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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Jimmy Carter (1924 )

For Students 9th - 10th
The Miller Center at the University of Virginia provides a brief overview of President Jimmy Carter's life and administration. Watch and listen to videos of speeches and dip into essays highlighting various parts of Carter's life. A list...
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The White House

The White House: The Cabinet

For Students 9th - 10th
A listing of the Obama Cabinet appointments; includes the Vice President and the heads of 15 executive departments in order of succession to the Presidency.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Herblock's Presidents

For Students 9th - 10th
Historically significant collection of political cartoons featuring U.S. Presidents from Library of Congress online teacher-student resources.
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Other

The Ministry of the Interior (Spanish)

For Students 9th - 10th
This is site is offered by the Argentine Ministry of the Interior, which is responsible for elections and general organization within the provinces of Argentina.
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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: President Washington

For Students 9th - 10th
One of the last acts of the Congress of the Confederation was to arrange for the first presidential election, setting March 4, 1789, as the date that the new government would come into being. One name was on everyone's lips for the new...
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Chester Alan Arthur

For Students 9th - 10th
This Miller Center site is the portal for a great deal of information about Chester A. Arthur and his presidency. You can find a brief biography of Arthur, biographies of the members of his cabinet, an archive of his state of the nation...
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Benjamin Harrison

For Students 9th - 10th
The entry page into Benjamin Harrison's presidency from the Miller Center. Find information on his presidential policies, the members of his cabinet, and links to his speeches and papers.
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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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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Gerald Ford (1913 2006)

For Students 9th - 10th
Full coverage on Ford and the years of his administration. Find biographical facts, selected speeches (video and transcript), members of his cabinet, and special Miller Center presentations. Helpful essays on Gerald Ford's life,...
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Ulysses S. Grant

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive biography of Ulysses S. Grant including information about his life before his presidency, detailed essays on various aspects of presidency, brief biographies of members of his cabinet, and copies of his presidential papers.
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Harry S. Truman Library and Museum

Harry S. Truman Library & Museum: Three Branches of Government

For Teachers 3rd - 8th Standards
Interactive teaching unit for Grades 5-8 that helps to explain the three branches of government and the the balance of power. Topics covered include balance of government, how a bill becomes a law, the amendment process, the Legislative...
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Franklin Pierce

For Students 9th - 10th
The starting point of finding out everything about Franklin Pierce and his presidency. A great resource from the Miller Center of Public Affairs. Links to several essays about Pierce's presidency.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: James Buchanan

For Students 9th - 10th
The initial source for links to all aspects of the Buchanan presidency, including information on his cabinet, domestic policy and foreign policy. From the Miller Center.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Millard Fillmore

For Students 9th - 10th
Find everything you want to know about Millard Fillmore's presidency in this excellent site from the Miller Center.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Zachary Taylor

For Students 9th - 10th
Here is the beginning point of all information about Zachary Taylor's presidency. From University of Virginia.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: William H. Taft: Richard Ballinger, Secretary of Interior

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief biography of Richard A. Ballinger focusing on his time as President Taft's Secretary of the Interior. Read about the accusations of corruption against him and the consequences.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Franklin Delano Roosevelt

For Students 9th - 10th
Miller Center's American President project offers an exhaustive look at Franklin Delano Roosevelt the man, the politician, and national icon who guided the United States through the dark times of the Depression and World War II. Find his...
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Shmoop University

Shmoop: Executive Branch and Presidents

For Students 9th - 10th
Basic information and key concepts about the Executive Branch and Presidents. Also available from the orange tabs on top: a few interesting stories on the history, a timeline that shows the development of the presidency, some quotes and...
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CNN

Cnn: George W. Bush: The Inauguration of the 43rd President

For Students 9th - 10th
Follow the 43rd President of the United States through his inaugural celebration. This entertaining website narrates the events of George W. Bush's inauguration as well as providing learning games, interesting historical facts, and the...
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Other

The Ministry of Culture and Education

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the official site of the Argentine Ministry of Culture and Education. Find out about the educational practices of Argentina and discover more about Argentina's rich culture.
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iCivics

I Civics: Games: Executive Command

For Students 9th - 10th
Have you ever thought about being president? Executive Command gives you four years in office to accomplish your legislative and policy goals. You'll make a state-of-the-union address, work with your aides and cabinet, try your hand at...
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New York Times

New York Times: Key Members of the 44th President's Team

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Profiles of the key members of President Barack Obama's team, including his cabinet members, chief of staff, White House Press Secretary, National Security Advisor, Director of the CIA, and more.
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George Washington University

Birth of a Nation: The First Federal Congress 1789 1791

For Students 9th - 10th
An exhaustive look at the first Congress during George Washington's presidency. Find out about the precedents that were set and the interpretations that had to be made about the new Constitution. A fabulous site from George Washington...
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Lone Star Junction

Lone Star Junction: Presidents of the Republic of Texas (And Their Cabinets)

For Students 4th - 8th
Portraits of the presidents of the Republic of Texas, with the names of their cabinet appointees.