Washoe County Library System

In 1814 Virginia, a slave in President Madison's White House, experiences the burning of Washington by the invading British army.

"Describes the causes of the War of 1812 and its effects on US history"--Provided by publisher.

An account of how, during the War of 1812, Francis Scott Key came to write the poem that became the national anthem.

This series explores the greatest achievements in American history in the context of the time period, incorporating archival footage that captures the monumental events of yesteryear. Journey back in time to the War of 1812. Understand the events that led up to the war, the countries involved, the key figures and the important battles along the way. Appreciate how and why America was victorious in the end.

The Solitary Envoy begins the Heirs of Acadia series of historical novels set in the early days of the American Republic. Erica Langston's comfortable life in Georgetown is threatened when the British invade. Soon she must begin a journey that will change her life forever.

Continues the story of Caroline Abbott, a young girl living during the War of 1812.

Caroline Abbott's father is taken prisoner by a British soldier at the start of the War of 1812 and while he is away she helps her mother run the family's shipyard.