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2 unusual facts about Philip Reed


Philip Reed

In 1828, he served as vice president of the Maryland Society of the Cincinnati.

Title of Nobility Clause

In 1810, Senator Philip Reed of Maryland proposed an amendment to the constitution that would require any American who received a title of nobility or honor from a foreign government without Congressional consent to relinquish their citizenship.


Titles of Nobility Amendment

Upon approval of a resolution offered by U.S. Senator Philip Reed of Maryland, during the 2nd Session of the 11th Congress, TONA was submitted to the state legislatures for ratification.


see also

Reed Amendment

Titles of Nobility Amendment, proposed amendment to the United States Constitution sponsored by Sen. Philip Reed of Maryland in 1810