Office and the China International Publishing Group
Backgrounder: Nixon's 1972 "Ice Breaking" Visit to China
This site discusses Nixon's 1972 visit to China and its lasting effects. There is a recent article reflecting on a significant historical event. Includes links to information about other presidents and their relationship with China.
History Teacher
Historyteacher.net: Nixon & the Imperial Presidency
This is a mutiple choice quiz having to do with Nixon's Presidency.
Curated OER
Richard Nixon
One of the most controversial presidents since Lincoln and Franklin Roosevelt, learn more than just the basic facts in this article about Richard M. Nixon's presidency.