Presents a discussion of the Lincoln Memorial, covering its importance, how it was designed and built, and more, with biographical information about Abraham Lincoln and photographs.
Tells the story of Fort McHenry, the place from which American troops successfully defended Baltimore from the British in 1814 in a battle that inspired Francis Scott Key to write the "Star-Spangled Banner.".
Presents a discussion of the Statue of Liberty, covering its importance as a symbol and how it was built and presented as a gift from France, and includes photographs.
Explains in a controlled reading level text how the battle of Gettysburg affected the growth of the American nation and the principles of American democracy. Includes excerpts from primary source documents, a glossary, and index.
