history

Explores the concept of freedom, explaining how ideals such as freedom of religion and the freedom to petition and assemble were developed, secured, and made accessible to all Americans.

Examines the origin and historical development of equality before the law in America, with an emphasis on the law struggle for equality of Blacks and other minority groups.

A biography of the African-American woman whose acts of civil disobedience led to the 1956 Supreme Court order to desegregate buses in Montgomery, Alabama.

Recounts the life story of Alexander Fleming, his study of medicine, his research of bacteriology, and his discovery of penicillin.

Provides a historical overview of martial arts, explaining the various forms of this activity.

Discusses the history of gymnastics and the development of different gymnastic events that are part of Olympic competition.

Examines the history of the Giants baseball team including their early days in New York, their move to San Francisco, and their successes in the early 1990s.

Surveys the history of the legendary Boston Red Sox, covering some of their key players and coaches and some of the best games the team has played.

Discusses the six Apollo missions that landed on the moon, describing the work performed there, what it is like to walk on the moon, and the collection of moon rocks.

Surveys the history of the St. Louis Cardinals, discussing their greatest season, some of their best players, and other key personalities, including manager Whitey Herzog.