This book presents a biography of the daring Portuguese sea captain who commanded the first expedition that sailed around the world.

Historically, gun ownership has always held an important place in America culture. Today, Americans own more than 360 million guns, and many view firearms as a symbol of self-reliance and a critical defense against the threat of goverment tyranny. Others, however, are concerned about the high rate of gun violence in the United States, particularly the rising number of mass shootings and school shootings. Americans are deeply divided over the best...

Examines the reasons for the 1991 Gulf War, how the United Nations tried to disarm Iraq with arms inspections, and why the United States went to war again against Iraq during 2003.

A biography of Sir Francis Drake, who was famous for his explorations and for helping to defeat the Spanish Armada.