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This is an alternate version of U.S. History that focuses more on people instead of politics, government, or religion. In other words while institutions and beliefs followed people from their homeland, many people arrived to a land that was similar and filled with humans but had things that were specific to the geography.
It stands to reason that areas with a larger population and history of travel had different outcomes for people that more barren areas that were yet to be explored.
Plymouth Rock
Battle of Baltimore
The California Gold Rush
Watch for about 1 minute, feel free to start from the beginning later.
Kali - The Hindu Goddess
Kali is known as the goddess of the thugee, pronounced thug'iyei or thug-ee. They are known for seeking her due to their profession in stealing and harming others.
Mexican Colonies, the Missionary Networks
The Mayan Calendar
Notice that the Mayans had several different calendars. One of the ones that is most well known, is the one with the tongue hanging out and the wrists handcuffed to the wall. It is considered a shield of unknown origin.
The Mayans have a different story than other Native American tribes in the US. They began trading with Europe in the 1500s, exporting chocolate to the UK where it was distributed to Belgium. From there, goods were exchanged with the Middle East, often on the way to obtaining Indian Spice.
Other Things to Consider
More Videos
Longer video of Battle of Baltimore
Expanding Westward
Longer Video About Kali
California Prisons
Things to Consider
Lincoln Memorial
Greek Temples
What the Future May Look Like
Final Videos
SuperMax - A Prison within a Prison
Meditation Music
Cleansing Music
Other Indians of the Americas
The thumbnail image has people that resemble people from Myanmar, Tibet, and New Zealand. Be sure to research Bali when doing American History, and comparing to the Americas.
Migration to the Americas, including the peoples foods, customs, and beliefs that they bring are just as important as political institutions which may change over time.