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Age of Jefferson and Jackson:john Marshall: The "Man Who Made the Court Supreme"

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a thorough essay discussing the many important decisions handed down by the Supreme Court while John Marshall was Chief Justice. There are hyperlinks to each of the decisions.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: The Supreme Court: Landmark Cases: Mc Culloch v. Maryland (1819)

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS gives an explanation of the Supreme Court case of McCulloch v. Maryland that established a broad interpretation of the powers of the federal government. Opinion delivered by Chief Justice John Marshall.
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US Government Publishing Office

Ben's Guide to u.s. Government: Exclusive Powers of the National Government and State Governments

For Students 6th - 8th
Presents a chart contrasting the powers of the National government to the powers of a State government. The powers shared by both levels of government are listed below the chart.