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African Americans in History "This page provides short biographies of some famous African Americans such as Zora Neale Hurston, Colin Powell, Harriet Tubman, George Washington Carver and many more."
American Presidency "Grolier Online presents The American Presidency, an exclusive history of presidents, the presidency, politics and related sites."
Biography.com A searchable database of over 20,000 personalities both contemporary and historic.
Black History Month "Profiles of sixty men and women who've made a difference in the arts, entertainment, sports, world affairs, human rights and history. You'll also find a timeline of important events in African American history."
Exploration Timeline From the Mariners' Museum - Newport News, Virginia
Explorers' of the Millenium This is a ThinkQuest Junior project
Exploring Leonardo "Explore this site and learn about this fascinating scientist, inventor, and artist."
Discoverers Web This site contains biographical profiles of explorers which can be searched alphabetically.
Founding Fathers--Delegates to the Constitution Provides short biographies of each of the Founding Fathers who were delegates to the Constitutional Convention.
Heroine Worship--Women's History "Search this site either chronologically or alphabetically for famous women who, throughout history, have made a contribution to society in one way or another. The women featured at this site are often considered heroines by today’s standards. The site includes biographies, interactive puzzles and games, past articles of women’s accomplishments, and much more."
Hispanic-American Hall of Fame This site includes Hispanic-Americans from Puerto Rico, Mexico, Cuba, El Salvador, Peru, Dominican Republic, Spain, Argentina, etc.
Inventors Hall of Fame (National) "The National Inventors Hall of Fame is dedicated to the individuals who conceived the great technological advances which this nation fosters through its patent system."
Inventors and Innovation (Smithsonian) "Selected links to sites hosted by Smithsonian Institution museums and organizations."
Life Hall of Heroes Just who are our heroes? They are men or women, privileged or poor, patriots or rebels. They are different from the rest of us, and yet the same. They are our inspiration and therefore essential. From the melting pot the greatest rise, elevating us all. Each week Life magazine inducts a new hero into our Hall of Heroes.
Martin Luther King Jr. Timeline Explore a timeline about the life of Martin Luther King Jr. created by students and their teachers.
Martin Luther King Jr. "Learn about the role Martin Luther King played in shaping the America we know today. This site contains sound files, photos, timelines, and activities related to Dr. King's life. There are also sections on Martin Luther King Day and the Civil Rights Movement."
Mother Teresa Visit catholic.net and learn about the life of Mother Teresa and the latest news about her.
National Women's Hall fo Fame "Come stand among great women. Explore the biographies of The Hall's inductees."
Spectrum Biography Library "Biographies of people throughout history and people in the news." Portraits are included. People covered include: Clara Barton, the Bronte Sisters, Elizabeth Browning, Julius Caesar, Cesar Chavez, Aaron Copeland, Jacques Cousteau, Charles Dickens, Wyatt Earp, Thomas Edison, King Edward VIII, Henry Ford, Benjamin Franklin, Harry Houdini, Scott Joplin, Abraham Lincoln, Wolfgang Mozart, Pocahontas, Sitting Bull, Georges Seurat, Jonathan Swift, Harriet Tubman, Oscar Wilde.
Women of the Past This site has biographies of women who contributed to our culture in many different ways. There are writers, educators, scientists, heads of state, politicians, civil rights crusaders, artists, entertainers, and others. Some were alive hundreds of years ago and some are living today.
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