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Scary American History Facts

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Scary American History Facts dives deep into the hidden and often overlooked chapters of the nation's past, shedding light on the unsettling realities that shaped America from its earliest days. Across twenty detailed chapters, readers will discover the untold stories behind witch trials, violent frontier conflicts, and secretive political deals, all carefully woven into a tapestry of fear, greed, and relentless ambition. This immersive journey reveals how the drive to expand and dominate sometimes pushed moral boundaries to frightening extremes, leaving ordinary people trapped in the turmoil of mass hysteria, hidden wars, and industrial catastrophes.

Far from a simple retelling of well-known events, this book delves into forgotten wars, labor uprisings, and racially motivated violence, exploring how the interplay of power, prejudice, and unchecked progress led to countless tragedies. Readers will meet the infamous robber barons, uncover medical experiments on the vulnerable, and witness how clandestine espionage shaped foreign policy behind closed doors. These pages confront the dark undercurrents of America's rise to prominence, challenging the myths that often sanitize the nation's complex heritage.

Yet Scary American History Facts also highlights the resilience and activism of those who fought back, whether escaping enslavement, demanding fair labor conditions, or resisting oppressive regimes. Each story exposes uncomfortable truths yet offers lessons for the present day, reminding us that acknowledging the past can become a powerful catalyst for reform, accountability, and a more just future.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
de Fryske Wrald
Date
17 April 2025
Pages
196
ISBN
9783819028250

This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Scary American History Facts dives deep into the hidden and often overlooked chapters of the nation's past, shedding light on the unsettling realities that shaped America from its earliest days. Across twenty detailed chapters, readers will discover the untold stories behind witch trials, violent frontier conflicts, and secretive political deals, all carefully woven into a tapestry of fear, greed, and relentless ambition. This immersive journey reveals how the drive to expand and dominate sometimes pushed moral boundaries to frightening extremes, leaving ordinary people trapped in the turmoil of mass hysteria, hidden wars, and industrial catastrophes.

Far from a simple retelling of well-known events, this book delves into forgotten wars, labor uprisings, and racially motivated violence, exploring how the interplay of power, prejudice, and unchecked progress led to countless tragedies. Readers will meet the infamous robber barons, uncover medical experiments on the vulnerable, and witness how clandestine espionage shaped foreign policy behind closed doors. These pages confront the dark undercurrents of America's rise to prominence, challenging the myths that often sanitize the nation's complex heritage.

Yet Scary American History Facts also highlights the resilience and activism of those who fought back, whether escaping enslavement, demanding fair labor conditions, or resisting oppressive regimes. Each story exposes uncomfortable truths yet offers lessons for the present day, reminding us that acknowledging the past can become a powerful catalyst for reform, accountability, and a more just future.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
de Fryske Wrald
Date
17 April 2025
Pages
196
ISBN
9783819028250