American Revolution

Provides background information on the people and events connected with the writing of the Declaration of Independence and briefly examines the content of the document itself.

Discusses the most important battles of the Revolutionary War for the Patriot Army, including the Battle of Trenton, the Battles of Saratoga, and Valley Forge.

Examines the early days of the American Revolution and the events that led up to the beginning of the war, such as the Boston Massacre and the French and Indian War.

Profiles key American and British leaders during the Civil War, detailing their contributions to the conflict and outlining the military strategy they used when leading their troops. Includes color illustrations, a timeline, and a glossary.

Chronicles the events that took place in the final years of the American Revolution, discussing how these events led to an eventual American victory and the official formation of the United States. Includes color illustrations, a timeline, and a glossary.

Examines the history of the earliest battles of the American Revolution as well as the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Color illustrations fill this overview of the battles, soldiers, weapons, and issues that shaped the first two years of the American Revolution.