THE

LARGEST LIBRARY

IN THE WORLD

The Library of Congress

147 million items including…

America’s 1st book

Rough drafts

The first printed copy of

“Realia”

Documents that reflect

the private side of our lives

as Americans

The Library of Congress

The historical documents found here at the Library were created by individuals as well as groups. They reflect the private side of life as well as the public and include unpublished and unofficial materials. Together they make a richly textured tapestry of failure as well as triumph, of broken promises as well as exalted dreams..

Preserving our stories

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Foley Square, NYC

The Library of Congress

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Taking the first step to preserving your family stories

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Images of the America’s first book, Declaration of Indepndence draft, Star Spangled Banner sheet music, Lincoln realia, Jackie Robinson essay all from:

“American Treasures of the Library of Congress.” Library of Congress. Web. 26 October 2011.

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Image of women doing an interview. National Day of Listening. Web. 26 October 2011.