The West Virginia Constitution (Oxford Commentaries on the by Robert M. Bastress PDF

West Virginia grew to become a country in 1863, following its separation from the commonwealth of Virginia prompted, finally, via the Civil struggle. in the course of its historical past, 5 country constitutions have ruled West Virginia: 3 as a part of Virginia after which following West Virginia's construction.
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