History is often remembered in speeches, stories, and myths-but sometimes the most revealing truths hide in the numbers. From the 56 men who pledged their lives to the Declaration of Independence, to the 405,000 Americans lost in World War II, to the astonishing rise of cities, industries, and pop culture phenomena, numbers bring clarity to the nation's journey. They are the stubborn facts John Adams once spoke of-the milestones that measure change, progress, and the enduring character of the United States.In this engaging collection, trivia lovers and history buffs alike will discover 1,001 entries spanning America's past and present. Organized into twelve themed chapters-from Founding Figures and Presidents by the Numbers to Sports & Games, Stage & Screen, and Space & Science-the book delivers a vibrant mosaic of facts both serious and strange. You'll learn how long George Washington's shortest inaugural speech was, which state first reached a million residents, how many gallons of ice cream Americans devour each year, and what quirky local laws once banned donkeys from sleeping in bathtubs.The entries mix straightforward statistics, Q&A-style trivia, and lively anecdotes that show how figures reflect deeper stories of conflict, culture, and community. A special Trivia Night chapter at the end provides ten ready-made quiz games, perfect for family gatherings, classrooms, or friendly competition. Appendices explain key statistical concepts like mean, median, and mode, and tackle the all-too-human error of confusing correlation with causation.Whether you are browsing for fun, preparing for a quiz, or simply marveling at the oddities of American life, this book is designed to entertain, inform, and surprise. It's not a textbook-it's a celebration of the fascinating, funny, and sometimes sobering ways numbers have shaped the story of a nation.United States History by the Numbers is a reminder that behind every statistic is a story, and behind every story is the ongoing experiment of America itself.