DK super history

Includes index and glossary

History in perspective -- Key events: What happened when -- Key people: Who's who -- Key location: Mount Vernon -- Growing up in Virginia -- From surveyor to soldier -- The birth of an idea -- Home life at Mount Vernon -- Declaring Independence -- A dangerous crossing -- The American Revolution -- America's victory -- Washington and his cabinet -- Building a nation -- In Washington's memory -- Lessons from history -- Uncovering the truth: primary sources -- Uncovering the truth: secondary sources -- Vocabulary builder: Long live Washington!

"Captivating and curriculum-aligned, this book is the perfect support for learning about key historical moments. Embark on an educational journey and take a 360-degree look at George Washington's life and work, exploring his background and key people in his life, his role in important events, and their influence on history"--Amazon.com