US History A List
Abolitionists
Meet the brave voices who fought to end slavery and reshape America's moral compass.
After Emancipation
Trace the struggles and progress of freed African Americans after Emancipation.
America's Growing Pains
Discover how growing pains shaped America's identity and policies during its early years.
Andrew Johnsons Plan
Examine Andrew Johnson's controversial plan for post-war Reconstruction.
Battle of Bull Run
Relive the first major battle of the Civil War and its shocking outcome.
Battle of Lexington
Dive into the first shots fired in the American Revolution and the fight for freedom.
Beaver Wars
Learn how the fight for beaver pelts turned into a power struggle between nations and tribes.
Bleeding Kansas
Trace the violent clashes over slavery that earned Kansas its bloody reputation.
Boston Massacre
Unpack the Boston Massacre and its role in escalating tensions before the Revolution.
California Gold Rush
Chase fortune and adventure in California's gold rush that reshaped the West.
Civil War Soldiers
Learn about the hardships, sacrifices, and lives of soldiers during the Civil War.
Constitutional Convention
Discover the debates, compromises, and decisions that created the U.S. Constitution.
Countdown to Revolution
From tea parties to rebellion, see how the colonies ignited the spark for revolution.
Declaration of Independence
Unpack the bold words and ideals that declared America's independence.
Donner Party
Follow the harrowing tale of survival and tragedy in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Election of 1860
Discover the high-stakes election that tested the nation's unity and values.
Fight for Freedom
Fort Sumter
See how the first shots at Fort Sumter marked the beginning of the Civil War.
Forward to Texas
Follow Texas's journey from independence to joining the United States.
Frederick Douglass
Discover Frederick Douglass' journey from slavery to becoming a leading abolitionist.
French and Indian War
Discover the battles, alliances, and betrayals that shaped early America in this pre-Revolution war.
George Washington
Uncover the leadership, battles, and legacy of America's first president, George Washington.
Getting Radical with Reconstruction
Jamestown Colony
Follow the story of Jamestown, America's first permanent English settlement.
Lewis and Clark Expedition
Join Lewis and Clark's daring journey to map and explore the American frontier.
Life in Colonial America
Explore daily life in colonial America and the customs that shaped its culture.
Lincoln Assassinated
Lincoln Elected
Examine Lincoln's election and how it set the stage for the Civil War.
Louisiana Purchase
Discover how the Louisiana Purchase doubled America's size and fueled expansion.
Loyalists in the Revolution
Learn about the Loyalists who remained devoted to Britain during the Revolution.
Middle Colonies
Middle Passage
Trace the brutal journey of enslaved Africans across the Atlantic and their struggle for survival.
Nat Turners Rebellion
Learn about Nat Turner's rebellion and its role in the fight against slavery.
Native America
New England Colonies
Oregon Trail
Follow the wagons west along the Oregon Trail and the challenges pioneers faced.
Plymouth Colony
Explore the founding of Plymouth Colony and the struggles of the Pilgrims.
Quitting Reconstruction
Discover how Reconstruction attempted to rebuild America after the Civil War—and where it fell short.
Radical Reconstruction
Examine the radical efforts to rebuild the South and integrate freed slaves into society.
Reconstruction of Andrew Johnson
Reconstructions Reign of Terror
Secession Crisis
Secession Crisis
Shattered Union
Explore the Civil Wars impact on a divided nation and how it reshaped America.
Shays Rebellion
Explore the farmers' rebellion that exposed weaknesses in the Articles of Confederation.
Slavery in America
Unpack America's history of slavery and its impact on society and politics.
Soldiers in the Revolution
Follow the hardships and triumphs of Revolutionary War soldiers on the frontlines.
Southern Colonies
Texas Becomes a State
Follow Texas' transformation from a Mexican territory to a U.S. state.
Texas Becomes a State
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The Boston Tea Party
Revisit the Boston Tea Party and how it brewed anger that led to revolution.
The Fight for Freedom
Follow the long fight for freedom and equality for African Americans.
The Underground Railroad
Learn about the secret network that helped slaves escape to freedom.
Thirteen Colonies
Explore how the thirteen colonies set the foundation for a new nation.
Trail of Tears
Trace the forced migration of Native Americans and its lasting legacy.
War of 1812
Explore the causes and consequences of the War of 1812 and its role in defining America.
Winning the Civil War
Follow the Unions strategy and battles to secure victory in the Civil War.
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