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Real National Treasure
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(DVD - Code 1) (US-Import)
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Housing many of the nation's most unique and priceless pieces of history, the U.S. Library of Congress is a library unlike any other.
ln this fascinating look at the more than two-century-old institution - the largest Iibrary in the world - Modern Marvels takes a rare, Behind-The-Scenes tour of the Library's vast colIections. Here, upward of 745 miles of sheIves hoId close to 145 miIlion items, many of them invaIuable treasures - from George Washington's hand-written diaries and personaI copy of the Constitution to historic drafts of the Declaration of Independence to Galileo's first images of the moon. See how a staff of approximately 4,000 peopIe catalog, safeguard, and preserve these prized possessions and how modern technoIogy has enabIed them to distribute these items gIobaIly through its award-winning website and a new World DigitaI Library.
Featuring rareIy seen footage of the Library's vauIts and incisive expert interviews, The Real Treasure is a must-see for any history fan. |
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