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Freedom's Cap: The United States Capitol and the Coming of the Civil War
Freedom's Cap The United States Capitol and the Coming of the Civil War
Author: Guy Gugliotta
The history of the modern U.S. Capitol, the iconic seat of American government, is also the history of America?s most tumultuous years. As the majestic new building rose above Washington?s skyline, battles over slavery and secession ripped the country apart. Ground was broken just months after Congress adopted the Compromise of 1850. Workers beg...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780809046812
ISBN-10: 0809046814
Publication Date: 2/28/2012
Pages: 512
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Publisher: Hill and Wang
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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