Uncovering American history

This book investigates the Trail of Tears through primary sources related to this tragic episode of American history. Images and textual transcriptions are presented of historical documents such as presidential addresses, treaties, and the Cherokee constitution.

This book explores the story of California's gold rush through primary source material such as broadsheets, lithographs, and poems.

This volume examines the story of the Erie Canal, chronicling how political figures and surveyors-turned-engineers helped make one of the earliest American engineering marvels a reality. Primary source documents provide historical context, showing how the Erie Canal transformed the greater American landscape.

This book traces the Alamo's history, from the Native American peoples who lived in the area when the mission was first built through the continuing efforts to preserve the historic site. Particular attention is paid to the Battle of the Alamo and how the bravery of its defenders inspired Texans during the Texas War of Independence.

"A book for middle school students about the Lewis and Clark Expedition"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the construction of the transcontinental railroad that opened coast-to-coast travel in the United States.

Discusses the voyage of the Mayflower and the difficulties that drove the Pilgrims to make the voyage to a new land.

Explains the challenges faced by the Founders of the United States to create a prosperous democracy and a fair and free government.

Explores the history of manifest destiny, including a look at how the territorial expansion westward affected the people and land.

A book for middle school students about the Reconstruction that followed the Civil War.