Provides an account of the Korean War, in which the United States moved to support its ally South Korea against an attack by North Korea, discusses the objectives and strategies of the combatants, looks at key battles and leaders, and considers the significance of the conflict.
A detailed account of the United States' involvement in World War II, describing the battles, weapons, policies, tactics, and people involved in the European and Pacific operations.
Provides an account of the Vietnam War in which the U.S. sought to stop the spread of communism in Asia, discusses the objectives and strategies of the combatants, looks at key battles and leaders, and considers the significance of the conflict.
Traces one hundred years of the history of North American from 1800 to 1900 and studies the western fur trade, John C. Fremont's five expeditions, the Klondike Gold Rush, and more.
Presents narrative accounts of key events and discoveries that occurred in the course of the Lewis and Clark Expedition of the early nineteenth century, and includes quotes from the journals of participants in the historic journey.
