The frontiersmen were a remarkable breed of men. They were often rough and illiterate, sometimes brutal and vicious, often seeking an escape in the wilderness of mid-America from crimes committed back east. In the beautiful but deadly country which would one day come to be known as West Virginia, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois, more often than not they left their bones to bleach beside forest paths or on the banks of the Ohio River,...

Maps on lining papers. The settling of the Illinois region from 1763 to 1816 focusing on the Chicago Portage, the link between the East and the riches of the West.

The University of Alabama Crimson Tide football team has won 27 conference titles since organized football began in 1892. The team has developed a rich history, full of victories and losses, led by legendary coaches and players. This delves into that history, showcasing the inspiring action and a few of the greatest legends in the history of the Crimson Tide.

The University of Michigan Wolverines entered the 2012 season leading the nation with 888 victories all-time. They have captured eleven national titles and have won forty-two Big Ten crowns, more than any other team, including archrival Ohio State. They have placed thirty-four players and coaches into the College Football Hall of Fame.

Since their first varsity game was played in 1911, the University of North Carolina Tarheels have been making their mark on the basketball court. The team has won four NCAA titles. This volume explores the rich history of Tarheels basketball, sharing stories of many of the most highly regarded coaches and players and some game-stopping moments. It includes a timeline for fast, easy reference and several incredible historic images from Tarheels history....

Ohio State has had one of the most winning teams in college football for nearly a hundred years. The Buckeyes have won seven national titles and been conference champion thirty-four times. Seven of its players have received the Heisman Trophy and seventy-eight have been named All American. Thirty players or coaches have been inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame and eight are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. In 2009 ESPN ranked the team...

When it comes to college football, there are teams and there are Texas teams. The University of Texas in Austin boasts one of the best, most celebrated football teams in the nation. This action-packed volume takes readers (and Longhorn fans) through the history of the team and highlights some fantastic players, coaches, and game moments. Includes exciting sidebars with bonus information.