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It's the late 1700s. Tensions are brewing between the American colonies and Great Britain. The Revolutionary War is about to begin. Will you: Help the network of patriot spies in your city? Or ... Fight for independence as a patriot soldier? Or ... Work to keep the colonies under British rule?
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Capstone Press
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©2019
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English
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"Vivid storytelling and authentic dialogue bring American history to life and place readers in the shoes of real people who experienced some of the most pivotal moments of the American Revolution. Unrest was growing in the thirteen colonies but Massachusetts was a hotbed of revolt, especially in light of the Boston Tea Party. The British king and Parliament were considering various ways to quell the rebellion, leading to the Intolerable Acts. The...
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"Presents the full text of "The Star-Spangled Banner" in both its original version and in a translated version using everyday language. Describes the events that led to the creation of America's national anthem and its significance through history"--Provided by publisher.
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Capstone Press
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[2008]
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Describes the experiences of Irish immigrants upon arriving in America during the time of the Irish potato famine. Reader's choices reveal historical details about where they settled, the jobs they found, and the difficulties they faced.
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Let numbers open your eyes to the amazing military world. You may know that SEAL training is tough, but what's the drop out rate? How fast and how far can fighter jets fly? Exactly how many pairs of white socks are in a Marine recruit's footlocker? Get all the need to know stats about the Army, Navy, Marines, and Air Force, from weapons to personnel and beyond.
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Should the United States stay a small country or expand across the continent of North America? That was the question in 1804, when the United States had a chance to buy the huge Louisiana Territory from France. Who would make this big decision? And how would it change the United States?
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No taxation without representation! The colonists in America are rising up against the British government. It's the start of the American Revolution! Will you: Fight as a colonist or British soldier at the Battle of Bunker Hill? Experience the Battle of Saratoga as the nanny of a Hessian general's children or as a drummer boy in the Connecticut militia? Join the Overmountain Men or the Loyalist militia at the Battle of King's Mountain? You Choose...
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"Describes the events of World War II and explains the significance of the war today. The reader's choices reveal the historical details from the perspective of a member of the Dutch resistance, a Canadian soldier, and an American soldier"--Provided by publisher.
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