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.

 

Grover Cleveland (1st term)

Served: 
3/4/1885 - 3/3/1889

In 1885, Grover Cleveland became the twenty–second President of the United States. He was the first Democratic President seen in the White House for twenty–four years.

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Rutherford B. Hayes

Served: 
3/4/1877 - 3/3/1881

Grant was succeeded in the White House by Rutherford B. Hayes, the nineteenth President of the United States (1877).

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One Million Dollars Paid to Pirates

For many years these pirates had attacked any vessel they met in the Mediterranean.

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Sheridan's Success in Shenandoah Valley

While Sherman was going thus, first to Atlanta, then to Savannah, and finally north again, Grant had been very busy.

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Two Girls Fake–Out British Attackers

In 1813, a British fleet began ravaging our coast, landing here and there to do damage. Thus they set fire to towns and shipping, robbed churches, and behaved ever where with great cruelty.

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John Quincy Adams

Served: 
3/4/1825 - 3/3/1829

The sixth President was John Quincy Adams, son of Washington's successor.

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