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February 7th: The 11th Amendment to The United States Constitution Is Ratified

February 7, 2023

The 11th Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified on February 7, 1795, after being proposed by the U.S. Congress on March 4, 1794. This amendment restricts the jurisdiction of federal courts in certain lawsuits against a state by citizens of another state or foreign citizens. The amendment was…

February 6th: Washington National Airport Is Renamed Ronald Reagan National Airport

February 6, 2023

Reagan served as the 40th president from 1981-1989 and is widely regarded as one of the most influential presidents of the 20th century. He was known for his charismatic leadership, his stance against communism, and his support of conservative policies. The renaming of the airport was a contentious issue, however,…

February 5th: The Immigration Act of 1917 Is Passed By The United States Congress Despite President Woodrow Wilson’s Veto

February 5, 2023

The Immigration Act of 1917, also known as the Asiatic Barred Zone Act, was a federal law passed by the United States Congress that restricted immigration to the United States. The law was passed over President Woodrow Wilson’s veto on February 5, 1917. The Immigration Act of 1917 had a…

February 3rd: Massachusetts Colony Issues The First Paper Currency in The Americas

February 3, 2023

The colony of Massachusetts issued the first paper money in the Americas in 1690. This was a significant event in the history of monetary systems, as it marked the first time paper money was used as a medium of exchange in the Americas. Prior to this, coinage made of gold…

February 2nd: The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo Is Signed

February 2, 2023

The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo was signed on February 2, 1848, between the United States and Mexico, marking the end of the Mexican-American War. The treaty was signed in the city of Guadalupe Hidalgo, which is now a neighborhood in Mexico City. The war between the United States and Mexico…

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