Publisher's Synopsis
This volume contains the complete record of the debates and proceedings from the 1820-1821 Massachusetts Constitutional Convention. Officially titled "Journal of Debates and Proceedings in the Convention of Delegates Chosen to Revise the Constitution of Massachusetts, Begun and Holden at Boston, November 15, 1820, and Continued by Adjournment to January 9, 1821," the journal offers a detailed look into the discussions, arguments, and decisions made during this pivotal moment in Massachusettsâ(TM) history.
Compiled and published to provide a lasting resource, this journal serves as an invaluable primary source for historians, legal scholars, and anyone interested in the development of constitutional law and the political landscape of early 19th-century America. The text provides direct insights into the intentions and interpretations of the delegates who shaped the foundational legal framework of Massachusetts.
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