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Government Sites
Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial 1809-2009 - (Library of Congress) - It’s Abraham Lincoln’s
200th birthday, and America is celebrating! We remember Abraham Lincoln because as America’s 16th President,
he fought to keep the nation from splitting apart.
American Treasures - Library of Congress - A guide to some of the "treasures" in the
Library of Congress. Check out Thomas Jefferson's handwritten draft of the Declaration of Independence.
Biography of Abraham Lincoln - (White House) - Learn about our 16th
president.
Executive Branch - Ben's Guide - (Government Printing Office) - The executive
branch of Government enforces the laws of the land. The President receives this help from the Vice President,
department heads (Cabinet members), heads of independent agencies, and executive agencies.
First Ladies of the United States - They came from different social and economic
backgrounds, from many different geographical regions, and with diverse education preparation. Each First Lady
served our country well and each left her own mark. Visit this site to learn more about them.
Meet Amazing Americans - America's Story - Discover the inventors, politicians, performers,
activists and other everyday people who made this country what it is today.
Mr. President - IdeaLab - (Smithsonian Institution) - A portrait gallery of all of the U.S.
presidents.
Political History - Smithsonian Institution - Learn
about the history of politics. This site has resources on such topics as Presidents and First Ladies and Reform
and Civil Rights.
Presidential Timeline of the 20th Century - (National Archives) - The Presidential Timeline
provides a single point of access to an ever-growing selection of digitized assets from the collections of the twelve
Presidential Libraries.
President's Cabinet - Ben's Guide - (Government Printing Office) - The
purpose of the Cabinet is to advise the President on matters relating to the duties of their respective offices.
Presidents of the United States - (White House) - The biographies of the presidents’ give us
a clear look into the highs and lows of American history. Learn more about the presidents, the changes we faced
in the past, and challenges yet to come.
Primary Election: Election of the President & Vice President
(Grades 9-12) - (Government Printing Office) - Learn about the process to elect a President and Vice
President.
The American Presidency - The American presidency has a fascinating history. Learn
more form this interesting site..
Truman
Library Kids Page - Learn all about Harry Truman, former president of the United States and all sorts
of other "Truman" trivia.
U.S. Electoral College - (Office of the Federal Register) - The Electoral College is not a
place; it is a process that began as part of the original design of the U.S. Constitution. The people of the U.S. vote
for the electors who then vote for the President. Read more about how the terms "Elector" and "Electoral College"
came into use.
U.S. Presidents - America's Story - (Library Of Congress) - Learn more about our U.S.
Presidents. See a timeline of important events.
Vice President of the United States (President
of the Senate) - (U.S. Senate) - American vice presidents have included some remarkable
individuals. Go to this site to find out more.
With Malice Toward None: The Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial
Exhibition - (Library of Congress) - In honor of Lincoln's 200th birthday, check out the online exhibit
and physical exhibits in Washington, D.C., along with several other locales throughout the year. You can also see
Lincoln Vignettes, which has drawings, photos, or sculptures of Lincoln represent different time periods of his
life.
Other Resources
Citizenship Quiz - History.com - Test your knowledge on Amercian Government,
American History and Civics.
Presidents: the Secret
History - Learn some little known facts about our presidents.
United States Government - FactMonster - Learn about presidents, elections,
congress, and the supreme court.
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