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7) John Adams
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A biography of the lawyer from Braintree, Massachusetts, who became an important public figure in early American history and the second president of the United States.
8) John Jay
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Describes the life and political career of the man who was a delegate to the First Continental Congress, one of the authors of "The Federalist," and first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.
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Founding Fathers features some of the most important statesmen in America's history. Focusing on the life and times of each remarkable American, this biography series offers an in-depth look at their achievements, successes, and notable contributions to the founding of the United States of America. Captivating facts and vibrant visuals engage students in the timeless tales of these great men.
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Founding Fathers features some of the most important statesmen in America's history. Focusing on the life and times of each remarkable American, this biography series offers an in-depth look at their achievements, successes, and notable contributions to the founding of the United States of America. Captivating facts and vibrant visuals engage students in the timeless tales of these great men.
14) James Madison
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This book presents interesting facts about James Madison. This AV2 media enhanced book lets readers access embedded weblinks, audio and video clips, activities, and other features, such as a slide show, matching word activity and quiz.
15) John Adams
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Founding Fathers features some of the most important statesmen in America's history. Focusing on the life and times of each remarkable American, this biography series offers an in-depth look at their achievements, successes, and notable contributions to the founding of the United States of America. Captivating facts and vibrant visuals engage students in the timeless tales of these great men.
16) Thomas Jefferson
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Founding Fathers features some of the most important statesmen in America's history. Focusing on the life and times of each remarkable American, this biography series offers an in-depth look at their achievements, successes, and notable contributions to the founding of the United States of America. Captivating facts and vibrant visuals engage students in the timeless tales of these great men.
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America's Founding Fathers volume 7
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English
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Professor Guelzo takes you inside Alexander Hamilton's views about the American Republic: the fictions of hierarchy and aristocracy; the voluntary compact between rulers and ruled; the division of power into small packets; and his suspicions of the behavior of the Confederation Congress.
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America's Founding Fathers volume 32
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Focus on some of the many conflicts between Thomas Jefferson's political philosophies and the reality of American life. Chief among these was his belief that an economy based on the virtuous independent farmer had no need of imports or exports, which led to the controversial Embargo Act of 1807.
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America's Founding Fathers volume 1
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Could the American experiment succeed? George Washington, one of the most iconic Founders, had strong doubts. After explaining the importance of getting a well-rounded understanding of the Founders, Professor Guelzo explores Washington's fears about post-Revolutionary America and his concerns about how people could administer their own affairs.
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America's Founding Fathers volume 26
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How was the location of the nation's new capital decided upon? How were the streets of Washington organized? What happened when Washington asked Congress for money? It all started, as you'll learn, with Benjamin Banneker's surveying mission of the iconic site on the eastern branch of the Anacostia River.
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