Explore the birth and growth of Indiana’s constitution through a carefully curated collection of documents, with expert introductions and critical notes. This two-volume work, published in 1916, presents the first volume covering 1780–1851 and offers a window into the state’s constitutional development from territorial beginnings to statehood.
Authored by Charles Kettleborough and issued by the Indiana Historical Commission, the edition compiles documents from session laws, journals, and contemporary sources. It combines primary materials with concise historical context to illuminate how Indiana’s governance and legal framework evolved over a pivotal century.
- A comprehensive selection of constitutional documents chronicling Indiana’s early formation
- Historical introductions that frame each document and explain its significance
- Critical notes that help readers understand the political and legal context
- Visible progress from territorial government to the establishment of a full state constitution
Ideal for readers of Indiana history, legal history enthusiasts, students, and researchers seeking a reliable, gateway-to-primary-sources reference.