National Geographic Historical Atlas of the United States

This Groundbreaking Chronicle of our country is a vivid, vibrant combination of National Geographic's greatest strengths: superb cartography, an unparalleled photographic archive, and a long tradition of concise yet comprehensive prose. Featuring dozens of stunning maps, including a 14-page comprehensive map appendix, and scores of historic photographs and illustrations, as well as time lines, sidebars, and more, this series of wide-ranging essays explores the key themes and subjects of each era of American history, from the first arrivals to the first challenging years of the 21st century. Exploration and Expansion-make landfall with Christopher Columbus, join Lewis and Clark as they blaze a trail from coast to coast, or follow Jim Bridger as he guides a wagon train across the Great Divide. Social History-from a handful of Pilgrims fleeing religious persecution to great waves of immigrants, meet the millions who fulfilled Manifest Destiny and made America into the world's melting pot. Invention and Industry-watch as genius tinkerers like Thomas Edison and Henry Ford turn technological dreams into triumphant reality ... and as dynamic businessmen like Rockefeller and Carnegie build a capitalist powerhouse. Freedom's Fighters-stand shoulder to shoulder with the Minutemen at Concord Bridge, with the outnumbered Texicans at the Alamo, or with the U.S. Marines in modern Iraq as they put their lives on the line for America's ideals. ... and that's just a tiny sample of what you'll find in this unforgettable and fascinating cartographic account of the people, places, and events that have put America on the map.National Geographic Society Staff is the author of 'National Geographic Historical Atlas of the United States', published 2004 under ISBN 9780792261315 and ISBN 0792261313.