Have we kept it? Generations’ presents America in God’s Providence-Volume 2, and right out of the gate the author quotes a bold comment from Benjamin Franklin, “A republic, if you can keep it.” The foundation of America’s independence was built on a Christian heritage. This second volume tells the story of how America slowly lost its Christian heritage. Each unit begins with a relevant scripture verse (NKJV) and prayer that will center the student’s heart. Concluding each chapter is a brief Review section summarizing the chapter theme and highlighting Key Terms. Volume 2 will cover from the time of the Constitutional Convention through the Post-Christian Era (2023). The spiritual direction of the new land is still a heavy emphasis throughout the text, but the waning of this spiritual light is underscored in this volume. This second installment of American History hits on tough truths from America’s past.
- Unit 4 starts with a bit of church/faith history within America and how these influences are still impacting the American life. Discussion on the fiscal nature of early America from taxes, debt, and banking. This is also the era that sees the Western Expansion and America as part of ongoing global conflicts.
- Unit 5 sees the coming of the Civil War—identifying the causation and where churches stood on slavery, political tensions, Civil War battles, reconstruction, further expansion into Hawaii and Alaska, and the Industrial Revolution. *Parent Note: Chapter 45 does include graphic details about John Brown and his heinous acts.
- Unit 6 identifies America as a World Empire in 1898 due to its involvement in world conflicts; the threat of socialism on our shores leads into the roaring 20’s and the World Wars.
- Unit 7 this final section covers the proud nation from 1945-2023 and the decline of this Christian nation despite the evangelical/revival movement.
End materials include images index, endnotes, and index. There are correlating student worksheets for each chapter, along with Unit Exams and 25 quizzes in the Student Workbook. This truly is an American History course through a Christian perspective. 504 pages, hardcover. ~Rebecca