Introduction to American History: The Definitive Learning Guide

*Covers American history from Native American settlement to the 21st century.
*Includes a linked Table of Contents for the guide's 100 lessons.
*Includes hundreds of questions that will test your knowledge for every lesson.

Over the last 500 years, North America has undergone a rapid transformation after its discovery by European powers, and central to that story is the United States of America, a nation founded upon the loftiest of democratic goals that had to square its ideals with the reality that the country was displacing native inhabitants of the land while also competing globally against other nations and ideologies. America’s path to becoming the world’s superpower was a turbulent one, an engaging story of how the country conquered itself, and others, to grow in stature over time.

Of course, American History is one of the most basic courses taught at every level of education. Children learn about the Founding Fathers, high school students learn about the intricacies of its political and economic ideology, and millions of college students graduate with a degree in American History. At the same time, American History is one of the most expansive topics, requiring a discussion of political ideologies and processes, economic ideologies, Civil War, social conflicts, and everything inbetween. Covering the scope of American History is a heavy undertaking for people of any age.

In this Intro to American History learning guide, educators from Course Hero and Charles River Editors have written a comprehensive primer that covers the geographical, ethnic, and political history of the United States from the Age of Exploration to the present day, tracking how Native Americans and European powers settled North America, and how 13 colonies evolved to become the world’s superpower by the 21st century. Broken down into 100 different lessons searchable by a Table of Contents and including hundreds of questions designed to test your knowledge, anyone with an interest in history or studying American history will find this guide both fascinating and indispensable.

With this incredibly comprehensive guide as your resource, you will learn about American History like you never have before.