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link to Urban vs. Rural Life in the Roaring Twenties

Urban vs. Rural Life in the Roaring Twenties

The year was 1920, and for the first time in United States history more people lived in cities than the country. Urban and rural life had many differences. The cities were more diverse with a growing...

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How Has Marriage Changed From Colonial Times to the Present?

Marriage is an important social institution in the history of the United States. Marriage ages fluctuated over time but roughly were the same with a median age of the early twenties (women marrying a...

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What was Teen Life Like in Colonial Times?

British colonial times ran from 1607 until the War of Independence (1775-83).  Like today, childhood was an extended period of preparation for adulthood.  School ended much sooner and...

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link to The Pros and Cons of Federalism in the United States

The Pros and Cons of Federalism in the United States

Federalism is a principle of government whereby power is divided between the central government and local governments. It is protected by the United States Constitution. The practice is also used by...

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Who Were The Worst First Ladies in U.S. History?

The American President serves as both head of state and government, using the first lady to help do both. The first lady serves various important functions such as hostess, advisor to the president,...

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Nixon in a Nutshell – A Brief Overview

Richard (Dick) Nixon was in some ways a conservative version of John F. Kennedy, both serving in the navy during World War II and running for president in their forties. Both needed to learn how to...

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