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Coming Soon Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World
On exhibit at the National Archives Building, Washington, DC
February 10 - May 6, 2012
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News & Events
February 1, at noon
Patrick Henry: First Among Patriots by Thomas S. Kidd
Thomas S. Kidd discusses the dramatic and unconventional life of Patrick Henry, whose pronouncement "Give me liberty or give me death!" rallied American rebellion against the British Crown. A book singing follows the program.
February 8, at noon
Ten Letters: The Stories Americans Tell Their President
Every day, President Obama reads ten letters from American citizens. Eli Saslow of the Washington Post looks at the personal stories behind these letters and the correspondence between a president and the people he governs. A book signing follows the program.
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