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."

Americans land near (LZ X-Ray) the mountains, but are unsure where PAVN are located; US troops are understrength and unarmed helicopters are at risk.

Roosevelt orders MacArthur to Australia before the Japanese take over the Philippines.

African Americans and their allies demonstrate in the nation's capitol

Margaret Mitchell created Scarlett O'Hara, a flirting Southern belle with lots of suitors. In real life, Mitchell was also a flirt with many suitors.

Telling no one but her husband about her novel, Margaret Mitchell finally gets the courage to give her manuscript to Harold Latham, chief editor at Th...

Francis Marion and his troop of 150 men do their best to remain elusive while chasing the British out of South Carolina.

After losing so many of his closest family members, Samuel Clemens - better known as Mark Twain - develops a serious heart condition. People who knew ...

In 1870, Samuel Clemens marries Olivia Langdon. Better known as "Livy," she becomes the love of Mark Twain's life.

During the final years of his life, Samuel Clemens - better known as Mark Twain - experiences the loss of his beloved family members.

Samuel Clemens, writing as Mark Twain, began to earn a significant income. He didn't always invest his funds very wisely, leading him and his family t...

After hearing a tale in a tavern, Samuel Clemens is invited to submit a story for a new book. He submits the story, which arrives too late for publish...

When the Dyers return to Boston, anti-Quaker sentiment is strong.

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