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Chief Joseph: “I Will Fight No More Forever” 1877

Colorized photograph of Chief Joseph in traditional headdress

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Updated: October 17, 2023

In a profound moment of surrender to the U.S. Army, Chief Joseph of the Nez Perce Indians delivered a moving speech in 1877. The tribe had tried to cross into Canada to escape relocation to a reservation. They journeyed over 1000 miles, battling the army throughout their odyssey. Alas, a mere 40 miles from Canada,

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Bill of Rights: Amendments to the Constitution of the United States, 1789 

Historical parchment displaying the preamble and initial articles of the Bill of Rights, dated in New York, March 1789.

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Updated: October 17, 2023

The Bill of Rights, ratified on December 15, 1791, is a foundational document that outlines the primary rights and freedoms guaranteed to American citizens. These ten amendments were added to the Constitution to ensure the protection of individual liberties and place restrictions on governmental power. The Bill of Rights Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Adopted 1789. Ratified 1791.

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