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The Woman Who Signed the Declaration of Independence

The Woman Who Signed the Declaration of Independence

Update: 2019-05-041
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(Lesley) The Declaration of Independence has many well-known men's names on it, especially that of John Hancock. But what of the woman whose name appears on the printed version of this auspicious document? In this episode, Lesley explores the life and role of early American printer Mary Katharine Goddard. An important contributor to the fledgling American government, Goddard's name should be better known for politics, journalism, and revolution.

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The Woman Who Signed the Declaration of Independence

The Woman Who Signed the Declaration of Independence

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