Understanding the American Revolution

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The causes of the American Revolution

2013
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.

Phillis Wheatley

poet of the revolutionary era
2013
Looks at the life of African American poet and slave Phillis Wheatley.

Life on the homefront during the American Revolution

2013
Readers will discover that life on the homefront during the American Revolution brought profound changes particularly for women and for some American slaves. Also, readers will discover that it was a time of great social change and more freedom.

King George III

England's struggle to keep America
2013
Profiles the life and reign of King George III of England, and describes his early years, his part in provoking the American Revolution, the wars during his reign, his accomplishments, illness, and more.

Marquis de Lafayette

fighting for America's freedom
2013
A biography of French aristocrat and military officer Marquis de Lafayette.

George Washington

hero of the American Revolution
2013
Examines the life and military career of Revolutionary War hero and first United States president George Washington, covering his youth, military pursuits, the Revolution, presidency, and more.

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