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History4everyone
Do you enjoy learning about history? Do you like reading the latest non-fiction books on American, European, Asian and Latin American history? Are you a teacher or a student who could use some help in the classroom? Do you like … Continue reading
Civil War 150th Celebrations
For all of you Civil War buffs www.gettysburgcivilwar150.com/default.aspx is a must view! Great site!
The Atlantic has produced a 150th anniversary commemorative issue of the Civil War. Follow this link to see its contents: http://www.theatlantic.com/civil-war
Civil War 150
The Washington Post has an ongoing series commemorating the Civil War’s 150th Anniversary that is worth following. Here’s the link to the latest article: http://www.washingtonpost.com/2010/07/08/AFSEHBIC_page.html
Civil War 150
Today marks the beginning of the 150th anniversary celebrations of the Civil War. Special article series have begun in various newspapers across the country, and a wonderful photo display has been set up at the Library of Congress. We recommend … Continue reading
WWII Oral History Project from UC Berkeley
Did you or anyone you know work in the Bay Area (San Francisco, CA) during WWII and are will to provide details of that labor for an oral history project sponsored by UC Berkeley? If so, please see the following … Continue reading
February is Black History Month
Here are some facts about Black History Month: 1. According to the Library of Congress, Black History Month had its roots in Negro History Week. In 1925, Dr. Carter G. Woodson, an African-American historian (founded the Association for the Study of … Continue reading
Website for Civil War Commemoration to Launch Feb 1
www.illinoiscivilwar150.org — a website devoted to listing events commemorating the upcoming 150th anniversary of the Civil War is supposed to launch on February 1.
Civil War Anniversary Information
Anyone interested in the numerous celebrations going on across the country in preparation for the 150th anniversary of the Civil War might wish to look at http://www.civilwartraveler.com/150. The site also includes maps, re-enactment information, books, and much more. Also, don’t forget … Continue reading
History4everyone
If you are interested in history, check out www.history4everyone.com. There’s something there for everyone! Book suggestions for adults and children, teaching advice, travel news, recipes, conference information, museum and historical websites, and more!
