Examines the history of the New Jersey colony from its beginnings to its achievement of statehood after the Revolutionary War. Includes brief biographies of individuals prominent in New Jersey's history.
A historical account of Georgia's early days, from its creation as a colony for debtors in the 1700's until its admission as the fourth state in 1788. Includes biographical sketches on individuals prominent in Georgia's history.
Examines the history of Maryland, from its colonization by England to the early years of its statehood. Includes brief biographical sketches of individuals prominent in Maryland's history.
Surveys the history of the colony of Connecticut from its early days up through the American Revolution. Includes biographical sketches of prominent individuals.
Traces the history of New Hampshire from the time of Indian settlements, through the arrival of the first colonists, to the ratification of the Constitution in 1788 which made it the ninth state. Includes brief biographies of people in New Hampshire's history.
Presents the history, economy, culture, and people of the Virginia colony from the early Indian settlements to the Revolution. Includes brief biographies of prominent individuals in Virgina's history.
A history of the colony, which began with the settling of the Pilgrims in Plymouth, until its becoming the sixth state of the Union. Includes brief biographical sketches of individuals prominent in Massachusetts' history.
Traces the history of the Dutch colony beginning with the years it was inhabited only by Indians to the time it became the eleventh state. Includes biographical sketches on famous New Yorkers such as Hiawatha, Peter Minuit, and Captain Kidd.
Describes the history and people of South Carolina from its earliest settlements to statehood in 1788. Includes biographical sketches of individuals prominent in South Carolina's history.
