American History As It Was Taught In 1899.

Over time we see things differently--especially how historical events are interpreted, revised, then reinterpreted. Sometimes revisionism is the result of newly discovered documents that were previously unknown by historians. At other times society changes and along with its viewpoint.

All of the articles are from the Story of the Great Republic, by H.A. Gueber, and published by Eclectic School Readings in 1899. The content has been organized into categories for easy access.

 

Terms of Surrender Offered the South

Porter, after gallantly helping Grant to secure the Mississippi, had taken part in an expedition up the Red River (1863–1864). Here army and navy together tried to crush the Confederates.

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French Revolt Leads to War

In 1789, the French, who had long been dissatisfied with their government, rose up against the good but somewhat stupid Louis XVI.

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Shay's Rebellion

The British, who had left New York two months after the treaty was signed, kept possession of Oswego, Detroit, and Mackinaw in the Northwest until the promises made should be kept.

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Senators Fight Over Slavery

All through Pierce's term of office, the quarrels between the slavery and antislavery parties continued.

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Slavery Quarrel

The main trouble at home during President Fillmore's rule was the old quarrel between the slavery and antislavery parties.

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Indians Quest for White Man's Bible

It seems that, during Jackson's rule, a party of Indians traveled from Oregon to St.

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