The 200th Anniversary of the Monroe Doctrine – Pic of the Week
Posted by: Jennifer González
Today marks 200 years since James Monroe first articulated what would become the Monroe Doctrine.
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Commemorating German-American Friendship Day – Pic of the Week
Posted by: Bailey DeSimone
Bailey visits the German-American Friendship Garden on the National Mall one morning and observes the commemoration of friendly international relations through nature and the law.
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A Walk Through Arlington National Cemetery
Posted by: Bailey DeSimone
Following a visit to Arlington National Cemetery on Veterans Day, Bailey explores the meaning behind the stars on several of the tombstones, as well as the legislative history of the holiday.
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The Alabama Arbitration, Geneva 1872 – Pic of the Week
Posted by: Jenny Gesley
This pic of the week shows the "Alabama room" in Geneva, Switzerland, where the Alabama arbitration between the United States and Britain took place in 1872.
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LGBTQ+ History Month on Capitol Hill
Posted by: Bailey DeSimone
This LGBTQ+ history month, Bailey explores one of two LGBTQ+ historical sites on the national register and examines the laws created to protect them.
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Observing Hispanic Heritage Month in Washington, D.C. – Pic of the Week
Posted by: Bailey DeSimone
Learn about some of the monuments dedicated to Hispanic heritage individuals who shaped the governments of the Americas.
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Costa Rica Environmental Protections – Pic of the Week
Posted by: Heather Casey
Did you know that while Costa Rica is only 0.03% of the land mass on earth, it contains nearly 6% of the world’s biodiversity? For a country that is slightly smaller than West Virginia, that is pretty impressive. As part of our ongoing celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, I want to look at some …
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Law Library at the National Book Festival – Pic of the Week
Posted by: Alea Al-Aghbari
On Saturday, August 12, the Law Library of Congress hosted a table at this year’s National Book Festival held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Law Library staff answered questions about our legal research services, collections, and unique expertise in foreign, comparative, and international law. Staff also discussed our online products such as the Guide to Law …
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Chichén Itzá – Pic of the Week
Posted by: Heather Casey
A few years ago, I had the opportunity to visit Chichén Itzá, a UNESCO world heritage site located on the Yucatán peninsula of Mexico. Since we’re celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, I thought it would be appropriate to take a look at this pre-colonial city. The pre-Hispanic city of …
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