Timeline JS - Lets you tell a story across time

Timeline Example: Whitney Houston
Description: At this website, you can create and share a beautiful timeline. Timeline JS is an open-source solution available in 40 languages. It is especially appropriate if you are trying to convey a story that has a meaningful chronological component. To learn more about this product, you can watch this promotional video.

 Pros: It can pull in media from different sources and has built in support for: Twitter, YouTube, Vimeo, Vine, Flickr, Google Maps, Wikipedia, SoundCloud and more are being added. 
Cons: you create your timeline through Google Spreadsheet (which can become a benefit with frequent use)
Link: TimelineJS
Cost: FREE

 Disclaimer: Please note that all of the information provided above is accurate at the time of posting and works within the United States, though access to this tool may be limited in some other parts of the world. 

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