American Federalism - a detailed article, aimed at the serious history student.
The American Presidency - by Grolier, articles on political parties from the Anti-Masonics through the Whigs, and info on the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, etc. A GREAT source.
History of the Supreme Court: An easy-to-follow article
Weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation - a slide show outlining the problems.
Articles of Confederation: A handy list of facts about the A of C
Articles of Confederation Essay - An exploration of the A of C - good source!
How the Constitution improved on the Articles of Confederation
The US Constitution Online - Lots of info about what is and IS NOT in the Constitution
Constitution Facts- EXCELLENT site! Info on the Articles of Confederation, the Bill of Rights, the Constitution... Check it out!
Bill of Rights: From Grolier. A detailed article.
Federalist Papers chat room - need help? post a question here..
The Federalist papers Explained - Outline of American History explores these essays.
The Federalist Papers - A Slick page by James Madison University - very good!
Federalist Paper #1: The first essay, put into modern English
The English Bill of Rights, 1689: Excerpted from the original, a source of our own Bill of Rights
Hamilton vs Jefferson - Their views on the common people
The Whiskey Rebellion - Essay and links exploring this first violent test of government.
The Federalist Era: A powerpoint slide show with some details on the parties, and Hamilton vs Jefferson.
Dave Yu's AP History Guide: Check out file 3 and the section on Hamilton vs Jefferson (scroll down). Lots of info here...
An Outline of American History: Lengthy article, with a section devoted to the Hamilton-Jefferson controversy.
ThinkQuest: The Democratic-Republican Party. Article about Jefferson's party, and the key people in it.
Quia: An online quiz on the beginning of the political parties.
Alexander Hamilton - from his obscure birth to his tragic death, by An Outline of American History
The Burr-Hamilton Duel - from About.com
The Duel: From PBS, a Great site that explores Hamilton, Burr, and a tragic shot.
John Adams - A bio brought to you by the White House.
Monticello - Jefferson's Home
Thomas Jefferson - a bio and timeline
Jeffersonian Democracy: An overview of Jefferson's political career
The Philosopher President - Explores Jefferson, focusing on the '96 and '00 campaigns
Jeffersonian Era: A Powerpoint presentation on the nations' 3rd President.
Thomas Jefferson on Politics and Government: Direct quotes from the man himself!
James Madison - His bio, his writings, his involvement in the War of 1812
Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings - an essay, and assorted links. With music!
Louisiana Purchase: A good overview from Gateway to New Orleans.
Go West America: National Geographic interactive site on Lewis and Clark
Discovering Lewis and Clark - Another stunning site, a prototype for a CD-ROM. Excellent design.
Primary Source documents - a collection from the War of 1812.
Marbury v Madison: This page contains some excellent info on a most important case?
Tippecanoe and the Internet, Too: A site dedicated to the battle that led to 1812.
Battle of New Orleans: Jackson?s account to the secretary of war.
The Hartford Convention: the North considers secession!
Andrew Jackson: A summary of his life and political career, by Kids Almanac
The Age of Jackson: Created for a college course, with some good background sections.
Jackson Invents the Popular Will: Argues that Jackson did NOT win by popular vote in 1824 ? well reasoned.
American Presidency: Jackson?s speeches, major events, and key stats. Great site!
The Spoils System: An article by Encarta.com
The Bank War and the Politics of Class: Very detailed, very advanced article.
American Whig Party:Read about the party born from anti-Jackson sentiments?
Jackson?s Indian Policy:Read about Jackson?s view of Native Americans, in his own words
Removal of the Five Civilized Tribes: Essay from Themestream
Indian Removal Map: See what lands were lost by the tribes, and where they ended up.