History Chapters

The Story of Us - from the beginning of time to the present - is usually written by "the victors." True-to-life events, however, must include opposing points of view. This collection features stories about people, places and events which go beyond "the already known and obvious."

At the age of 20, the police in France catch Abagnale when an airline attendant sees and reports him.

Tony Minke, on his way to get his watch repaired, finds Bobby's body.

Guiteau blames President Garfield for his unsuccessful career.

James' son Charles I is condemned to death and beheaded for treason.

Meet Chicago's early crime bosses including Big Jim Colosimo, Johnny Torrio, and Al Capone.

By the end of the 19th century, the Native American name Chickagou (which means "bad smell") becomes Chicago and organized crime moves in.

Young children work with little hope of getting a formal education.

American Lewis Hines photographs children in all sorts of manual labor jobs.

Meet and see photographs of famous circus performers and animals.

If you get in trouble with the king, go there, you will be safe. The goddess releases the wrath.

Clara Barton raises money for the homeless and sends strawberry plants to farmers.

Chapter 1 of How the Game of Monopoly Saved Over 10,000 Soldiers

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