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"Legislators: Shaping the Course of History" From Davy Crockett's frontier spirit to President Franklin D

Background imageLegislator Collection: DAVY CROCKETT 1786-1836

DAVY CROCKETT 1786-1836
DAVY CROCKETT American backwoodsman, hunter, magistrate and legislator who became a revered figure in the US political world before his death defending the Alamo

Background imageLegislator Collection: Judge Edward W. Keightley of Michigan, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown

Judge Edward W. Keightley of Michigan, 1865-1880. Creator: Unknown
Judge Edward W. Keightley of Michigan, 1865-1880. Keightley, Judge Ed. W. Michigan, between 1865 and 1880. [Politician and lawyer: Auditor of the United States Treasury Department]

Background imageLegislator Collection: President Franklin D. Roosevelt signing the Social Security Act in the Cabinet Room of the White

President Franklin D. Roosevelt signing the Social Security Act in the Cabinet Room of the White House, 14 August 1935
SOCIAL SECURITY ACT, 1935. President Franklin D. Roosevelt signing the Social Security Act in the Cabinet Room of the White House, 14 August 1935, flanked by the bills co-authors (in dark suits)

Background imageLegislator Collection: General Henry Warner Slocum, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown

General Henry Warner Slocum, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. Slocum [Senior], between 1855 and 1865. [Politician, Union general during the American Civil War]

Background imageLegislator Collection: Edwin M. Stanton, between 1862 and 1865. Creator: Unknown

Edwin M. Stanton, between 1862 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Stanton, Hon. Edwin M. Secty of War Lincolns Cabinet, between 1862 and 1865. [Politician and lawyer: US Attorney General and Secretary of War]

Background imageLegislator Collection: THADDEUS STEVENS (1792-1868). American lawyer and politician. Steel engraving, 1869

THADDEUS STEVENS (1792-1868). American lawyer and politician. Steel engraving, 1869

Background imageLegislator Collection: James Geddes, surveyor and engineer for the Erie Canal

James Geddes, surveyor and engineer for the Erie Canal
NWI4948848 James Geddes, surveyor and engineer for the Erie Canal.; (add.info.: James Geddes, surveyor and engineer for the Erie Canal.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

Background imageLegislator Collection: The Right Hon. Lord Brougham - from a photograph by Claudet, 1858. Creator: Unknown

The Right Hon. Lord Brougham - from a photograph by Claudet, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Right Hon. Lord Brougham - from a photograph by Claudet, 1858....after a long absence from what may be called out-of-door public life

Background imageLegislator Collection: National Guard of D.C. Reviewed By President Wilson And Sec. Baker, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing

National Guard of D.C. Reviewed By President Wilson And Sec. Baker, 1916. Creator: Harris & Ewing
National Guard of D.C. Reviewed By President Wilson And Sec. Baker, 1916. First World War: US president Woodrow Wilson and Newton Diehl Baker (right), who was US Secretary of War 1916-1921

Background imageLegislator Collection: Republican National Committee - Cecil A. Lyon of Texas, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Republican National Committee - Cecil A. Lyon of Texas, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Republican National Committee - Cecil A. Lyon of Texas, 1912. [Cecil Andrew Lyon]

Background imageLegislator Collection: Republican National Committee - Charles Frederick Brooker; William F. Stone, Sergeant-At... 1912

Republican National Committee - Charles Frederick Brooker; William F. Stone, Sergeant-At... 1912
Republican National Committee - Charles Frederick Brooker; William F. Stone, Sergeant-At-Arms of The Committee; Ernest E. Hart, 1912

Background imageLegislator Collection: Republican National Committee - Charles F. Brooker; William F. Stone, Sergeant-At-Arms... 1912

Republican National Committee - Charles F. Brooker; William F. Stone, Sergeant-At-Arms... 1912
Republican National Committee - Charles F. Brooker; William F. Stone, Sergeant-At-Arms of The Committee; Ernest E. Hart, 1912

Background imageLegislator Collection: Republican National Committee - Arthur I. Vorys, of Ohio, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Republican National Committee - Arthur I. Vorys, of Ohio, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Republican National Committee - Arthur I. Vorys, of Ohio, 1912

Background imageLegislator Collection: Republican National Committee, Charles F. Brooker; Harry S. New; Franklin Murphy of New Jersey

Republican National Committee, Charles F. Brooker; Harry S. New; Franklin Murphy of New Jersey, 1912

Background imageLegislator Collection: Republican National Committee - Charles Frederick Brooker; Harry Stewart New; Franklin... 1912

Republican National Committee - Charles Frederick Brooker; Harry Stewart New; Franklin... 1912
Republican National Committee - Charles Frederick Brooker; Harry Stewart New; Franklin Murphy of New Jersey, 1912

Background imageLegislator Collection: James C. Haynes, Mayor of Minneapolis (left), with Senator Clapp, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing

James C. Haynes, Mayor of Minneapolis (left), with Senator Clapp, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. James C
James C. Haynes, Mayor of Minneapolis (left), with Senator Clapp, 1911. [US politicians: lawyer James Clark Haynes and Moses Edwin Clapp, Senator 1901-1917, Attorney General 1887-1893]

Background imageLegislator Collection: Moses Edwin Clapp, Senator From Minnesota, Right, with James C. Haynes, Mayor of Minneapolis, 1911

Moses Edwin Clapp, Senator From Minnesota, Right, with James C. Haynes, Mayor of Minneapolis, 1911. [US politicians: lawyer James Clark Haynes (left), and Moses Edwin Clapp, Senator 1901-1917

Background imageLegislator Collection: Governors of States Some Not Ident - James F. Oyster And William F. Gude of Reception... 1911

Governors of States Some Not Ident - James F. Oyster And William F. Gude of Reception... 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Governors of States Some Not Ident - James F. Oyster And William F. Gude of Reception Committee Are with Governor In Front Auto, 1911. [US politicians in procession]

Background imageLegislator Collection: Moses Edwin Clapp, Senator From Minnesota, Right, with James C. Haynes, Mayor of Minneapolis, 1911

Moses Edwin Clapp, Senator From Minnesota, Right, with James C. Haynes, Mayor of Minneapolis, 1911. [US politicians: lawyer James Clark Haynes (left), and Moses Edwin Clapp, Senator 1901-1917

Background imageLegislator Collection: Albert Baird Cummins, Governor of Iowa, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Albert Baird Cummins, Governor of Iowa, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Albert Baird Cummins, Governor of Iowa, 1911
Albert Baird Cummins, Governor of Iowa, 1911. [US politician Albert B. Cummins, Governor of Iowa, 1902-1908; Senator, 1908-1926]

Background imageLegislator Collection: Baseball, Congressional - Lafferty of Oregon And Webb of North Carolina, 1911

Baseball, Congressional - Lafferty of Oregon And Webb of North Carolina, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Baseball, Congressional - Lafferty of Oregon And Webb of North Carolina, 1911

Background imageLegislator Collection: Baseball, Congressional, Front Row: Lafferty of Oregon; Sidney Anderson of Minnesota... 1911

Baseball, Congressional, Front Row: Lafferty of Oregon; Sidney Anderson of Minnesota... 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Baseball, Congressional, Front Row: Lafferty of Oregon; Sidney Anderson of Minnesota; Longworth of Ohio; 2 Unidentified. Rear Row: Farr of Pennsylvania; Miller of Minnesota; 2 Unidentified, 1911

Background imageLegislator Collection: Baseball, Congressional - Longworth, Nicholas, Rep. from Ohio, 1903-1913, 1915-, 1911

Baseball, Congressional - Longworth, Nicholas, Rep. from Ohio, 1903-1913, 1915-, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Baseball, Congressional - Longworth, Nicholas, Rep. from Ohio, 1903-1913, 1915-, 1911

Background imageLegislator Collection: Baseball, Congressional - Lafferty, Abraham Walter, Rep. from Oregon, 1911-1915, 1911

Baseball, Congressional - Lafferty, Abraham Walter, Rep. from Oregon, 1911-1915, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Baseball, Congressional - Lafferty, Abraham Walter, Rep. from Oregon, 1911-1915, 1911

Background imageLegislator Collection: Baseball, Congressional - Byrnes of South Carolina And Billy Wilson of Illinois, 1911

Baseball, Congressional - Byrnes of South Carolina And Billy Wilson of Illinois, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Baseball, Congressional - Byrnes of South Carolina And Billy Wilson of Illinois, 1911

Background imageLegislator Collection: Baseball, Congressional - Lafferty, Abraham Walter, Rep. from Oregon, 1911-1915, 1911

Baseball, Congressional - Lafferty, Abraham Walter, Rep. from Oregon, 1911-1915, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Baseball, Congressional - Lafferty, Abraham Walter, Rep. from Oregon, 1911-1915, 1911

Background imageLegislator Collection: Group At Mount Vernon, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Group At Mount Vernon, 1911

Group At Mount Vernon, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Group At Mount Vernon, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Group At Mount Vernon, 1911. [Japanese admiral of the fleet Togo Heihachiro visits the USA. Japanese and American naval officers and government officials at the former home

Background imageLegislator Collection: Jonathan Bourne, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Jonathan Bourne, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Jonathan Bourne, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Jonathan Bourne, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Jonathan Bourne, 1911. [American politician, attorney, and businessman Jonathan Bourne Jr.]

Background imageLegislator Collection: Luke Lea, Senator From Tennessee, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Luke Lea, Senator From Tennessee, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Luke Lea, Senator From Tennessee, 1911
Luke Lea, Senator From Tennessee, 1911. [US attorney, politician and newspaper publisher]

Background imageLegislator Collection: Special Committee On The Investigation of The U.S. Steel Corp. January 12, 1912

Special Committee On The Investigation of The U.S. Steel Corp. January 12, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
House of Representatives Committees - Special Committee On The Investigation of The U.S. Steel Corp. January 12, 1912. Popularly Called Steel Trust Investigating Committee Or Stanley Committee

Background imageLegislator Collection: Special Committee On The Investigation of The U.S. Steel Corp, January 12, 1912

Special Committee On The Investigation of The U.S. Steel Corp, January 12, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
House of Representatives Committees - Special Committee On The Investigation of The U.S. Steel Corp. January 12, 1912. Popularly Called Steel Trust Investigating Committee Or Stanley Committee

Background imageLegislator Collection: Military Field Mass By Holy Name Soc. of Roman Catholic Church - President Taft; Butt, 1910

Military Field Mass By Holy Name Soc. of Roman Catholic Church - President Taft; Butt, 1910. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Military Field Mass by Holy Name Society of the Roman Catholic Church - President Taft; [Archibald] Butt, 1910. Religious meeting, USA

Background imageLegislator Collection: Military Field Mass By Holy Name Soc. of Roman Catholic Church, 1910. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Military Field Mass By Holy Name Soc. of Roman Catholic Church, 1910. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Military Field Mass by Holy Name Society of the Roman Catholic Church, 1910. President Taft (seen from behind) and Archibald Butt at a religious meeting, USA

Background imageLegislator Collection: Philander Chase Knox, Attorney General of U.S. 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Philander Chase Knox, Attorney General of U.S. 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Philander Chase Knox, Attorney General of U.S. 1911. [US lawyer and politician Philander C. Knox: Attorney General 1901-1904; Senator From Pennsylvania, 1904-1909, 1917-1921; Secretary of State

Background imageLegislator Collection: Robert Jackson Gamble, Rep. from South Dakota, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Robert Jackson Gamble, Rep. from South Dakota, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Robert Jackson Gamble, Rep
Robert Jackson Gamble, Rep. from South Dakota, 1911. [US politician, (left): Representative 1895-1897, 1899-1901; Senator, 1901-1913]

Background imageLegislator Collection: Isidor Rayner, Rep. from Indiana, Center, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Isidor Rayner, Rep

Isidor Rayner, Rep. from Indiana, Center, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Isidor Rayner, Rep
Isidor Rayner, Rep. from Indiana, Center, 1911. [US politician of Maryland: Representative 1887-1889, 1891-1895; Senator, 1905-1912]

Background imageLegislator Collection: Joseph Little Bristow, Assistant Postmaster General; Senator From Kansas, (Left), 1911

Joseph Little Bristow, Assistant Postmaster General; Senator From Kansas, (Left), 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Joseph Little Bristow, Assistant Postmaster General; Senator From Kansas, (Left), 1911. [US politician Joseph L. Bristow: 4th Assistant Postmaster General, 1897-1905; Senator 1909-1915]

Background imageLegislator Collection: Frank Wheeler Mondell, Rep. from Wyoming, Right, with Senator Bacon, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Frank Wheeler Mondell, Rep. from Wyoming, Right, with Senator Bacon, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Frank Wheeler Mondell, Rep. from Wyoming, Right, with Senator Bacon, 1911. [US politicians Augustus Octavius Bacon and Frank Wheeler Mondell, Representative, 1895-1897, 1899-1923]

Background imageLegislator Collection: Frank Bosworth Brandegee, Rep. from Connecticut, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Frank Bosworth Brandegee, Rep. from Connecticut, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Frank Bosworth Brandegee, Rep
Frank Bosworth Brandegee, Rep. from Connecticut, 1911. [US politician Frank B. Brandegee: Representative 1902-1905; Senator, 1905-1924, ]

Background imageLegislator Collection: Albert Sidney Burleson, Rep. from Texas, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing

Albert Sidney Burleson, Rep. from Texas, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Albert Sidney Burleson, Rep. from Texas, 1911
Albert Sidney Burleson, Rep. from Texas, 1911. [US politician: Representative 1899-1913; Postmaster General, 1913-1921]

Background imageLegislator Collection: John Hobart Marble, Commr. I.C.C, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. John Hobart Marble, Commr

John Hobart Marble, Commr. I.C.C, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. John Hobart Marble, Commr. I.C.C, 1911
John Hobart Marble, Commr. I.C.C, 1911. [American attorney and government official, Commissioner of the Interstate Commerce Commission]

Background imageLegislator Collection: William Lorimer, Rep. from Illinois, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. William Lorimer, Rep

William Lorimer, Rep. from Illinois, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. William Lorimer, Rep. from Illinois, 1911
William Lorimer, Rep. from Illinois, 1911. [US politician: Representative, 1895-1901, 1903-1909; Senator, 1909-1912. Known as the "Blond Boss" in Chicago

Background imageLegislator Collection: Horse Shows...Gen. Allen And Secretary Dickinson Standing Back of Fence... 1911

Horse Shows...Gen. Allen And Secretary Dickinson Standing Back of Fence... 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Horse Shows. Unidentified Man Driving. Gen. Allen And Secretary Dickinson Standing Back of Fence Near Head of Horse, 1911

Background imageLegislator Collection: Horse Shows - Rep. And Mrs. Horace M. Towner, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Horse Shows - Rep

Horse Shows - Rep. And Mrs. Horace M. Towner, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Horse Shows - Rep. And Mrs. Horace M
Horse Shows - Rep. And Mrs. Horace M. Towner, 1911

Background imageLegislator Collection: Horse Show - Knox, Philander Chas. Attorney General of U.S. 1901-1904; Senator... 1911

Horse Show - Knox, Philander Chas. Attorney General of U.S. 1901-1904; Senator... 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Horse Show - Knox, Philander Chas. Attorney General of U.S. 1901-1904; Senator From Pennsylvania, 1904-1909, 1917-1921; Secretary of State, 1909-1913, 1911

Background imageLegislator Collection: William Howard Taft And His Wife Helen 'Nellie' Taft At Horse Show, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing

William Howard Taft And His Wife Helen "Nellie" Taft At Horse Show, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
William Howard Taft And His Wife Helen "Nellie" Taft At Horse Show, 1911

Background imageLegislator Collection: Daughters of American Revolution - Opening of Mothers Congress In Memorial Continental Hall, 1910

Daughters of American Revolution - Opening of Mothers Congress In Memorial Continental Hall, 1910. [Washington, D.C.]

Background imageLegislator Collection: George Von L. Meyer with Mrs. Taft; Soldiers And Sailors Monument At Annapolis, 1911

George Von L. Meyer with Mrs. Taft; Soldiers And Sailors Monument At Annapolis, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
George Von L. Meyer with Mrs. Taft; Soldiers And Sailors Monument At Annapolis, 1911. [USA: businessman and politician George von Lengerke Meyer (far right) with First Lady Helen Herron Taft]



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"Legislators: Shaping the Course of History" From Davy Crockett's frontier spirit to President Franklin D. Roosevelt's groundbreaking social reforms, legislators have played a pivotal role in shaping our nation. In 1786, Davy Crockett was born, embodying the essence of American resilience and determination. His legacy as a frontiersman and politician would inspire generations to come. Fast forward to August 14, 1935, when President Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law. Flanked by co-authors Robert F. Wagner and David J. Lewis, this historic moment marked a significant milestone in securing social welfare for Americans during challenging times. Thaddeus Stevens stands out as another influential figure in American politics. As an esteemed lawyer and politician in the mid-19th century, his dedication to equality and justice left an indelible mark on our nation's history. Even amidst conflict, legislators made their impact felt. Confederate General Jubal Early may have fought on opposing sides during the Civil War but his military prowess cannot be denied – he shaped battles that echoed through time. Beyond American shores, legislators like Lord Edward Clinton of England demonstrated how political leadership transcends borders with their contributions towards progress and governance. Closer to home again is Adoniram J. Holmes from Iowa who dedicated himself tirelessly to serving his constituents between 1890 and 1902 – proof that legislative work extends beyond national boundaries. In every era emerged individuals like William Johnson or Lot Myrick Morrill who worked diligently behind closed doors crafting policies that would shape society for years to come - their names etched into history books forevermore. John Bigelow senior or Albert G Brown were among those whose tireless efforts brought about change even amid turbulent times - they stood firm against adversity while championing causes close to their hearts. Lastly, we remember James Lawrence Orr whose name echoes through time as he navigated complex political landscapes with grace and determination.