John Adams (October 30, 1735 -- July 4, 1826) was the second President of the United States, and America's first Vice President under George Washington.
John and Abigail Adams exchanged over 1150 letters during their courtship and marriage.
Although you can't watch the this PBS special online, you can read the transcript, and enjoy a handful of special web-only features such as The Choice for Revolution.
ClassBrain gives us a simple one-page biography, with a set of links for further research, and two book lists: one for kids, and one for teens and grownups.
John Adams was born in Massachusetts, the son of a farmer. He enjoyed farming and hunting while he was growing up.
This online guide to the epic, seven-part HBO mini-series includes the usual behind-the-scenes conversations with the playwright, directors and actors.
Dr. Jonas Salk (October 28, 1914 - June 23, 1995) was an American research biologist who studied immunity, influenza, AIDS and polio.
Jonas Salk, M.D. was inducted into the Academy of Achievement in 1976.
The Jonas Salk Center, representing the family of Jonas Salk, offers free educational material for students, teachers and researchers.
What does every comic book need? An evil villain and a bigger-than-life hero. This online comic book (from PBS: Science Odessey) based on the true story of Dr. Salk, has them both.
The Salk Institute for Biological Studies was established by Dr. Salk in 1959 as a "crucible for creativity" where biologists could work together on cures and other important projects.
Follow the development of the polio vaccine ("the shot heard ‘round the world") with this timeline from the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy.
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