American Biography - cool project by the students at Gotha Middle School on famous Americans from the past and present. American Masters - this PBS site focuses on the lives, work, and careers of great cultural artists in America. Includes John Hope Franklin, William Friday, Terry Stanford, and Jesse Helms. Biography of Uncle Sam - read about this legendary US character, supposedly named after Samuel Wilson.
Some parts are gory, so be careful.
Joe - read his story, examine the dangers of labor in the early 1900s, and find out how American laborers organized to demand their rights. Long Journey Home - check out this PBS series on Irish music, language, genealogy, and a list of famous Irish Americans. From the Internet African American History Challenge. Leaders in American History - identify some remarkable Americans by their contributions toward equality and human rights. Written by kids, for kids.