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Center for Civic Education
Ronald Reagan and Executive Power
Article II of the United States Constitution grants Presidents executive powers in areas of international conflict, domestic and foreign policy. Using examples drawn from Ronald Reagan's presidency, class members are asked to consider...
ProCon
President Ronald Reagan
At 69 years old, Ronald Reagan was the oldest man ever to be elected president in the United States. After reviewing a thorough history of Reagan's presidency, pupils read the main pro and con arguments to determine if he was a good...
The White House
The White House: Presidents: Ronald Reagan
A biography of Ronald Reagan, the 40th President of the United States. The biography contains a picture as well as a link to the Ronald Reagan Library and Museum.
Other
Potus: Ronald Reagan
Comprehensive facts about Ronald Reagan and his presidency. Includes biography, election results, cabinet members, odd facts, and notable events.
Wyzant
Wyzant: Ronald Reagan
Brief biographical material on Ronald Reagan includes several speeches given during his lifetime.
US National Archives
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library: Archives: Chronology of Reagan Presidency
Timeline of key events in Ronald Reagan's administration.
US National Archives
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library: Archives: The Reagan Presidency
An overview of Ronald Reagan's presidency, with summations of his economic policy, domestic policy, foreign policy, and legacy.
CNN
Cnn: The Reagan Years: Inside the White House
Part of a cnn.com in-depth special "The Reagan Years", this site provides you with brief explanations of the US in 1980, the 1980 presidential election and assorted topics of Reagan's presidency including the assassination attempt, the...
Other
Chicago Tribune Presidential Portraits: Ronald Reagan [Pdf]
An informative one-page article tells Reagan's religion, marriages, military service, term of office, vice president, highlights of his presidency, and several trivia facts about him.
History of American Wars
History of American Wars: Cold War History: Ronald Reagan and George h.w. Bush
Describes the events of the Cold War during the presidencies of Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush.
BBC
Bbc News: Ronald Reagan 1911 2004
At this site from BBC News, you can explore the death of an American president through the eyes of the British Broadcasting Company (BBC). This site offers the reader extensive information about former president Ronald Reagan including...
White House Historical Association
The White House Historical Association: The Presidents
Complete biographies and photos of all past presidents.
PBS
Pbs: American Experience: The Presidents
This site from the PBS "The Presidents" provides detailed biographies of several of the most popular or most infamous U.S. presidents throughout history. Selected presidents include Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Harry S Truman, Lyndon...
CNN
Cnn: The Reagan Years: The Making of a President
Part of a cnn.com in-depth special "The Reagan Years", this site traces the events of Reagan's early life. From his job as a young sports commentator to his fame as a Hollywood actor that would eventually lead him into his first elected...
CNN
Cnn: The Reagan Years: A Second Act in Politics
Part of a cnn.com in-depth special "The Reagan years", this site follows Reagan's evolution from Hollywood movie star to governor of California.
University of Groningen
American History: Biographies: Ronald Wilson Reagan (1911 2004)
This resource provides a biography of Ronald Wilson Reagan, a former actor and governor of California, who became a two term president of the United States in 1980.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: American Presidency: Ronald Reagan
Brief biographical sketch of America's fortieth president includes background information on the era in which he served and linked-to objects from the Smithsonian's collections that help define the man and his presidency.
University of Missouri
Famous Trials: John Hinckley Trial
A full website devoted to the attempted Assassination of Ronald Reagan Describes John Hinckley's life indepth.
Digital History
Digital History: Reaganomics
This on "Reaganomics," President Reagan's economic policy during his two presidential terms in the 1980s, discusses his laissez-faire approach and tax-cutting, which contributed to the economic recovery of that period.
Digital History
Digital History: No Islands of Stability
This site is a source on the relationship between Carter/the US and Iran. Provides background information on the friendship between the US and Iran, the revolution in Iran, and the Iran hostage crisis that ended Carter's presidency.
US Department of State
Biographies of the Secretaries of State: George Pratt Shultz (1920 )
Biography of George P. Shultz, Secretary of State under President Ronald Reagan, provides details of his life and influence on U.S. foreign policy.
Other
Civic's Resources: Texas v. Gregory Lee Johnson
In August 1984, the Republican National Convention was held in Dallas, Texas. On August 22, a group of about 100 demonstrators marched through the streets of Dallas to dramatize the consequences of nuclear war and protest certain...
American Academy of Achievement
Academy of Achievement: Anthony M. Kennedy
Acquaint yourself with Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy, appointed by President Reagan in 1988. Read about his background and achievements, listen to an interview, and view a gallery of pictures.
University of Washington
University of Washington: Alzheimer's Disease
Designed for high school students, this site has a lot of interesting information about Alzheimer's disease. Definitions, symptoms etc. Also a short story about President Ronald Reagan.