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2024 Year in Review

As we reflect on the events of the past year, we’re reminded of the essential role research and knowledge play in navigating complex challenges and uncovering opportunities for growth. In 2024, you made HeinOnline a cornerstone of discovery!

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History

After the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral

The gunfight at the O.K. Corral is maybe the most famous 30 seconds in American history. Join us to explore what happened after the gun smoke cleared.

History

Film Censorship and the Hays Code

In the United States, films were not protected as free speech until halfway through the twentieth century, and were subject to legal censorship in dozens of states and municipalities. For much of this time, the film industry engaged in its own film censorship regime, known as the Hays Code.

Secrets

of the Serial Set

A HISTORICAL BLOG SERIES

The Clinton-Lewinsky Scandal. The Manhattan Project. The Louisiana Purchase.

In addition to writing about the above topics and more, HeinOnline’s authors are dedicated to illuminating the most essential research resources for their readers.

The Serial Set is a must-have publication for any historical researcher. With more than two centuries of documents spanning more than 17,000 volumes, no other publication so beautifully reflects the maturation of the United States. To demonstrate the value of the Serial Set, we’ve created a blog series dedicated to revealing the historical secrets hidden throughout the immense publication.

Each month, join HeinOnline as we explore notable events in U.S. history using the primary sources themselves.

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