1775-1783, revolution

Describes the events that took place after the American Revolution, covering peace talks and a new government, the new constitution, the issue of slavery, the American Bill of Rights, George Washington as the first president, setting up a monetary system, and more.

Looks at the various events that led up to the American Revolution, including the Stamp Act, the Boston Tea Party, and the Boston Massacre among others.

"Examines the American Revolution, including the causes of the conflict, the major battles, the leaders of the fight for independence, daily life for soldiers and civilians, and the American victory"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a short history of the Battle of Yorktown that took place in Virginia in 1781 and explains the events leading up to the battle, British, American, and French leaders involved, and the outcome of the battle that led to independence from Britain.

During the Revolutionary War, a ten-year-old girl crosses enemy lines to deliver a loaf of bread containing a message for the patriots.

Presents a short biography of George Washington written in graphic novel format, and focuses on his leadership during both the French and Indian War and the Revolutionary War as well as his appointment as the first President of the new United States.

Presents an introduction to the Declaration of Independence, exploring the ideas and events that led to its creation, and discussing its role in inspiring equality in the U.S. and around the world.

Letters, diaries, memoirs, interviews, ballads, newspaper articles, and speeches depict life and events in the American colonies in the second half of the eighteenth century, with an emphasis on the years of the Revolutionary War.

A biography of the political activist who encouraged rebellion against Great Britain.

At the dawn of the Revolutionary War, Samantha Byrd must decide whether or not to seek revenge and join the troops in fighting.