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British History in 50 EventsHave you ever wondered why England has a Queen and a Parliament? Or perhaps you're curious about Stonehenge and what its real purpose is. This book will answer these questions and many more. Designed as a series of short vignettes, this book will give you a straight-forward, easy to read adventure through British history. Whether you are a student, or simply want to learn more about England, this book is a must-read. Inside you will read about...- Early British History- British Middle Ages- Tudor England- The British Empire- Modern EnglandAnd much more! The passages in this book have been chosen for their impact on English history, and how well they paint an overall picture of the history of Great Britain.

Cuban History in 50 EventsCuba is a nation with a long, rich history. The study of Cuban history is also the study of the development of the New World by Europe, and the first steps taken by New World countries to establish independent governments. Cuba played a significant role in the growth of the New World, and throughout its history has been a part of major world events that have taken place around it. This book is designed to familiarize readers with a broad overview of Cuban history and the context that made that development possible. Inside you will read about...- First Settlement of Cuba- Ten Years War Begins- Cuba Gains Independence- Cuba Enters World War I- Creation of the Cuban Socialist Party- Castro and Che Begin Invasion of Cuba- Cuban Missile Crisis- Former President Jimmy Carter Visits Cuba- Diplomatic Relations with US Re-openedAnd much more! Broken down into fifty easy-to-read chapters that will allow readers to gain insight into Cuban history without being overwhelmed by its depth, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking a better understanding of North America and its development.

Have you ever wondered why America is the way it is? Do you want to understand the events that have shaped American culture? Are you interested in seeing the long-term historical connections that explain how America moved from a group of colonies to the most powerful nation in history? If so, this book is for you. In simple, straightforward language, this book will take you on a brief journey through the highlights of American history. Filled with interesting facts and historical context, this book is a must-read for those who are passionate about history or are simply interested in better understanding the history of the United States. Inside you will read about...- Columbus' famous first journey - Founding of Plymouth Colony - Boston Tea Party - Battles of Lexington and Concord - War of 1812 - Spanish American War - The Roaring Twenties - The Moon landing - 9/11 Terrorist Attacks And much more! Broken down into a series of fifty easy-to-read selections, this book will take you from Pre-Columbian settlement up to current events of today.

Lewis and Clark ExpeditionThe exploration of North America was the undertaking of adventurers. Typically, these adventurers were enthusiastic young men accustomed to hard living, unforeseen twists and turns in their venture, and many adversities. These traits characterize the famous Lewis and Clark Expedition of the early nineteenth century. Inside you will read about...- The Mission - Meriwether Lewis - William Clark - Departure - To the Pacific - The Return Trip And much more! This is a tale of forging into unknown territory, encountering indigenous people of various tribes, discovering plant and animal life never seen before, and most importantly, it is a story of laying claim to it all for the young nation of the United States of America. The story unfolds over more than two years, and the results were instrumental in building a nation from sea to sea.

War of 1812The War of 1812 is often forgotten when we think about the history of the United States. Yet the effects of what seems a minor and insignificant conflict are far-reaching, even to today. The world settled into the roles it would play out for decades, and the boundaries of the United States and Canada would be set for the next two hundred years. Inside you will read about...- The Beginning of the War- From Tippecanoe to War Hawks- The War in the North- The Battles of the Middle United States: Iowa and Lake Erie- The Patriot's War- Washington in Flames- A Bit About Pirates- What is the impact of the War of 1812?And much more! Unlikely heroes would rise, leading to eventual power, while Native Americans would play out their own struggle on a backdrop of bloodshed and intrigue.

The CrusadesMuch has been written and much has been omitted when it comes to the Crusades; especially in modern parlance. Many talking heads in recent times have conjured up the specter of the Crusades as if it should be a source of great shame and disgust for Western Civilization. And with even President Obama drawing odd parallels in light of the beheadings of ISIS; many are wondering once again what all of this "Crusades talk" is all about. Inside you will read about...- Backing Up Byzantium- All Out Holy War- The Kingdom of Heaven- The King's Crusade- The Self-Defeating Crusade- The Final Crusades- The Post-Crusade World The Crusades took place over a thousand years ago, and yet we currently live in a modern day world of unspeakable terror. Islamic extremists are disrupting the entire planet, murdering, raping and enslaving everyone they encounter. Committing brutalities on a scale that rivals some of the worst abuses of the dark ages and yet people still point to the Crusades as if it is supposed to mean something. Ok, that's fine. If detractors wish to point their finger and call out history, let's find the truth, and let's find out what really happened.