Titanic
This online roundup explores the infamous sinking of the White Star Line ship. It includes an interactive timeline and route map of the voyage.
Related Tools & Resources
Take It to the Grave 2006
Paul Wilgenkamp helps students connect to community history by visiting a local cemetery.
The History of Thanksgiving
Takes a look at this particularly American celebration, including how New York was the first state to officially declare a day of Thanksgiving, and how President Lincoln first made Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863. It also explores period accounts and art that bring Thanksgiving celebrations through the centuries to life, and find out the origins of traditions like the Macy's parade.
National Teach-In on Lincoln
Filmed on Lincoln’s 200th birthday, this special event features three Lincoln scholars who share their expertise and answer students’ questions from all over the country.
Biography Kennedy Obama
Series profiles political leaders, artists, and other famous figures
Biography: Jesus: His Life
From his birth to the dramatic circumstances of his death, this program examines one of history's most enigmatic figures.