American History: An Enthralling Overview of Major Events that Shaped the United States of America
Billy Wellman
American history is a living, breathing thing that is always evolving and growing, with new chapters taking shape as we speak.
Today, America is revered throughout the world as a global superpower, a model of democracy, and the kind of country that all nations should aspire to emulate. How did it get there? And how did it acquire this reputation?
Over the decades, millions of people have left their homelands to immigrate to America in search of the American dream. This is quite fitting given how the country came to be—thirteen misfit colonies that banded together to unite as one nation.
This audiobook delves into the most significant moments of America’s history, from the arrival of the first colonists all the way to the 21st century.
For those who are interested in learning about America, this is a great introductory audiobook. It should whet your appetite to learn more. This detailed guide is an easy-to-follow, concise read providing a comprehensive understanding of America’s roots and how it came to be the superpower it is today.
In this audiobook, you will learn about the following:
Click the “add to cart” button to begin your journey into America’s past!
Duration - 7h 37m.
Author - Billy Wellman.
Narrator - Jay Herbert.
Published Date - Monday, 30 January 2023.
Copyright - © 2023 Billy Wellman ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
American history is a living, breathing thing that is always evolving and growing, with new chapters taking shape as we speak. Today, America is revered throughout the world as a global superpower, a model of democracy, and the kind of country that all nations should aspire to emulate. How did it get there? And how did it acquire this reputation? Over the decades, millions of people have left their homelands to immigrate to America in search of the American dream. This is quite fitting given how the country came to be—thirteen misfit colonies that banded together to unite as one nation. This audiobook delves into the most significant moments of America’s history, from the arrival of the first colonists all the way to the 21st century. For those who are interested in learning about America, this is a great introductory audiobook. It should whet your appetite to learn more. This detailed guide is an easy-to-follow, concise read providing a comprehensive understanding of America’s roots and how it came to be the superpower it is today. In this audiobook, you will learn about the following: Click the “add to cart” button to begin your journey into America’s past! Duration - 7h 37m. Author - Billy Wellman. Narrator - Jay Herbert. Published Date - Monday, 30 January 2023. Copyright - © 2023 Billy Wellman ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:12
Introduction
Duration:00:01:49
Chapter 1: Exploration and First Settlements
Duration:00:15:24
Chapter 2: The Thirteen Colonies
Duration:00:06:05
Chapter 3: The French and Indian War
Duration:00:06:09
Chapter 4: Causes for Revolution
Duration:00:08:46
Chapter 5: The American Revolution
Duration:00:19:43
Chapter 6: The Constitution and the Bill of Rights
Duration:00:13:32
Chapter 7: The Louisiana Purchase and the War of 1812
Duration:00:14:18
Chapter 8: Expansion in the West and South
Duration:00:18:57
Chapter 9: The Mexican-American War, the Oregon Treaty, and the Gold Rush
Duration:00:16:28
Chapter 10: What Caused the Civil War?
Duration:00:06:45
Chapter 11: Key Battles and Campaigns of the Civil War
Duration:00:23:09
Chapter 12: Slavery, Emancipation, and the Aftermath
Duration:00:09:23
Chapter 13: The Reconstruction (1865–1877)
Duration:00:11:32
Chapter 14: From Reconstruction to Expansion
Duration:00:10:50
Chapter 15: The Progressive Era
Duration:00:12:42
Chapter 16: The Fate of the Native Americans
Duration:00:19:43
Chapter 17: Political and Economic Changes
Duration:00:21:04
Chapter 18: World War I and the Roaring ‘20s
Duration:00:14:21
Chapter 19: The Great Depression and the New Deal
Duration:00:11:24
Chapter 20: WWII: America Becomes a Superpower
Duration:00:25:55
Chapter 21: The Truman Years: The Cold War Begins
Duration:00:12:05
Chapter 22: The Ike Years: Coup d’états and Civil Rights
Duration:00:16:01
Chapter 23: The Kennedys and the ‘60s: Dream up a Better World
Duration:00:26:31
Chapter 24: The Nixon-Ford Years: Détente and Economic Changes
Duration:00:13:45
Chapter 25: Jimmy Carter: The End of Détente
Duration:00:12:59
Chapter 26: Reagan and Reaganomics
Duration:00:13:49
Chapter 27: George H. W. Bush: The End of the Cold War
Duration:00:11:32
Chapter 28: The Clinton Years: The Swift and Scandalous ‘90s
Duration:00:16:41
Chapter 29: The George W. Bush Years: 9/11 and the War on Terror
Duration:00:12:04
Chapter 30: Barack Obama: The First Black President
Duration:00:15:28
Chapter 31: Donald Trump: A Controversial President
Duration:00:16:19
Conclusion: Looking Forward
Duration:00:01:26
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:19