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1775-1783, revolution

George Washington's spies

An account of General George Washington's Revolutionary War leadership of the Culper Ring spy network describes how his team used secret names, codes, invisible ink, and other measures to collect and share important information.

America at war

Charts U.S. military conflict over more than two centuries, from the American Revolution to the Iraq War.

The American Revolution

An in-depth look at the leaders, battles, institutions, and ideals that contributed to the American Revolution. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Agent 355

Can you win the Revolution?
Agent 355 was one of the first spies for the United States. While the true identity of 355 remains unknown, here, young readers make decisions and determine their own survival by joining secret Agent 355 as the intrepid and brave American patriot spy. Along the way, readers can choose to thwart a counterfeiting scheme or warn General Washington of an assassination plot.

Johnny Tremain

After injuring his hand, a silversmith's apprentice in Boston becomes a messenger for the Sons of Liberty in the days before the American Revolution.

The Declaration of Independence

Examines the origins of the Declaration of Independance, and discusses its significance and importance to the citizens of America.

The American Revolution

A thorough examination of the American Revolution, from the acts by Great Britain that helped precipitate it through the beginnings of the new American government. Features on-site battle re-creations, historical archival material, and contemporary commentary.

Founding fathers

A comprehensive look at the legendary politicans and statesmen who played a pivotal role in the creation of America.

How did tea and taxes spark a revolution

and other questions about the Boston Tea Party
An exploration of the Boston Tea Party that discusses taxation without representation, protestors, the Boston Massacre, and other related topics. Includes a time line and a writing activity.

The American Revolutionary War and the War of 1812

people, politics, and power
Discusses the key military and nonmilitary figures, battles, and events of the American Revolutionary War and the War of 1812.

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