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Books in Cornerstones of Freedom, Second Series series

  • The Great Chicago Fire

    R. Conrad Stein

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2005)
    Describes the 1871 fire that destroyed much of Chicago, Illinois, and examines its causes, the resulting devastation, and its aftermath.
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  • Jackie Robinson

    Dan Elish

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2005)
    Highlights the life and accomplishments of professional baseball player Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play in the Major Leagues.
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  • The Battle of Cantigny

    Tom McGowen

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Discusses the history, key personalities, and major events of the battle of Cantigny.
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  • World War II

    R. Conrad Stein

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2012)
    Describes the history, battles, and major players of the second world war.
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  • The Alamo

    Tom McGowen

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Feb. 1, 2003)
    Discusses historical events surrounding the Battle of the Alamo, including the roles played by Mexican General Santa Anna and Americans Stephen Austin, Jim Bowie, Davy Crockett, Sam Houston, and others.
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  • Old Ironsides

    Roger Wachtel

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2003)
    Discusses the history and exploits of the U.S.S. Constitution, or "Old Ironsides," a frigate built in the late eighteenth century to fight the pirates of the Barbary States that still floats today.
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  • Japanese American Internment Camps

    Gail Sakurai

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Discusses the mass relocation of thousands of Japanese Americans during World War II, profiling individuals such as Daniel Inouye, Yoshiko Uchida, and George Takei.
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  • The Korean War Veterans Memorial

    R. Conrad Stein

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Provides a brief history of the "Forgotten War" and discusses the memorial built to honor those who fought in the war.
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  • The Spanish-American War

    Mary Collins

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, March 1, 1998)
    Chronicles the causes of the Spanish-American War, the events leading up to it, and its lasting effects, including the emergence of the United States as a world power
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  • The Medal of Honor

    Roger Wachtel

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Discusses the Medal of Honor, including the history behind it, some of the people who have received it, and the circumstances behind their receiving the honor.
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  • The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire

    Elaine Landau

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, March 1, 2009)
    Explains what sweatshops are and provides details of the fire that destroyed a New York City company, which later led to important fire safety laws.
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  • The Oregon Trail

    R. Conrad Stein

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, July 1, 1994)
    Traces the history of the Oregon Trail and describes the hardships faced by the settlers who followed it
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