United States 1740–1919: The causes of the American Revolutionary War to the end of the First World War for the new 2008 specification for AS and A2 History (Flagship History) - Softcover

For the 2008 specifications, this book includes coverage from the causes of the American Revolutionary War to the end of the First World War.

With historical interpretations, document source questions, explanation of difficult words and concepts, a study skills section for exam preparation and visuals to support learning available online.

Contents:

Study and examination skills
1 The United States 1740–1919: A synoptic overview
2 The Struggle for Independence c1740–1783
3 Westward Expansion in the 19th Century
4 The Causes and Course of the Civil War, 1840–1865
5 The Gilded Age' to the First World War, 1865–1919
6 Civil Rights 1865–1919
Index

The causes of the American Revolutionary War to the end of the First World War for the new 2008 specification for AS and A2 History

Adapted and rewritten for the 2008 specification changes for the main exam boards.

Flagship History is a best-selling and trusted name in AS and A-level history – authoritative, easy to navigate and geared towards what examiners want to see from successful students. United States 1740–1919 includes comprehensive factual and interpretive material, from the causes of the American Revolutionary War to the end of the First World War.