A Manual and Guide in U.S. History is an introductory textbook that provides an overview of American history from the colonial period to the present day. The book includes chapters on major events and trends in American history, such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the Civil Rights Movement, as well as thematic sections that explore topics such as economic development and cultural exchange. A Manual and Guide in U.S. History is designed for students and general readers who want a broad understanding of American history and its significance. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.