It's the late 1700s. Tensions are increasing between the American colonies and Great Britain. The Revolutionary War is about to begin. Will you: Fight for independence as a minuteman? OR... Fight as a patriot soldier? OR... Work to keep the colonies under British rule? Author Elaine Landau invites readers to make the important decisions during the colonies first battles against the British.
The American Revolution established the world’s greatest democracy and led to the rise of the most powerful nation on Earth. Through thoughtful narrative supported by fully documented quotes this title begins with A Brief History of the American Revolution and then examines these questions: How Did the Actions by the King and Parliament Give Rise to the Revolution? How Did the Battles of Trenton and Princeton Change the Course of the Revolution? How Did Assistance from France Help the American Cause? How Did the American Revolution Spark Change Throughout the World?.
Portrays the intelligence agents known as George Washington's secret six, who were recruited by George Washington to gather information secretly and thus contributed significantly to the general's successes in the Revolutionary War.
Profiles the life of New Jersey born Mary Ludwig who became a Revolutionary War heroine when she carried water to American soldiers and even fired a cannon herself during the Battle of Monmouth.
After being presumed dead, Jamie Fraser returns to find that his best friend has married his wife, his illegitmate son has discovered who is father is, and his nephew has decided to marry a Quaker.
The Battles of Lexington and Concord are often glossed over in history books as the beginning of the American Revolution in April 1777. However, how they fit in with the events before and after the war are well worth reading about.
