1775-1783, revolution

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1775-1783, revolution

The war before independence, 1775-1776

Details the battles, individuals, and politics involved during the American Revolution focusing on the years 1775 and 1776. Includes new material from letters, diaries, and research that focus on little-known tribulations and triumphs during this violent period of the war.

George Washington, spymaster

how the Americans outspied the British and won the Revolutionary War
Examines how George Washington used espionage during the American Revolutionary War, discussing the Culper Ring, the Sons of Liberty, codes, ciphers, and more. Includes illustrations.

Faces of revolution

personalities and themes in the struggle for American independence
Presents ten essays in which the author examines the motivations, character, and beliefs of eight leaders and followers of the American Revolution, including John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Jonathan Mayhew, and Harbottle Dorr; and explores the central themes of the American Revolution.

Secret weapons

a tale of the Revolutionary War
Fourteen-year-old Daniel is disappointed when his father makes him stay behind to work in his blacksmith shop instead of enlisting in the militia, but when Daniel discovers a horde of weapons in the backroom of the shop, Daniel's role becomes crucial to the fate of the American Revolution.

Ropes of revolution

the tale of the Boston Tea Party
A graphic novel adaptation of the events leading up to the Boston Tea Party in December 1773, about fifteen-year-old Benjamin and his friend, Joseph, who try to figure out a way to join the Sons of Liberty in the action.

What happened at the Boston Tea Party?

Presents a short study of the Boston Tea Party of 1773, and describes its role in the events leading up to the American Revolution.

George vs. George

the American Revolution as seen from both sides
Explores how the characters and lives of King George III of England and George Washington affected the progress and outcome of the American Revolution.

John Paul Jones

American naval hero
Primary sources help chronicle the life of American navel hero John Paul Jones.

Toolkit texts

Contains fifty-two articles, ten lessons, and primary sources for teaching the American Revolution and the Constitution in the classroom.

What caused the American Revolution?

Traces the events that led to the American Revolution, and looks at the war's long-term consequences.

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