Akron Public Library

Describes some of the well-known as well as the lesser-known details of Paul Revere's life and exciting ride.

Describes the notable heroes of the American Revolution.

"Describes notable women and women's roles in the American Revolution"--Provided by publisher.

"In 1776, an elite group of soldiers were handpicked to serve as George Washington's bodyguards. Washington trusted them; relied on them. But unbeknownst to Washington, some of them were part of a treasonous plan. In the months leading up to the Revolutionary War, these traitorous soldiers, along with the Governor of New York William Tryon and Mayor David Mathews, launched a deadly plot against the most important member of the military: George Washington...

A brief biography of Samuel Adams describing his activities in stirring up the revolt against the British and how he was finally persuaded to learn to ride a horse.

Twelve heroes profiled from the Revolutionary times when there were many heroes.

Introduces the life of Betsy Ross, an American patriot during the Revolutionary War who enjoyed telling her family about how she sewed the first American flag

DIt's hard to believe that Benjamin Franklin, one of America's Founding Fathers, was once a homeless runaway. But the dedication, intelligence, and perseverance he used to rise out of poverty to become one of the wealthiest and most respected members of Philadelphia's society are the same qualities that helped him lead the United States to independence.

"Introduces the reader to the founding mothers of the United States"--

Recounts the story of the American patriot who rode from Boston to Lexington to warn his fellow citizens that the British were coming.