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Introducing Memorials and Monuments
Use these photographs of various monuments and memorials to get students thinking about the role and purpose of monuments in a society.
It's All a Swindle (Alles Schwindel)
"It's All a Swindle" (Alles Schwindel) by Mischa Spoliansky and Marcellus Schiffer is a Cabaret song from the Weimar Republic in Germany, 1931.
Jan van Riebeeck Arrives, 1652
The arrival of Jan van Riebeeck, a Dutch navigator and colonial administrator, at Table Bay (Cape of Good Hope) marked the beginning of permanent European settlement in the region.
Joe Maddon in Coal Country
In this clip from American Creed, Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon shares his story about growing up in the small town of Hazleton, Pennsylvania, and his efforts to strengthen the community there today.
John Carey on the Rule of Law
Political scientist John Carey discusses the importance of the rule of law in making democracy work.
John Lewis on Facing History and Ourselves
In a speech to a workshop led by Facing History and Ourselves, the late Sen. John Lewis describes what must be done to make America a more inclusive society.
John Sexton on Religion and Democracy, Part 1: A Rebuke to Intolerance
John Sexton talks about George Washington's Letter to the Hebrew Congregation of Newport and his strong condemnation of bigotry.
John Sexton on Religion and Democracy, Part 2: An Ecumenical Society
John Sexton discusses the ideas of pluralism and diversity of faith.
Journalists and Social Media
Journalists discuss how social media was used in the aftermath of Michael Brown's death in Ferguson, Missouri.
Letter from George Washington to Hebrew Congregation of Newport, RI
The first page of the letter that George Washington wrote to the Hebrew Congregation of Newport, RI on August, 21, 1790.
Letter from George Washington to Hebrew Congregation of Newport, RI (Page 2)
The second page of the letter that George Washington wrote to the Hewbrew Congregation of Newport, RI on August, 21, 1790.
Letter from Moses Seixas to George Washington
The first page of the letter Moses Seixas wrote to George Washington on August 17, 1790.
