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The Internet contains a wealth of information, but sometimes it's a little tricky to find what you need. By using the preselected Web sites provided below you will be able to narrow your search, answer assigned questions, and save precious time. Simply follow the links to find valuable research materials and activity support. There's a lot of information in here, happy hunting!

Section 1: Roosevelt and Progressivism

Nellie Bly http://www.pbs.org/ wgbh/ amex/ world/ peopleevents/ pande01.html
From PBS, an article about the life and journalistic achievements of Nellie Bly.

The Evolution of the Conservation Movement http://lcweb2.loc.gov/ ammem/ amrvhtml/ conshome.html
An extensive Library of Congress collection that charts the development of the conservation movement from 1850–1920. Includes manuscripts, photographs, and more. This is a great site to consult if you are looking for in-depth research on this subject.

Theodore Roosevelt: Icon of the American Century http://www.npg.si.edu/ exh/ roosevelt/ index.htm
This National Portrait Gallery exhibit traces the life of Theodore Roosevelt by providing a biography of his life, as well as cartoons, art, and photos that help tell his political and personal story.

The Story of Theodore Roosevelt http://www.pbs.org/ wgbh/ amex/ tr/
Learn more about Theodore Roosevelt's contributions to the American presidency and his dedication to reform. Roosevelt's life and legacy are pieced together through interviews with experts, a comprehensive time line, and biographical information.

Section 2: Taft and Wilson as Progressives

William Howard Taft: 27th President, 1909–1913 http://www.whitehouse.gov/ history/ presidents/ wt27.html
A brief biography of the life of William Howard Taft.

President Woodrow Wilson http://www.wilsoncenter.org/ index.cfm?fuseaction=about.woodrow
From the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, a brief biography as well as links to the text of the Fourteen Points and other related sites.

An Era of Expansion and Reform http://odur.let.rug.nl/ ~usa/ H/1990/ ch6_p11.htm
A helpful summary of the presidencies of Theodore Roosevelt, William Howard Taft, and Woodrow Wilson. Traces major acts and amendments that originated during this period of progressive reform.

Inaugural Address of William Howard Taft http://www.yale.edu/ lawweb/ avalon/ presiden/ inaug/ taft.htm
From Yale Law School's Avalon Project, a transcript of William Howard Taft's 1909 inaugural address.

Section 3: Women Win New Rights

A History of Women's Suffrage http://www.history.rochester.edu/ class/ suffrage/ home.htm
A detailed history of the women's suffrage movement.

Carrie Chapman Catt Childhood Home http://www.catt.org/ index.html
Provides information about the life of Carrie Chapman Catt and her childhood home. Includes links to other suffrage sites, portrait galleries, and an audio clip of Catt speaking about the world suffrage movement.

The History of Women's Suffrage in America http://www.historychannel.com/ exhibits/ woman/ main.html
A History Channel exhibit that traces the history of women's suffrage, with a time line and a list of "firsts" in women's achievements.

Political Culture and Imagery of American Woman Suffrage http://www.nmwh.org./ exhibits/ exhibit_frames.html
From the National Museum of Women's History, an online exhibit that chronicles women's 72-year struggle for the right to vote. Features posters, photos, and sound clips of songs from the suffrage movement.