This book was written for educational use in the classroom to form lessons regarding the history of Iowa. Chapters discuss the early settlers of Iowa, including relations with Native Americans with the Black Hawk War and Sac and Fox Purchase, the establishment of towns with churches and school development, the early businesses of Iowa including the mining industry and transportation during the time. Chapters also cover Iowa's involvement in the Civil War, the Underground Railroad and WWI. The contents of this book connect to the following Chronological Eras: Revolution and the New Nation (1753-1820s) Expansion and Reform (1801-1861) Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877) The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900s) The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930) Resource can be used with the following standards to further develop lessons: 1st grade SS 1.23 Cultural Makeup 2nd grade SS 2.24 Natural Resources 4th grade SS 4.25 Technological Changes 8th grade SS 8.25 Iowa Government SS-Econ. 9-12.24 Iowa Impact Upon Economy SS-WH 9-12.26 Iowans Influence World History SS-US 9-12.23 Iowans Influence US History
