America: Nationalism And Change 1818-1830 - Gibbons V Ogden 1824

In 1824, the Supreme Court's decision in Gibbons vs. Ogden defined federal powers over state laws, focusing on commercial shipping rights. The case highlighted the conflict between state-granted monopolies and federal licensing, leading to a ruling based on the Commerce and Supremacy Clauses. This decision established the precedence of federal law over state law, shaping the relationship between national and state governments.

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