I'm researching the legislative history of the Louisiana Purchase. Where do I start?

The Law Library of Congress has published an online research guide on the legislative timeline of the Louisiana Purchase. The timeline examines the role of the United States Congress in the Louisiana Purchase from 1802 to 1807. Researchers can visit Louisiana Purchase: A Legislative Timeline to start their research.

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