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Volunteer uncovers a one-of-a-kind 1776 Declaration copy in UK archives

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Volunteer uncovers a one-of-a-kind 1776 Declaration copy in UK archives
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A rare copy of the Declaration of Independence printed in July 1776 and one of only 11 surviving copies was discovered by a volunteer at The National Archives in Kew. Seized by the Royal Navy in 1776, it’s now being conserved and prepared for display in Revolution 250, marking a notable find outside the United States as part of ongoing commemorations.

Topics:nationworld#1776-declaration-of-independence#exeter-printing#national-archives#revolution-250#uk-archives#world
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