1783-1815

Recounts the role of transportation and transportation workers in the making of America until 1815 through the eyes and voices of ordinary people.

This video reviews the life of Thomas Jefferson, American statesman, farmer, scientist, architect and President, and emphasizes his political career.

Collection of key primary documents relating to the founding of the United States, illustrating the debates on the principles and practices of good government that were waged from 1775 to 1792, and presenting contending views on the founding-era arguments about the meaning and practice of democracy.

Examines the period in American history when the colonies challenged British authority, won independence, and began a new nation.

Examines the life and achievements of George Washington, the first president of the United States, discussing his careers as a surveyor, soldier, and the first leader of the newly-formed nation.

Grades 5-12, 24 min. Examines the history of the American Constitution, including its precursor (The Articles of Confederation), the Constitutional Convention where it was conceived, the Federalist Papers, the Bill of Rights and Amendments, and the powers the Constitution gives the federal government, the states and the people.

Presents a history of the making of America until 1815 told through the lives and writings of professionals who lived during the period. Includes a timeline.

Presents a military history of North America until 1813 told through the lives and writings of people who lived during the period. Includes a timeline.

Presents a history of the making of America until 1815 told through the lives and writings of producers who lived during the period. Includes a timeline.

Uses the life of George Washington as a reference to examine the history of the United States during the French and Indian War, the Revolutionary War, the time of the Continental Congress, and early years of this new nation.