History of the Americas

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

The Brutal Journey of African Slaves: Understanding the Middle Passage of the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

Middle Passage A voyage that brought enslaved Africans across the Atlantic Ocean to North America and the West Indies. Many died along the way. The Middle Passage...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Discover the Legacy of George Washington, the First President of the United States

George Washington 1789-1797 FederalistWhiskey Rebellion; Judiciary Act; Neutrality; Farewell Address George Washington was the first president of the United States of America. He was born on February...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

John Adams: A Biography of the Second President of the United States

John Adams 1797-1801 FederalistXYZ Affair; Alien and Sedition Acts John Adams was the second President of the United States, serving from 1797 to 1801. He was born...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Discover the Life and Legacy of Thomas Jefferson, American Statesman and Founding Father

Thomas Jefferson 1801-1809 Democratic-RepublicanMarbury v. Madison; Louisiana Purchase; Embargo of 1807 Thomas Jefferson was an American statesman, diplomat, lawyer, architect, philosopher, and Founding Father who served as...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

James Madison: The Legacy of a Founding Father and Fourth US President

James Madison 1809-1817 Democratic-RepublicanWar of 1812; First Protective Tariff James Madison was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States of America and the fourth president...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Discover the Diplomatic Achievements and Legacy of James Monroe, the 5th President of the US

James Monroe 1817-1825 Democratic-RepublicanMissouri Compromise of 1820; Monroe Doctrine James Monroe was the fifth President of the United States, serving two terms from 1817 to 1825. He...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Discover the Life and Legacy of John Quincy Adams: Sixth President of the United States

John Quincy Adams 1825-1829 Democratic-Republican”Corrupt Bargain”; “Tariff of Abominations” John Quincy Adams was the sixth President of the United States, serving from 1825 to 1829. He was...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Andrew Jackson: A Controversial Legacy of Populist Policies and Strong Leadership in 19th Century America

Andrew Jackson 1829-1837 DemocratNullification Crisis; Bank War; Indian Removal Act Andrew Jackson was the seventh President of the United States, serving from 1829 to 1837. He was...