The American Revolution: Timelines, Facts, and Battles (America Goes to War)

The fight for independence was not an easy one for the 13 colonies that became the United States. The Revolutionary War stretched on for decades, including not just battles such as Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, and Yorktown but also matters of diplomacy, economics, and politics. In this volume, young history fans will learn about the stories behind many aspects of the war, from the early beginnings of American dissatisfaction with Great Britain to the Treaty of Paris and setting of U.S. borders. Timelines give readers context on the conflict, while historical artwork highlights the people and places of the Revolution. Read more