Relates the history of Plymouth Rock since the Pilgrims first landed on it to the present day

Describes the English colony of Roanoke, which was founded in 1585, and discusses the mystery of its disappearance

A brief biography of Patrick Henry tracing his progress from planter to statesman

Traces the life of the French nobleman who fought for democracy in revolutions in both the United States and France

Describes some of the well-known, as well as the lesser-known, details of Paul Revere's life and exciting ride.

Tells about Leonardo da Vinci's life and the story of his model clay horse that was destroyed before he could make a bronze statue. Also tells the story of Charles Dent who fulfilled da Vinci's dream and make a twenty four foot bronze horse statue in the late 1990s.

Provides a look at the private side of Abraham Lincoln and at the circumstances surrounding his short, but memorable speech at the dedication of the cemetery at the Gettysburg battlefield. Includes text of the speech