Presidents & Notables

Page Updated December 2024

Abraham Lincoln Birthplace  Learn about one of our most influential presidents. From the National Park Service.

American Presidents American President biographies from the White House site.

Astronauts Home Page  From NASA. Complete information on the American astronaut corps.

Biographies of Great African Americans  For Kids. From Enchanted Learning.

Campobello  Franklin D. Roosevelt spent many enjoyable vacations at Campobello Island in New Brunswick’s Bay of Fundy. This historical park pays tribute to the key role that Roosevelt played in the histories of both Canada and the US. In English and French.

First Inaugural Address of Abraham Lincoln (1861)  The complete text of the Abraham Lincoln's First Inaugural Address.

Full Text of J. F. Kennedy's Inaugural Address in 1961  An electronic text.

George Bush Presidential Library and Museum  The story of George Bush is a fascinating one of adventure, courage, dedication, and service. Our museum exhibits reveal the unique influences and challenges which shaped George Bush's life and presidency.

Inaugural Addresses of the Presidents of the United States  At this site find the inaugural address of every president from George Washington to George Bush. Read briefs about the presidents themselves and their full-text inaugural addresses.

Legends Of America: Historic People  Here, you’ll find some of the most comprehensive articles and lists of the many and varied personalities in American history.

The American President  This Web site, which was developed in coordination with the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS ), will provide teachers and students with exciting tools and resources to learn and discover about a uniquely American idea -- the presidency.

The U.S. Electoral College  This website, maintained by the Office of the Federal Register, contains information and statistics about past and present presidential elections.

Women in American History Hundreds of women who stand out in American history due to their strong characters, contributions to society, or plain old interesting personalities.