Text and illustrations present a factual overview and analysis of the American Revolution and its aftermath, discussing its origins, the new government, and the Revolution's effect on the world at large. Also includes a glossary, time line, and further-reading list.
Discusses immigration to the United States during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries and describes the small island in New York harbor that served as the point of entry for millions of immigrants from 1892 to 1954.
Presents an examination of the events that led to the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolutionary War, including information on the Battles of Lexington and Concord and how the conflict began to spread rapidly to other areas of the colonies.
Presents an examination of the causes of the American Revolutionary War, including information on the colonists growing desire for self-government, the increasing restrictions the British placed on new settlements, and the escalating tensions between Britain and the colonists.
Presents an examination of how the rivalry between France and Britain helped the Patriots during the American Revolutionary War, including information on the skirmishes between 1778-1781 that led to a decisive Battle of Yorktown and the end of the conflict.
Presents an overview of the formation of the American government, including information on the Continental Congress and the events that led to the drafting of the United States Constitution.
Presents an examination of the daily life of the people living in the colonies at the time of the American Revolutionary War, from 1775-1783, and includes information on the civilians, Patriots, Native Americans, British Loyalists, and women.
