Tag: This Day in History

Amending America: This Day in History the 14th Amendment Became Law

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Today's post comes from Reagan Library Education Department staffer Brett Robert. July 28, 1868 is only one of many important dates wrapped up in the history of the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution.  On that day this amendment which continues to be at the heart of many issues facing our nation was certified … Continue reading Amending America: This Day in History the 14th Amendment Became Law

This Day In History – May 5, 1985

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President Reagan's Address at Bitburg In May of 1985 in the first months of his second term President Reagan visited West Germany to take part in the G-7 Economic Summit.  Because the visit occurred just before the 40th anniversary of “V-E Day” President Reagan and West German Chancellor Helmut Kohl scheduled several events to mark … Continue reading This Day In History – May 5, 1985