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This site is awesome because it provides a tax museum time line. I learn more when information is gathered in time lines, it does not appear so overwhelming.The French and Indian War represented the decisive turning point in British colonial relations. The Treaty of Paris in 1763 ratified Britain's undisputed control of the seas and shipping trade, as well as its sovereignty over much of the North American continent east of the Mississippi River.

Francis Scott Key and the War Of 1812. There is a link on this page to look at the attack on Washington and Baltimore

General Ulysses S. Grant Civil War hero American President Born in 1822.

These are official records written by the men who served in both the Union and Confederate armies. Very interesting reading. Entire site is well structured and informative.

Elusive and crafty, Francis Marion outwitted British troops during the American Revolution. Interesting reference to "The Patriot" and it's marred portrayal of Marion. Something to think about when watching these sort of movies. Also, pay particular attention to the way Marion lived, he owned slaves and had some bad moments in his life, but he is still rightfully remembered as a hero of the Revolutionary War. "Heroes" are most generally not perfect individuals and when viewing the leaders of today that must be remembered.

This Article covers the crimes committed by a foreign regiment in the British army made up of prisoners of war.

This is an online "exhibit" based on an actual traveling exhibit of artifacts and information from the reconstruction Era of the United States