Details the life and career of legendary baseball star Jackie Robinson--the first professional African American baseball player. Also features profiles of notable people in Robinson's professional and social circle.
Examines the political situation in America at the time of the troubles between England and its colonies there and describes how the Declaration of Independence was written and accepted.
In graphic novel format, tells the story of the debates, disagreements, and compromises that led to the formation of the U.S. Constitution during 1787.
Provides information about the causes, conduct, and results of the Korean War, a conflict fought between communist North Korea, with the approval of the Soviet Union and China, and South Korea, supported by the United States.
"Historical photographs combined with . . . narration bring the story of the Nixon-Kennedy presidential debates to life. Readers will learn just how much effect seeing the debates had on the results of the election and how they changed presidential campaigning"--Provided by publisher.
A guide to Connecticut's history during the colonial period discusses its founders, daily life, manufacturing, and significant battles, in a volume that includes archival images and period maps.
