American heritage junior library

An account of the operations of the U.S. Navy and the men who participated in them.

The history of the expansion of the West via the famous Oregon Trail, the most important route to the American Northwest during the 19th century.

Surveys the golden era of steamboats, from 1800-1875. Photographs and text describe the Mississippi River, and the captains and passengers of the steamboats.

An account of the French and Indian Wars - the wars between France and England for domination of North America.

Highlights events in American railroading history to the end of steam transportation, including accounts of the financiers, the brotherhoods, and the legends.

The history of the Pilgrims from the time of the Reformation, when the sect was born, to the end of the Plymouth Colony in 1692.

A biography of the first President, emphasizing his role in the Revolution. Includes portraits, paintings, surveys, and maps.

Describes Texas' fight for independence, her annexation to the United States, and the war with Mexico from 1845-1848.

Traces the history of American clipper ships, describes the ships, and discusses the lives of the captain, crew, and passengers at sea.