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The Old Cape Henry Lighthouse

As America’s first federal public works project, the Old Cape Henry Lighthouse guided ships through one of Virginia’s key trade gateways.

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Early U.S.

Articles of Confederation

Before the U.S. Constitution was the law of the land, there were the Articles of Confederation. Find out why they didn't last long.

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The Old Cape Henry Lighthouse

As America’s first federal public works project, the Old Cape Henry Lighthouse guided ships through one of Virginia’s key trade gateways.