Reconstruction was a mixed success. By the end of the era, the North and South were once again reunited, and all southern state legislatures had abolished slavery in their constitutions. Reconstruction also laid to a rest the debate of statesâ rights vs. federalism, which had been a pressing issue since the late 1790s.
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) was founded in 1847 by a group of prominent engineers, one of whom was the famous railway engineer George Stephenson who became its ï¬rst president. The consistent aim is to promote the science and the professionalism of mechanical engineering. An application fee (waived for Afï¬liates in Australia);â¢ A proportion of the subscription for the year of election (waived for Afï¬liates in Australia);â¢ Engineering Council registration fee if applicable.
Now one of the least-populated Mexican states, Campeche was once the site of a flourishing Mayan civilization. Campeche is also home to Mexicoâs oldest carnival. The stateâs second largest city, Ciudad del Carmen, receives much of its annual income from tourism related to its new seaboard and quiet beaches. The off-shore oil platforms also make a significant contribution to Ciudad del Carmenâs economy.