We the people

Chronicles the causes and major events of the Korean War, and discusses the actions of President Harry S. Truman and the experiences of U.N. troops.

Introduces the European immigrants who came to North America as explorers and settlers, their interactions with native people, and the wars that ultimately led to their independence.

Examines the lives of some of the people involved with the Underground Railroad, a network by which slaves were able to escape to the north; and includes photographs and engravings, a glossary, listings of important dates and people, and an index.

Text and illustrations survey the creation of the Transcontinental Railroad, describing the impetus for it, the race between the Union Pacific and the Central Pacific railroads to complete it, the involvement of Chinese and Irish workers, and the celebration of its completion, and providing a glossary, lists of important dates and people, and selected further resources.

Illustrations and simple text profile the role African-Americans played in the development of the first English colonies.

Traces the history of Ellis Island, focusing on its role as a port for immigrants who came to the United States between 1892 and 1924, provides information about the immigrant experience, and includes discussion of the restoration of Ellis Island as a historic landmark.

Chronicles the expedition led by Lewis and Clark to explore the unknown western regions of America at the beginning of the nineteenth century, describing its mishaps, adventures, and impact on western expansion.

Examines the lives of some of the people involved in the battle of the Alamo; and includes photographs and engravings, a glossary, listings of important dates and people, and an index.

Presents a history of Theodore Roosevelt's Rough Riders during the Spanish-American War, and describes how the unit was formed, their famous charge up San Juan Hill in Cuba, and more.

Historical photographs and text provide an overview of the history of the Negro Leagues, discussing significant events and individuals. Includes a glossary, facts, a time line, and resources.