Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) WHO HE WAS: Thomas Jefferson was the third President of the United States, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, and one of the most influential Founding Fathers for his promotion of the ideals of republicanism in the United States. An advocate of democracy, individual rights, and education, Jefferson also made
Charles Guiteau (1841-1882) WHO HE WAS: Charles Guiteau was a disturbed individual who infamously assassinated President James A. Garfield. His actions shocked the nation and led to discussions about mental health, political violence, and the security of public figures. WHAT HE SAID: Reflecting on his motivations, Guiteau proclaimed: “I am a Stalwart and Arthur will
James Garfield (1831-1881) WHO HE WAS: James Garfield served as the 20th President of the United States, known for his brief but impactful presidency. A scholar and military leader, he championed civil rights, education, and economic reform during a pivotal time in American history. WHAT HE SAID: Reflecting on the importance of education, Garfield emphasized:
America in the 20th Century. Bigger, Brighter, and More Vivid than Ever. Explore the totally updated America in the 20th Century series! We’ve given this award-winning video survey a fresh look with updated graphics and visuals in dazzling High Definition Video. This top-tier educational resource is a must-have for American history classrooms. The first nine revamped
Selma to Montgomery: A Defining Moment in the Civil Rights Movement The year 1965 etched an indelible mark in the annals of civil rights history as a series of pivotal events in Alabama ignited the transformative Selma to Montgomery march. This historic procession was no mere journey—it was a resounding call for equality and justice
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The US President’s State of the Union address has a long and intriguing history. When George Washington delivered the first “annual message to Congress”—as it was known in his day—in January 1790, he was fulfilling his Constitutional duty. Article II. Section. 3. of the nation’s founding document states: [The President] shall from time to time
Long before Jackie Robinson button-up his Dodger blues, baseball’s historic Negro Leagues was thrilling fans and breaking down barriers to racial integration. Celebrate the opening of MLB’s 2018 season with this inspiring selection from our video collection, THE BIG PICTURE! Would you like unrestricted access to our full catalog? Streaming
June 1950: The Korean War Communist forces of North Korea ignited the Korean War in June 1950 by invading South Korea across the 38th parallel. The attack escalated the Cold War. It challenged the United States and its Western Allies. And it tested the resolve of the newly formed United Nations. The subsequent war was a
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“God gave us the Ten Commandments, and we broke them. Wilson gives us the Fourteen Points. We shall see.” — Georges Clemenceau Woodrow Wilson and his historic Fourteen Points are highlighted in the latest installment of Media Rich Learning’s video collection, THE BIG PICTURE. The Fourteen Points outlined the president’s vision for a post-war order that
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With all due respect to presidents Washington and Lincoln, perhaps this Uniform Monday Holiday should be a day to remember all our chief executives—the great, the not-so-great, and the middling? After all, who needs a holiday to remember George and Abe? Perhaps, we should commemorate Handsome Frank or Old Rough and Ready—those guys could use
