American Courage : Remarkable True Stories Exhibiting the Bravery That Has Made Our Country Great

Reveals the intrepid spirit of Americans throughout their history -- from William Bradford's account of the Mayflower landing to the hardship of a pioneer settler, from little-known stories of great figures to harrowing tales form the Wild West, the World Wars, & 9/11. These are great Amer. stories, tales of daring, adventure, & bravery told by the people who lived them. Drawn from firsthand & historical writings, the book gives voice to the pilgrims, founding fathers, revolutionaries, pioneers, Ô49ers, cowboys, soldiers, pilots, & the many other heroes who have built the nation. Here are amazing true stories of both everyday Americans & our most beloved national figures, including Ben Franklin & Teddy Roosevelt, & a collection that will inspire generations of readers.Warden, Herbert W., III is the author of 'American Courage : Remarkable True Stories Exhibiting the Bravery That Has Made Our Country Great', published 2006 under ISBN 9781422355176 and ISBN 1422355179.