Learn History
'History' refers to a record of past human events, or actual past events in human affairs or in nature. It is generally based on written records, oral traditions, and physical evidence, and, therefore, is most usefully understood to refer to the historian's reconstruction of the past. History involves the conscious actions and decisions of people, and their effect both on the past, and on current events and daily life. 'History', as studied in schools, generally refers to the history of individual nations. American students study both World History and American History. To learn more about history, you can browse the links given below.
Advanced Network and Services: Library: Roman Forum
Three Netherlands students visited Rome, then created a Web site devoted to the Forum. Great pictures and facts about the lives of the people.
Ancient Egypt: Children's Information and Resources Guide
Learn about pyramids, mummies and pharaohs at this Ancient Egyptian site. Write in hieroglyphics, build your own mummy or link to other sites.
Boston University, Massachusetts: Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
The fifth-century BC historian, Herodotus, taught about the wonders of the ancient world. Now, access maps, images and historical data online.
Hyperhistory.com: Online World History and Resources Guide
Hyper History presents the last 3,000 years. Colorful lifelines, timelines and maps give information on people, places and historical events.
Rice University, Houston, Texas: Latitude: Discovery of Sailing the World
This site takes you to a time when humans knew little about the globe. Learn how early explorers built their ships and navigated the oceans.
State of Minnesota: Maya Adventure and Activities Guide
Stories, activities and pictures that teach you about the Mayans, an ancient civilization who lived in what is now Mexico, and their world.
University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa: 4000 Years of Women in Science
Learn more about impressive women in science with these fascinating biographies and images of 4,000 years of scientific investigative history.
University of Virginia, Charlottesville: Women in America
This historical site examines the status of women in 19th century America, and offers depictions of women's lives, by European travelers.