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Edmund Randolph's Views on Separation of Church & State
A short article that discusses Randolph's beliefs regarding religion and the role of the state.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Daniel Carroll
Provides biographical details on the life of Carroll, with an emphasis on his role as a Catholic, and also his role in the picking of Washington D.C. as the capital. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: George Washington
A brief overview of George Washington and his importance to the success of the new nation, the United States.
Digital History
Digital History: "Bleeding Kansas" and "Bleeding Sumner"
Read about how the concept of popular sovereignty expressed in the Kansas-Nebraska Act resulted in political intrigue and murder in Kansas and the caning of a U.S. Senator in the Senate chamber.
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John Dickinson
A good biography of John Dickinson (1732-1808 CE). He was one of the delegates to the Constitutional convention from Delaware. He was a strong supporter of the new Constitution and as a result, Delaware became the first state to ratify...
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James Mc Henry
A good biography of James McHenry(1753-1816 CE) a delegate from Maryland to the Constitutional Convention. He also served as an aide to General Washington and later as his Secretary of War.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Charles Cotesworth Pinckney
(1746-1825) Revolutionary War veteran and delegate to the Constitutional Convention.
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Etc: Clip Art Etc: Charles Cotesworth (\c.c.\") Pinckney"
(1746-1825) Revolutionary War veteran and delegate to the Constitutional Convention.
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Richard Bassett
A good biography of Richard Bassett (1745-1815 CE). He is the delegate from Delaware to the Constitutional Convention. He also served as governor of Delaware and as Senator.
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William Few
This article provides background biographical information on the delegate to the Constitutional Convention and who later served as a United States Senator.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Dr. Benjamin Franklin
(1706-1790) United States diplomat, inventor, politician, and printer. Invented the Franklin stove, lighting rod and bifocal glasses. Served in the Constitutional Convention of 1787
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Dr. Benjamin Franklin
(1706-1790) United States diplomat, inventor, politician, and printer. Invented the Franklin stove, lighting rod and bifocal glasses. Served in the Constitutional Convention of 1787
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Dr. Benjamin Franklin
(1706-1790) United States diplomat, inventor, politician, and printer. Invented the Franklin stove, lighting rod and bifocal glasses. Served in the Constitutional Convention of 1787
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Thomas Fitzsimons
A nice biography of the delegate to the Constitutional Convention from Pennsylvania. He served in the Revolutionary Army and later was a Congressman.
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Nicholas Gilman
A detailed article on the life of the delegate from New Hampshire to the Constitutional Convention. he later served as a Congressman and Senator.
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John Langdon
This article summarizes the life of the delegate from New Hampshire to the Constitutional Convention. It gives details on his personal life, military and political careers.
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Abraham Baldwin
A nice biography of the delegate to the Constitutional Convention from Georgia who later served both in the House of Representatives and the Senate.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Tennessee: William Blount Mansion
The home of William Blount from 1792 to his death in 1800. A veteran of the Congress of the Confederation and the Constitutional Convention where he represented North Carolina, Blount then became governor of the Southwest Territory, led...
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission
Expore Pa History: Thomas Mifflin
Provides details about a historical marker on Mifflin. Includes a short biographical sketch plus links to three famous Mifflin portraits (by Benjamin West, Charles Wilson Peale, and John Singleton Copley).
Other
Potus: James Madison
Comprehensive facts about James Madison and his presidency. Includes biography, election results, cabinet members, odd facts, and notable events.
Library of Congress
Loc: Thomas Jefferson, 1743 1826
Brief summary from the Library of Congress of Thomas Jefferson's involvement in the Declaration of Independence.
Library of Congress
Loc: Richard Henry Lee
The Library of Congress provides a brief biography of Richard Henry Lee. Select "Return to Essay" to explore his role within the context of America's fight towards independence.
Library of Congress
Loc: Arthur st.clair (1736 1818)
A brief description of the military career of Arthur St.Clair, including his roles in the American Revolution and against the Indians in the Northwest Territory.
New York Times
New York Times: Crossword Puzzle: Women's Suffrage
The New York Times presents an interactive, online crossword puzzle on women's suffrage. Upper elementary students can participate with some guidance.