Unraveling the Mystery of America's Most Important Piece of Paper

From AARP

Every July Fourth, America throws a party with barbecues, festivals, ballgames and beer. Often lost in the crackle of fireworks is the reason why we celebrate in the first place.

July Fourth is Independence Day, the birthday of the United States. On this day, the Founding Fathers adopted the Declaration of Independence, a document that still exists and is on display in the National Archives building in Washington, D.C. Its value is incalculable.

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