1775-1783, revolution

Brash young apprentice Johnny Tremain, injured in an accident that leaves him unable to practice his trade, becomes involved with Rab, a Boston printer, who draws Johnny with him into the events of the Revolutionary War.

Contains nine essays in which scholars explore the results of the American Revolution, looking at the conflict from the vantage points of the elites and the yeomen farmers, examining the ways in which liberty was appropriated, and discussing the kinds of radicalism that arose late in the revolutionary era due to a frustration that the war had not brought about promised changes.

Briefly explores the life of American Revolutionary War figure John Paul Jones and his role in creating the American Navy.

Examines the events leading up to the creation of the American Constitution and Bill of Rights. Includes a timeline, a glossary, a website for further information, and photographs.

Traces the events that transpired after the conclusion of the Revolutionary War, revealing how America's leaders addressed challenges facing the young nation. Also examines how the Revolutionary War was viewed on an international level.

Introduces some of the European soldiers who traveled from Europe to America during the Revolutionary War to help the Americans fight for their independence from Great Britain including Marquis de Lafayette, Count Casimir Pulaski, and Baron von Steuben.

Briefly examines the lives and contributions of the "Founding Mothers" of the United States--such as Abigail Adams, Deborah Read Franklin, Esther DeBerdt Reed, and Martha Washington.

Provides an overview of the American Revolution describing the causes, the battles, and the result.

"Uses primary sources to tell the story of the American Revolution."--Provided by publisher.

Looks at how the government of the United States was formed after the American Revolution.