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A Brief History of Life in Space

Human beings have lived in space since 1972. Keep reading to learn more about the history and law of space stations in HeinOnline.

Legal History of Washington, D.C.

The City of Washington, D.C. occupies a unique legal position, as both the seat of government to the United States, and the home of more than 700,000 residents, who are subject to a distinctive set of laws and restrictions.

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Censorship and the Comics Code Authority

Facing Congressional scrutiny, in 1954 the comic book industry adopted the Comics Code to self-censor the content published in comics. The Code remained in effect for nearly 60 years.

The Jungle and Food Safety

When Upton Sinclair wrote The Jungle, he was hoping for a revolution. We got the Food and Drug Administration instead.

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The Uprising at Attica Prison

New York State described the end of the uprising at Attica Correctional Facility as “the bloodiest 1-day encounter between Americans since the Civil War.” In this post, we explore the uprising’s origins, its deadly conclusion, and aftermath.

The Perry Expedition to Japan

In 1852, a fleet of American warships known as the Perry Expedition arrived in Tokyo Bay, demanding the admittance of American trade to Japan. The resulting treaties, signed under threat of force, would forever transform the global power structure.