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Loc: Thomas Jefferson, 1743 1826
Brief summary from the Library of Congress of Thomas Jefferson's involvement in the Declaration of Independence.
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Loc: Richard Henry Lee
The Library of Congress provides a brief biography of Richard Henry Lee. Select "Return to Essay" to explore his role within the context of America's fight towards independence.
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Loc: Today in History: July 29: Harris Treaty & Bowling
Library of Congress site presents historical material of events that happened on July 29. Topics include the Harris Treaty and the history of bowling.
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Loc: Today in History: March 5: The Boston Massacre
In a feature titled "Today in History," the Library of Congress explores the Boston Massacre. The events of March 5, 1770 are discussed alongside paintings and engravings from the library's collection.
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Loc: Today in History: April 23: The Little Giant
Contains a short biography on U.S. congressman, senator, and presidential candidate Stephen A. Douglas.
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Loc: Today in History: July 17: The Spanish Civil War
The Spanish Civil War was a precursor of the tumult of World War II. Read a brief description of those involved in this civil war and see posters supporting each side.
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Loc: Today in History: October 19: Surrender at Yorktown
View a contemporary map and read how British General Charles Cornwallis surrendered at Yorktown on October 19, 1781, thus effectively ending Great Britain's attempt to put down the American Revolution.
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Loc: Today in History: February 28: B & O Railroad
Highlights the opening of the B & O Railroad charter and other related events in American history that took place on today's date.
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Loc: Today in History: May 5: Cinco De Mayo
This Library of Congress site gives an overview of the history behind Cinco de Mayo.
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Loc: Nls: The Jalna Series by Mazo De La Roche
An introduction to the Jalna series, "sixteen novels that tell the story of the Canadian Whiteoak family from 1854 to 1954." Read about this fictional family, learn what critics have said its content and author, Mazo de la Roche, and...
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Loc: America's Story: Equal Status of Jewish Americans
This 3-page article provides a general overview of George Washington recognizing the equal status of Jewish Americans in 1790.
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Loc: Librarian of Congress Appoints New Poet Laureate
Learn about poet Louise Gluck, appointed in 2003 as the United States Poet Laureate by Librarian of Congress James H. Billington, and her books of poetry. Also discover the duties of this annually bestowed title and learn about how the...
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Loc: Librarian of Congress Names Tracy K. Smith Poet Laureate
A profile of Tracy K. Smith, the poet chosen by the Library of Congress to be the 22nd Poet Laureate Consultant in Poetry for 2017-2018, otherwise known as the U.S. Poet Laureate. Published June 14, 2017.
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Loc: America's Story: The Panic of 1857 Began
America's Story provides a brief, two page article on the Panic of 1857. Two pictures are also given along with a timeline of events both before and after the Panic of 1857.
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Loc: America's Story: Reformer Grace Abbott
America's Story site gives brief story of Grace Abbott, Chief of the Children's Bureau of the Department of Labor.
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Loc: America's Story: First American Cotton Mill
This 4-page article provides an overview of the first American cotton mill put into operation in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and the history of textile industry.
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Loc: America's Story: The Homestead Act Went Into Effect
This 4-page article discusses the Homestead Act of 1862 and its effects.
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Loc: America's Story: 24th Amendment Ends Poll Tax
This 2-page article provides a brief explanation of the Poll Tax and the eventual Amendment that abolished it.
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Loc: America's Story: Arizona Became a New Territory
This 2-page article provides information about how Arizona became a new territory on February 24, 1863, and the corresponding silver and gold rush that encompassed the area.
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Loc: America's Story: The Metropolitan Opera House Opens
A part of America's Story on the Gilded Age: gives brief information on the Metropolitan Opera House, and opera houses in general.
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Loc: America's Story: Independence for Liberia
The story of how Joseph Jenkins Roberts, an African American from Virginia, developed Liberia into an independent country.
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Loc: America's Story: Capturing the Memories
American's Story--produced by the Library of Congress--profiles George Eastman's Brownie camera by Kodak, the first truly portable camera for the masses.
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Loc: America's Story: Library of Congress Bicentennial
The Library of Congress celebrates its bicentennial. This article looks at the Library's bicentennial birthday party, held inside and outside the Thomas Jefferson Building, celebrated the achievements of Americans everywhere.
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Loc: America's Story: America at Play: Jackie Robinson
Illustrated remembrance of Jackie Robinson, who broke the decades-old barrier against African Americans in the major leagues when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1945.