Jim Hargrove Books
The story of the Black Hawk War
By Jim Hargrove
Relates the events, as recalled by the Sauk Indian chief, Black Hawk, that led to the last great Indian uprising east of the Mississippi River in 1832.
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The story of the Teapot Dome scandal
By Jim Hargrove
Describes the causes, events, and aftermath of the scandal known as Teapot Dome which helped ruin the reputation of the administration of Warren G. Harding, the twenty-ninth president.
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The story of the FBI
By Jim Hargrove
A brief history of the investigative division of the United States Justice Department.
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The story of presidential elections
By Jim Hargrove
Examines how presidential elections have changed over the past 200 years, discussing such topics as presidential primaries, national conventions, television campaigns, and funding.
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The Story of Watergate
By Jim Hargrove
Synthesizes the biggest political scandal in United States history, a series of activities attempting to help Richard M. Nixon win reelection in 1972.
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The story of Jonas Salk and the discovery of the polio vaccine
By Jim Hargrove
Recounts the successful search of Jonas Salk for the vaccine that conquered polio.
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The story of the unification of Germany
By Jim Hargrove
Discusses the historical background and events leading up to the reunification of a divided Germany and the political and economic ramifications.
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