Examines the political situation in America at the time of the troubles between England and her colonies there and describes howthe Declaration of Independence was written and accepted.

"Covers the Trail of Tears as a watershed event in U.S. history, influencing social, economic, and political policies that shaped the nation's future"--Provided by publisher.

"Presents accounts of narrow escapes executed by oppressed individuals and groups while illuminating social issues and the historical background that led to the event known as the Underground Railroad"--Provided by publisher.

"Covers Hurricane Katrina as a watershed event in U.S. history, influencing social, economic, and political policies that shaped the nation's future"--Provided by publisher.

"Covers the Montgomery bus boycott as a watershed event in U.S. history, influencing social, economic, and political policies that shaped the nation's future"--Provided by publisher.

"Covers the Stamp Act of 1765 as a watershed event in U.S. history, influencing social, economic, and political policies that shaped the nation's future"--Provided by publisher.