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It Happened on the Oregon Trail
AvTricia Martineau Wagner
Häftad, Engelska, 2004
178 kr
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It Happened on the Oregon Trail includes twenty-nine unusual, remarkable, little known events that happened along the trail from Independence, Missouri to Oregon's Willamette Valley. From Rufus K. Porter's brilliant plan to fly people to Oregon in hot air balloons, to the plight of a young girl who climbed Independence Rock to carve her name and was left behind by her wagon party, this book reveals the hidden stories about the trail.
It Happened in New Orleans
AvBonnye Stuart
Häftad, Engelska, 2007
145 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
From the earliest days of French and Spanish rule to school integration in the 1960s, It Happened in New Orleans offers a unique look at intriguing people and episodes from the history of the Crescent City.March along with Creole Wild West during their first Mardi Gras. Experience the ten heady days of the longest woman-suffrage convention ever held. And discover a lovingly restored mausoleum where great New Orleans musicians are laid to rest.Meet the voodoo queen, a baroness, a pirate and many more real-life characters who helped make New Orleans the famous city it is today.What happens when the mighty Mississippi River overflows its banks and changes directions? What college began with gambling money? Find the answers to these questions and more in It Happened in New Orleans.
It Happened in San Antonio
AvMarilyn Bennett Alexander
Häftad, Engelska, 2006
145 kr
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It Happened in San Antonio gives the reader an insiders view of the Alamo City, bringing to life the characters of today and yesterday, from the early Canary Island residents to the ghosts of the Alamo to Fiesta Royalty. The pages reveal thirty compelling stories of intrigue, perseverance, tradition, and the rich cultures from the city rooted in the wild frontier by the waters of the San Antonio River.
It Happened in Denver
AvStephen Grace
Häftad, Engelska, 2007
178 kr
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A fascinating collection of twenty-five compelling stories about events that shaped the Mile High City, It Happened in Denver describes everything from a nineteenth-century gold rush that turned a tent city into a bustling frontier outpost to the mid-1990s construction of a baseball stadium and the urban renewal that accompanied it. Discover why Denver nearly burned down in 1863 and why it was flooded a year later. Learn how wine barrels helped lay a foundation for the ski industry. And meet David Moffat, the man most responsible for building a rail line across the Rocky Mountains. In an easy-to-read style that’s entertaining as well as informative, author Stephen Grace recounts some of the most famous (and infamous!) moments in the history of Colorado’s largest city.
It Happened in New York
AvFran Capo,Frank Borzellieri
Häftad, Engelska, 2006
186 kr
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True Tales from New York's Past From Beatlemania at Shea Stadium to the hoax of the Cardiff Giant, It Happened in New York gives readers a unique look at intriguing people and episodes from the history of the Empire State.Meet the young Polio Pioneers and Dr. Jonas Salk, who developed, tested, and refined the vaccine that has saved the lives of millions. Discover why a peach provoked a three-day war in Manhattan. And learn how erosion and rock slides at Niagara Falls nearly destroyed one of America's most beloved attractions.Newly revised and updated, this book features thirty lively stories written for history buffs of all ages.
It Happened in Minnesota
AvDarrell Ehrlick
Häftad, Engelska, 2008
217 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
A fascinating collection of thirty compelling stories about events that shaped the North Star State, It Happened in Minnesota describes everything from harrowing shootouts with Sioux Indians to the mass execution of thirty-eight men, a bank robbery by Jesse James to the opening of the Mall of America. In an easy-to-read style that is entertaining as well as informative, It Happened in Minnesota will interest people of all ages.
It Happened in Seattle
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvSteve Pomper
Häftad, Engelska, 2009
210 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
A fascinating collection of thirty compelling stories about events that shaped the Emerald City, It Happened in Seattle describes everything from the battle of Seattle in 1856 to the Nisqually earthquake of 2001.
It Happened in Massachusetts
AvLarry Pletcher,Dan Spinella
Häftad, Engelska, 2009
178 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
You’ve studied the Salem witch trials, the Boston Tea Party, and Paul Revere’s midnight ride. But do you know the whole story? It Happened in Massachusetts gives readers inside information on these events as well as recounting lesser-known happenings.
It Happened in Las Vegas
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvPaul W. Papa
Häftad, Engelska, 2009
210 kr
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A fascinating collection of thirty compelling stories about events that shaped Sin City, It Happened in Las Vegas describes everything from a nineteenth-century land deal that almost created two competing cities to the torrential rainstorm that flooded downtown Vegas with three inches of water.
It Happened in Yosemite National Park
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvRay Jones
Häftad, Engelska, 2010
210 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Twenty to thirty episodes from the history of Yosemite National Park, including memorable events, but also featuring lesser-known tales.
It Happened in Florida
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvE. Lynne Wright
Häftad, Engelska, 2009
210 kr
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From Ponce de Leon’s discovery of the “Land of Flowers” in 1513 to the suspense of the 2000 presidential election, It Happened in Florida takes readers on a behind-the-scenes tour of thirty of the most compelling episodes from the Sunshine State’s vibrant past. This revised edition includes brand new glimpses into Florida history, a map, and a thorough index.
It Happened in New York City
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvFran Capo,Art Zuckermanm. fl.
Häftad, Engelska, 2010
210 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
A fascinating collection of thirty compelling stories about events that shaped Gotham, It Happenedin New York City describes everything from the installation of the Statue of Liberty to the building of the Brooklyn Bridge, from the collapse of the Twin Towers on 9/11 to the construction of the new Yankee stadium, slated to open in 2009.
It Happened in North Carolina
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvScotti Cohn
Häftad, Engelska, 2010
210 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
From the establishment of Roanoke to a miracle of modern medicine, It Happened in North Carolina takes you on a behind-the-scenes tour of thirty compelling episodes from the vibrant history of the Tar Heel State. Guess the identity of the wealthy and mysterious stranger of New Orleans. Go back to June 27, 1857, and climb the highest peak in the East along with Elisha Mitchell, who died there. Discover how the last shot of the Civil War was fired in 1941. Get the inside story on the North Carolina gold rush, the Wright brothers’ first real flight, a showdown at Torpedo Junction, and the case of the telltale laundry ticket.
It Happened in Virginia
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvEmilee Hines
Häftad, Engelska, 2010
210 kr
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A fascinating collection of thirty-five compelling stories about events that shaped Old Dominion, It Happened in Virginia describes everything from the invention of America’s original instrument, the banjo, to how Stonewall Jackson acquired his nickname.
It Happened in Kansas
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvSarah Smarsh
Häftad, Engelska, 2010
210 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
It Happened in Kansas features over 25 chapters in Kansas history. Lively and entertaining, this book brings the varied and fascinating history of the Sunflower State to life.
It Happened In Nevada
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvElizabeth Gibson
Häftad, Engelska, 2010
210 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
From Las Vegas to Carson City to Reno and beyond, Nevada has seen more than its share of remarkable events over the centuries, many stranger than fiction. It Happened in Nevada goes behind the scenes to tell its story, in short episodes that reveal the intriguing people and circumstances that have shaped the Silver State and, indeed, America.Learn how one man’s banishment from the Donner Party into the wilderness may have saved his life.Ride along with “Pony Bob” Haslam, one of the most fearless Pony Express riders there ever was. Read how Mark Twain’s journalistic sojourn in Virginia City may have landed him in trouble but kicked off a luminous literary career.Get a roadside seat to watch Operation Ranger, the atomic tests of 1951 that were practically promoted as tourist attractions.Crash the strange and celebrated Las Vegas wedding of Elvis Presley and Priscilla Beaulieu.Written in a lively, easy-to-read style, this book features 30 stories written for history buffs of all ages.
It Happened in Idaho
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvRandy Stapilus
Häftad, Engelska, 2010
210 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
This book offers an inside look at over 30 interesting and unusual episodes that shaped the history of the Gem State.
It Happened in Indiana
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvJackie Sheckler Finch
Häftad, Engelska, 2011
210 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
This book offers an inside look at over 25 interesting and unusual episodes that shaped the history of the Hoosier State.
It Happened in South Carolina
AvLee Davis Perry,J. Michael Mclaughlin
Häftad, Engelska, 2011
210 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Much has happened in South Carolina throughout its checkered three hundred year history. It Happened in South Carolina goes behind-the-scenes to tell its story, in over 30 short episodes that reveal the intriguing people and events that have shaped the Palmetto State. • Discover the escapades of “Gentleman Pirate” Stede Bonnet, who terrorized the coastline alongside the notorious Blackbeard. • Make the acquaintance of young Eliza Lucas, who changed the course of American history when she took charge of the family plantation at the tender age of sixteen. • Learn about the famous Haile Gold Mine, at one time the most successful producer of gold east of the Mississippi River. • Learn how the Jenkins Orphanage Band originated the dance craze known as the Charleston.
It Happened in Kentucky
AvMimi O'malley
Häftad, Engelska, 2011
226 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
This book offers an inside look at over 25 interesting and unusual episodes that shaped the history of the Bluegrass State.
It Happened in Illinois
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvRichard Moreno
Häftad, Engelska, 2011
211 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
This book offers an inside look at over 25 interesting and unusual episodes that shaped the history of the Hoosier State. From the 1908 race riots in Springfield to Ron Blagojevich's impeachment in 2009, this book will cover a wide range of Illinois history.
It Happened in Pennsylvania
AvFran Capo,Scott Bruce
Häftad, Engelska, 2011
210 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
This guide is a collection of thirty fascinating events that helped make Pennsylvania what it is today. From the witches of PA to the Expedition that changed the world, authors Fran Capo and Scott Bruce write with a comedic yet dramatic flair and an easy to read style that will entertain readers as they learn more about the colorful, and sometimes wacky history of Pennsylvania.
It Happened in Atlanta
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvJohn Mckay
Häftad, Engelska, 2011
210 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
This book offers an inside look at over 30 interesting and unusual episodes that shaped the history of Atlanta.
It Happened in Iowa
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvTammy Partsch
Häftad, Engelska, 2017
166 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
For most Americans, Iowa brings to mind endless acres of corn fields, one of the country’s longest-running state fairs, and American Gothic, but few may know how it serendipitously became the birthplace of the most iconic apple, why thousands of cyclists brave the Midwestern heat and humidity to cross the entire state one week each year, or how a former Des Moines sports announcer became one of the White House’s most popular residents. It Happened in Iowa goes behind the scenes to tell these stories and many more, in short episodes that reveal the intriguing people and events that have shaped the Hawkeye State.
It Happened in Tennessee
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvSusan Sawyer
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
210 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
This book offers an inside look at over 30 interesting and unusual episodes that shaped the history of the Volunteer State. Read about the infamous Scopes "Monkey" Trial in 1925. Find out about Tennessee's reaction to the assassination of Martin Luther King, Jr. in Memphis. Discover how the Grand Ole Opry came to be the musical powerhouse that it is today.
It Happened in New Jersey
AvFran Capo
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
210 kr
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This collection of thirty fascinating stories reveals events that helped make New Jersey what it is today. Authors Fran Capo writes with a comedic yet dramatic flair and an easy to read style that will entertain readers as they learn more about the colorful, and sometimes wacky history of the Garden State
It Happened in Maine
Remarkable Events That Shaped History
AvGail Underwood Parker
Häftad, Engelska, 2013
226 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
From the story behind the first women voters to the last legal log drive in America, It Happened in Maine takes readers on a behind-the-scenes tour of some of the intriguing characters and episodes from the Pine Tree State’s past.Read about the vision that sparked Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin, as well as how a couple of entrepreneurs managed to sell more than two million shares of stock in a company created to make gold from seawater. You’ll meet Cornelia “Fly Rod” Crosby, the first female fly rod angler, and Abbie Burgess, a woman who became a lighthouse keeper when she was only a teenager. Many of the people and events from Maine’s past are well known, but many are not. Did you know that one of the shortest championship title fights in history - the one between Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston - took place in a small youth center in Maine? Or that a few determined colonists from tiny Machias helped inspire the start of the American Navy? Did you know that Maine is the only state to declare war on a foreign country? Or that it’s the birthplace of chewing gum?
It Happened in Maryland
AvJudy Colbert
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
210 kr
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It Happened in Rhode Island
AvSeth Brown
Häftad, Engelska, 2012
210 kr
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From the story of Rhode Island's first colonist (who contrary to your elementary-school history book wasn't Roger Williams) to the revolutionary precursors to the Boston Tea Party to the wedding of Jack and Jackie Kennedy, It Happened in Rhode Island captures some the great events in American History and the history of the small, but fascinating, Ocean State.
It Happened in West Virginia
AvRick Steelhammer
Häftad, Engelska, 2013
226 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
It Happened in West Virginia takes readers on a rollicking, behind-the-scenes look at some of the characters and episodes from the Mountain State's storied past. Including both famous tales, and famous names--and little-known heroes, heroines, and happenings.

It Happened In Series – serie

It Happened on the Oregon Trail

It Happened in New Orleans

It Happened in San Antonio

It Happened in Denver

It Happened in New York

It Happened in Minnesota

It Happened in Seattle

It Happened in Massachusetts

It Happened in Las Vegas

It Happened in Yosemite National Park

It Happened in Florida

It Happened in New York City

It Happened in North Carolina

It Happened in Virginia

It Happened in Kansas

It Happened In Nevada

It Happened in Idaho

It Happened in Indiana

It Happened in South Carolina

It Happened in Kentucky

It Happened in Illinois

It Happened in Pennsylvania

It Happened in Atlanta

It Happened in Iowa

It Happened in Tennessee

It Happened in New Jersey

It Happened in Maine

It Happened in Maryland

It Happened in Rhode Island

It Happened in West Virginia