Separated by only about 100 miles (160 km) of water, the United States felt threatened by Soviet-backed Cuba in the 1960s. It was like having the Soviet Union in their back yard. This book… More →

This engaging title begins with a recount of the events of October 29, 1929, better known as "Black Thursday", to mark the dawn of the Great Depression era. Readers will discover the causes… More →

The Louisiana Purchase is one of the most important moments in United States history. Everything changed after April 30, 1803, when France agreed to sell the vast Louisiana Territory to the… More →

The first moon landing is one of the most important moments in United States history. Everything changed after July 20, 1969, when Apollo 11 touched down on the moon's surface and allowed… More →

When war was declared in Europe in 1914, Americans were divided about becoming involved. President Wilson vowed to keep the United States neutral and tried to influence each side in the war… More →

As the Soviet Union attempted to expand the influence of communism around the world, the United States responded with a policy called "containment" to prevent it. The war in Vietnam was a… More →

Women's Suffrage examines the evidence of the fight for women's equality, from the mid-1800s in North America to the global struggles that continue today. Past struggles of the equal rights… More →

From limiting the working day to eight hours to forming unions and protecting children in the labor force, the rights of workers has long been, and still remains, a fascinating and important… More →