History Books about Growing America
Nichols and Mickles
Nichols and Mickles: They All Came Together
Jerry Macke
with contributions by Doris (Dodie) Mickle-Macke (wife of Jerry Macke) and Les F. Mickle (brother-in-law).
Early pioneers, such as the Mickle family, made their way to the Verde Valley; coming by mule, horseback and covered wagons to build and to stay. Their courage, toughness, and vision opened up a new land which became home for their families. This book is a report of one family’s adventure. The book starts out with a 1909 photo of Les Mickle and his father Frederick Maxwell Mickle in two Jerome Dairy Wagons pulled by horses on their way to deliver milk and cheese to the miners in the small town of Jerome, Arizona. Jerry is historian who brings together extensive bloodline studies as well as genealogy and news of the day to grow the story from forefathers to current family.
Service
Service: The History of the Grand Canyon Council
Compiled by Sean Butler
Contributions by
Dean Butler, John Butler, Roland Miller, Larry Sneed, Jim Young, Tom Walsh, George Miller (Foreword)
Released in conjunction with the 100th anniversary year of the Grand Canyon Council, this informative narrative chronicles the history and timeless achievements of the scouting program in Arizona.
Drawing extensively on the holdings preserved at the Arizona Scouting Museum and exclusive access to personal family collections shared in cooperation for this publication, readers are led through a unique and informative journey that answers the question as to why this youth program has shined so brightly in the Grand Canyon state.
Kindle E Book
The Old Scrapbook
The Old Scrapbook
Barbara Caballero
My mother's old scrapbook is faded and worn, as it well may be, for it has traveled many miles over a long period of years. Always I kept it with me after it came into my possession, and as I read it in later years I felt its story should be written.
The Old Scrapbook is a chunk of history and drops the reader into the current lifestyle of that era. It was originally penned by my grandmother as a story in the 1900's. It is a true story which starts in Ohio. The family ventures out west to Arizona and participates in the Oklahoma Run in 1889. All of the character's names are not changed from the original individuals.
When People Came Volume 1
When People Came Volume I
From when humans first arrived in North America to the end of the French and Indian War
Compiled by Robert G. Erb
Ages 8+
Full-Color
The exploration and colonization of what is now North America and the United States from the last ice age to the present is a fascinating story. It is a story of how North America developed and how the United States became the greatest nation on earth. This is not to imply that all of its history was kind, fair, and gentle for we have not yet come close to perfection, but we have become the most giving nation on earth and the strongest force for world peace whether through exploration, purchase, or treaty.
When People Came, a five-volume set, is just a brief story. The purpose is to give the reader an overview of many important happenings that played a defining role in the development of North American and United States. These volumes are a very short story of that early saga from pre-history with the Paleo Indians at the end of the last ice age to 1890 with the end of the Indian Wars.
When People Came Volume II
When People Came Volume 2
Westward exploration in North America, Revolutionary war, building the Nation's foundation, and the Old Northwest Indian War.
Compiled by Robert G. Erb
Ages 8+
Full-Color
Volume II starts with the colonists who began to push the boundaries of the new land westward, and the struggle with English rule leading to the American Revolutionary War.
It’s a story of how an incredible underdog (these 13 divided colonies) came together and won their freedom and liberty from England. We learn how our Founders came together to build the foundation of this new country by determining what kind of people and nation we wanted to be. Lastly, we discuss the Old Northwest Indian War and our continued conflict with the native people who struggled to keep their own culture and liberty.
When People Came Volume III
When People Came Volume 3
The Corps of Discovery, War of 1812, the Fur Trade, and westward Expansion
Compiled by Robert G. Erb
Ages 8+
Full-Color
In volume III we see how this new nation would move farther westward to the Pacific Ocean with Lewis and Clark. The nation is challenged by new and dangerous conflicts such as the War of 1812, which tests our resolve and commitment to the freedom we won in the Revolutionary War. You also learn of the impact the Fur Trade had on the Nation’s growth and how the mountain men and other explorers help open the west for future settlement.
When People Came Volume IV
When People Came Volume IV
When People Came Volume IV
When People Came Volume 4
From when humans first arrived in North America to the end of the French and Indian War
Compiled by Robert G. Erb
Ages 8+
Full-Color
In volume IV we will learn how fragile and precious our natural history is and the struggle to preserve it for future generations. You will see how Texas stood up to fight and win its independence from Mexico. You learn about how Manifest Destiny became a reality expanding the nation from sea to shining sea. You will also learn about the long search for the Northwest Passage and much more.