On July 13, 1787, in the sweltering heat of a young republic still finding its footing, the Continental Congress passed a document that would shape the identity of the United States for generations. The Northwest Ordinance, formally known as the Ordinance of 1787, was more than just a legal framework for territorial expansion—it was a …
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The Unraveling Threads of HUAC: A Riveting Journey into Cold War America’s Battle Against Communism
Journey back in time to the tumultuous era of the Cold War, a time when a prominent congressional committee took center stage in the battle against communist infiltration. Enter the scene: the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC), a force to be reckoned with since its creation in 1938. Tasked with uncovering alleged subversive activities and …