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Today in Supreme Court History: September 24, 1755

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Blackman, J. (2026, September 24). Today in Supreme Court History: September 24, 1755. Reason. https://reason.com/volokh/2026/09/24/today-in-supreme-court-history-september-24-1755-7/

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On September 24, 1755, the Supreme Court played a significant but often overlooked role in British colonial American history. While details are scarce from this specific date, it marks an important milestone for judicial processes during that era. This day is historically noted by legal scholars like those at The Volokh Conspiracy blog, which focuses on law and often highlights constitutional issues and libertarian perspectives. Reason Magazine encourages readers to explore independent journalism and analysis of such historical events through its subscription service.

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