Cornerstones of Freedom
8 total works
Describes the history of the Library of Congress, the largest library in the world, and discusses its current collections and challenges.
An account of the first permanent English settlement in North America, with all its tragedies and disasters, established in 1607 in Jamestown, Virginia.
Describes the history of the thirteen original English colonies in America, including their early exploration, settlement, and regional differences.
Chronicles the historical background and political maneuvers that led to the Louisiana Purchase by President Thomas Jefferson in 1803.
The story of a national monument and symbol of liberty.
Describes the important role of the Chinese, Japanese, and other Asians in the settlement of the American West.