American History

American History is a comprehensive database covering the most important individuals, events, and topics in U.S. history. The thousands of entries include biographies, maps, timelines, primary source documents, and images. Extensive overview essays provide detail on each time period.

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Historic Documents

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Historical Statistics of the United States

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North American Women's Letters and Diaries, Colonial to 1950

Explore women's diaries and correspondence to 1950.

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Thu, Apr 30 2020

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Smithville Community Room

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Women, although not in direct combat during the Battle of Westport, played significant roles in the event.

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The Story of the Buffalo Soldiers

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North Independence Children's Community Room

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Experience the history of the African American Buffalo Soldiers, and discover how they distinguished themselves from the American frontier to the battlefields of World War II.

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