Intellectual Property is actually a relatively new concept, historically speaking. Rights to intangible property didn’t become codified until the Statute of Anne in the 18th century; this is widely considered the first legally binding document defining and establishing intellectual property.
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Previous Posts
Nov 2020
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November 11, 2020When I arrived at the Special Collections Research Center this past July 29th for my first day of research into William & Mary’s collection of Maury Family Papers, I felt in my bones that I was in store for a fascinating week of discovery. My hunch proved true.
Oct 2020
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October 28, 2020On August 23, 1812, Robert Stevens wrote to his parents in Rhode Island from New Orleans in the aftermath of a hurricane, “a Scene of horror & devastation.” -
October 15, 2020In this post, we introduce W&M Libraries' new digital archivist, Michelle Runyon! -
October 13, 2020With the turning of the seasons we at Special Collections look back on our histories of outdoor activities, and the community that can be found therein.
Sep 2020
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September 28, 2020Bill Cole (’70) shares the stories behind the names in Catherine Sheild's 20th-century Yorktown guest book.
Aug 2020
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August 31, 2020Tracy Melton '85, member of the William & Mary Libraries Board of Directors, reflects on the university's previous experience with pandemic. Melton is generously donating the journal that he is keeping during the global health crisis; the journal will be open to research in 2022. -
August 19, 2020In today's blog post, we introduce W&M Libraries' new oral historian!
Jul 2020
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July 24, 2020As we reflect on the past thirty years of the Americans with Disabilities Act at W&M—and the even longer history of activism preceding it—now we ask: What might the next thirty years look like? -
July 9, 2020Did you know July is International Zine Month? To celebrate, Mosaic Fellow Shayna Gutcho introduces zines and their importance in our library.
Jun 2020
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June 30, 2020In celebration of Pride Month, discover collections that highlight community and peer LGBTQ+ organizations.