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Today in History - July 3

Today in History - July 3

On July 3, 1863, Union troops repelled a massive artillery assault on Cemetery Ridge during the 3rd day of the Battle of Gettysburg in southern Pennsylvania.  Continue reading.

Playwright, songwriter, dancer, actor, theater owner, and producer George M. Cohan was born on July 3, 1878 in Providence, Rhode Island.  Continue reading.

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Bristol, Rhode Island’s Red, White, and Blue Road Stripe

07/03/2025 08:00 AM EDT

Today on the blog, Sarah brings us a post sharing how the town of Bristol, Rhode Island celebrates Independence Day and the legislation that allows them to keep a road strip Red, White and Blue all year round.

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Jobs and Internship Opportunities - CLOSING SOON - Section Research Manager, Government Finance and Taxation (Vacancy#:VAR003124)

CLOSING SOON - Section Research Manager, Government Finance and Taxation (Vacancy#:VAR003124)

  • Opening Date: June 10, 2025
  • Closing Date: July 10, 2025
  • OPM Control Number: 838542900
  • Vacancy Number: VAR003124
  • LC Organization Unit: Congressional Research Service
  • Grade: GS-15
  • Series: 0101
  • Minimum Salary: $167,603.00 per year
  • Maximum Salary: $195,200.00 per year
  • Availability: U.S. Citizens Only
  • Telework Eligibility: Hybrid

The Congressional Research Service (CRS) is seeking a Section Research Manager (SRM) for the Government Finance and Taxation Section within the Government and Finance Division. The Research Manager oversees and facilitates the Section’s public policy research and analysis in support of congressional oversight and legislative activity related to fiscal policy, taxation, the federal budget, and small business. 

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Binding America’s 200th as we prepare for the 250th

07/03/2025 11:00 AM EDT

As the United States prepares for its 250th Birthday next year, a piece of America’s Bicentennial Celebration came through for binding. Take a look at how Processing and Preparation handles this binding style and compare how things have changed over the past 50 years.

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Cambodia: New Directive Addresses Overtime, Paid Public Holidays, and Suspended Time Off

07/03/2025 12:46 PM EDT

On May 6, 2025, Cambodia’s Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training issued a directive (prakas) to all employers and establishments to follow new conditions and procedural requirements for overtime work, paid public holidays, and suspensions of weekly time off. (Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training (MLVT) prakas No.112/25, May 6, 2025.) This prakas supplements Cambodia’s …

 

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A Bugle, a Drum, and the Joy of Discovery

07/03/2025 01:10 PM EDT

Former Stanford University Liljenquist Fellow Ben Limric discusses his experience creating two StoryMaps for the Music Division. The StoryMaps are interactive digital webpages that share the stories of several Civil War instruments and the soldiers they belonged too. The instruments were generously donated to the Library by James Madison Council member Tom Liljenquist and provide insights into the life of Union musicians during the Civil War.

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“The Spirit of ’76” Marches On: Inspiring the Fight for Women’s Equality

07/03/2025 11:59 AM EDT

In celebration of July 4, several items from the Library’s collections document how the nation’s 1876 centennial celebration inspired women suffragists to continue the fight for the vote and for equality.

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Coffee + Chocolate: Tea & Coffee Trade Journal

07/03/2025 02:11 PM EDT

Coffee and chocolate are perfect pairing. The Tea and Coffee Trade Journal is trade publication worth exploring for anyone researching the trade of both products.

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Jobs and Internship Opportunities - Work Study Student Program 2025/2026

Work Study Student Program 2025/2026

  • Opening Date: July 3, 2025
  • Closing Date: April 30, 2026
  • OPM Control Number: 791907700
  • LC Organization Unit: All Service Units
  • Grade: GS-01
  • Series: 0303
  • Availability: Open to All
  • Telework Eligibility: Hybrid
  • Duration: Appointment up to 1 year to concur with public high school calendar.

The Library of Congress Work Study Student Program is a progressive, career development program for local high school students.  It combines on-the-job training and career development with classroom instructions and education.  Under the program, students earn a federal salary, receive work site supervision and career assistance. Students will get the chance to work part-time when school is in session with the possibility of full-time employment during school breaks.

For more details about the Work Study Student Program, click here: https://www.loc.gov/item/internships/work-study-program-hrs/

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From Sputnik to Seismology to Solar Power: The International Geophysical Year

07/03/2025 02:19 PM EDT

On July 1, 1957, an unprecedented period of global scientific collaboration known as the International Geophysical Year began. Artificial satellites were launched, planetary weather observations were made for the first time, the understanding of plate tectonics was established, and more. Learn how the Army Map Service played a critical role during the IGY, providing the calculations that launched the U.S. into the space race.

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Jobs and Internship Opportunities - Fiscal Analyst (Vacancy#:VAR003073)

Fiscal Analyst (Vacancy#:VAR003073)

  • Opening Date: July 3, 2025
  • Closing Date: July 17, 2025
  • OPM Control Number: 840054800
  • Vacancy Number: VAR003073
  • LC Organization Unit: Office of the Chief Operating Officer
  • Grade: GS-13
  • Series: 0501
  • Minimum Salary: $120,579.00 per year
  • Maximum Salary: $156,755.00 per year
  • Availability: Open to All
  • Telework Eligibility: Hybrid

This position is located in the Federal Research Division, Library
Enterprises Directorate, Chief Operating Officer. The Federal Research Division (FRD) is the fee-for-service, full cost-recovery research, translation, and analysis service of the Library of Congress. FRD administers the Federal Research Program, which provides research reports, translations, and analytical studies for entities of the Federal Government and the District of Columbia, and for which program there has been established in the United States Treasury a revolving fund into which funds are deposited without fiscal year limitation, as authorized by 2 U.S.C. 182c. The incumbent of this position reports to the FRD Chief and/or her designee of at least a GS-14 and serves as Fiscal Analyst, supporting staff throughout the Federal Research Program.

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25 Years of the National Book Festival: Highlights from 2016

07/03/2025 04:00 PM EDT

Celebrate the 25th National Book Festival with us! Each week "Bookmarked" features videos of acclaimed authors from past festivals as we lead up to the 2025 festival on September 6th. This week we remember 2016, with featured videos from Kristin Hannah and Kwame Alexander.

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