The United States Constitution has been successfully amended only 27 times since 1789. The most recent group of ten—Amendments 18 through 27—span a critical period from the Progressive Era through the late 20th century. These amendments are not isolated incidents; rather, they serve as...

The United States Mint, the federal agency responsible for producing the nation’s coinage, is one of the oldest institutions in the country. Established shortly after the ratification of the Constitution, the Mint's history is inextricably linked to the rise of American economic stability and...