The Third Amendment |
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| Author:
| Porterfield, Jason |
| Series title: | Amendments to the United States Constitution: the Bill of Rights Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4488-2324-6 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2011 |
| Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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| Imprint: | Rosen Reference |
| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $37.13 |
Book Description:
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The Third Amendment guarantees that soldiers cannot be quartered with U.S. citizens during times of peace. At the time of its passage, this amendment made a significant difference in the lives of American citizens. It formed a separation between America's military and its civilians. Although seldom cited today in court cases, the Third Amendment's impact has been long lasting, and has given rise to military bases all over the country. This book richly explores the amendment and its...
More DescriptionThe Third Amendment guarantees that soldiers cannot be quartered with U.S. citizens during times of peace. At the time of its passage, this amendment made a significant difference in the lives of American citizens. It formed a separation between America's military and its civilians. Although seldom cited today in court cases, the Third Amendment's impact has been long lasting, and has given rise to military bases all over the country. This book richly explores the amendment and its history. Fascinating sidebars and photographs support the text.