America Then and Now

This book offers a window into history: to the most famous conflicts fought on American soil, the triumphant victories of its sporting events and even journeys to race in space which jettisoned from the land of the free and the home of the brave. From the American Revolution of 1765 through to the US Capitol insurrection of 2021, this book follows a nation brimming with politics, history, culture and more. Discover the places and stories that make America, in this celebration of a nation. Featuring: * The Roots of Settlement * Revolution and Independence * A Nation is Born * Journeys West and the Gold Rush * A Nationa Torn Apart and Rebuilt * The Guilded Age * Preserving the Past, Protecting the Future * On the move ― America’s Revolution in Transport * Global Entertainment Capital * Carved in Stone: America’s Great Memorials