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VINELAND AND THE VIKINGS
Vineland and the Vikings is a thrilling tale of fearless Norse explorers who set sail across treacherous seas, braved unknown lands, battled fierce natives, discovered a land abundant with grapes, and left their mark on the history of America.
FROBISHER AND THE NORTHWEST PASSAGE
Frobisher, a daring and renowned navigator, embarked on a perilous adventure to discover the Northwest Passage, a treacherous icy channel that would lead him to the Pacific, armed with a fleet of tiny ships and the hope of finding fame and fortune, only to be met with encounters with Eskimos, battles, and the disappointment of worthless "fools' gold."
CHAMPLAIN AND THE IROQUOIS
Champlain, an adventurous Frenchman, joined forces with the Algonquin and Huron tribes to aid them in an expedition against their powerful enemies, the confederated nations of the Iroquois, resulting in a thrilling battle between the two groups in the wilderness of North America.
SIR WILLIAM PHIPS AND THE SILVER-SHIP
Sir William Phips, a poor boy from the wilderness of Maine, became a governor and nobleman after discovering a sunken treasure-ship filled with silver and other precious treasures, overcoming mutinies and setbacks along the way.
THE STORY OF THE REGICIDES
In the midst of King Philip's War in 1676, the people of Hadley, Massachusetts, were miraculously saved from an Indian attack by a mysterious white-haired stranger who appeared out of nowhere, led them to victory, and then vanished, leaving the villagers to wonder if he was an angel sent by God.
HOW THE CHARTER WAS SAVED
The charter of Connecticut, which represented the colonial liberties, was saved from being seized by the tyrannical governor-general Sir Edmund Andros when Captain Joseph Wadsworth cleverly threw a cloak over the candles, plunging the room into darkness, allowing him to escape with the charter and hide it in the hollow of a tree, ultimately preserving the precious document and the freedoms it represented.
HOW FRANKLIN CAME TO PHILADELPHIA
Benjamin Franklin, a notable figure who ran away from Boston, failed to find work in New York, and learned of employment opportunities in Philadelphia, embarked on a journey that involved a boat ride, a drunken Dutchman falling overboard, a squall tearing their sail, being stranded on Long Island, sleeping in cramped quarters, rowing in a boat with no wind, getting lost in the darkness, and finally arriving in Philadelphia with dirty clothes, a dollar in his pocket, and rolls of bread under his arms.
THE PERILS OF THE WILDERNESS
A thrilling tale of adventure and bravery as young George Washington embarks on a treacherous journey through rugged mountains, freezing weather, and hostile encounters with French and Indian forces to demand the withdrawal of their garrisons from English territory, ultimately setting the stage for the French and Indian War.
SOME ADVENTURES OF MAJOR PUTNAM
Major Putnam, a daring hero of the Revolution, embarked on a series of thrilling adventures including rescuing a party of men from an ambush, battling flames to save a fort from destruction, surviving a treacherous journey through rapids, outwitting Indians in a game of skill, and narrowly escaping being burned alive by his captors.
A GALLANT DEFENCE
A Gallant Defence tells the thrilling story of the brave defenders of Fort Henry, led by Colonel Sheppard and aided by the heroic Elizabeth Zane, as they valiantly withstand an assault by Simon Girty and his horde of savage warriors, ultimately emerging victorious and inspiring awe and admiration for their courage and resilience.
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In every legend, there is a seed of truth
- James Baldwin, American Educator and Author (1841-1925)
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DANIEL BOONE, THE PIONEER OF KENTUCKY
Daniel Boone, the fearless and adventurous pioneer of Kentucky, braved the dangers of the untamed wilderness, outwitted his savage foes, and became a legendary figure in American history.
PAUL REVERE'S RIDE
Paul Revere's Ride was a daring and thrilling midnight journey on horseback, filled with close calls, heroic escapes, and the urgent mission of warning the patriots that the British troops were coming.
THE GREEN MOUNTAIN BOYS
The Green Mountain Boys were a group of hardy mountaineers from Vermont, led by the strong and keen-eyed frontiersman Ethan Allen, who dressed in homespun and wielded rifles with expertise, and they were ready to defend their land and fight for independence against English troops, seizing the opportunity to capture the feebly garrisoned fort of Ticonderoga and its valuable munitions of war, all while engaging in spirited debates and disputes with other leaders like Benedict Arnold, ultimately succeeding in their daring exploits and contributing to the patriot cause.
THE BRITISH AT NEW YORK
During the Revolutionary War, the British fleet appeared in the harbor of New York, but their attempts to attack the city were thwarted by the Americans' use of sunken hulks, chevaux-de-frise, and fire-ships, until an ingenious Connecticut officer named Bushnell invented a torpedo-vessel called "The American Turtle" that was supposed to attach a torpedo to the bottom of the British flagship, but the mission failed due to the operator's lack of tobacco, and later, a Quaker woman named Mrs. Murray delayed the British pursuit of General Putnam's retreating army by entertaining Sir Henry Clinton and his officers at her residence.
A QUAKERESS PATRIOT
A Quakeress named Lydia Darrah, the ruling spirit of her house, eavesdrops on a secret British meeting, walks ten miles through the snow to warn General Washington of an impending attack, and successfully thwarts the British plan, all while pretending to be a dutiful housewife on a flour-buying errand.
THE SIEGE OF FORT SCHUYLER
A thrilling and dramatic battle in which a small garrison of patriots, led by the valiant Colonel Gansevoort, bravely defended the fort against a larger force of British soldiers, Tories, and savage Indians, ultimately emerging victorious with the help of a clever ruse orchestrated by the daring General Arnold and the unexpected heroics of the seemingly foolish Hon-Yost Schuyler.
ON THE TRACK OF A TRAITOR
A tale of bravery and sacrifice as Sergeant-Major John Champe goes undercover as a deserter to capture the notorious traitor General Arnold, only to find himself trapped in enemy lines and forced to fight against his own countrymen.
MARION, THE SWAMP-FOX
Marion, the Swamp-Fox, was a diminutive yet spirited leader who commanded a ragtag group of soldiers, known for their unconventional appearance and military prowess, as they waged guerrilla warfare against the British in the swamps and forests of South Carolina during the American Revolution.
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The aim of education should be to teach us rather how to think, than what to think
- James Baldwin, American Educator and Author (1841-1925)
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HOW THE ELECTRIC TELEGRAPH WAS INVENTED
The invention of the electric telegraph began with a chance conversation on a ship between a Boston doctor and a New York artist, leading to Samuel Morse's determination to transmit intelligence instantaneously through electricity, despite facing years of struggle, disappointment, and financial difficulties, until finally achieving success with the completion of the telegraph line and the iconic first message, "What hath God wrought?"
THE MONITOR AND THE MERRIMAC
The Monitor and the Merrimac were two iron-clad ships that engaged in a historic battle, where the Merrimac, a formidable iron-clad vessel, wreaked havoc on wooden warships until the Monitor, a small but mighty "cheese-box on a raft" with a revolving turret and solid balls, emerged as the hero and drove the Merrimac away, forever changing the course of naval warfare.
STEALING A LOCOMOTIVE
In "Stealing a Locomotive," a group of Union spies disguised as Confederate soldiers embark on a daring mission to steal a train and disrupt Confederate troop movements, leading to a thrilling chase and ultimately tragic consequences.
AN ESCAPE FROM LIBBY PRISON
During the winter of 1864, a group of brave Union officers used their ingenuity and perseverance to dig a tunnel from the basement of Libby Prison, fooling the guards and narrowly avoiding capture, ultimately escaping to freedom and embarking on a thrilling journey through swamps, rivers, and treacherous terrain until they were finally rescued by Union cavalry.
THE SINKING OF THE ALBEMARLE
An exciting tale of Lieutenant William B. Cushing's daring plan to attack the Confederate ironclad, the Albemarle, at her wharf, explode a torpedo under her hull, and ultimately sink her, all while evading capture and escaping to safety.
ALASKA, A TREASURE HOUSE OF GOLD, FURS, AND FISHES
Alaska is a land once deemed worthless but now known for its abundant gold mines, rich fisheries, valuable fur-seal harvest, vast forests, and promising farming and stock-raising opportunities, making it a potential treasure trove for adventurers seeking fortune and natural resources.
HOW HAWAII LOST ITS QUEEN AND ENTERED THE UNITED STATES
How Hawaii Lost Its Queen and Entered the United States is a tale of political intrigue, revolution, and the ultimate annexation of Hawaii by the United States, involving a shrewd chief, a controversial queen, a daring revolution, and the influence of American politics and power.
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The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing
- James Baldwin, American Educator and Author (1841-1925)
