- One of the few series that covers a broad range of major events throughout U.S. history.
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- The manuscript was reviewed by personnel at the National D-Day Memorial.
National Social Studies Standards, Grades 5-8
- Global Connections: IX
- Analyze examples of conflict, cooperation, and interdependence among groups, societies, and nations.
- People, Places & Environments: III
- Describe ways that historical events have been influenced by physical and human geographic factors in local, regional, national, and global settings.
- Power, Authority & Governance: VI
- Explain conditions, actions, and motivations that contribute to conflict and cooperation within and among nations.