In 1790, the suspicious residents of a small Vermont town try to trick the man who has been sent to count their population for the first United States Census.
A young African-American girl living in New York City in the late eighteenth century observes the historic events taking place around her, and at the same time solves the mystery of her own identity.
A young African-American girl living in New York City in the late eighteenth century observes the historic events taking place around her, and at the same time solves the mystery of her own identity.
Examines the life of Thomas Jefferson, discussing his role in early America as author of the Declaration of Independence, president, expansionist, and ambassador, and explores the controversy over his ownership of slaves.
Uses the words and writings of the men who forged the United States to offer an intimate view of pivotal events and personalities in the creation of the nation.
Presents a biography of Thomas Jefferson, discussing his move to Monticello, his marriage to Martha Wayles Skelton, his authorship of the Declaration of Independence, and his service as Secretary of State, Vice-President, and President of the U.S.
the story of the Constitution of the United States
Morris, Corey
2000
Looks at life in the U.S. under the Articles of Confederation and examines the events of 1787 when the founding fathers gathered in Philadelphia to draft the Constitution of the United States.
