Essential events

Describes the creation of the Oregon Trail, the dangers of life on the trail, and the pioneers who survived the journey to make a new home in the American West. Includes primary sources, photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and additional resources.

Offers a comprehensive overview of Hurricane Katrina and its devastating aftermath, describing the storm's progression, the attempted evacuation of New Orleans, the destruction it brought, the clean up and rebuilding efforts, the government's response to the disaster, and other related topics.

Explores the historic events, people, and situations surrounding the establishment of the Jamestown Colony in 1607.

Presents the life and expeditions of explorer Zebulon Pike that chronicles his journeys into boththe American Northwest as well as into Mexican territory of the Southwest.

Presents a detailed chronology of the California gold rush.

An overview of the Harlem Renaissance, chronicling its history, and discussing the lives and accomplishments of African American authors, artists, and leaders of the era. Includes a time line, glossary, and other resources.

Details the rescue of thirty-three miners in a mine in the Atacama Desert in Chile, describing how they were trapped, how they survived, the plans to save them, and more.

Details the histories of the United States Constitution and Bill of Rights, covering the key people and events that surround the writing and signing of these important documents.

Relates the events of May 6, 1937, when the airship "Hindenburg" exploded and crashed in Lakehurst, New Jersey, and includes information on the investigation, a history of zeppelins and airships, and a timeline.

Describes the causes, events, and key figures of the French and Indian War, and includes a timeline.