Biography
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- Africans in America: Prince Henry the Navigator
- Excerpt from a PBS series examines Henry's role in opening routes for the trade of slaves.
- 743
- Prince Henry the Navigator and the Institute at Sagres
- A short history of Henry's life from About.com. Emphasizes the role he played in moving Portuguese exploration forward.
- 744
- Legend of the Arctic: Matthew Henson
- Offers a comprehensive biography and timeline. Includes a recording of a radio show done to discuss the contributions of Matthew Henson and his struggle to gain recognition, as well as a tribute created by elementary school children.
- 746
- Matthew Henson: Arctic Explorer
- Information and photos about an African-American Arctic adventurer who accompanied Admiral Robert Peary on several expeditions attempting to reach the North Pole.
- 747
- The Life and Times of Henry Hudson
- A detailed account of Hudson's life. Includes family tree and time lines.
- 748
- America's Library: Lewis and Clark
- The Library of Congress – Brief history, stories, and photographs about the team best known for their “Corps of Discovery” expedition.
- 749
- Discovering Lewis & Clark
- Multimedia presentation explains how explorers spent their free time, explores why Thomas Jefferson directed Lewis & Clark to go on this journey, and examines its importance to the Louisiana Purchase.
- 750
- Jefferson's West
- Explore the Lewis and Clark Expedition from Thomas Jefferson's perspective and discover why the expedition was so important to him.
- 751
- Lewis & Clark Journey of Discovery
- Explores how Thomas Jefferson's grand idea and Lewis and Clark's great adventure changed the course of history. Includes maps, timelines, interactive games for kids, and teacher resources.
- 753
- PBS Online: Lewis and Clark
- Provides information on the explorers, expedition journals, trip timeline and maps, interviews with historical experts, an overview of Native American tribes, and classroom lessons.
- 755
- Wholesome Words: David Livingstone
- Offers multiple biographies of the Scottish missionary and explorer to Africa.
- 756
- First Circumnavigation of the Globe by Magellan: 1519-1522
- A simple, illustrated account of Magellan's attempt to sail all the way around the world.