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In When We're Green We Grow, a family in North Carolina encounters a home demonstration agent who brings new ideas and opportunities to their farm life. The stakes rise as they navigate the challenges of tradition versus progress.
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In Lady on a Mission, American Ambassador James Monroe and his wife, Elizabeth, navigate the treacherous political landscape of revolutionary Paris as they attempt to secure the release of Madame Lafayette, a political prisoner facing execution. The stakes rise as Elizabeth takes matters into her own hands to save her.
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In Honest John Gaminski and the 13 Uncle Sams, a slick politician faces mounting opposition as he prepares for an election. With his reputation at stake, he devises a publicity stunt to regain favor with the public.
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In 1862 Nashville, Major Gale Thurston searches for Dr. Barryon Lindley, a university president accused of treason. As tensions rise, Mrs. S.C. Polk intervenes to protect Lindley from arrest.
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Dr. Oliver Wendell Holmes receives a telegram about his son, Captain O.W. Holmes Jr., who has been wounded in battle. He rushes to the battlefield, determined to find his son and ensure his safety.
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In Journey Among the Lost, Dorothea Dix visits a prison in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where she confronts the inhumane treatment of mentally ill women. She advocates for their rights and seeks to improve their living conditions.
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In The Unheroic Hero, Robert Stobow, a self-proclaimed captain, embarks on a military adventure during the French and Indian War, only to find himself imprisoned in Montreal. With the threat of war looming, he must navigate the absurdities of his situation and his disdain for the young Colonel Washington.
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In One Last Romance, Benjamin Franklin navigates the complexities of love and familial duty in colonial Philadelphia. As he attempts to help his betrothed, Elizabeth, escape her tyrannical brother, the stakes of their romance rise amidst the constraints of society.
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In Secret Operation, Dr. John Erdman is unexpectedly summoned to assist in a secretive surgery during a time of national crisis in June 1893. The stakes rise as he learns the patient is none other than President Cleveland.
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Thomas Jefferson returns to Monticello as the newly elected president, facing the threat of smallpox outbreaks. His daughter Patsy and a young medical student, John Bruce, navigate their hopes and fears regarding the disease and their aspirations.
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In The Indigo Girl, Eliza Lucas discovers a potential new industry in indigo dyeing that could save her family's struggling plantation. With the help of Pierre Aubin, she faces opposition from her overseer and seeks to prove the value of her newfound knowledge.
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In 19th century Boston, Dennis McClanahan anxiously prepares for the birth of his first child while navigating the challenges of fatherhood and the medical practices of the time. The stakes rise as he debates the choice of a midwife versus a doctor amidst an epidemic of childbed fever.
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In Betrayal, Peggy Shippen navigates her tumultuous relationship with Benedict Arnold against the backdrop of the American Revolution. As tensions rise, Peggy faces the consequences of their choices and the impact on their loyalty to their country.
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In The Burning Bush, the story of Booker T. Washington unfolds, detailing his journey from slavery to becoming a prominent educator and leader. The stakes involve his quest for knowledge and the empowerment of his people through education.
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In The Blue Cockade, a love story set during the American Revolution, soldiers led by George Mitchell revolt against unfair treatment while seeking food and support from local farms. Amidst the turmoil, George's romantic connection with Temperance Wick deepens as they navigate the challenges of war and rebellion.
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In Home to the Hermitage, Andrew Jackson and his wife Rachel prepare to leave Tennessee for Washington, D.C., as he anticipates his presidential election. Their journey is marked by both excitement and uncertainty about their future.
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In Incident at Niagara, a young sailor named Jeremy Hallett returns to Navy Island to reunite with his love, Mary McDermott, amid rising tensions and potential conflict on the border between the United States and Canada.
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A young girl named Verena Howell visits the plantation Hurricane and becomes entangled in the lives of the Davis family, particularly with Jefferson Davis. As she navigates her feelings and the expectations placed upon her, she faces pivotal choices about love and duty.
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In Gettysburg, the story unfolds during the pivotal Battle of Gettysburg, focusing on the experiences of six ordinary individuals caught in the turmoil of war. Their lives intersect as they face the impending chaos of battle on July 3, 1863.
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In The Exiled Heart, Louisa May Alcott reflects on her life and the romantic love story that inspired her writing. Set in 19th-century New England, she navigates family responsibilities and her aspirations as an author while exploring themes of love and sacrifice.
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In The Common Glory, Thomas Jefferson reflects on his life and the impending revolution as he prepares to draft a pivotal document. The stakes rise as he grapples with personal and political responsibilities amid the gathering storm of war.
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Grace Moore, a young girl from Delaco, Tennessee, dreams of becoming an opera singer despite her father's disapproval. Her journey to stardom begins as she seeks opportunities in New York City.
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A young boy named Dewey Craver dreams of attending the Chautauqua, a cultural event in Belleville, with his family. His father is hesitant due to the cost and their farm responsibilities, but ultimately agrees to go.
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In The Last Frontier, Frederick Remington, an aspiring artist, finds himself in the Arizona territory amidst the changing landscape of the American West. As he grapples with his artistic ambitions and the encroachment of civilization, he encounters an old man who challenges his perceptions of the frontier.
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In Who Walk Alone, a soldier grapples with a mysterious illness that threatens his future just before his wedding. As he seeks answers, he confronts the harsh realities of his past and the impact of war on his life.
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In The Enlightened Professor, Benjamin Silliman embarks on a groundbreaking journey to introduce chemistry as a vital subject at Yale College in the early 1800s. His passion for science faces skepticism from traditionalists, but he is determined to make a difference in American education.
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In Lee of Virginia, General Robert E. Lee returns home after the Civil War, facing the challenges of rebuilding his life and guiding his people towards peace. As he grapples with the aftermath of conflict, he must inspire hope in a devastated Virginia.
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A scientist, Dr. Selman A. Waxman, searches for a life-saving drug while a young soldier, Johnny, battles a serious heart infection. The stakes are high as they navigate the challenges of medical research and the uncertainty of life and death.
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Rebecca Lukens, a young Quaker mother, faces the daunting task of running the Brandywine Ironworks after the death of her husband. With her family's future at stake, she must navigate the challenges of a male-dominated industry.
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In Roses in the Rain, Frances Folsom prepares for a significant evening as President Grover Cleveland visits her and her mother. The stakes rise as she anticipates a marriage proposal from the bachelor president.
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In The President and the Doctor, George Washington faces a serious health crisis shortly after his inauguration, prompting concern from his wife Martha and Congressman James Madison. The stakes rise as a skilled surgeon, Dr. Samuel Bard, is called to save the President's life and the future of the nation hangs in the balance.
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In No Greater Love, a young nurse, Clara Maas, volunteers to help during a yellow fever epidemic in Havana, Cuba, facing the grim realities of her profession. Her dedication to her patients and the sacrifices she makes highlight the stakes of heroism in the face of danger.
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In This Way to Tomorrow, a young scientist struggles with financial burdens while pursuing his dream of making significant contributions to medicine. His mentor, Professor Pupin, encourages him to persevere despite the challenges he faces.
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In The Alerting of Mr Pomerantz, an exterminator named Charlie Pomerantz investigates a mysterious epidemic affecting families in Long Island. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a potential link to ticks, challenging the medical community's understanding of the outbreak.
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Sheriff Teddy follows Theodore Roosevelt as he embarks on a journey to the Badlands for rest and recovery, only to find himself drawn back into public life and the pursuit of justice.
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In The Justice and the Lady, Chief Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes prepares for a speech while his wife, Fanny, navigates the chaos of their home life. As they rush to leave, the couple's banter reveals their deep connection and the pressures of public life.
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In Powhatan's Daughter, Pocahontas intervenes to save Captain John Smith from execution by her father, Chief Powhatan, as tensions rise between the Jamestown colonists and the Native Americans. Her actions set the stage for a pivotal alliance that could determine the fate of the struggling settlement.
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Mariah Mitchell, America's first great woman astronomer, reflects on her career as she prepares to retire from Vassar College. She faces pressure to return to academia while advocating for women's education and independence.
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In Towards the Horizon, John Wesley Powell struggles with his identity and purpose after losing an arm in the war. As he prepares to leave his wife Emma and venture west, he seeks meaning in the uncharted territories of both the land and himself.
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In Us Pilgrims, an immigrant recounts the story of the first Thanksgiving during a night school class for adults learning English. The tale highlights their struggles for religious freedom and the hope of a new life in America.