The U.S. Capitol, the seat of Congress, Kathryn Walton
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The U.S. Capitol, the seat of Congress, Kathryn Walton
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references (page 23) and index
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mapsillustrations
Index
index present
Literary form
non fiction
Main title
The U.S. Capitol
Nature of contents
bibliography
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Responsibility statement
Kathryn Walton
Series statement
Famous American landmarks
Sub title
the seat of Congress
Summary
"U.S. Congress was formed concurrently with the United States through the ratification of the Constitution. This unified body of lawmakers, composed of the Senate and House of Representatives, makes legislative decisions for the nation. Readers will learn essential information about this government institution, its historic home, and how its history has affected the operations of the modern U.S. government. Historical images, fascinating fact boxes, and insightful, accessible text provide students with the knowledge they need about this beautiful building and the legislators within."--, Provided by publisher
Table of contents
The Cornerstone of the Capitol -- Fighting for Freedom -- Building the Constitution -- The Three Branches -- The Capital and the Capitol -- The Capitol's Design -- Troubled Construction -- Two Houses -- The Capitol Building Today
Target audience
juvenile
resource.variantTitle
United States CapitolSeat of Congress
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