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100 1 _aGordy, Wilbur F.
_q(Wilbur Fisk),
_d1854-1929
245 1 0 _aStories of Later American History
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2006-06-19
508 _aE-text prepared by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net)
520 _a"Stories of Later American History" by Wilbur F. Gordy is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book aims to present biographical narratives about key figures and events in American history that are essential for young students, particularly focusing on the time period following the Revolutionary War. It is designed to provide an engaging and vivid portrayal of America's past to help instill a sense of patriotism and understanding of the nation's development. The opening portion introduces the context surrounding the Stamp Act, a significant turning point that stirred revolutionary sentiments among the colonists. It highlights the growing unrest leading to Patrick Henry's rise as a powerful orator advocating for colonial rights. Patrick's tenacity is captured as he challenges the authority of the British Parliament, culminating in his famous speech that calls for liberty. The narrative emphasizes his early life, drawing connections between his personal struggles and eventual emergence as a leader during a pivotal moment in American history. This opening sets the stage for a rich exploration of influential characters and key events that shaped the United States. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aUnited States -- History
653 _aUnited States -- History -- Juvenile literature
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18618
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