D.C. Discuss two major events that occurred in the Capitol during the period 1800 - 1900 that you believe had a major influence on our country. In a public, private, or parochial school, or in a sanctioned home study program, are eligible. This contest is conducted without regard to race, religion, sex, or national origin.
Essay Is to be handwritten in ink, typed, or prepared on a computer or word processor.
Essays typed or printed on a computer should be In black type using a standard, non script font no smaller than 12 point or larger than 14 point. A limited vision student may use Braille, a tape recording, or very large type. A written transcript must be included, as well as a teacher's or physician's letter attesting to the student's special need. All of the essay must be the student's work. Contestant's name and address.