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Dolley Madison had a strong will and unique personality that made her one of the most memorable First Ladies. From hosting parties for Washington D.C.'s social and political elite to saving a portrait of George Washington before the British burned down the White House in the War of 1812, Dolley did it all! Dolley Madison had a strong will and unique personality that made her a memorable First Lady. She hosted parties for the social and political elite, and she saved a portrait of George Washington before the British burned down the White House.

Presents the highlights of the life of a nineteenth century crusader who spent much of her life involved in the temperance, abolitionist, and women's rights movements.

Tells the story of how homeless children during the late 1800s and early 1900s were taken to new homes on trains which were known as orphan trains.

A biography of the wealthy woman who realized her ambition to live and work among the poor and founded Hull House, one of the first social settlement houses in the United States.

Describes the Underground railroad, which was a secret network of people who operated in the dark of the night, helping African-Americans escape from slavery in the southern United States.

Describes the history of the textile industry in Lowell, Massachusetts, and the employment and other opportunities that the mills offered to New England women and girls.

Clara Barton was a woman on a mission to help others and serve her country. From humble beginnings in small-town Massachusetts, she made a name for herself in education, and then made her way to Washington, D.C. where she found her true calling: saving lives.

A look at the rancho way of life in 19th century California.

Discusses the special unit in the U.S. Army called the Buffalo Soliders, comprising of all African American men, who had an important role protecting and building the Western Frontier.