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Preservation of Historic and Prehistoric Ruins, Etc

Preservation of Historic and Prehistoric Ruins, Etc

United States Congress. Senate . Committ

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
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Historia de América
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9781175759542
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This volume contains the hearings before the United States Senate concerning the 'Preservation of Historic and Prehistoric Ruins, Etc.' Published in 1904, it provides a snapshot of early 20th-century concerns regarding the protection of America’s historical and archaeological heritage. The hearings document discussions and testimonies related to proposed legislation aimed at preserving ancient ruins and historic sites on public lands. This record offers insights into the legislative process, the arguments for and against preservation efforts, and the evolving understanding of the importance of protecting antiquities and natural resources. A valuable resource for historians, archaeologists, and legal scholars interested in the origins of preservation law in the United States.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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