History of the United States I / Unit 9 USH1 1244 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Cooper Union
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The idea
Cooper founded the Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art in eighteen fifty-nine, dedicated to education in technology.
In practice
Admission based solely on ability, with race, sex and family connections having no place.
Where people slip
The institution remained tuition-free until twenty fourteen. Read the admission rule against the clubs that excluded him.
Your place on the trail
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Builds on
Unlocks
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