Did You Poe-it? Edgar Allan Poe in the Archives
From The Raven to The Tell-Tale Heart, Edgar Allan Poe is among America’s most famous writers and poets. But did
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Crafting State Diplomacy Through Gifts
At the National Archives, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights are known as the Charters of Freedom. But these documents were part of a tapestry of foundational documents that shaped our nation. In celebrating its 287th anniversary this July, we explore the 1787 Northwest Ordinance and its impact on American laws, education, and religious freedoms.
A New Frontier: The Northwest Ordinance
At the National Archives, the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights are known as the Charters of Freedom. But these documents were part of a tapestry of foundational documents that shaped our nation. In celebrating its 287th anniversary this July, we explore the 1787 Northwest Ordinance and its impact on American laws, education, and religious freedoms.
The 26th Amendment: Old Enough
More than 50 years since its ratification, the 26th Amendment came at a pivotal time in American history when students and young people were expressing themselves politically on an unprecedented scale. The younger vote is currently as critical as ever in influencing key issues.
The Unconventional Journey to the 27th Amendment
The 27th Amendment exemplifies the intricate (sometimes centuries-long) process of constitutional change in American history. When one imagines “recent” constitutional amendments, topics like the Equal Rights Amendment or voting age may come to mind. However, the 27th Amendment is unique in that it is both the most recent and one of the oldest amendments in America’s Constitution.