Throughout the history of the United States, wars and conflicts have helped to define the course of events for better or for worse. The nation was born in conflict (through the American Revolution); this conflict and the ones that followed throughout U.S. history have illustrated the values, issues, and roles of the country. From the American Revolution to the twenty-first century's War on Terror, this set gives readers a look at the timelines and events of each conflict, from the political background to the consequences thereafter. Fact boxes and sidebars give context to the main text, and historical photos further highlight history.