Excerpt from Historical Scenes in the United States, or a Selection of Important and Interesting Events in the History of the United States: Illustrated by Numerous Engravings
The object of this little work is to present to the youthful reader a concise and comprehensive account of some of the most important and interesting events which have taken place in the history of our country, arranged in a chronological order.
In compiling this Book a variety of works have been consulted, and care has been taken, that the events herein recorded should be drawn from the most authentic sources, and in some instances the same words of the different authors are used.
It is believed that the Engraving which accompanies each scene, will be of much utility in assisting the memory to retain the facts mentioned.
It is also believed that this work might be used with advantage in many of our schools, and for this purpose Questions on each scene are inserted at the end of the Book. A Chronological Table is likewise added, containing some of the most important events which have taken place in the history of the United States, arranged under their respective heads.
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