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Members of the Air Force protect the United States high above the ground.

Introduces readers to the U.S. Marine Corps, whose members have served in every American armed conflict.

Picture book presents the life story of frontiersman Davy Crockett and some of the legends told about him after his death at the Alamo.

An illustrated introduction to the Declaration of Independence, from its origin to its final home in the National Archives.

Piper is sad about leaving her home and friends behind when her father, a Navy aircraft mechanic, is transferred yet again, but with help from her often-annoying sisters and a surprise from their parents, she finds happiness in their new home in Pensacola, Florida.

A simple, illustrated biography of one of America's most famous pioneers and soldiers.

An illustrated biography of Georgia congressman John Lewis, focusing on his activities on behalf of civil rights, specifically his leadership in the 1965 march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, in an effort to secure voting rights for African-Americans.

Examines the history and traditions of Constitution Day, a holiday celebrated annually on September 17th, in honor of the ratification of the United States Constitution, as well as those individuals who have become U.

Simple text and illustrations provide an introduction to the Bill of Rights, discussing the history of the Constitution, when it was added, who wrote it, other amendments, and why it is important.

Describes the creation and ratification of the Bill of Rights, explains what rights are, and discusses the rights it guarantees, such as freedom of speech.

Simple text and photographs present the various roles, jobs, tools, weapons, and equipment used by the U.

Presents the Declaration of Independence in both its original version and in a translated version using everyday language; and describes the events that led to the creation of the document and its significance through history.

Contains key facts about the life of Ulysses S. Grant from his childhood to his retirement, focusing on his military and political careers and his term as the eighteenth president of the United States.

An introduction to the new holiday of Constitution Day. Describes the Constitution and why the United States celebrates the anniversary of its signing.

A biography of the environmental activist and former vice president of the United States.