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Catholic Recusants Catholic Recusants- Explains Recusancy which was a new offence in the 16th century which partly led to the gunpowder plot. United Kingdom Parliament: The Gunpowder Plot United Kingdom Parliament: The Gunpowder Plot- Parliament's story of the Gunpowder Plot in a FAQ style. Wikipedia: Guy Fawkes Wikipedia: Guy Fawkes- Online encyclopedia covers the history of the Gunpowder Plot, with explanations of the words and terms used. Guy Fawkes' Confession Guy Fawkes' Confession- The documents that led to his execution and others from the Public Record Office UK. The Gunpowder Plot The Gunpowder Plot- This page is one of many from the Catholic Encyclopedia, it covers the subject profoundly. The Gunpowder Plot The Gunpowder Plot- Easy to understand version of the plot. Guy Fawkes Day: Bonfire Night Guy Fawkes Day: Bonfire Night- An easy to follow chronicle of events for the younger ones. BBC: Britain Prepares to Light the Blue Touch Paper - Stand Well Back BBC: Britain Prepares to Light the Blue Touch Paper - Stand Well Back- The British Broadcasting Corporation explains why the British insist on lighting fires and setting off rocke… CNN: A Penny for Guy CNN: A Penny for Guy- Short history of the Gunpowder Plot which includes information about the Tower of London. Gunpowder : Guy Fawkes Gunpowder : Guy Fawkes- Single page with a discussion forum, debating the effects of the gunpowder that was stored in the cellars of Parliament. Holbeche House Holbeche House- Britannia`s guide to the hideout of the plotters and the siege that followed. Guy Fawkes Guy Fawkes- A brief outline of the gunpowder plot. The Gunpowder Plot of 1605 The Gunpowder Plot of 1605- Review of the 1997 film of the same name and short history of the plot. The Gunpowder Plot of 1605 The Gunpowder Plot of 1605- Simplified explanation of the events and descriptions of the people involved. Britannia: The Gunpowder Plot Britannia: The Gunpowder Plot- David Nash Ford's comprehensive guide to the Gunpowder Plot and the plotters. Robert Catesby Robert Catesby- Britannia`s biography on one of the main plotters. Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury Robert Cecil, Earl of Salisbury- Britannia`s biography on the infamous Earl that falsified the evidence and confessions of the plotters (or did he?). Robert Wintour Robert Wintour- Britannia`s biography on a member of the gunpowder plot. The Stuarts The Gunpowder Plot The Stuarts The Gunpowder Plot- Two short views of the events. William Parker, Baron Morley & Monteagle William Parker, Baron Morley & Monteagle- Britannia`s biography on the man behind the famous letter. Trial of Guy Fawkes and Others Trial of Guy Fawkes and Others- Transcription of the trial and the prosecution case against the conspirators. Guy Fawkes Guy Fawkes- Britannia's article about the life and times of Guy Fawkes by David Herber. Bonfire Night Countdown Bonfire Night Countdown- Countdown to Guy Fawkes night, including an overall description of this British observation. Bonfire Night at Activity Village Bonfire Night at Activity Village- Advice on how to celebrate bonfire night for the younger ones with interactive games and history fact sheets. GameQuiz GameQuiz- Questions to test your knowledge on the Gunpowder Plot. Animated Guy Fawkes Day E-Cards Animated Guy Fawkes Day E-Cards- Free animated Guy Fawkes Day greeting cards from a wildlife and environmental site. Happy Guy Fawkes Day Happy Guy Fawkes Day- A fresh look at the celebrations with history, poems and music files. Guy Fawkes Cartoons Guy Fawkes Cartoons- A selection of comical drawings. Guy Fawkes Day Guy Fawkes Day- This is a live action role playing game, studying the history of the Gunpowder Plot with many resources. Come to the Groundhog Day Party Come to the Groundhog Day Party- Suggestions for lesson plans, history, stories, links to games, activities, and teacher resources. Groundhog's Day Groundhog's Day- Ideas for Groundhog Day games, songs, art projects, and snacks. From Perpetual Preschool. Internet Brothers Internet Brothers- A small but nice collection of holiday images. J's Magic Free Graphics Gallery J's Magic Free Graphics Gallery- Free seasonal graphics and clip art year round. J's Magic Free Fourth of July Graphics J's Magic Free Fourth of July Graphics- Offering free quality seasonal graphics all year long. Happy Father's Day from Wilstar Happy Father's Day from Wilstar- Includes historical information and quotations about fathers. 2,000 Years of the Necktie 2,000 Years of the Necktie- The history of America's favorite Father's Day gift. Infoplease.com: Father's Day Timeline Infoplease.com: Father's Day Timeline- Traces the observance from its start in 1910 to the present day. Celebrating Dads - Father's Day on FamilyEducation.com Celebrating Dads - Father's Day on FamilyEducation.com- Features ideas and activities to help make this Father's Day the best ever. GourmetSleuth - Easter Traditions GourmetSleuth - Easter Traditions- Provides summaries of the stories behind the holiday and many of its symbols, including eggs, bunnies, lilies, and peeps. Easter in Gambatesa, Italy Easter in Gambatesa, Italy- Describes how important days in Lent are celebrated in the Region of Molise, Italy. About Landscaping About Landscaping- Relates the history behind the Easter Bunny tradition. Describes the pagan origins behind the Easter Bunny, eggs, and the holiday's name. Hope of Israel Ministries: Easter Hope of Israel Ministries: Easter- A list of articles contending Easter is bad. How Stuff Works: Easter How Stuff Works: Easter- Describes the religious and cultural origins of the Easter holiday as well as symbols such as Easter eggs, the Easter bunny and hot cross buns. A Short History of Easter and Spring. A Short History of Easter and Spring.- Brief history of the spring festival. The Story of Easter The Story of Easter- Brief account traces the evolution of Easter from a pagan festival to a Christian celebration. Christine O'Keeffe's Easter Page Christine O'Keeffe's Easter Page- Easter history, customs, legends, and links. History and customs of May Day. Easter - Its Origins and Meanings Easter - Its Origins and Meanings- Jewish, Christian and Pagan origins and meanings of Easter. From religioustolerance.org. The Easter Page The Easter Page- Site examines the historical roots of Easter and traditions associated with the holiday. Easter Parade Greeting Card Easter Parade Greeting Card- Animated online greeting and related links. The Magic of Easter greeting card The Magic of Easter greeting card- Animated, musical Easter greeting complete with a 3D genie.