"The Smithsonian Institution receives a great many public inquiries
covering a wide range of topics. This encyclopedia has been compiled to
answer frequently asked question or to provide guidance in finding
the requested information."
http://clever.net/cam/encyclopedia.html
"This site contains general information on the U.S. census and
Social Security Index for people researching their family history. Links
to other sites that contain helpful census information are included."
"The NARA has collected much information on individuals and families.
This section provides general information on NARA's resources on individuals,
as well as guides to the use of NARA holdings for genealogical research."
"A group of RAND employees share the hobby of tracing their family trees.
They provide this page to share information about genealogical resources
they've found available on the 'information highway'." Should
be one of your first stops if you are looking for genealogy information.
"Here is a list of wonderful maps for you to view and print!! A quick
click and you can view your proposed trip aroung Detroit, or check out the
roads into Boston, or find a great fishing spot in Southern California."
"The National Atlas Information Service is responsible for the
development and maintenance of an authoritative synthesis of the geography
of Canada. Includes base maps, geographical names, and thematic maps that
reflect the social, economic, environmental and cultural fabric of
Canada."