American History Chapters

America - still a young country by world standards - began as an experiment in self-government. This collection includes stories of America's people as they follow a path of "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness."

Standard 8-4:4 The student will demonstrate an understanding of the multiple events that led to the Civil War

Congress passes a draft law to recruit men to fight for the Union, but it allows wealthy men to buy their way out of service.

For nearly a week in July 1863, New Yorkers riot against the Conscription Law.

Near the end of the 19th century, some Americans believe that the U.S. should become an empire similar to Britain.

Will Chicago's steam-powered fire engines be enough to fight a huge conflagration in 1871?

In September 1965, the 1st Calvary arrives in South Vietnam with 424 helicopters and planes.

Years after waste water from PG&E's compressor station at Hinkley, California began to contaminate the area's groundwater, the government ordered ...

The colonists balk at English rule, laying the groundwork for the revolution and questions about the imposition of laws.


Describes how the Cherokee tribe were transplantesd to a reservation in Oklahoma.

Douglass is not the only one speaking out and writing against slavery; even children's books condemn it.

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