Examines patriotic holidays in America, including national holidays such as Independence Day, regional celebrations such as Cheyenne Frontier Days, military holidays, and those associated with individuals.
Discusses the election and official functions of the President, the nine executive offices of the President, the Cabinet, departments, and the independent agencies attached to the executive branch of the government.
Discusses the life and times of James Madison, his career as statesman, diplomat, and President, with emphasis on his role as framer of the Constitution.
Discusses Civil War naval battles, ships, and the struggle for control of crucial waterways, demonstrating how the Northern side was able to build up its navy and eventually blockade the Southern ports.
A biography of the twenty-sixth President, who among other achievements transformed himself from a sickly youth into a hero of the Spanish-American War.