Ergebnis für "Geschichte" in Nordamerika

Das Stampfen der Büffel erschütterte einst die Prärie und prägte das Leben der Indianer - bis das Vordringen der Weißen sie nahezu ausrottete. Red Cloud, der weise Denker und Taktiker führte sein Volk der Lakota mit Scharfsinn und Geduld zum Sieg über die Weißen. Der Friedensvertrag wurde nach hartem Kampf besiegelt und die Region um den Powder River blieb für immer Indianer-Land. Der beliebte Häuptling und Medizinmann Red Cloud hatte gewonnen.

10. Mai 1869: An diesem Tag wird Geschichte geschrieben – amerikanische Geschichte, Technologie-Geschichte, Eisenbahn-Geschichte... und nicht zuletzt die Geschichte des Wilden Westens. Es kommt zum Lückenschluss der ersten transkontinentalen Eisenbahn in Nordamerika. Sie ist die längste Eisenbahnstrecke der damaligen Zeit und bringt Veränderungen für Menschen und Tiere. Sie ist der letzte Nagel zur Eroberung des Wilden Westens, der geprägt war von Abenteuern und dem Kampf ums Überleben.

In September 1620, 102 brave travelers and their crew stepped upon a ship called the Mayflower in England. Most were members of a religious group now known as the Pilgrims. They were bound for North America to start a new life. They endured many hardships and made many tough choices. Now the choices are yours. Would you rather suffer from seasickness or from skin sores caused by scurvy? Would you rather have been a crew member navigating the ship in stormy seas or cramped into the living quarters just along for the tumultuous ride? It's your turn to pick this or that!

You may know about the sinking of the Titanic. But did you know science played a big role in the ship’s voyage, disaster, and discovery? Learn all about the ship and the events that led to its sinking.

Spend an entire year investigating the fascinating story of the modern world, from the American Civil War through the end of the twentieth century—from Europe and the Middle East through India, China, the Arabian Peninsula, Australia, and both North and South America!

A powerful, emotional, and uplifting picture book about the real-life experience of a Japanese American boy incarcerated with his family during World War II. Cowritten by Minoru Tonai, an advocate for Japanese American rights, Unbreakable is based on Tonai’s harrowing real-life experiences. This moving book includes extensive back matter: information on the American incarceration camps and the campaign to release Tonai’s father, a timeline, a bibliography, author and illustrator notes, and questions for further discussion perfect for caregivers and educators to further engage young listeners.

New England is as rich in ghosts as it is in history. Listeners will find just the right amount of scariness for a cold, dark night.

Many immigrants of various cultures have passed through the port city of Philadelphia before they adapted to the New World. William Penn guaranteed religious freedom to newcomers, which brought many persecuted peoples, such as Quakers, Mennonites, and refugees to the area, and that's only a smart part of the story of Philadelphia.

Acclaimed nonfiction writer and Sibert Honor winner Gail Jarrow begins her new series on medical fiascoes with an in-depth look at the bloodiest conflict in U.S. history. The Civil War took the lives of more than 600,000 men. Bullet wounds were deadly, but twice as many soldiers died from disease—pneumonia, diarrhea, typhoid fever, measles, and smallpox. Tens of thousands who survived the war were permanently disabled or disfigured. Yet out of this tragedy came medical progress. Doctors and nurses gained valuable experience treating the injured and sick.

Meet unforgettable people and animals in the What a Character! Notable Lives from History series as you enjoy 10 real stories within each book! Designed to be fun and engaging for students or anyone with a love for history, these stories include a fascinating focus on important, influential, and visionary people, along with heroic animal escapades! From scientists to famous women to war heroes and more, there is something of interest for everyone in this exciting series!

Follow the true stories of heroes on the day that changed America forever: September 11, 2001. This riveting series takes listeners into the lives of heroes, from medics and firefighters to everyday people, who faced terrible danger and showed true courage. Hear first-hand accounts of those who stepped up when others needed them most and celebrate the heroes of our nation. This volume includes Fighting in Flight and Guiding Light.

Listeners will learn how her years as a daughter, student, lawyer, wife, and mother shaped her into the influential education, healthy living, and women's rights advocate she is today.

Fritz ist im Goldrausch. Im Bärstädter Fluss wurde Gold gefunden. Auch er versucht sein Glück und träumt von einer goldenen Zukunft, genau wie sein Ururgroßvater Willibald 1896 in den USA. Zusammen mit Oma Ilse und seiner Schwester Suse stürzt sich Fritz ins Abenteuer. Sie pachten von Besitzer Wittenborn ein Stück Land, so wie viele Bärstädter auch. Und schon bald haben sie Erfolg. Doch Familie Fuchs entdeckt, dass sie sich blenden ließ.

Unlike typical history books, this “2 book collection” is filled with exciting stories, intriguing metaphors, and lessons that will inspire and educate young listeners. Inside you'll discover valuable lessons intertwined with stories to help young listeners understand the significance of both World War 1 & World War 2. Discover what caused World War 1 & 2, from Europe's arms race to a shocking assassination in Sarajevo, and the rise of Dictatorship in Germany, all showing how small events can change history in big ways.

Voices of the Titanic is a standout among Titanic books for kids that will give you insights into the disaster like never before. Take a new look at the sinking of the RMS Titanic through the eyes of the heroes and the cowards, the wealthy and the poor, the survivors and those who went down with the ship. In one of the best Titanic books for kids, you’ll hear the stories of real passengers and how they found their place on board. Of all the Titanic books for kids, the fascinating accounts and tantalizing tales in this one will keep you captivated for hours.

World War II Stories For Kids is the perfect book for your child! Imagine your children learning about some of the most brave and interesting people who fought in World War II. Imagine the inspiration and bravery they will gain in their own lives from reading these stories. And most of all, imagine how much more they will want to learn about history in the future...

In the 1850s, gold fever swept the West, but people had to walk, sail, or ride horses for months on end to seek their fortune. The question of faster, safer transportation was posed by national leaders. But with 1,800 miles of seemingly impenetrable mountains, searing deserts, and endless plains between the Missouri River and San Francisco, could a transcontinental railroad be built? It seemed impossible.

On November 24, 1971, a man boarded a passenger plane in Portland, Oregon. Later, he would become known as D. B. Cooper. But that wasn’t his real name, and he was no ordinary passenger. He hijacked the plane, demanded $200,000, and parachuted out of the plane with the money. He was never seen again. Who was D. B. Cooper, and what happened to him? Explore the theories behind this crime and why it has become one of history’s greatest mysteries.

Listeners will explore the events and people behind the Mayflower Compact, the first written framework for a government for the United States of America. Students will gain a stronger understanding of the events surrounding the signing of the Mayflower Compact and the groundwork of democracy in America.

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