Books in The American Revolution Series series

Traces the life of Alexander Hamilton, discussing his role in the Revolutionary War and his position as the nation's first Secretary of the Treasury.

Betsy Ross, a widowed seamstress living in Philadelphia, only 24 when George Washington asked her to create the first flag for America in June of 1776.

Offers brief biographies of the men and women who played important roles in the American Revolution.

Discusses the events that led the British and the colonists in America to clash in the Battles of Lexington and Concord. Describes the actions of both the Patriots and the British on April 19, 1775, when the battles that began the American Revolution occurred.

A good well liked officer, nathan Hale, soon volunteered to take on difficult assignnments. His last, in September 1776, was to spy on the British. Ages 12-16 years.

Examines the events of the Revolutionary War that brought about an end to the fight for American independence, from the encampment at Morristown, N.J. in the winter of 1777 to the treaty of Paris in 1783.

During the Revolutionary War, Alexander Hamilton led his troops as captain. After the war he worked to make the new national government stronger, and served as the First U.S Secretary of the Treasury. Ages 12-16 years.

Provides the story of Phillis Wheatley, a woman who was kidnapped as a child in Africa, sold into slavery, then finally given her freedom to become the first African American woman to publish a book.

Chronicles the life and career of Benedict Arnold, the Revolutionary War hero who became America's most famous traitor.

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Covers the life of Thomas Jefferson, author of the Declaration of Independence. Begins with his early interest in books and learning and traces the many roles he played, including his role in Congress during the American Revolution and as third President of the United States.

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