Object talk: George Washington manuscript forgeries
July 21, 2017 |
Michele Lee Silverman, research services librarian of the American Revolution Institute, presents several examples of forged George Washington manuscripts in the library collection. The talk will focus on the life and work of Robert Spring (1813-1876) whom Time magazine called on of the most notorious autograph forgers in United States history.
The presentation will last approximately 30 minutes with time afterwards for up-close viewing of the manuscripts.
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www.societyofthecincinnati.org/events/public |
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Location Information |
Anderson House - The American Revolution Institute of the Society of the Cincinnati |
2118 Massachusetts Ave., NW Washington, DC 20008 |
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www.societyofthecincinnati.org/visit/info |
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Contact Information |
Email:
kcasey@societyofthecincinnati.org |
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