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Rare intercepted copy of the Declaration of Independence goes on display

3 independent outlets are covering this story. Verification: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets. Patriot Watch links to original reporting; we don't republish it.

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What we know

A rare copy of the Declaration of Independence that British forces intercepted 250 years ago has gone on public display. The exhibition coincides with the United States semiquincentennial.

Patriot Watch first flagged this story 1 d ago, when The New Republic reported it. Coverage has since grown to 3 independent outlets, including 2 wire/mainstream feeds. The most recent report came 3 hr ago from The Blaze. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.

Conservative & independent coverage (1)

The Blaze 3 hr ago
Rare Declaration of  Independence copy goes on display — 250 years after the British intercepted it

Wire & mainstream coverage (2)

Mother Jones 1 d ago
America is 250 Years Old. Have You Ever Read the Declaration of Independence?
The New Republic 1 d ago
Who Owns the Declaration of Independence?

Coverage timeline

Jul 3, 6:00 AM ET
1 d ago
The New Republic
Who Owns the Declaration of Independence?
Jul 3, 7:30 AM ET
1 d ago
Mother Jones
America is 250 Years Old. Have You Ever Read the Declaration of Independence?
Jul 4, 4:30 AM ET
3 hr ago
The Blaze
Rare Declaration of  Independence copy goes on display — 250 years after the British intercepted it
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