Compares and contrasts the lives and ideas of seven of the founders of the United States of America--Washington, Hamilton, Franklin, Jefferson, Madison, Burr, and John Adams.
Traces the life of George Washington from his youth in colonial Virginia to his election as president of the United States, focusing on his military career and role in the Revolutionary War.
Describes the project undertaken by historians, scientists, and artisans at Mount Vernon in 2005 to create accurate images of George Washington as he looked as a nineteen-year-old surveyor in the American wilderness, a forty-five-year-old general of the Continental Army, and the first president of the United States at fifty-seven, and reveals the results of their efforts.
Explores how the characters and lives of King George III of England and George Washington affected the progress and outcome of the American Revolution.
A series of controversial essays that debate issues associated with the Twelfth Amendment and the Presidential election process, including issues concerning the electoral college and other court cases related to the Twelfth Amendment.
Answers more than 1,600 questions about the presidents, vice presidents, first ladies, administration staff, families, campaigns, elections, key issues, wars, scandals, and tragedies throughout the history of the United States.
Chronicles the history of the U.S. presidents, from George Washington to Thomas Jefferson, highlighting key events and accomplishments in each administration, and includes an introductory essay on the new nation, profiles of the first ladies, a list of Cabinet members, and a time line.
