A biography of Paul Revere, who is best remembered for his dangerous ride to warn other American patriots that British troops were on the move at the start of the Revolutionary War.
A short biography of American patriot, inventor, and statesman, Benjamin Franklin, examining his childhood and work as a printer, his many inventions, and his role in the independence of America.
A biography of the German immigrant whose family came to the United States to escape Nazi persecution of Jews and who served this country as secretary of state under two Presidents.
Young Paul Revere and his friends form a club whose members ring the bells at Christ Church, an experience which teaches him responsibility and other lessons that he uses as an adult in the American Revolution.
Ten-year-old Ben Franklin would rather be doing experiments than working in his father's candle shop, so to pass the time, he creates a kite with the hopes that he can cross the lake without swimming a single stroke.
Describes the events leading to the composition and signing of the Declaration of Independence, and discusses the document's importance in American history.
An illustrated biography of Mahatma Gandhi, a political reformer known for his nonviolent methods, and a principle leader in the drive for the independence of India from British colonial rule.
