Section 1 explores America's geologic makeup and answers the question, "How was the land responsible for the way in which America developed?" …

Section 1 explores America's geologic makeup and answers the question, "How was the land responsible for the way in which America developed?" Milestones comprise section 2: Twelve essays discuss how America evolved to become the global leader it is today. Section 3 covers the major eras in America's history, beginning with the earliest Native Americans. The final section of the book covers: Leaders, Wars, Religion and Beliefs, Presidents, and finally, Milestone Documents, including the Declaration of Independence, the Emancipation Proclamation, the Gettysburg Address, and more.

With an introduction by Hugh Ambrose, historian and a founding director of The National D-Day Museum, the National Geographic Almanac of American History is a timely and essential resource that every American should own.

James Miller earned his Ph.D. in history from Indiana University and was an editor in economics and history. …

James Miller earned his Ph.D. in history from Indiana University and was an editor in economics and history.

John Thompson is the author of six National Geographic books, including America's Historic Trails, and is currently researching a book on Benedict Arnold.

Hugh Ambrose, a Founding Board Member of The National D-Day Museum in New Orleans, serves as Historical Consultant for a WWII miniseries being developed by Steven Spielberg, Tom Hanks, and HBO.