Symbols.com contains more
than 2,500 Western signs, arranged into 54 groups according to their
graphic characteristics. In 1,600 articles their histories, uses,
and meanings are thoroughly discussed.
International, National & Regional Fact Books
CIA
World Fact Book has articles about countries of the world, regional
and topical maps.
BBC
News Country Profiles provide an instant guide to history, politics
and economic background of countries and territories.
Statistical Abstract
of the U.S. -- over 1400 tables and graphs on social, economic,
and international subjects. Better organized than previously, this
site still is not as easy to negotiate as the printed edition in Library
(HA 202).