The Peopling Of America
Source: The Statue of Liberty–Ellis Island Foundation
People have been immigrating to America for tens of thousands of years. Use this interactive timeline to see how immigration patterns have changed over time.
History
Challenger Disaster
Source: HISTORY
On January 28, 1986, the space shuttle Challenger exploded shortly after liftoff, killing all seven of its crew members. At this site, you can read and watch videos about this national tragedy.
Address at the Conclusion of the Selma to Montgomery March
Source: Stanford University
Read or listen to one of the most important speeches by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The AI Revolution Is On
Source: Forbes
Artificial intelligence is all around us—and it’s not a bunch of robots that behave like humans. Find out what AI looks like in today’s world, and discover how we got here.
I’ve Been Haunted by Anne Frank’s Memory for So Long
Source: The Guardian
After Anne Frank’s death, her father married the mother of Eva Schloss, who had gone into hiding with her family and survived a concentration camp. In this interview, Schloss talks about her experiences growing up as Anne Frank’s stepsister.
Immigration Explorer
Source: The New York Times
The vast majority of Americans can trace their roots to another country. This interactive map from The New York Times makes it easy to see where and when different groups settled in the United States. Use the pull-down menu in the upper left corner to select a national group, then move the arrow on the timeline to see how many people entered the United States during each decade.
Slavery in America
Source: History, A&E Television Networks
Read this article to learn about how slavery came to the United States and about the fight to abolish it. From this page, you can also watch videos and browse links to other related topics, such as important historical figures of the time, the American Civil War, and the abolitionist movement.
9/11 Memorial
Source: National September 11 Memorial & Museum
Though paralyzing and devastating to the nation, the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, also served to unite its citizens. Ten years later, the National September 11 Memorial & Museum opened to the public. At this site, you can learn about the design and construction of the memorial, access a webcam to view it, take a virtual tour, and explore the museum’s collections.
James I on the Divine Right of Kings
Source: The National Archives (UK)
King James I of England was a proponent of the divine right of kings: the idea that a king’s power came directly from God. This idea is key to several of Shakespeare’s plays, including Macbeth, and was delineated in a speech the king gave to Parliament in 1609. This site provides the original text, a transcript, and an audio recording.
The Museum of Tolerance
Source: Simon Wiesenthal Center
Located in southern California, the Museum of Tolerance is “dedicated to challenging visitors to understand the Holocaust in both historic and contemporary contexts.” Explore the interactive exhibits available at the official site of the museum.